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Prime Steak and Grill in St Albans, London offers a delightful experience for those seeking quality continental cuisine, with a particular focus on succulent steaks. The ambiance is often described as cozy and inviting, making it an excellent choice for both intimate dinners and gatherings with friends. The highlight of the menu is undoubtedly the steaks. They are known for their premium cuts, expertly prepared and cooked to perfection. The flavors are robust, and the meats are usually sourced from reputable suppliers, ensuring a high-quality dining experience. In addition to the steaks, the restaurant typically offers a diverse selection of continental dishes, providing options for various palates. The menu often includes a range of sides, sauces, and accompaniments that complement the main courses well. The service at Prime Steak and Grill is frequently praised for its attentiveness and knowledge of the menu. Staff members are known to be friendly and helpful, enhancing the overall dining experience. The pricing tends to be reflective of the quality of the ingredients and preparation, placing it in the mid to upper range of dining establishments. Patrons often find the value to be justified by the excellent food and service.
Chef RahulChef Rahul
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I've been a few times for steak and always had a great experience. Great but pricey - so be prepared to dig deep. However, I'm finally getting round to reviewing having just experienced the Wellington Wednesday. The premise is, pay a fixed price of £39 each for two people and you get a beef wellington 'with all the trimmings' as the advert boasts, and a a bottle of paired red wine. As soon as I entered the restaurant, I was told by a member of staff that it would be a 40min wait for the wellington and that we should probably order some starters while we wait. Now I assumed it was 40 minutes from the time I was told. How I was wrong, it was actually 40mins after we finished our starter!!! So in actual fact, we ended up waiting 1 hour 20 mins for a Beef wellington from the time we were told it would take 40mins. I appreciate it's not a quick dish one can make like steak, but there is nothing in the advertising to indicate this and no clarification was provided on the 40min time. By the time the Wellington arrived, we had practically finished the wine which was paired for the wellington. We had no appetite to order another bottle from the sour taste left in our mouths. The reason I marked 'with all the trimmings' earlier was because that's a massive oversell. You get a bit of tenderstem broccoli, mash and a teeny tiny bit of gravy and more gravy costs £2.50 for another teeny tiny amount. While the Wellington was good, it was very stressful waiting so long for it. We were compensated (if you could call it that?) with free dessert but I can't deny the fact it was just a generally unpleasant experience for what should be one of the best restaurants in town. Sorry guys but it's a 2 star from me.
RoopsRoops
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It was my birthday treat. I chose Prime steakhouse 83-85 London Rd, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 1LN. The restaurant has a stylish and inviting atmosphere, both special and cozy. The decor features exposed brick, wood, ironwork, and antique mirrors, creating a unique and classy vibe. It's suitable for various occasions, from special celebrations to romantic dinners. As the name suggests, Prime Steak & Grill specializes in high-quality steaks. The menu offers a variety of steak options, including fillet, ribeye, sirloin, and tomahawk, all cooked to perfection. Beyond steak, they offer other dishes like chicken, fish, and vegetarian options, ensuring something for everyone. We visited on a Wednesday with a special price for the steak and unlimited fries. Staff are friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable, going above and beyond to ensure a memorable dining experience. Prime Steak & Grill delivers a top-notch dining experience in St Albans. The combination of high-quality food, a stylish atmosphere, and excellent service makes it a standout choice.
Jeff FranklingJeff Frankling
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Ok. So where to start. We had a booking for two. When we arrived the host (apparently the manager as well..) couldn’t find our booking. After an awkward couple of minutes he said we don’t have a reservation. When I showed him a text on my phone he was totally lost. My wife spotted my name on the screen and showed him our reservation. His answer was - “Someone is already sitting at this table”. Pause. In the end he gave us a table but there was no apologising or a single “Sorry”. The host was arrogant and acted like he was doing us a favour. The food - starters were good. However, the Wagyu burger was a disaster. No one asked how we would like it cooked and instead of a medium (a typical steakhouse default) it came overcooked (no juice at all). No one brought the dips we’ve asked for.. So in short - nice décor, interesting menu but dreadful service. Not a “prime” place. I’ve been to almost all steakhouses in London and yes the service and quality varies but this place is just the bottom.
Sergey SaltanSergey Saltan
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What a great experience for the first time visiting. Heard so much about this place so booked for my wife's birthday and on arrival the staff were very welcoming. The service was first class and the food was amazing, especially the starters. Complementary cheese scones went down a treat too. We all shared our starters which were all cooked to perfection and my favourite was the Bao Buns. Three of us had steaks and my son had the only burger on the menu which was the only disappointment of the evening as it was slightly over cooked and lacking flavour. Steaks were cooked great and would recommend having the Garlic Butter with it to add flavour. Will definitely be going back. Recommendations, Starters - Bao Buns or Salt and Pepper Calamari, Main - Porterhouse Steak, plus a must have side dish would be the Mac & Cheese, the best I've had eating out 👌🏾.
Steve JustinSteve Justin
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Sinew, fat and conflict.. After possibly 10 delightful experiences at Prime, I fear they have lost touch with their original experience. This evening, the experience received was horrid. After being served with the worst steak I’ve had in 30 years (large strip of fat, thick sinew through the steak, and tasteless) the experience was compounded by a defensive manager, who’s only solution was to ‘remove it from the bill’, no sorry that’s not the standard we strive for, instead an attempt to fob us off with we don’t know before we cook it! Surely that’s part of the reason we pay £30+ for a steak (at a steak restaurant) that would cost £10 from a good butcher, and I understand we can’t be perfect all the time, but admit to your mistakes, and put the customer first, something from tonight’s experience they have lost touch of.
Keith PuttKeith Putt
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Nearby Attractions Of Prime Steak and Grill
St Albans Cathedral
The Maltings
St Albans Museum + Gallery
St Albans Market
The Clock Tower
Watercress Wildlife Association
The Crystal Healer

St Albans Cathedral
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The Maltings
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St Albans Museum + Gallery
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St Albans Market
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Nearby Restaurants Of Prime Steak and Grill
Waterend Barn - JD Wetherspoon
Ye Olde Fighting Cocks
The Ivy St Albans Brasserie
Craft & Cleaver
Bill’s St Albans Restaurant
Slug & Lettuce - St Albans
Peahen
The Beech House
Miller & Carter St Albans
The Horn

Waterend Barn - JD Wetherspoon
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Ye Olde Fighting Cocks
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The Ivy St Albans Brasserie
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Craft & Cleaver
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Basic Info
Address
83-85 London Rd, St Albans AL1 1LN, United Kingdom
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+44 1727 840309
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Website
primesteakandgrill.com
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4.6
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Bare-brick steak house with banquettes and booths, for grass-fed, 21-day aged, British beef cuts.
attractions: St Albans Cathedral, The Maltings, St Albans Museum + Gallery, St Albans Market, The Clock Tower, Watercress Wildlife Association, The Crystal Healer, restaurants: Waterend Barn - JD Wetherspoon, Ye Olde Fighting Cocks, The Ivy St Albans Brasserie, Craft & Cleaver, Bill’s St Albans Restaurant, Slug & Lettuce - St Albans, Peahen, The Beech House, Miller & Carter St Albans, The Horn
