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 decadent 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.
With an a la carte menu fit to burst with steak options including 200g fillets, 300g boneless rib-eyes, 450g T-bones and a 650g porterhouse — alongside an extensive wine list for the perfect pairing — meat lovers can sit back, relax and await an expertly cooked meal served with a sauce to complement 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 8oz sirloin and a 6oz fillet to choose from — both dry-aged for 30 days — as well as a delectable 16oz 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 is sure to satisfy every meat-lover's appetite.
From 10oz sirloins to 24oz T-bones, diners can tuck into a perfectly cut steak, cooked to a sumptuous level of preference — those with extra hearty appetites can choose to take on the huge 32oz rump or 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 night, 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 wedge salad.
Upgrade your steak to a surf and turf dish for an extra £5, 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.
Téatro in Cirencester
Tucked away next to The Barn Theatre in Cirencester, Téatro boasts a chic setting to indulge in some of the finest steak in the county that tastes as good as it looks on the plate.
Pick a cut from the a la carte menu's steak section, such as a sirloin, a ribeye or a fillet — all served with a watercress salad, French fries and a slow-roasted shallot.
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, there's a 12oz dry-aged sirloin on the bone, a 800g cote de boeuf and an 8oz fillet steak — or 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 leaving the county, Brasserie Blanc in Cheltenham hosts its weekly steak night every Wednesday from 5pm.
With rumps, fillets and a Chateaubriand for two on the menu, when ordering two steaks, tables can dig into a sumptuous cut of choice, accompanied by French fries and a side salad, and enjoy a bottle of wine alongside three complimentary 'chef's extras'.
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 on its menu.
Pull up a chair in the cosy Cotswolds dining area and choose from a 200g fillet, a 280g ribeye or 1kg T-bone for two — all the Paddock Farm beef is cooked over charcoal — served with fries, salad and a béarnaise or green peppercorn sauce.
The Ox in Cheltenham
Sourcing its meat from local butchers, The Ox in Cheltenham knows a thing or two about serving up a seriously good steak.
All cuts are dry-aged and cooked on a charcoal-fired oven to seal in flavour, and diners can tuck into everything from succulent sirloins to a heavenly 28oz chateaubriand to share — the latter being served up with triple-cooked chips, leeks and greens, as well as a sauce of choice.
The Miners in the Forest of Dean
A traditional country pub, set in the small village of Sling in the Forest of Dean, The Miners offers a host of delicious steaks on its evening menu.
Take your pick of a 10oz rump or a 10oz sirloin — or treat yourself to a whole beef Wellington to share — from the pub's Welsh black beef steaks menu and choose either chunky chips, fries or buttered new potatoes to go with your meat, plus each steak comes with salad, mushrooms and a beef tomato.
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.
Its classic grass-fed cuts include a 220g flat iron; a 250g or 500g New York strip; and a 200g fillet steak, all served with roasted onion with the option to add a peppercorn or gorgonzola sauce, or a garlic and parsley butter.
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 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 sirloin, each served with a grilled mushroom, chips and a tomato.
The Kings Head Hotel in Cirencester
Head to the MBB Brasserie at The Kings Head Hotel in Cirencester to dine within a restaurant that has been 'designed for diners to feel part of the experience' with chefs cooking in an open-plan kitchen.
Its sample menu features highlights including an 8oz Jesse Smith's rare breed fillet steak with bone marrow and cep mushroom puree and rosti potato; an 8oz flat iron steak with green peppercorn sauce; and a loin of Cotswold venison with smoked chestnut puree and a thyme and smoked bacon bread and butter pudding.
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 a decadent menu within an inviting dining space.
With a steak night every Friday, diners can enjoy its signature steak frites with rosemary salted skin-on fries and house green sauce, along with a glass of wine for a special price, there's also a 10oz dry-aged ribeye served with a miso glazed onion, roasted celeriac and beef dripping fries.
