Blacklock Shoreditch in Hackney

Amazing prime rib steak . Chips are crunchy and delicious . Atmosphere was lovely and incredible service from our very friendly waiter . Didn’t catch his name but he was from Macedonia and exceptionally excellent. He made our night

I revisited this place with my friends a number of times and it never fails to disappoint! Food is absolutely delicious and big shout out to Isaac who made our lunch incredibly memorable!

This was a second visit to Blacklock Shoreditch and it did not disappoint. Firstly the staff are the nicest people - everyone is so friendly and welcoming. Jahsanne took care of us and gave me free dessert for my birthday! Food was fantastic - the steak was cooked to perfection and do not miss out on that chop sauce!! Will be back again real soon!

Amazing staff, great drinks , great food. Great prices.

Good food and good service. We went for the menu that was listed online with burgers and barbecue, but it turned out that day there was another menu without burgers.

By far the noisiest restaurant I have ever been to, worse than a pub, impossible to chat with anyone unless you yell. Waited 10 mins for a high chair to arrive. Staff coughing and sneezing while serving. Meat was overcooked and overseasoned. Only good thing is the dessert. Dont understand where all the good reviews coming from. Never again.

Great food, service and pricing

Very good food, everything very tasty, it is a little expensive but compared to the quality of the food it is very worth it I would recommend it 100%

The prime rib was excellent. We had an amazing dining experience there!

Loved it. Steak delicious. Service cheerful. Busy lively atmosphere. Wine was delicious. Will be back.

Absolutely recommended for Sunday roast and great service!

I went at 9pm and they were out of a few types of meats. I had the ribs and the rump, very good, a bit over spiced. Sat at the bar as it was the only spot open. Good service.

Amazing service, amazing food, amazing staff, just amazing. Thank you guys for absolutely making our wedding anniversary and house buying celebration just splendid. Our fave restaurant, will absolutely be back.

Great birthday meal. Fantastic food and friendly staff

I do love black lock but it's starting to have the same feeling as flat iron, they want to get as many bums on seats which means cramped tables together giving you hardly any room to get into your seat and meaning you can hear the convo of the tables next to you. Music was also a little too loud for an evening meal, is it a restaurant or a night club. That being said the food was amazing as always and the staff were ever so lovely.

The steak was cooked well (medium rare as I ordered) and seasoned just right. The bone marrow complemented the steak beautifully, and the chips were crispy and hot. They even offered sparkling water for free, which was a nice touch. Everything was perfect. The service was lovely as well. However, I visited during dinner time, so it was a bit noisy. But, I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a great steak at a reasonable price.

Five days in London and the best meal I have had in a long time Very reasonable prices. Excellent.

Highly recommended!! Both the service and the food are unbeatable.

Visited today with my partner. We ordered the all in but requested only lamb and beef as we don’t eat pork. When our food arrived it looked good initially but after trying it we were really disappointed. The beef was decent but the cuts given were really fatty, the lamb was really fatty and hard to chew and so we were not able to eat much of the lamb, both meats were cooked weirdly one side was pink (Rare) and the other brown (well done), one of the pieces of lamb we received was practically white in colour which we thought was odd, the vegetables came slightly hard (undercooked) and not crispy, the gravy at first was decent however when a server came round and topped up the gravy boats it was way too salty and horrible. After reading such good reviews we were expecting a lot better and have had better roasts in local pubs. When it came to paying we told our server we were unhappy with our experience, to our surprise the server didn’t even acknowledge this or bother to follow up on it. We would never return and certainly not recommend this restaurant. Overhyped and disappointing

Good but perhaps a little overrated! Maybe we went at a busy time but the steaks weren’t cooked too great. We got the medium sirloin and medium ribeye but there was so much difference in the level they were cooked! The medium sirloin felt more medium rare whereas the medium ribeye was like a Welldone. However the chips were amazing and would recommend getting a sauce.

