About Us

From farming and food-obsessed families, founders and childhood friends, Will & Huw, opened the first Hawksmoor in East London in 2006.  They had a simple three-fold goal: find the best possible beef; master the simple-seeming art of cooking the perfect steak; and create an environment where everyone, guests and staff, could relax and enjoy themselves. 

The people who should get most of the credit for Hawksmoor ranking ‘Best Steakhouse in the World’ are the farmers and ranchers we’ve been working with for years. Since Hawksmoor started in London in 2006, we’ve been constantly traveling, meeting and building relationships with like-minded farmers, ranchers, fishermen and producers. In the US that’s been happening for the best part of a decade – and we’re proud to work with many of them in the Northeast and Pacific Northwest to supply our restaurants in New York and Chicago. People who believe, as we do, that great ethics = great flavor. The best steaks come from ranchers who care about their cattle, and about the soil they farm on.

In the UK Hawksmoor has developed a reputation as much for its integrity as its food, drink and beautiful dining rooms. Award-winning employment practices mean that we’re fortunate to have a company full of people who not only give their best but are also able to bring their full personalities to work, and in turn make our guests feel relaxed and happy. That’s part of the reason why our team wear their own clothes and we have no dress code in our restaurants.  

We put a lot of care and attention into everything we do. Whether you’re visiting for a few cocktails or a burger at the bar, or a blow-out meal to celebrate a special occasion, we want Hawksmoor to become a favorite for a wide range of different people. 

And it can’t hurt that we’re in what we think is the most beautiful room in New York.