By: Heather Dickey
Step into the polished repose of Mayfair’s Beaumont Hotel and you’ll find Colony Grill Room, an ode to the golden days of New York’s stylish hangouts. This relaxed yet sophisticated steakhouse channels the easygoing glam of an uptown Manhattan retreat with dark wood, white linen-topped tables and velvet booths.
Since opening in 2014, Colony Grill Room has lured discerning diners with mouthwatering dry-aged steaks and tableside prep. But the appeal goes beyond the perfectly sourced meats. With breakfast, lunch and dinner service, Colony Grill Room works for weekend brunching, business lunches and celebratory dinners alike.
Nathaniel Newnham-Davies’ early 20th century description of the London grill room still fits: “The modern Grill Room we owe, I think, to the Americans…The grill-room gives him an excellent dinner, just as long or short as he likes, served quickly, in luxurious surroundings, and he can dress as he likes, to eat it.”
Indeed, Colony Grill Room’s easy refinement tempts you to linger over transatlantic flavors prepared to perfection. Read on to see why this stylish Mayfair hotspot should top your London dining list.
INSIDER TIP: For the full old-school American steakhouse thing, go for Colony Grill Room’s Steak Tartare. Watching your server freshly whip up this classic with a raw egg yolk tableside adds to the retro thrill.
Timeless Tastes from Across the Pond
From weekend breakfast spreads of fluffy pancakes drowned in maple syrup to hearty Tomahawk steaks sizzling under the broiler, Colony Grill Room sticks to the recipes that define American dining institutions. Classics like the wedge salad and Caesar salad, prepped tableside for that true steakhouse feel, tap into diner nostalgia. For seafood fans, the raw bar serves up fresh oysters and shrimp cocktail with zesty horseradish and spicy cocktail sauce for dipping.
No retro American menu is complete without showstopper desserts, and Colony Grill Room delivers with over-the-top treats like sundaes topped with piles of whipped cream. Design your own sundae fave by picking from a checklist of flavors and toppings. Portion sizes skew indulgent, so feel free to share a slice of velvety cheesecake or – even better – the signature Banana Split.
When only the real deal hits the spot, Colony Grill Room satisfies cravings for time-honored American fare without the transatlantic flight. Within the ritzy confines of The Beaumont Hotel, this polished eatery pairs old-school flavors with British refinement. From dry-aged beef and seafood towers to white-glove service finessed for the Instagram era, Colony Grill Room brings a taste of New York’s golden days to 21st century London.
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The Food & Drink
From flawlessly seared steaks to nostalgic sides like creamed spinach, the kitchen demonstrates mastery of American steakhouse essentials.
The Service
The polished yet warm waitstaff enhances the old-school ambience with finesse and attention to detail. Knowledge of classic American dishes is impressive.
The Ambience
Dark wood brass accents channel 1920s New York supper clubs, while ample artwork and light keeps the mood fresh if only a bit sleepy at times.
Here’s the Jist on The Colony Grill
Colony Grill Room stands out for ambiance and cuisine that transport discerning diners across the pond without leaving Mayfair. Cravings for American steakhouse classics, seafood towers and tableside preparation are indulged with refined European service.
Colony Grill Room at The Beaumont Hotel: 8 Balderton St, Mayfair, London W1K 6TF. +44 20 7499 1001. Visit The Colony Grill Room here.
Meet Your Guide
Heather Dickey is the Editor-in-Chief of The Itinerary and owner of hospitality branding studio, Soigné. She is based in London and Los Angeles.