Our first visit to Blacklock Shoreditch for lunch left a fantastic impression. From the outset, the focus on quality ingredients treated with respect shone through. The egg and anchovy starter was a perfectly balanced umami kickstart, while the pigs head on toast featured meltingly tender cheek meat on well-chosen sourdough – simple, yet deeply satisfying. The ribs were succulent, with just the right amount of char and yielding tenderness. My partner’s fillet arrived precisely rare, as requested, showcasing excellent sourcing and cooking. I opted for the Blacklock Burger, and it's clear they understand burger craft here. The patty had a superb crust, suggesting a thoughtful blend and high-heat cooking, complemented beautifully by deeply sweet, properly caramelised onions – it confidently holds its own against London's dedicated burger spots. Accompanying beef dripping chips were crisp and full of flavour, and the kale with parmesan offered a welcome, sharp counterpoint. The 'Mindful Martini', though perhaps a fraction sweeter than anticipated, proved a surprisingly effective foil to the richness of the dishes. We were also treated to a delightful complimentary chocolate cheesecake with spring berries – a very kind touch. – dense, smooth, and lifted by fresh spring berries; a genuinely lovely gesture. What truly elevated the experience, however, was the service, particularly from our host, Pepe, whose warmth and genuine hospitality made us feel instantly welcome. A thoroughly enjoyable meal centred on great produce, skilfully cooked. We'll certainly be returning.

Fantastic Steak !!! Shared a 1kg porterhouse such a lovely cut of meat. The sides were all lovely too

THE place to go for Sunday roast in London!

Food was amazing and service was even better. Kind, friendly and accommodating from everyone and especially from the manager Felix. We got the ‘All In’ with the cheesecake as desert. 100% would recommend, especially to anyone looking for amazing value for money

Delicious food and service. Highly recommend the T-bone steak

Me and friends came in as a walk-in and we felt very welcomed by all the staff especially by the manager Felix. He was very attentive and patient with us as we took awhile to order as it was my friends first time here. We had ordered the all-in with additional sides, everything was exceptional, zero complaints, everything was amazing for value, even desserts and drinks!! Would definitely recommend and wouldn’t have had my experience any other way, service was 11/10 thank you to the Blacklock team and Felix☺️

Walked in on a Monday dinner service where Felix looked after me and two other friends. He was a good chat and extremely accommodating. The staff all around were attentive, always refilling waters and clearing our table when needed. The food was amazing and the value of the “all-in could not be compared. Amazing meat and salad variety to “balance” it all out. Will be coming again soon, specifically to this branch. Thank you to the BlackLock team!!

One of the best meat restaurants in london, take the large cuts they are awesome. And service is great as well and a wow dessert at the end. All at a reasonable price. 5 stars

While I understand some positive reviews I also understand the negative ones. The service here was very obnoxious from the moment I booked it to the end. The food was just normal nothing special, I guess a good service makes a difference when the food is “good but overhyped”. I am unsure if I recommend this place. The area has many good sunday roasts not necessarily that well rated, and the final experience would be probanlth better

Terrific food, great staff and fantastic drinks, including cocktails.

Excellent service, staffs were very friendly and helpful. The ambiance was warm and inviting, and the staff was incredibly attentive and professional. When we had a small issue with our order, they handled it promptly and with great care, ensuring that we were completely satisfied. Their hospitality truly stood out, making our visit enjoyable. We appreciate the excellent service and will definitely be returning!

Great food, fast service, all good. The only thing is, once you seat somebody etiquette dictates that you don't try to move them or hurry them. It doesn't matter if you have a table waiting, you plan in advance and you think ahead. And for the table waiting, if you have crammed in too many tables in the time slot, the line to use is; "your table is coming shortly, please order drinks at the bar, here are some menu's, relax and we'll be with you very soon". However it's still a 5*.😁

Our first Sunday Roast experience did not disappoint. The portions were generous and delicious, and service was fast and friendly. We made a reservation right when they opened, and would recommend that because it got busy really fast. Highly recommend!

The best Sunday roast to date the truth You have to reserve that yes Quite nice For me the beef is the best although we ordered the all in to try them all

The experience was great except the pieces of beef that we got (we ordered ALL IN) were overcooked and very chewy.

