Miller & Carter steakhouses are famous for serving only the finest cuts of the very best beef - and rightly so. Meticulously sourced from hand-picked West Country farms, the steak that makes it to your plate is as succulent, tender and flavoursome as possible, having been prepared first by the master butcher and then cooked by a skilled hand. Miller & Carter's The Bull in Wheathampstead upholds this tradition of quality, offering a relaxing and authentic steakhouse experience.
The Bull's 500-year-old home can be found in the heart of the village and is popular with both locals and those from the surrounding villages and towns. Its period exterior gives way to a modern and spacious interior; contemporary art adorns the walls and leather banquette seating beckons. But the focus here is very much on the food, with the excellent ingredients taking centre stage. Having enjoyed classic French onion soup or a sharing antipasti board to start, move on to the tempting selection of steaks. All steaks are served with a slice of secret-recipe onion loaf, parsley butter, either seasoned fries or a jacket potato, plus their signature iceberg wedge smothered in your choice of topping. Premium steaks are aged on the bone for 28 days to achieve the best possible flavour, so whether you choose the 16oz Chateaubriand to share, or the premium mixed grill - featuring a 4oz sirloin, 5oz gammon, lamb cutlet and chicken breast - your chosen dish will be delicious and cooked to perfection. Alternatives to the fabulous steak options include tuna with Asian greens or grilled chicken breast served with herb mashed potatoes, fresh buttered baby spinach and parsley butter, meaning that there is something here to suit all tastes. If popping in for a casual lunch, take advantage of the great daytime fixed price menu: one course is just £6.95 from noon until 6.30pm Monday to Thursday, and until 5pm on Fridays and Saturdays. With M&C's legendary Chocolate Indulgence to finish, your classic steakhouse experience will be complete. For unbeatable food and a great atmosphere, I wholeheartedly recommend The Bull in Wheathampstead.