
Sagardi
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About Sagardi
Sagardi is a Basque restaurant on Curtain Rd in London, built around a butcher's shop and charcoal grill that turns out txuleton, a Basque-style steak. The room takes walk-ins rather than reservations, and it opens daily. Meals start with a complimentary plate of olives, sardines and green chillies, and the counter staff walk guests through the meat and menu, including wine pairing guidance. Recurring starters include a cod omelette with a runny texture and Ibérico ham croquetas. A tasting menu runs alongside the à la carte for those who prefer a set sequence, and on Sundays the txuleton appears as a fixed-price roast. Dessert brings a warm Basque cheesecake with a soft, custard-like center rather than the firmer New York style. The format keeps the focus on the grill and the meat selection at the counter.
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention txuleton steak, basque cheesecake, ibérico ham croquetas and tuna tartare.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention txuleton steak, basque cheesecake, ibérico ham croquetas and tuna tartare.
Customer Review Summary
The txuleton steak draws the most praise, with diners describing it as tender, smoky from the charcoal grill, and seasoned with sea salt, and several single out the dry-aging process behind it. Close behind, the Ibérico ham croquetas and red tuna tartare are repeatedly called standouts, and the warm Basque cheesecake wins over even those who expected something sweeter, with one describing it as smooth and creamy. Diners also mention the cod omelette, wedges, and Swiss chard gratin favorably, and one server is repeatedly praised for guiding guests through the meat and wine and surprising a birthday couple with macarons and a candle. A recurring counterpoint concerns value: one reviewer found the txuleton "just ok" and inconsistently seasoned, and another calls the pricing "ridiculously overpriced," saying the wine ordered full bodied arrived light and that they felt they "got scammed" relative to the food received. Reviewers note reservations can be worth arranging, and one describes a Saturday night that was surprisingly quiet despite a busier first visit.
Customer Review Summary
The txuleton steak draws the most praise, with diners describing it as tender, smoky from the charcoal grill, and seasoned with sea salt, and several single out the dry-aging process behind it. Close behind, the Ibérico ham croquetas and red tuna tartare are repeatedly called standouts, and the warm Basque cheesecake wins over even those who expected something sweeter, with one describing it as smooth and creamy. Diners also mention the cod omelette, wedges, and Swiss chard gratin favorably, and one server is repeatedly praised for guiding guests through the meat and wine and surprising a birthday couple with macarons and a candle. A recurring counterpoint concerns value: one reviewer found the txuleton "just ok" and inconsistently seasoned, and another calls the pricing "ridiculously overpriced," saying the wine ordered full bodied arrived light and that they felt they "got scammed" relative to the food received. Reviewers note reservations can be worth arranging, and one describes a Saturday night that was surprisingly quiet despite a busier first visit.
Featured reviews
- Kayu Ng
“We had the Txuleton last night and it was absolutely delicious! If you love authentic Basque-style steak, this is the place to go.They grill the meat right over the charcoal, and you can really taste that deep, distinct smoky flavor. The steak was perfectly seasoned with sea salt, incredibly tender, and had that amazing crust on the outside while staying perfectly juicy inside.”
- Walter Sozio
“Masterfully welcomed by Pedro, who with his tremendous storytelling ability, extreme professionalism, and warm smile guided us through a splendid culinary journey. The kitchen offered us sublime traditional dishes, and the grill made us dream with some of the best meat we've ever tasted. Atmosphere, service, and food worthy of top marks.”
- SHARON BONE
“Went there last weekend and everything was amazing! The cod omelet and the steak were absolutely delicious. We also got to learn about the dry-aging process, and it was really interesting. You can definitely taste the difference,the steak had such a deep, rich flavor. I honestly can't remember the last time I had meat that tasted that good! The cheesecake was also incredible; super smooth, creamy, and delicious. Can't wait for our next dinner there. Highly recommend!”
- Luis MacGo
“The BEST SUNDAY ROAST IN LONDON!! Chuleton SundayRoast!! £35 fixed price per person!!! Amazing people and top service, with best quality!!! Make sure you book in advance 🥩🍷!!!”
- Favian Villamizar
“I dont even know where to start. Im a steak lover, and I just entered steak heaven. But not just the steak — which was one of the very best I’ve had in my life. Starting with the staff: amazing people with amazing energy from the moment we walked in. We ordered the red tuna tartar, and it was hands down the best we’ve ever had. The Ibérico ham croquetas… you MUST try those!!! And the morcilla 🌟🤩 yessss. Then came the Galician premium beef, cooked al punto, from grass-fed cows from Northern Europe. Absolutely incredible. The asparagus were some of the freshest we’ve ever tried — they even come from their own garden. The mashed potatoes were delicious too. For dessert, you HAVE to try the warm Basque cheesecake… truly to die for. Out of all the places we tried during our honeymoon through London, Paris, and Tenerife, this place gets 5 stars from us.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
“Traditional Basque food and drink served up in a casual, no-nonsense space with a butcher’s shop.”
- ReservationsWalk-in only
Location
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sagardi | 4.52,194 | — | — | txuleton steak, basque cheesecake, ibérico ham croquetas |
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