We came for our friend's birthday at 8pm Friday 28th March and left feeling very disappointed. It took 20 minutes to take our drinks order, despite the fact that at one point 5 members of staff were standing chatting in the corner (with two giving eachother back massages?!) whilst we tried to get their attention. We had to chase our drinks twice, and the second time (after 40 minutes) I was told they had just run out of ingredients for my mocktail and I had to choose something else. The drinks eventually arrived 50 minutes after we ordered them. I know all restaurants rely on inflating their drinks prices, but maybe Blacklock could at least get lemonade by the 300ml bottle, as £3 for 200ml is insane, but also that is just not enough liquid to remotely quench your thirst. Especially when you've been sat there waiting for nearly an hour and the ice you asked for at the beginning for the lukewarm tap water never showed up. The starters were good but we were underwhelmed by the main courses. My cauliflower was very oily and for £2 we received about a teaspoon of Bernaise sauce. We left before dessert because we couldn't face the wait for it, especially as we would have also wanted more drinks. The only positive about the service was that we were impressed with the staffs' knowledge of the menu when it came to asking questions about gluten.

Goos steak, but so it should be for the price. Very hard to differentiate these places from other great steak houses. More down to side dishes etc. Nice area and vibe. £100pp including drinks/service. We were full!

Lovely meat, lovely staff, nice! 👍

Busy place. Delicious food and cocktails. Great service. Booking advised.

Come here for Sunday roast. Although the food was a little slow to come out, the quality was very high and the price was very reasonable. The restaurant was very popular and half of the seats were gone when I arrived at 12 noon.

I’ve been to Blacklock a few times and I think this was my worst experience so far. The service felt very much like they were trying to get us to spend as much as possible. And the “say when” desert was brought to us in a bowl, not the usual lasagne dish and served at the table. Disappointing.

had the best time ever - service was outstanding, food was amazing and the price was absolutely fair. Would recommend!!

This place is known for its Sunday roast. We have several branches in London. I made a reservation two days in advance as I was eating alone and went to have a Sunday roast for lunch, and my first impression was good as they treated me very kindly. They graciously accepted all-in (beef, pork, lamb), which was originally only available for orders of 2 or more people, so I was able to taste a variety of meats that I didn't expect. It feels like it sticks to the basics within the basic composition of a Sunday roast (roast beef, Yorkshire pudding, gravy, roasted vegetables and potatoes). The meat was cooked between medium rare and medium overall and had a distinct lamb flavor, but it was not overpowering. The gravy is slightly salty but has a rich umami flavor, so it has a magical quality that you will run out of as you continue to dip it into potatoes or meat. The potatoes are baked until the outside is slightly hard, and they taste just like potatoes. The Yorkshire pudding was nothing special, but it was crispy and well-baked. This is a recommended restaurant if you want to try a good quality Sunday roast.

My first Sunday roast experience and it was great I got the lamb leg and it was amazing. The gravy was top notch. The potatoes were also nice and crunch and everything was seasoned perfectly. The bloody maria was good too.

Food and atmosphere was amazing but the service was even better. Maya served me and a group of 5 for a birthday and she made it such a special night. Thank you Maya!

Best roast ever! Carrots on the roast are the best going, cocktails are always delicious and cheap for London.

Have been coming here for years - it’s my favourite steak house in London. I like to come on a Monday with friends or family and order a massive steak. The chop sauce is superb. The cheesecake is amazing but the bread and butter pudding totally blew me away. Don’t be afraid of the pig head on toast! Staff are simply the best (Beppe and Federica in particular, ciao raga!). Great atmosphere. Best value for money as well in my opinion. Sunday roasts are excellent but finding a table can be tricky so recommend booking well in advance because this place is popular, with good reason.

