You'd be forgiven for thinking that The Bountiful Cow in Holborn is a steak restaurant but actually, it transcends restaurant genres bringing together a steak-focused menu and pub atmosphere all in one. The vibe here is independent, through and through. A family-run business, The Bountiful Cow opened in 2005 and has long-established itself as a favourite among locals, with testimonials across the site praising the restaurant as a hidden gem with friendly service and fantastic steak.
The interiors follow the usual pub format with rustic details such as exposed brick walls, a panelled bar and deep red colour palette. It gives a sense of atmospheric tavern, but with an over-arching steak house aesthetic added in. You could sit at the bar and enjoy a drink or bed in at one of the tables for the evening; it's a great place to go with friends, colleagues or family for an informal but delicious meal.
The menu spans both lunch and dinner, starting with smaller plates such as duck rillettes served with pickled cornichon, pearl onion, orange zest and toasted bread, as well as garlic fried prawns and tomato, basil and mozarella salad. If steak isn't your thing, take a look at mains such as chicken schnitzel served with chips, as well as smoky pan fried prime rib beef with red onions, potatoes and a fried egg, and chilli prawn linguine.
For those who have come for the name, get stuck into the likes of rump, rib eye, sirloin, fillet, t-bone and more, complemented by a selection of sides such as creamed spinach, mashed potatoes, field mushrooms, tomatoe and onion salad and onion rings. Meanwhile, burgers sound filling and juicy with options like beef steak mice patties layered with bacon, cheddar, blue cheese, or egg, served with chips. Finally, desserts like Belgian apple tart or a sticky toffee pudding round things off nicely.