Flat Iron Covent Garden in City of London, Westminster

Visited for lunch with a friend on a Friday afternoon. We’d not booked but were seated straight away by very friendly and welcoming staff. The concept is great - the menu has a small number of options. You order steak and choose some sides to accompany it. You then get to have a surprise ice cream as you leave for pud! All absolutely delicious and great value for money. Service was efficient and relaxed. The atmosphere/vibe was lovely. I will definitely be back next time I’m in London. Thanks so much.

Nice food, reasonable price, and excellent gelato at the end. Went there with a colleague without a booking, we were seated after 10 min at the bar. Service was friendly and speedy.

I am so disappointed on this occasion since is not my first time visit flat iron but it is my first time in this location and it’s so sad that we had to wait for our table for more than 30 min once we were called in apparently someone else took our reservation but the young lady at the host completely ignored my partener when he asked about our table , after all of this our waiter decides that he has time to brush the floor and talk to his colleagues rather then coming and at least say hi , I’m sorry I didn’t get his name but he has a face piercing….. the food was AMAZING as usual is just the the service was not the best

Amazing food - especially the steak. Friendly service - written by my 11 yr old!! Simple menu and perfect for family and introducing your kids to steak.

The food was really good but the customer service experience was terrible. My hair caught on fire due to a lit candle in the ice cream counter and the employee at the counter offered me no assistance and just pulled the lit candles towards her (they were right at the edge of the counter, were people queue). We spoke with 3 different employees and no form of compensation was offered and I was told “this happens sometimes”. Measures should have been taken the first time someone’s hair caught on fire, there should’ve been no second time.

We came here for dinner before going to the theatre and had a great time. The food was absolutely delicious and very reasonably priced. The complimentary popcorn and ice cream after the meal were nice touches. The speed of service was excellent and our server Jhuliana was lovely - very friendly and attentive. Will definitely return!

Situato nel cuore di Covent Garden è il locale giusto per passare una serata piacevole. Ci siamo stati due volte in quattro giorni di vacanze ed entrambe le volte siamo stati benissimo ed abbiamo mangiato dell'ottima carne. Personale giovane e preparato. Prezzi bassi rispetto agli standard londinesi con omaggio finale di un buonissimo gelato. Sorprendente la precisione nel rispettare l'ora ed il minuto della prenotazione, sintomo di una perfetta organizzazione. Tra i pochi ristoranti ad accettare il pagamento cash. Da tornarci sempre!

Amei o local. Logo na entrada somos recepcionados com pipoca. Os cortes de carne são impecáveis. De sobremesa ganhamos uma casquinha de sorvete maravilhosa. Local muito bonito, até o banheiro é um show à parte.

Flat iron is always worth a visit - we visited at 12 when it opened and the queue was down the street. We visited another before but we felt this Covent Garden one was nicer. One of us had the steak, one had the truffle burger, then we had chips, aubergine, tomatoes. All brilliant.

At the Waterloo branch.. great food, well priced.! Love a paired down menu. Son thinks anywhere that gives out popcorn and ice cream as magical. The 3 cheese truffle burger is a glorious sloppy mess. Shout out to Chris - he ran down the road after us when we left our bag!

Exceeded all expectations We went here at shortish notice and it was fantastic, steak exceptional with great sides. Complimentary ice cream as you leave.

Came here with my family for lunch/dinner and OMFG. The steak is gorgeous and so are the sides- Our food disappeared in three minutes XD the atmosphere was amazing, so chill and relaxed, and the decoration is BEAUTIFUL. 6/5 stars!!

Brilliant food and service I was so surprised that it lived up to the Tik Tok hype…we were seated very quickly and all the staff are very happy and smiling…the food was really well seasoned and the Wagyue steak was melt in the mouth (but not cheap at £22) …the truffled macaroni cheese is nice…they gave us a free ice cream at the end which was class…I can’t fault the place…

the food is really tasty and high quality. the staff is really kind and caring. The best thing is that they offer you a free ice cream when u finished the meal! definitely worth the hype!