Having added an extra person to the list, we were unable to take our original seats reserved in Covent Garden (which was recommended) and so rebooked for Shoreditch. I was greeted by a warm smile and cheerful conversation, immediately through the door. My coat was swiftly taken to the cloakroom (with my permission, of course!) The atmosphere was warm, buzzing, and exuberant. When the blacklock fillet I ordered was served, I was dubious. It did not look edible, but I was delightfully proven wrong. The charcoal and salty flavour was tantalising. This was paired with the broccoli and walnut salad, which I could not tell you what seasoning was used but it was one of the best things I tasted that evening. The 10hr ash roasted sweet potato was soft, salty, and sweet. It was a perfect mix of flavours and proportions. For dessert, I chose the cheesecake. The appearance was similar to an Eton mess; bosh, wallop on the plate with digestives messily crushed beneath the cream. If I were not full from the main, I would have asked for the whole dish! Yummy! Cannot wait to visit again, absolutely loved it.

Such a lovely meal tonight - both the team who looked after us and food were fantastic.

Always rely on the team to make you welcome and give you great personal service. The food is delicious and homely portions. Go to destination for a feast with foodie friends or an impressive business lunch. ♥️ this place! Could spend hours ensconced in a corner dining here! Thank you for another great experience 💫

I cannot fault the quality of the meats or the cooking! Great steak night! My recommendations for orders for great flavour: Medium Rib-Eye 9.5/10 - top choice! Medium Lamb rump (ask for rosemary sprinkle)! Medium Sirloin! The wine selection is broad and delivers too! My wine recommendation is in the pictures. What could improve the atmosphere may be the introduction of screens or other visuals on the walls.

Absolutely fantastic food, atmosphere and service. Would highly recommend

Unreal steak, cooked to perfection!! Had the prime rib to share, sweet potato, fries, bone marrow and the chilli bernaise - couldn't recommend more. Lamb chops were amazing as well! Great service and atmosphere!

Had dinner at the bar, amazing food, great service. Special shout out to Dan, he was excellent

It took over 40 minutes for the food to arrive, and both the burger and the steak sandwich were extremely salty and we had to drink a lot of water to rehydrate. The steak sandwich was tasty but lacked enough meat; it was mostly bread.

A very good steak sandwich of excellent quality, it was delicious. It made a change to hear a good playlist and the waitress was very knowledgeable.

The gravy.......... Dog friendly too

Good food/drink and friendly service. Unfortunately it was a bit noisy in the restaurant, so 1 star deducted. Still recommended.

I went without a reservation and had to wait for 30 minutes to eat. I ordered it with pork and it tasted better than I expected.

Absolutely brilliant sunday roast, even at 8pm, walk-ins welcome. Service was equally brilliant, can‘t recommend enough!

Blacklock is incredible value for an even more incredible meal! Their cheesecake is divine, so much so that I went back weeks later and asked for a portion to go… the employee today who served me absolutely made my day! (Especially on a day where you’re getting a just portion of cheesecake takeaway)

4.5/5 750 prime rib was amazing. Probably only need 600-650 for 2 pax. Beef battered chips are must have. Broccoli salad was a perfect refreshing complement to the beef Chop sauce was tasty but maybe a bit too salty especially given that the steak is already salty by itself. Will try a sweeter / lighter sauce next time

Great food (Chops) and the bill was cheaper than expected which was a nice surprise.

Absolutely brilliant, been meaning to come here fore sometime. Last weekend I called at short notice and they managed to fit me in me in as long as I sat at the bar. Perfect two mates out that's all we needed. I had the Ribs to start and the ribeye for main. Everything was just spot on, juicy Ribs and a succulent steak. Fries were awesome too. With beers and wine it was great value at less than £60 per head. Normally go to the Hawksmoor but I'm glad I finally got the chanel to dine here. Thanks to the team too, very informative, good advice and we were well looked after, can't wait to return again soon. Hopefully for that famous Sunday roast.

Just delicious and great service. We did the all in and were very happy with the quality and quantity of food.

A nice restaurant with very good meat and with fantastic prices. When I was there, there were 11 of us, so a big party, this unfortunately meant that it took quite a long time for us to get the food, which is a shame. With a bit faster service it would have been 5/5!

