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STK Steakhouse The Westminster LONDON
Words: Eleanor Howard Photography: © Matthew Shaw
IN A BITE Operator: Hilton Worldwide (hotel), The One Group (F&B) Tableware: Revol www.stksteakhouse.com
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aving undergone a multi-million pound
900g Black Angus Tomahawk. To elevate the
renovation, The Westminster – a former
meat further, diners can choose from indulgent
DoubleTree – has joined Hilton’s Curio
toppings such as king crab oscar, shaved black
Collection and unveiled a new F&B line-up.
truffle or grilled prawns, as well as a variety
First to make its debut was STK, the modern
of sauces and butters. There’s also a raw bar
steakhouse brand from The One Group, which
serving oysters, ceviche and a stand-out
combines a fine-dining experience with a chic
shellfish platter, along with American favourites
lounge setting. With outposts in Las Vegas, Doha
including braised beef short rib, mac-and-
and Ibiza, the venue marks the US stalwart’s
cheese, and triple-cooked chips topped with
second London opening, continuing the high-
bacon jalapeño fry sauce.
energy ambience of its sister restaurant on The
The comprehensive drinks programme
Strand. In Westminster, the extended space now
includes both US and locally-brewed beers,
incorporates a bar area with a dynamic neon
as well as signature cocktails such as the STK
lighting programme, while the dining space is
Martini – a popular serve of Russian Standard
made up of semi-circular booths set beneath
Vodka, orange sanguine, passion fruit and
delicate cherry blossom trees. Unique to the
orange bitter – or the STK Mule, a fine balance
Westminster site is a private bowling alley that
of vodka, yellow Chartreuse liqueur, lime juice
guests can book pre- or post-dinner.
and ginger beer.
For its culinary offering, STK specialises in
Rounding out The Westminster’s dining
classic, contemporary American cuisine with a
programme is Bao Yum – a whimsical twist
twist. The wide selection of steaks takes top
on the urban chic Asian street food classic –
billing, and amongst the star attractions are
which also comes courtesy of The One Group
the 300g Wagyu Picanha and a monumental
and effectively cements the duo’s partnership.
