No, a tomahawk steak isn’t cheap, but if you love beef, you must treat yourself to one of these bad boys now and then.  There are four reasons why tomahawk steaks are so expensive: It’s a high-quality primal cut of beef. It takes some time for the butcher to cut and prepare. Because of the bone, they’re larger and heavier. It’s marketed as a novelty item. If you don’t think so, check out Instagram!