I’ve eaten in Covent Garden and Canary Wharf and both experiences were great. However Shoreditch was just giving!!! That sirloin was unreal! The salt encrusted outside and the melty flesh in the middle! MATE! What a birthday treat! Sidenote: I have a ridiculous amount of food intolerances and all 3 branches accommodated me with ease. Thank you

Absolutely delicious and amazing service. Thank you to Claire and the team for everything.

Took my boyfriend here for his birthday, we really enjoyed, service was great. We couldn’t decide what to get, so got the “All In” and it was delicious - a great way to try a bit of everything! Would recommend.

An absolutely fantastic experience! The staff were exceptional—each one more attentive and welcoming than the next. The service was impressively quick, ensuring a seamless dining experience. The food? Simply delicious—every bite was a delight! The setting was both beautiful and cozy, creating the perfect atmosphere for a relaxed and enjoyable meal. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for great food, excellent service, and a warm ambiance. Can’t wait to return!

Difficult to grab a table and misleading indications by management in terms of timing when walk in. Suggest to reserve always

Super friendly staff, steaks were just right and the atmosphere is very cool and light. Will definitely come back

Such a fantastic restaurant. I've been to this one and the one in Covent Garden. The food is amazing and great value but it's the staff that really stand out. So friendly and they're their to make sure you have a great time. Can't wait until my next visit!

Had been trying to get in for a roast for months. Just by luck called up and got on the wait list with lovely Matt who was super helpful. Managed to get booked in last minute for 8pm. Amazing roast, lovely atmosphere and the servers were lovely and fun. A really nice experience. I Can’t wait to go back :)

Amazing service from Marta who was very attentive and made my Portuguese family feel welcome. The food was top standard worth every penny. I’ll definitely be back 😁

The best Sunday roast around. The produce is quality, beef tender, flavourful and the gravy is top class. Great atmosphere, brilliant staff and it’s always consistent. Slightly pricey but it’s worth it. Also has a fantastic drinks menu.

First time going to Blacklock (I’ve wanted to go for a while) and I was not disappointed. I was with 3 friends for a post-birthday dinner and ordered the Blacklock fillet which was cooked to perfection and tasted incredible. The gravy is also out of this world! We had starters, mains, desserts and lots of drinks, all of which were faultless. The service was also wonderful. I can’t remember the ladies name but she was so pleasant, funny and attentive. Thanks Blacklock I’ll definitely be back! :)

This is our favourite place to eat steak in the city. Every time it’s delicious, the starters, steak, sides and pudding are exceptional. I would recommend this place to anyone visiting the city. We had our first date here years ago and have been back multiple times a year and will continue to do so. Staff are always friendly and full of laughs.

My girlfriend and I had a great dinner and experience here thanks to the lovely and attentive service given by the staff, especially from Claire who made sure our waters were always filled and did a fantastic job paying attention to our table. The food here was also amazing! We both had the blacklock fillet steak with beef dripping chips and they were both very delicious, especially paired with the chop sauce and blacklock gravy. We also shared the tasty white chocolate cheesecake together and savoured every single bite. Would definitely recommend coming to check this restaurant out!

The beef dripping chips and the cheesecake are an absolute must! Felix was fantastic, professional and just a superstar - we are very grateful for his good vibes and attentiveness on what was an incredibly busy night. Thank you!

Always a great meal at Blacklock Shoreditch! Staff are friendly, cocktails are tasty and the food is superb! I've eaten at this restaurant on probably 20 occasions and have never had a bad meal; and that's not easy to pull off so well done Blacklock!

This was our second time there and they had us sitting there for over 20 minutes with 3 waiters standing around and the original one that was serving us, nowhere to be found. We made eye contact with 2 of them, and they still didn't come to our table to help. We had to get up and ask someone in the corner for help and all of a sudden, they came to clean up the table, dropped the bill, and walked away when we wanted dessert. It's disgusting I basically paid a restaurant to blatantly disrespect me. Never going again.

I Booked Blacklock off the back of the recommendation that it was in the top 3 Sunday roasts London had to offer, and I must say it didn’t disappoint. We went for the “all in” option and received masses of food and unlimited gravy, all of which was excellent. A massive thank you to our host Jasmin who provided us with great service!!