The place is beautiful. The steaks are amazing. We had the normal menu steak and the special of the day waygu picanha.. Just amazing. Everyone working here is lovey and friendly. We were immediately seated and it was a great pre theatre dinner. Sides are super tasty and prices are just amazingly fair for the area. Our server Lauma was simply too lovely, shout out to her!! Well done Flat Iron! 👏

What a wonderful value and great flavors! We had an early dinner yesterday and ordered the house steak with Bernaise sauce and creamed spinach. It arrived promptly, steaming hot and cooked perfectly. A “charming” end to dinner: with your bill comes a charm shaped like a meat cleaver which you redeem on your way out for an absolutely delicious soft serve cone!

We are here before a theater show. Staff is unfriendly and does not seem to care if your meal is good. My steak was very undercooked. After sending it back, they returned the same piece of meat looking like it had been microwaved. Server never asked how meal was. Sauces not good and unnecessary. Sides just okay. Probably better places in London

I went here for lunch with a friend, had steak, chips and a glass of Malbec! Good service even when busy you have plenty of time to relax and enjoy your meal! Melt in your mouth steak! Great place to go for lunch, dinner, evening meal!! Will defo come again!

Didn’t even read the reviews for this place before coming, just stumbled upon here after walking around Covent Gardens. For the price, the steak is outrageously good. Wagyu was very tender. Sides are super great too, the bone marrow mash was so unique and super tasty! Highly recommend this one.

Went for a friend's 50th birthday and was blown away by the service and food. On arrival, we received a bottle of champagne to start the party. Steak was next level and the sides amazing (truffle mac and cheese....nom) Cute little token for an ice cream on exit. Felt more of an experience than a restaurant. Then finally the bill. 4 people with drinks and ice cream was a little over £100. I will definitely be back!!!

Always visit flat iron when in London, was really disappointed with the size of my flat iron steak, it was tiny and really chewy. The biggest disappointment was the homemade rose lemonade, they used to stock Fentimans which is far superior to what was served this time, it came out nicely presented but it tasted more like ginger than rose, also not carbonated either. Please bring back my favourite Fentimans rose lemonade

Chewy tough steak, really disappointing as the reviews were very good. Also had the Wagyu steak which was more tender but never near good enough.

This is a massive statement but it’s completely merited, this place is by far the best restaurant I’ve ever been to. The staff are amazing, they make you feel welcome and it’s effortless and completely unforced like some restaurants. They engage with you and have a bit of back and forth banter, also a first for me was getting a bowl of popcorn in place of bread or whatever. Then the food steak 10/10 plus the sides macaroni and I think loaded fries both amazing. Also you get these machete like knife’s that are a lot of fun on a social level for pics with friends etc. Then when you leave you get an ice cream, salted caramel I think it was that to me was just the icing on the cake. Ps I want to add I do talk like this normally or leave reviews and some things I’ve said I think are a bit cringy. But listen people need to know ….Basically yous are just great!!!

Spotted this place earlier in the day so thought we might give it a try. To be honest we forgot to book, so when we arrived and saw how busy it was (mid-week) we were expecting to be turned away. However it was only a 20 minute wait so we had a drink at the bar. We were seated downstairs and asked the waiters advice, having not visited before. We were pleasantly surprised that the food came in about 5 minutes, unlike many other places, but honestly how long does it take to cook a medium rare steak? So many places keep you waiting for so long that you have to wonder just what they are doing?? My wife had the beef dripping chips and green salad and her eyes lit up when she tried both. I tried the mash and was pleasantly surprised too. The steaks - one flat iron, one dry aged flat iron - both came cut. Not a hint of fat or gristle whatsoever, which is how we like it. I don't pay to be sat chewing forever through a fatty, gristly portion, or having to leave parts of it on the plate. I was shocked at the size of the steak I got, moreso that I finished it all, but that was down to the quality and the taste. I also recommend the IPA too. Well done, have already recommended to friends visiting next week. Would definitely visit again!

Wow can not believe the value here the best Mac and cheese ever and perfectly cooked steak and the popcorn and ice cream really unexpected , the service was great we hadn’t booked so was advised an hour wait they take your number and text you when the table is ready such a clever idea can’t wait to go back !!

