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The Devonshire is your classic London pub with a serious meat-focused pedigree. Under chef Ashley Palmer-Watts, they serve impeccable dry-aged Scottish beef, wood-fired Ibérico pork chops, and fresh seafood like creel-caught langoustines from Oban. The downstairs pub stays relaxed with a perfect pint of Guinness, while upstairs you'll find a lively grill room where flames are at the heart of the operation.
Meat-focused pub with serious grill credentials
The Devonshire has quickly become one of the most enjoyable places to eat in central London, though you'll need to book well in advance given how popular it is. The meat-focused menu is executed with real skill—think wood-fired lamb cutlets, fillet and ribeye steaks that are dry-aged on-site, and those perfectly roasted three scallops with bacon and malt vinegar. The atmosphere strikes a nice balance between a proper London pub downstairs and a more serious grill room upstairs, with staff who know their stuff and keep things relaxed.
If you're a meat lover, this is your spot. The kitchen applies simplicity and accuracy to top-quality ingredients, and the wood-fired grill is where the magic happens. Don't skip the Sunday roast—it's the only lunch menu on Sundays and absolutely worth the trip. The only downside? Getting a table can be a real challenge, so plan ahead and don't expect to just walk in.