flatironsteak.co.uk Reviews 64

TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

3.7

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Most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Many consumers are pleased with the quality of the food, often describing the steak as delicious and well-prepared, with some highlighting excellent sides. The staff and service are frequently praised, with many customers finding employees friendly, helpful, and attentive, contributing to a positive dining experience. However, some people were dissatisfied with aspects of the service, citing long waits for menus or food, and occasional instances of rudeness or unprofessional behavior from staff. There are also mixed opinions regarding the product and its quality, with some noting a decline in steak quality, describing it as sinewy or chewy, and others finding portion sizes to be too small. Additionally, some customers have had issues with billing, including unexpected service charges or incorrect charges.

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Quality

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Visited last Sunday Flat Iron Waterloo for a pre theatre meal. Everything was handled seamlessly, staff was aware of our limited timeline, but we weren't rushed and could enjoy a wonderful meal.... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding service from Spitalfields branch. We went out for a family meal and from start to finish customer service was on point and the food was lovely. It was honestly one of the best experiences... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I went to Flat Iron Victoria today for a quick dinner and started feeling unwell beforehand. Ordered my food which came very fast and unfortunately I couldn’t eat it due to not feeling so good... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First time at Flatiron in Kensington. Loved the simplicity- but it wasn’t basic. Food was great, price reasonable, super cool setting and good service. The complimentary ice cream to take away at the... See more


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3.7

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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A great place to eat!

Flat Iron, Borough was so friendly but not over the top. We enjoyed the food so much, partly because it was such a great price, but it was genuinely really fantastic. The atmosphere was really good and the ice cream was delicious and a lovely surprise on the way out! Very efficient service. One of the best meals of the year! We hope you come to Leamington Spa!!

November 26, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Flat Iron (CAMDEN) (((KELLY)))

Dear Flat Iron Team,

I am writing to express my disappointment regarding my recent visit to your restaurant. On 8 October 2024, my friend and I were left waiting outside for 40 minutes due to not having a reservation, despite there being plenty of room inside.

When I approached a staff member named Kelly to address the situation, I found her to be rude and dismissive. After confronting her about the available seating, we were finally seated, but the experience left me feeling upset and discriminated against, especially as we were the only Black patrons present.

I hope you take this feedback seriously to improve your service for all customers.

October 9, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great lunch at Flat Iron in Manchester

First time eating at Flat Iron in Manchester. Lovely atmosphere and friendly staff and most importantly great food!
No fussy menu with loads of options. They're just good at what they do: steaks! Very tender, reasonably priced and lovely tasty sides. Lovely ice cream on your way out too. Would definitely go again.

September 21, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best steak/best burger ever!

Best steak/best burger ever!
Our first time at Flat Iron, went with our adult kids and my wife for her birthday.
I'm sorry I didn't get the name of our host but he was a lovely guy with Welsh Ballroom Dancing written on the back of his t-shirt. He was very attentive, friendly and knowledgeable about the menu.
The place was busy but it had a great atmosphere, toilets were clean and the Old Fashioned whiskey cocktail is highly recommended!
Very happy that our kids made the choice to take us there.

May 11, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Awful Service at Soho Branch - Tip Problem

Giving 1 ⭐️ for their sneaky misleading service charge hidden in the bill, without asking they enter the amount with the tip wanting you to pay, basically forcing the customer to ask the waiter in front of everyone to charge you for the food. Tips are optional in the UK and should be discretionary and up to the customer to leave it if they are happy with the service.

I will keep giving 1 star because we need to stand up to this, we are not the US, so stop following their tipping ways and make customers go thru the embarrassment of asking the waiter to charge them the REAL amount for what we have consumed and not take their service for granted.

The service was not good and what bothered us the most that the male waiter on Saturday 30th March at 3.30pm downstairs just started his shift when he went back to the bar mentioned in high voice table X was charged and not left the tip, the 4 staff their looking at us with very bad faces.
Awful service all the staff downstairs but giving a shout out to the guy at the door greeting us and took us initially downstairs very energetic and nice. Hope the management fixes this as the food is quite good but will not be returning there.

March 30, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

They do not care about their customers

I've got to say they do not care about their customers. Booked a month in advance for my son's 18th birthday but received no confirmation of the booking. No phone number to call the company or the restaurant. They do not reply to emails so thought it best to place another booking but they were full so we ended up going elsewhere. 15 minutes before our original booking we received an email saying they were looking forward to seeing us!
How hard can it be to communicate?
I would avoid if you can as they do not care about their customers.

March 23, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Surreptitiously adds fees to the bill

The food at this establishment is good value. However, they surreptitiously add "optional" fees to the bill, which I believe is totally outrageous. Flatiron: do not lecture me on charities. I give to charities and I do not need extra fees added to my bill on a night out to support your causes - causes which I might not agree with! Do not make these fees default. You are well aware that many customers might not notice them on the bill and contribute unknowingly. This is incredibly sneaky and dishonest of you.

February 29, 2024
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I visited Flat Iron (various locations)…

I visited Flat Iron (various locations) a few times. I found the service at the restaurants excellent and enjoyed the food most times - except one when the stake came out rare/very blue rather than medium-rare as I’d ordered. However I am very disappointed by whatever team oversees their email address for enquiries. I emailed that address three times over the last 2 years to ask about what cooking oils are used in the beef dripping chips - whether it’s pure beef dripping or if this is mixed with other oils, and I never received a response. I don’t understand why they refuse to reply. Surely as a customer I have the right to know what’s in the food I order?

January 30, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We were attended by Arthur and wow

We were attended by Arthur and wow! I’m speechless!!! He is so caring and knowledgable about the menu. We took his recommendation and had a fantastic meal! Don’t miss that garlic mash potato, to drop dead! Espectacular food! Oh, and the wine! Malbec Flat iron that’s the one!

January 26, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic - Covent Garden

Excellent food, excellent service. fantastic value. Free ice cream cone at the end. What more can you ask? Oh let’s not forget the popcorn at your table on arrival!
We had the flat iron steak plus creamed spinach. We had the chips and mash to share and wow the mash is amazing!
Definitely going back.

November 11, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Value for money

For under £25 you can get a steak sides and a drink with an ice cream at the end, we got the creamed spinach as a side and obviously the flat iron steak as a main, the ice cream at the end is amazing too, honestly can’t wait to come back, would recommend to anyone

July 7, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best steak I've ever eaten

Took my daughter to Kings Cross after a day in London. Steak absolutely delicious and fantastic sides - chips and mash were fantastic. Relaxed atmosphere with friendly and attentive staff. And unbelievable prices, would not get such a brilliant meal for 2 for the price we paid "up north". Wish there was a branch local to us, think i'd move in!!

July 19, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Cut location by Waterloo

The Cut location by Waterloo. Fantastic quality steak & burger meal. OMG the fries and mushroom sauce! Great service. Kudos to our server Josh and manager Carlos for a great lunch. We'll be back soon!

July 8, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Flat iron Covent Garden

Amazing food amazing staff (covent garden) you restored my faith in British hospitality (coming from someone who works in hospitality, knowing it really doesn’t take that much to give good service) THANK YOU. Best waitress ever (Jodie?) will be back :)

January 4, 2023
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