Staff really friendly and chatty,didn't book and was seated straight away,meal came quickly, popcorn while waiting!! Young man serving was really friendly and nice steak,in great location!

went dor lunch with a friend. spent over £100 for bottle of wine 2 stakes and 2 sides.poor food quality. slow service. not recommended

This place is fantastic. The food is always superb, atmosphere is great, and the best service in London. We've been to Flat Iron, various different branches, maybe a dozen times, and every time it's been brilliantly consistent, with friendly, genuine, knowledgeable staff that want to take care of you. In particular, our last visit was during my partner's 50th birthday weekend, and Juan was brilliant, treated us so well and really made her evening, so thanks to him and all the team for all they do.

Excelente restaurante con servicio rápido, atento y comida deliciosa. Las cantidades no son muy grandes, pero la calidad del producto es notable. Todo muy rico. Además tienen un detalle al final de la comida respecto al postre. Sitio muy chulo.

Restaurant avec une décoration très sympa et des viandes délicieuses. Le personnel était chaleureux et accueillant. Très belle découverte !

We went to Flat Iron Covent Garden as it was a convenient meeting point. As per the usual Flat Iron experience the food was great, service spot on. We hadn't booked & when we arrived we were informed 30 minutes for a table. We were...

Food was incredible, also our Server was Nicole was amazing, such incredible customer service. She was so welcoming and made our experience so fun.

Flat Iron Covent Garden not only delights with its delectable dishes but also shines with its exceptional staff. During our visit, we were fortunate to encounter a server who went above and beyond to ensure our dining experience was unforgettable. What made it even more...

Had a really nice dinner here. We signed into the queue and then went and got a drink to wait. They texted when our table was ready. Mains and sides were delicious. Staff were friendly and it has a nice atmosphere.

I have to say I was a little disappointed. A lot of money for something fairly ordinary. It's our first time and didn't really appreciate just how basic the menu was. No starters, desserts, two steaks and beefburger. Sides like fries and spinach over £5...

We loved the food, staff were friendly and knowledgeable. An excellent restaurant. Would definitely use again and recommend to friends.

I had a wonderful experience at Flat Iron on my Birthday! As a solo traveler/diner you never know how you’re going to be received in a Restaurant.. especially in a Big City.. well Flat Iron Covent Garden went out of their way to make me...

Had a great steak and chips, good service and an ice cream to finish. I had read several reviews on this restaurant and they were all spot on. Will definitely be back when I return to London

Steak was delicious! Sides were also delicious. We felt the price was excellent for the quality of the food served and the location of the restaurant. We went here before a trip to the theatre and service was quick. Bare that in mind if you...

Nicole was a fabulous waitress and made this first time experience incredible. Very much lives up to the hype !!! The flat iron steak was very good

We had a great experience, waiting just 30 minutes on the return service system - very easy to use and nice to be able to leave and come back when the table is ready! We had fantastic food and a lovely waitress (I didn't manage...

Such a lovely atmosphere! A simple menu but what they do is divine. It swept me with the mellifluous sounds of the grill. It made me quite very loquacious and the waiters were far from cantankerous and ornery. It’s not a place for rapscallions. I...

Top tier food, brilliant environment and awesome little individual touches (you should experience for yourself) that will bring me back whenever I return to London. The staff were all fantastic, a lovely group of people even at the end of a busy night. I can’t...

La comida estaba deliciosa, súper bien situado, los camareros muy atentos, servicio rápido… Mi primera experiencia sería un 5/5 porque no que puede poner más 😂. Dese luego, muy recomendable.

Jeg må nesten beklage at jeg ikke har skrevet om Flat Iron Covent Garden før nå, for dette er et sted som fortjener all den skryt det kan få! Fra det øyeblikket du trer inn i den koselige atmosfæren, med sitt rustikke interiør og vennlige...

We came here after seeing the hype on tiktok, it did not disappoint! We got a table straight away with no wait. The menu was simple, but enough choices. The servers were friendly and attentive. The food was amazing! The mac and cheese was the best we've ever had! The steak was cooked perfectly and cut beautifully with the cleaver knives. The ice cream at the end is a lovely touch and was delicious too! We will definitely be returning on our next trip to London!