First of all, it's really noisy, the lamb smells bad, and the desserts are better than the steaks. And they specified a tip and charged 12.5% ​​of the price of the food. We only tipped 20,000 won...

Amazing steak house in central london. The quality of meat is top notch but also comes with the price. They have ample seating but arrive early as they take time. Do try the cheesecake at the end it was better than most other cheesecakes from a pastry shop. Also tasty cocktails. Booking recommend in advance

Took my boyfriend for his 41st birthday! Claire our server was wonderful, wine was amazing on tap - and sharing platter was perfect for us. She even gave us a little treat at the end to celebrate my man's bday - cherry lemoncello was amazing

We love this restaurant the staff are friendly the food is amazing the atmosphere is great and the cheesecake is so yummy. Felixstowe was especially helpful to us making sure we were well looked after and had a brilliant meal with all the trimmings including the crackling!

Average Steak. It's very noisy inside with terrible 90s chart music blaring out of the speakers. The service was, however, excellent, and the staff are excellent.

Went for the Sunday roast. Had the all in for £27pp (all 3 meats : beef, lamb and pork) and also the four cheese cauliflower.All was so tasty 10/10! Worth the hype! They also have complimentary sparkling filtered water.

I actually think all positive reviews are bots. One of the most underwhelming and average meals I have ever had in a restaurant. Meat was so average it hurts, nothing had flavor at all, and the terrible radio music hits makes it not feel like a classy chophouse. I think this place is a proper tourist trap. I would avoid, I love meat and I regretted spending money here. The staff was quite lovely.

10/10 from service to food, amazing evening thank you to James + Felix

The "All in" roast was delicious, would definitely come back for more. The service was pretty fast, and the atmosphere was nice. It didn't completely blow my mind but overall it was a good experience

A big group of 13 people for a Monday night, this restaurant did not disappoint. They went above and beyond for our group. The table were predominantly meat eaters, we had 2 veggies, and our lovely server went next door to get chips for them as the chips on site are cooked in beef fat. Everyone was so polite and we all had a fabulous time, thank you so so much

Outstanding restaurant. Amazing food, lovely staff, great atmosphere. Highly recommend.

Delicious food and drink, reasonable price. I ordered the All In, and the portion was great, with a rich, meaty aroma—very satisfying. The appetizers were a mix of hits and misses, but the combination was quite interesting. The beer was also pretty good.

Ottimo ristorante di carne in Shoredicht. Servizio cortese e attento. Carne ottima. Prezzo giusto per essere a Londra. Consigliato

There isn’t a better dining experience in London then Blacklock, it’s uniquely exceptional and the only of its kind, unmatched. From the industrial warehouse aesthetics to the lively atmosphere. It’s unpretentious, warm and welcoming. Modern yet cosy, it feels like home. The staff are exemplary familiar yet professional. Knowledgable and authentic and they are passionate about what they do. They are an amazing team and it shines through in all that they do. The food is of the highest order it’s sustainably sourced and it’s something they are also passionate about and this passion and love is transferred to the plate all of which without exception are flawless as is the experience as a whole. To the wonderful woman with the red hair who’s name I’m embarrassed I can’t recall thank you for the ultimate dining experience and making our pre Christmas meal one to remember. Your presence was such a gift to us, you went above and beyond, you gave us a wonderful dining experience, and most importantly wonderful memories that we will not forget. Thank you so much.

Visited the restaurant on the 23rd December, served by Pepe. He was excellent, made us feel very welcome and helped us (and our 2 dogs) in selecting from the menu. The food and drinks served were outstanding, great value and would highly recommend.

I ordered the Beef rump and it was perfect to eat alone. I had the white chocolate cake for dessert, and you must try it. It tastes like Damn It Holy.💀 Be sure to try the white chocolate cake.👍🏿👍🏼👍 Nearby, 200 meters away, there is a famous mural by the artist Banksy.

Excellent steak selection and the beef dripping chips and gravy are a must on the side (crispiest fluffiest chips I’ve had). Would recommend for a perfectly cooked steak every time.