Goodman Restaurant is a modern, American-style steakhouse in Canary Wharf serving high-grade beef alongside premium wines. Boasting three sites in London at the time of writing, including Mayfair and the City of London, Goodman prides itself on using only the best ingredients, from its steak cuts which are sourced from all over the world to its carefully curated wine lists.
The interiors combine a retro aesthetic with modern touches. Studded leather banquets, warm wooden tones and a colour palette of chocolate browns create a warm and relaxed atmosphere, while exposed industrial pipes on the ceiling and hanging light fixtures create a contemporary feel.
The menu revolves around its premium steaks, with cuts sourced from Scotland, Japan, Australia, the USDA, the Lake District and Nebraska. Diners are invited to select their steak from a daily specials board, known as The Cut. Every day, the team of chefs check the ageing room and select the best possible cuts of beef to serve that day. This is then prepared, cut and trimmed by hand to offer diners the best quality meat possible. For maximum flavour, Goodman grills its beef over natural lumpwood charcoal at around 400 degrees.
Starters from the a la carte span Rockefeller oysters, prawn tempura with avocado, chipotle and gochujang mayo, and crab on toast with brioche, brown crab and butter sauce. While sides form a major part of the meal at Goodman, with indulgent options such as josper roasted onions, mac and cheese with truffle salsa, and triple cooked chips with parmesan.
This venture in Canary Wharf is the only restaurant to offer a Sunday roast. This includes a choice between Irish striploin (for one) or rib roast (for two) with all the trimmings.
When it comes to the drinks, its signature cocktail list features twists on classics, such as a Popcorn Old Fashioned featuring popcorn and butter infused buffalo trace, angostura bitters and toffee popcorn. While the extensive wine list includes wines by coravin, by the glass, magnums, regular bottles, and a section dedicated to wines from California.