A favourite for a brief lunch when in Covent Garden. Great small steak, perfectly cooked. Love the casual ambience and it's inexpensive.

Eat Steak, as it says the luminous sign going downstairs in the restaurant. Great meat, great service, warm welcome with complimentary pop corn when they take you to your table. Great selection of different kinds of meat cut (even if something was already finished when we arrived) and the most special ending with the complimentary caramel gelato in the way out.

Si paseas por Covent Garden, acuérdate de este lugar, comida excelente, nosotros pedimos carne y estaba buenísima, el trato fue excelente, muy contentos con Juan, el detalle del helado fue inesperado y agradable, el precio acorde al lugar y a la calidad, súper recomendable.

After some shopping we decided to try out this place, i had heard so many good reviews and thought why not try. We were greeted warmly and the steak was good, although sides were cold. Our experience was completely ruined by one of the staff members, seemed to be a manger, who was completely rude and unprofessional towards us. Lovely place but Id recommend some new members of staff!!!

This is absolutley one of the best steaks i've ever had. Cooked to perfection, the chips were crunchy and warm and the mac and cheese is a 10/10. I also recommend the mac and cheese to anyone coming. My entire family enjoyed it, staff were very helpful and overall there is a warm fuzzy feeling in the establishment. Will be back.

We had been excited about coming here for a while but it was a little hit and miss We only had to wait about 80 mins for a table which was fine on a Saturday 6.30pm Put our name on the list and received a text when it was our turn 4 of us had the wagu steak and 2 of them were absolutely perfect and delicious Mine however was almost raw, I asked for medium, and it was full of clumps of jelly like fat My chips were also like warm They did change my steak for me as I said I couldn’t eat it like that , I would have liked to have been served a perfect wagu the next time round but the waiter suggested I had the flat iron steak instead as that has no fat Sadly although it was lean it was very chewy And I just didn’t enjoy it, especially as two of my family were telling me how good their steak was, and it did look great I wasn’t offered fresh chips or sauce either so by the time I had got my steak they were cold The free ice was delicious as was the passion fruit collins cocktail The restaurant has the feel of get them in and out as soon as possible Not a place to site and enjoy a relaxing meal I did feel a bit cheated overall but had I received the steaks my family did I would be writing a glowing review, it’s just a shame the meals were not consistent

Couldn't fault Flat Iron and its staff. It was a busy Wednesday lunchtime when we arrived and there was a 20 minute wait so we were invited to sit at the bar until a table became available. We had a glass of wine and a beer and were treated to some beef dripping popcorn while we waited. The table was prompt - we each had suitcases but the receptionist took them into the butchery for safekeeping while we dined which was very helpful. Loved the atmosphere, it was full of people of all ages and there was a great buzz about the place. The waiter came over with more beef dripping popcorn. He explained everything for us and made recommendations - I had the burger and my wife had the signature Flat Iron steak. The food arrived quickly and we tucked in with great gusto. I must say the beef-dripping cooked chips were so delicious - crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, I could have eaten them all day. The steak was cooked perfectly and the burger was the best one I had had in a very long time. The niche cleavers were fun to eat with and we even bought a couple to take home with us they were so outré. Then we were given two tiny cleavers which we could exchange for an ice-cream cone on the way out, which we did. We were just passing through on our way home after a few days in the City and our experience at Flat Iron rounded off a perfect stay in a perfect way.

My friends and I visited Flat Iron late in the evening on 17th February, Saturday. Upon arrival, we were initially allowed in for one drink. However, the service we received was unfriendly, and the staff seemed unwilling to accommodate our requests. One of our friends, who was celebrating her birthday, felt dehydrated and took a small sip of water from a jug behind the bar. A Staff member approached her abruptly and, despite her explanation, insisted she leave the establishment. While I understand taking water from a non-public source is inappropriate, the situation could have been handled more professionally and respectfully. Furthermore, when attempting to diffuse the situation and escort our friend out, we were surrounded by multiple staff members and physically removed from the premises. It escalated unnecessarily, and our drinks were even taken away abruptly by one of the bar lady. While we accept responsibility for our friend's initial mistake, we believe the staff's reaction and the overall way the situation was handled were unprofessional and unacceptable. We hope that Flat Iron can ensure its staff are trained to handle similar situations with more composure and understanding in the future.

