loin primal · New Zealand
In Czech Republic, this cut is svíčková.
About this cut
Most tender muscle of the loin; center cuts often sold as filet mignon.
| rare | Rare | → | Krvavý |
| medium rare | Medium rare | → | Středně krvavý |
| medium | Medium | → | Středně propečený |
| well done | Well done | → | Propečený |
Doneness terminology varies by country and restaurant. When unsure, describe what you want — e.g., “warm red center” — rather than relying on the name alone.
“eye fillet nz” in New Zealand maps to canonical tenderloin (loin: psoas major). In Czech Republic, look for labels such as svíčková. Most tender muscle of the loin; center cuts often sold as filet mignon.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.