Porterhouse by Barlows
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About Porterhouse by Barlows
Porterhouse by Barlows is a bistro and steakhouse at 174 Forest Rd in Nottingham, serving steaks sourced from a local butcher that has won multiple awards. The menu offers a big choice of steaks, including a 10oz cut and the Jurassic steak, cooked as ordered and served with chips and crispy sides. Other meats and a vegetarian option sit alongside the steaks, and the food is homemade. Desserts include tiramisu and fruit crumble. The bistro opens Wednesday to Sunday and is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention perfectly cooked steaks, steak night, crunchy chips and tiramisu.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention perfectly cooked steaks, steak night, crunchy chips and tiramisu.
Customer Review Summary
Diners return to Porterhouse above all for steaks cooked as ordered, with several calling it the best steak they have had. The Jurassic steak and a 10oz cut are among those named. Steak night draws praise for a big choice of steaks, plus other meats and a vegetarian option, with well seasoned food and crunchy chips alongside. Desserts come up close behind, notably tiramisu and fruit crumble, and one reviewer calls a dessert worth saving room for. Staff are repeatedly described as friendly and attentive, and several mention a classy, cozy, stylish room that suits a date night or a New Year's Eve meal. One reviewer suggests booking on Fridays and Saturdays and getting a table downstairs. The only complaint comes from a single reviewer, whose first steak arrived not as ordered. Once they mentioned it, they say, new steaks were prepared extremely fast.
Customer Review Summary
Diners return to Porterhouse above all for steaks cooked as ordered, with several calling it the best steak they have had. The Jurassic steak and a 10oz cut are among those named. Steak night draws praise for a big choice of steaks, plus other meats and a vegetarian option, with well seasoned food and crunchy chips alongside. Desserts come up close behind, notably tiramisu and fruit crumble, and one reviewer calls a dessert worth saving room for. Staff are repeatedly described as friendly and attentive, and several mention a classy, cozy, stylish room that suits a date night or a New Year's Eve meal. One reviewer suggests booking on Fridays and Saturdays and getting a table downstairs. The only complaint comes from a single reviewer, whose first steak arrived not as ordered. Once they mentioned it, they say, new steaks were prepared extremely fast.
Featured reviews
- Kay Foster
“Absolutely amazing place! Best steak I've ever had. Well presented, beautifully cooked, staff very attentive and atmosphere was great, can't wait to bring friends next time.”
- Rob Carlin
“Initially the first steak wasn’t perfect, however it’s how you deal with issues that matter. We politely mentioned the steak wasn’t as we ordered and immediately Porterhouse resolved it, they prepared new steaks extremely fast and professionally. I wouldn’t have left a review if it wasn’t for their service levels in resolving our initial issue. Thank you”
- Tony Bailey
“Excellent, it was our first time here last night and we will be back, the steak was to die for. Loved the atmosphere and great service.”
- Mark S
“The best steak I’ve had in years. The entire meal was gorgeous and incredibly tasty. Jurassic steak followed by Fruit crumble. The restaurant is classy. The staff friendly. What’s not to like?”
- Simon Marshall
“I have probably overdone it on the protein for the last two nights! But why not - beautifully cooked steaks (and a decent 10oz as well) cooked to perfection. Just about squeezed in a delicious Tiramisu. Family run, friendly, great staff, good value wines. Would recommend booking on Fridays and Saturdays and getting table downstairs. Perfect end to a couple of days of golfing heaven. Thank you so much.”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
“High-quality, homemade food in the heart of Nottinghamshire. Porterhouse by Barlows is a premium steakhouse serving the highest quality steaks from a multi-award winning, local butcher”
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible seating · Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Amenities
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Location
Restaurants near Porterhouse by Barlows
- Brinsley Lodge4.11,5753.8 mi
large portions, friday steak night, mixed grill
- NG Kitchens4.2654 mi
lemon chicken, sweet and sour chicken cantonese, egg fried rice
- Barracuda Mansfield4.65904.5 miOutdoor seatingWheelchair accessibleGood for kids
cod and chips, mini cod meal, large portion sizes
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Porterhouse by Barlows | 4.7809 | — | perfectly cooked steaks, steak night, crunchy chips |
| Brinsley Lodge | 4.11,575 | 3.8 mi | large portions, friday steak night, mixed grill |
| NG Kitchens | 4.265 | 4 mi | lemon chicken, sweet and sour chicken cantonese, egg fried rice |
| Barracuda MansfieldOutdoor seating · Wheelchair accessible · Good for kids | 4.6590 | 4.5 mi | cod and chips, mini cod meal, large portion sizes |
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