Extremely pleasant experience at Flat Iron with excellent food and even better service from Nicole who really made our experience great. She was full of joy and laughter and was excellent at her job. She is a great asset to the team. Thank you to all the team for a great experience once again!

If your looking for a restaurant for the family which won’t cost a fortune this is the place to go, but make sure you book in advance The steaks, the burgers are great and the sides are so so good. Add to that the free ice cream you get to collect on your way out its winner winner. If you don’t want the ice cream you can keep your token and grab one next time your passing Can’t wait for this chain to branch out into the north of England

Amazing steak cooked to perfection, treated my elderly mother with dignity, excellent service, well worth the wait. Will most definitely go again!!

Very disappointed to pay 50£ for a junk of fat, instead of promised ,,sharing" steak. Not good at all. The portion of sauces coming in tiny ramekin with it is for laughing.

Great spot for a good meal without breaking the bank. Always want a second steak because it’s so good but I try to resist 😅 always go with my friends too. Pretty location and place to eat.

Booked in advance for a Friday lunch. Welcome was excellent. Taken to an atmospheric booth. Completely ignored from then on. Wine was cheap and good. When service arrived (after asking twice) we asked if the Sirloin was available at £20 p.p as had been the case a few months back. Answer was no - but there was a Dry Aged Sirloin for 2 to share or a Wagyu for 2 to share. Our table of 4 ordered 2 of the Wagyu. This was £52 for a Wagyu sharer (i.2 £26 each) and we ordered fries and mac n cheese. Fries and mac n cheese were excellent. Steak was tasteless. We told the waiter who showed no interest beyond saying he would "let them know". Last visit this place was fantastic and great value. This time it was neither. We wont return.

A fantastic find in Covent Garden and very reasonably priced. The menu is small but the food is outstanding, the staff have great knowledge of the steaks too - we will definitely return!

Ate here last night and the whole experience was wonderful. The guy who took our booking helpfully text us when our table was ready as we were just round the corner having a drink. Maria V who looked after us was just brilliant. So lovely and attentive. Really made us feel so welcome and in fact made our evening. Thank you.

Very friendly staff, fast service and amazing food! And overall a very nice atmosphere within the establishment. Would recommend for steak lovers.

My partner had suffered a family bereavement on the week of his birthday. I wasn’t sure if he would be up for celebrating so didn’t book anything. On the day, we decided to go for food. His favourite is wagyu steak. I searched and Flat...

Unfortunately my flat iron steak (medium rare ) was very chewy / tough to eat. But the customer service was very nice. Don’t want to make a fuss to them. The complimentary salted caramel ice cream cone was lovely.

Wow what a find, we had 2 x flat iron steaks, 1 x picana, 1 x Scottish steak all great, the mash and chips are amazing and such good prices, very happy.

Yet another visit to Flat Iron Covent Garden. All the family love it. Great food, great atmosphere, great value, and great service. What's not to like ? Can't wait to go again soon.

Great food, had the Scottish Bavette. All the food was great. Mac and Cheese was warm (not piping hot). Malbec was excellent

Flat Iron always first choice when visiting London as food is amazing. Had a rare disappointing experience last time I came but Jake the general manager was great about rectifying it and resorted all faith! Will always recommend this restaurant, Thanks again Jake!

Every year, this place is the last port of call for me and my friend after a day’s Christmas shopping. Love the food, atmosphere and simple menu style. Flat Iron never disappoints. This year was extra special. I took a tumble in the market and...

The place was full when we arrived - we didn’t book in advance - so we had to wait a bit but the staff was very friendly and efficient and we could sit at the bar and get a drink while waiting. The food is...

Great service, specially from Tashan. She was lovely the whole time, super friendly and provided great service with a smile. The gentleman that took the order and everyone we came in contact were so nice too. Our table was beautiful with lovely real plants and...

We were told Flat Iron is a must. Well, I highly recommend Flat Iron, Food was great and good value. Friendly team and great location.

If you want great steak, in a great setting, with a great atmosphere, then Flatiron doesn't disappoint. Food, service, and location were great. Myself.and my husband had medium rare flat iron steak, and it melted. Really great meal.

