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Paternoster Chop House, London,

Paternoster Chop House

4.3
4.3
2215 Reviews
£26 to £40
British

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2 people
19:00
Booked 23 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups

We are bringing back the great British Chop House – harking back to a time when meat was king, portions were hearty and provenance was everything. Enjoy larger sharing cuts cooked on open charcoal grills, in Josper ovens or on spit roasts, alongside daily specials inspired by the best the British Isles have to offer.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, Steakhouse
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00–15:30 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–21:30
  • Phone number
    020 7029 9400
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    In the shadows of St Paul's Cathedral, Paternoster Chop House's traditional, seasonal British menu and covered terrace makes it the perfect venue for weekday lunches, afterwork drinks or a hearty steak dinner
  • Area
    St Paul's
  • Cross Street
    35 Old Bailey, London EC4M 7AU
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    St Paul's (Central Line) or City Thameslink
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Chopped Set Menu

    £30.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    We are bringing back the great British Chop House – harking back to a time when meat was king, portions were hearty and provenance was everything. Enjoy larger sharing cuts cooked on open charcoal grills, in Josper ovens or on spit roasts, alongside daily specials inspired by the best the British Isles have to offer. Set menu 2/3 courses for £30/35.
    Chopped Set Menu photo
  • Saturday Brunch

    £30.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    We are bringing back the great British Chop House – harking back to a time when meat was king, portions were hearty and provenance was everything. 2 Courses £30/ 3 Courses £35 Add bottomless bubbles / Bloody Mary / draught beer £20pp. To be enjoyed for 90 minutes with a minimum of two courses per person
    Saturday Brunch photo
  • Mother's Day Menu

    £35.00 per person

    30 Mar 2025 only
    Celebrate your mum with our special Mother's Day Set Menu for 2025, offering flexible options: Enjoy two courses for just £35 or indulge in a three-course meal for only £45. Start with tempting starters like Artichoke heart soup or Longhorn Beef Tartare. Choose from classic mains such as Sunday Roasts or Pan seared seabass, all included in the price. Finish your meal on a sweet note with desserts like Pecan tart or Bramley Apple Crumble.
    Mother's Day Menu photo

What 2,215 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • City of London

    Good for groups

  • City of London

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Paternoster Chop House boasts "delicious food" and attentive staff, with standout dishes like the Chateaubriand and pork chop. The atmosphere is ideal for special occasions, offering "great service" and a "relaxing environment." Though some find it pricey, the quality of steaks and memorable experiences make it worth a visit.

2,215 Reviews
  1. Chris Remers

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an excellent business lunch - food was great - service was quick and efficient, clients were very happy too

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  2. Paolo

    London56 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Although it is known for its meat / grills etc I had the swordfish as a main with scallops as a starter. Both were excellent

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  3. Elise VIP

    London217 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was very good, service was friendly. But the place is just too noisy for a conversation / business meal. I have to add we had a late lunch and were reseated at my request as a result of which the noise level was bearable but I wouldn't go back at prime time.
    Paternoster Chop HouseResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the food and found our team welcoming. However, we’re sorry that the noise levels impacted your visit. While we strive to create a vibrant and lively atmosphere, we understand that some guests prefer a quieter setting, especially for business meals. We’re glad our team could accommodate your request, and if you ever choose to visit again, we’d be happy to recommend the best times for a more relaxed dining experience. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back in the future.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    London3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 27 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Asked what we wanted to drink before we sat down at the table. Servers required to memorise the order but took 3 attempts before writing it down. No worries about finishing meal within the time slot as within 50 mins 2 courses had been delivered and the 4th person was asking us what we wanted for dessert. The steak is good but at these prices you want a meal to last longer than a trip to Nando’s
    Paternoster Chop HouseResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the quality of our steak, but we're sorry if the pace of service felt rushed—we always aim to strike the right balance between efficiency and allowing guests to enjoy a relaxed dining experience. Your comments about the drinks ordering process and timing of courses have been noted, and we’ll review them with our team to ensure a smoother experience in the future. We truly value your feedback and would love the opportunity to welcome you back for a more leisurely meal next time.

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  5. Andrew

    Birmingham1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 27 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    It was about half full and everyone was placed on one side of the restaurant i expect to give the feeling of it being busy. However, this did mean it was difficult to hold conversations as it was very loud and felt crowded just because of how they had seated us. There was plenty of staff on, but they were not attentive or paying attention most of the time, once you got someone’s attention, they were great. We sat for around 10 minutes before being asked for drinks and had to chase them after 20 minutes (the drinks hadn’t arrived) to place the food order. However, the food was really nice the pork chops were a good size, and the steak was cooked to perfection. It was a little harsh that there was only one vegetarian option on the menu and no vegan options, luckily I understand the vegetable pot pie was nice. We had to chase to order more drinks and even water for the table so it really was the service which let them down, if they had been more attentive I think they would have doubled the check size. Would probably go again but only for a personal visit and not for a catch up with colleagues.

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  6. Mike

    London10 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 26 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Booked for a business dinner. In general it was a positive experience - staff were attentive. What pulled down the rating for me was that my steak was extremely overdone, to the point of being inedible. Now to be fair I asked for medium to well, but it came out significantly past well done. Seems like it was just me, so hopefully a one-off.
    Paternoster Chop HouseResponded on 27 February 2025
    Thank you for choosing us for your business dinner and for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you found our service attentive, but we’re truly sorry that your steak wasn’t cooked to your liking. We always strive to get every dish just right, and it’s disappointing to hear that we missed the mark on this occasion. Your experience doesn’t reflect our usual high standards, and we appreciate you highlighting it. If you’d be willing, we’d love the chance to make it up to you on a future visit. Please feel free to reach out to us directly so we can personally ensure your next meal is perfect. We hope to welcome you back soon

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  7. Mark

    Jacksonville10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This is the place if you are looking for great steak in a casual and lively environment. We landed at Paternoster after a week filled with all the ethnic foods and found this perfect spot for more traditional food. The ribeye was on point. The separate sides lacked some selection on the veggie side, but the mash potatoes and fries were good. The comments from our table said it was the best meal of the week. I agree.
    Paternoster Chop HouseResponded on 27 February 2025
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so pleased you chose to dine with us after your week of culinary adventures and that our ribeye hit the spot. It’s fantastic to hear that your table rated it the best meal of the week—what a compliment! We appreciate your feedback on our side selection and will certainly take it into consideration. It’s always great to know where we can improve while keeping our guests happy. We’d love to welcome you back next time you’re in town for another top-notch steak experience!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    London9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual the food and service was very good

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  9. Shane VIP

    London16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great venue for a business meal near St Paul’s - excellent food and service

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  10. annette VIP

    Toronto30 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 21 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was good but had a better chateaubriand two nights later; better presentation, better taste, lower price

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Paternoster Chop House is rated 4.3 stars by 2215 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 23 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Paternoster Chop House

35 Old Bailey, London EC4M 7AU, London, EC4M 7AU

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    35 Old Bailey, London EC4M 7AU
  • Area
    St Paul's
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00–15:30 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–21:30
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    St Paul's (Central Line) or City Thameslink
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    020 7029 9400
  • Private party facilities
    In the shadows of St Paul's Cathedral, Paternoster Chop House's traditional, seasonal British menu and covered terrace makes it the perfect venue for weekday lunches, afterwork drinks or a hearty steak dinner
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