Hawksmoor is Britain's most celebrated steakhouse, built on a simple but exacting premise: the finest native breed beef, dry-aged to develop deep flavour, cooked over charcoal and served with impeccable sides and cocktails. Since opening its first site in Spitalfields in 2006, the group has expanded to multiple London locations, Manchester, Edinburgh, Liverpool, Dublin, New York and Chicago, earning consistent critical acclaim along the way.
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All steaks are 35-day dry-aged native breed beef. Larger weights are available for most cuts.
| Cut | Weight | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Rump | 275g | £27.00 |
| Sirloin | 350g | £42.00 |
| Sirloin | 450g | £51.00 |
| Rib-eye | 350g | £43.00 |
| Rib-eye | 450g | £57.00 |
| Fillet | 275g | £45.00 |
| Fillet | 350g | £57.00 |
| Chateaubriand (for 2) | 600g | £96.00 |
| T-bone | per 100g | £12.50/100g |
| Bone-in Prime Rib | per 100g | £13.50/100g |
| Porterhouse | per 100g | £13.50/100g |
| Chateaubriand (large format) | per 100g | £16.00/100g |
Like-for-like comparison of common steak categories across premium UK and international steakhouse chains.
| Category | Hawksmoor | Gaucho | Boisdale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry steak (rump/skirt) | £27.00 | ~£29.00 | ~£28.00 |
| Sirloin (350g) | £42.00 | ~£45.00 | ~£44.00 |
| Rib-eye (350g) | £43.00 | ~£46.00 | ~£45.00 |
| Fillet (275g) | £45.00 | ~£48.00 | ~£47.00 |
| Set lunch (3 courses) | £26.00 | ~£30.00 | ~£28.00 |
| Side dishes | £6.00–£8.00 | £5.00–£8.00 | £5.00–£7.50 |
Hawksmoor was founded in 2006 by Will Beckett and Huw Gott, who opened the original restaurant in Spitalfields, East London, with a straightforward mission: serve the best steak in Britain. They chose to work exclusively with rare-breed British cattle — Longhorn and other native breeds — dry-aged on the bone for a minimum of 35 days to develop the intense, nutty flavour that would define the Hawksmoor reputation. The name itself comes from the great English Baroque architect Nicholas Hawksmoor, a nod to the building heritage of the East End neighbourhood.
From that single site, the group expanded steadily across London — Guildhall, Borough Market, Air Street, Covent Garden, Knightsbridge, and Wood Wharf among them — and then further afield to Manchester's Deansgate, Edinburgh's St Andrew Square, Liverpool ONE, and Dublin. In 2021 Hawksmoor crossed the Atlantic, opening in New York's Midtown, followed by Chicago. Throughout this growth the ethos has remained consistent: native breed beef, sustainable and traceable seafood, hand-crafted cocktails that rival any dedicated bar programme, and an inclusive, unstuffy atmosphere that treats diners as intelligent adults rather than guests to be impressed.
Hawksmoor has won numerous accolades including the National Restaurant Awards' Restaurant of the Year and multiple Michelin Bib Gourmands. The group has also become notable for its employee ownership model: in 2023 it became one of the largest employee-owned restaurant businesses in the UK, ensuring the staff who built the reputation share meaningfully in its success. Whether you're ordering the £27 rump at lunch or a tableside Chateaubriand with all the trimmings, the experience is rooted in the same belief — that exceptional British produce, cooked with care and served without ceremony, is something worth building a life's work around.
Find your nearest location, check current menus and prices, and book a table on the official Hawksmoor website.
Book a table at HawksmoorHawksmoor is best known for its 35-day dry-aged native breed British beef steaks, particularly Longhorn cattle. The restaurants also have a strong reputation for their classic cocktails — especially Shaky Pete's Ginger Brew — and for their sustainable, traceable seafood programme.
Steak prices at Hawksmoor range from around £27 for a 275g rump to £57 for a larger fillet or rib-eye. The showpiece Chateaubriand for two (600g) costs £96. Large sharing cuts are also available priced per 100g — for example the T-bone at £12.50/100g.
Yes. Hawksmoor offers an excellent value set menu available for lunch and pre-theatre sittings: 1 course for £19, 2 courses for £23, and 3 courses for £26. Availability varies by location so check the specific restaurant's page before booking.
While Hawksmoor is primarily a steakhouse, vegetarian options are available. Starters such as ash-baked beetroots, bitter leaf salad, and heritage tomatoes are meat-free, and there is usually a vegetarian main on the menu — such as the roasted celeriac and spelt or a seasonal option. Sides like creamed spinach, macaroni cheese, and buttered greens are also vegetarian.
Hawksmoor has multiple London sites including Seven Dials, Guildhall, Borough, Air Street, Knightsbridge, and Wood Wharf. Outside London the group has restaurants in Manchester (Deansgate), Edinburgh (St Andrew Square), Liverpool (Liverpool ONE), and Dublin. Internationally, Hawksmoor operates in New York City and Chicago.
The most affordable items are the two fried eggs side (£3.00) and the per-scoop ice cream or sorbet (£4.00 each). Sauces such as béarnaise and peppercorn are also £4.00 each. The cheapest starter is ash-baked beetroots at £9.00, and the set 1-course lunch is £19.00.
Prices are broadly consistent across locations but can vary slightly, particularly between London restaurants and those in Manchester, Edinburgh, Liverpool, and Dublin. The New York and Chicago locations are priced in US dollars and reflect local market rates. Always check the menu on the official website for your specific location before visiting.
Yes — Hawksmoor runs a happy hour from Monday to Saturday, 4:30pm to 5:45pm at participating locations. During this period a selection of drinks, including lager, Prosecco, a rosé wine, and two special cocktails (Cantaloupe Spritz and Five Alive Fizz), are available for £6.00 each.
Hawksmoor is one of London's most celebrated cocktail destinations. The signature drink is Shaky Pete's Ginger Brew (£14), a gin and ginger beer highball that has become a London classic. Other favourites include the Sour Cherry Negroni (£14.50), the Fuller Fat Old Fashioned (£16), and various seasonal creations. A range of low- and no-alcohol cocktails is also available, starting from £6.