This place is superb for a casual or formal meal for meat lovers; a great range of home grown meat cuts and delicious sides; an open kitchen allows you to see what the staff are doing, including the delicious ice cream given as a complimentary...

Service excellent and very attentive. Food choices excellent. A great experience throughout. Bone marrow mash highly recommended

Great food and service, Connor was a great host and made Wendy's birthday very special, thoroughly recommended a visit

The food was so good we had to order a second steak! Adrian our server was very friendly and welcoming.

The waitress very sullen the steaks were Luke warm we asked for them to be redone but then our sides were cold, also the waiter who took our drinks order was rude, the bill was handed to us so quick and we split the bill...

it was lovely restaurant and great prices ONLY grib I have is no soft drinks like lemonade or cola ( normal not fancy ) love the whole time and food was amazing great prices

Worst food ever. No wonder people are giving it bad reviews. The beef was way over done and tough to chew.

Me and my wife turned up at 4pm to chance our arm that we might get in as the evening was fully booked. We were lucky and got seated, let the gorgeous gastronomic journey begin. From the Steak to the Salted caramel ice cream we...

Fantastic venue fantastic experience fantastic staff fantastic food two of us had the flat iron steak and one had Denver wagu great tender cuts of meat cooked perfectly and very tender and beef marrow mash potatoes with garlic was like potatoes on a whole new...

Great service and getting a free ice cream at the end is a real nice touch. However, you get what uou pay for . The flat iron steak is 200g and bland. It is a shoulder cut and you can see why no one ever...

I was so so impressed with the quality of the food I couldn’t recommend this restaurant more. Waiters were all so friendly especially Claudio who made our night even better. I was surprised by how reasonably priced the food was which was worth every penny,...

We visited the restaurant on a Sunday night, and it was quite busy. We had to wait for approximately 35 minutes, but it was absolutely worth it. Everything was outstanding: the steak was delicious, the sides were incredibly tasty, and the beer we tried was...

Absolutely love this place :) great food, service and wine. Steak was perfect, and the chips!! Mmmmm! Love! Thank you Flat Iron. I would definitely recommend:)

Had a very lovely steak here last night. We sat outside and got a bit wet not going to lie, but it didn’t stop the service with a smile and damn good steak and chips :)

Lovely steak and good service. Atash was so attentive, friendly and couldn’t do enough. Didn’t have to wait long for our food. Would recommend - party of 4 all enjoyed it.

Went here on recommendation from a friend. Without doubt the best steak I have had in London. I’m here a lot on business and will definitely return to flat iron.

Fantastic restaurant, I visited five years ago and loved it, brought my son here yesterday who also loved it. Quick, efficient service, staff friendly and attentive, superb.

The food wasn’t great, it came out luke warm (which is putting it politely) the mac and cheese was incredibly garlicky the fries were no better than oven chips. The staff were not accommodating. Overall I wouldn’t go back.

This was a questionable experience to say the least. We was seated outside which was no problem at all. The staff had okay manners but nothing special to make you feel like you wanted to be there. And don’t get me started on the food....

Great food, the steak was wonderfully seasoned, quick service and very reasonably priced. Will visit again.

Lovely day in London with the family and finished with a nice Dinner!! Amazing atmosphere, Steaks enjoyed by all!! Can’t wait to come again!

Omg my daughter and I had the most amazing lunch here! The best burger we have ever had and we love our burgers! Perfect amount of pickles , onions, béarnaise sauce. Then the sides truffle Mac n cheese & creamy spinach to die for… we...

I went here with my husband and we were sat at a table near West End star, Carrie H Fletcher. She was very rude, loud, and obnoxious. She made the experience horrible and we will not be going back again if awful stars are getting...

I have been going to Flat Iron since it was a little pop up concept in central London and dI am so glad it became a permanent thing, which has grown, changed (slightly) and improved ever since. It has become an absolute favourite - offers...

Grea prices for a nice cuts of steak and salad. Very tasty food, good service and great location in Covent Garden. They have other locations around town.

Great place, good atmosphere , loved the little extras such as beef dripping popcorn and icecream at the end.