From dedicated steak houses to cosy country pubs, Gloucestershire is home to an array of eateries offering the chance to enjoy a variety of prime cuts, from on-the-bone ribeyes to indulgent chateaubriands for two.
SoGlos rounds up 15 of the juiciest steaks to savour in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds.
Sef Steakhouse in Cheltenham
One of the most popular destinations among Cheltenham's steak fans, Sef Steakhouse offers diners a truly special dining experience, alongside its superb cuts of prime steak – dry-aged in a special fridge, then cooked theatrically on a charcoal grill in its open kitchen environment.
Its a la carte menu is fit to burst with steak options including 200g fillets, 300g boneless rib-eyes, 450g T-bones and a 650g porterhouse – accompanied by an extensive wine list for the perfect pairing – so meat lovers can sit back, relax and await an expertly cooked meal served with a delicious sauce to really bring out the flavours.
The Lygon Arms in Broadway
Home to James Martin's restaurant, Grill, The Lygon Arms in Broadway has a menu with a big reputation.
There's an 7oz fillet or a 8oz sirloin to choose from – both dry-aged for 30 days – as well as a delectable Chateaubriand for sharing, served with chunky chips and a malt-glazed Roscoff onion.
The Falcon Steakhouse in Wotton-under-Edge
Boasting a steak menu stacked with options, The Falcon Steakhouse in Wotton-under-Edge prides itself on using the finest cuts of beef, hung for 28 days and sourced from its family farm just a few miles away.
From 7oz fillets to 24oz T-bones, diners can tuck into a perfectly cut steak, cooked to a sumptuous level of preference – and those with extra hearty appetites can choose to take on the huge 32oz Tomahawk challenge!
The King's Arms in Prestbury
This pretty pub, just outside of Cheltenham, is perfect for a romantic steak dinner, cosied up by one of its Inglenook fireplaces.
Serving up a delectable deal on its weekly steak nights from Monday to Wednesday, The King's Arms at Prestbury offers diners who order two steaks a bottle of wine on the house, as well as three complementary steak sauces alongside chips, a mixed leaf salad and a garlic tomato.
The Butchers Arms in the Forest of Dean
One of the cosiest pubs in the Forest of Dean, The Butcher's Arms in Clearwell has a menu bursting with delicious and wholesome grub, with steaks served with chips, onion rings, a grilled beef tomato and a Caesar wedged salad.
Upgrade your steak to a surf and turf dish for an extra £6, with the addition of scampi or calamari or keep it classic with a choice of dry-aged, grass-fed meat from the grill, including 10oz sirloins and ribeyes, 7oz fillets and 16oz rumps.
The Egypt Mill in Nailsworth
The Egypt Mill in Nailsworth is excellent for a dinner date with views by the river, especially over a delicious steak meal.
On the menu, the cuts available include a 10oz dry-aged sirloin, a 10oz dry-aged ribeye and an 8oz dry aged fillet – or there's the option to try something a bit different with the wagyu beef and pancetta burger served with horseradish mayonnaise and skin-on seasoned fries.
Brasserie Blanc in Cheltenham
For fancy French dining without even leaving the county, Brasserie Blanc in Cheltenham hosts its weekly steak night from Monday to Wednesday.
With 70oz fillets and a Chateaubriand for two on the menu, when ordering two steaks, tables can dig into a sumptuous cut, accompanied by French fries, a garlic tomato and a side salad and enjoy a bottle of house wine alongside three complimentary steak sauces.
The Old Butchers in Stow-on-the-Wold
Known for its expertise in excellent seafood, The Old Butchers in Stow-on-the-Wold also serves up superb steaks.
Pull up a chair in the cosy Cotswolds dining area and choose from a 200g Hereford fillet, a 280g longhorn ribeye or an 800g Hereford sirloin on the bone to share – all cooked over charcoal and served with fries, salad and a bearnaise or green peppercorn sauce.
The Longhorn Bar & Grill in Tewkesbury
Find a menu full of bold and hearty dishes at The Longhorn Bar & Grill in Tewkesbury, where the beef comes from its very own herd of cattle.
Choose from an 8oz fillet, a 10oz ribeye or sirloin, or a 14oz rump, all served with half a roasted plum tomato and skin-on-fries – and the meaty theme continues in the main course options like The Longhorn beef burger with smoked streaky bacon and fries; or the slow cooked shin and beef brisket with grilled tenderstem broccoli and chive mashed potatoes.
Malmaison in Cheltenham
Dine in elegant style at Malmaison in Cheltenham and can tuck into a sensational steak in the chic Malmaison Bar & Grill – alongside a decadent cocktail shaken by its expert mixologists.
Don't miss its steak night on Thursdays, where its classic grass-fed cuts are all 50 per cent off when indulging in two courses, including a 220g flat iron; a 250g New York strip; and a 200g fillet steak.
The White Hart in Broadoak
Experience panoramic views of the Severn estuary from The White Hart at Broadoak in Newnham while you enjoy a juicy steak – you may even catch a glimpse of the famous Severn Bore!
With 28-day matured steaks sourced from local butcher Peter Jeffries & Son at Charlton Kings, diners can expect a grill menu featuring an 8oz and a 16oz rump and a 10oz ribeye, each served with a grilled mushroom, chunky chips and garden peas.
The Kings Head Hotel in Cirencester
Head to The Kings Head Hotel in Cirencester for a choice of two dining experiences in either its pub or brasserie, the latter offering a more refined menu that 'shines a light on seasonal and local produce'.
Its grill menu features highlights including an 8oz dry-aged fillet, a 10oz dry-aged picanha, a 10oz dry-aged sirloin and a 1kg dry-aged tomahawk to share; all served up with two complimentary sides.
Hickory's Smokehouse in Gloucester
Located in Quedgeley, Hickory's Smokehouse is taste of US southern hospitality right here in Gloucestershire, offering a bold menu packed with soul and protein.
There's a 12oz 30-day-aged rump or a 50-day-aged 10oz New York strip, or there's the option to take on The Cattleman's Choice, an epic platter featuring a 6oz blackened rump, a cowboy buttered 10oz sirloin, a Tennessee gravy glazed eight-hour smoked beef rib, accompanied by mac n' cheese, skin-on-fries, pickles and house slaw – phew!
The Crown at Ampney Brook in Cirencester
Part of the Wild Thyme & Honey family, The Crown at Ampney Brook is a cosy village pub nestled in the Cotswolds, offering an ever-changing seasonal menu to enjoy within an inviting dining space.
With a steak night every Friday, diners can enjoy its curated selection of premium cuts, various toppings and rich sauces, with each cut supplied by butchers at Aubrey Allen.
Strip Steak Bar at Gloucester Food Dock
For a super casual bite to eat, head to the Strip Steak Bar at Gloucester Food Dock.
With a 'No Bull' street food ethos, this cool and grungy meaty eatery has an underground vibe with a funky drinks menu and steak cuts like bavette, picanha rump, ribeye and sirloin, all served pink or cooked through with a portion of seasoned fries cooked in beef dripping.
