If you’re searching for a premier halal steakhouse in London, Meet Bros is a must-visit, blending the best of Asian-fusion cuisine with world-class steaks.
This halal restaurant masterfully balances a meat-centric menu with sophisticated flavours, offering an experience that feels like a gastronomic paradise.
Nestled in the heart of Paddington, Meet Bros opened its doors in May 2024 and has quickly established itself as a cornerstone of London’s growing halal dining landscape.
Blending Asian and Western cuisines, Meet Bros is a steakhouse experience unlike any other.
Located in a stunning Medieval-style basement, the restaurant contrasts ancient architecture with sleek, minimalist interiors.
It offers a relaxed, refined atmosphere perfect for both intimate gatherings and grand celebrations. With its alcohol-free policy and a focus on community and inclusivity, Meet Bros has become a go-to spot for those seeking an elegant yet welcoming dining experience where the mocktails are just as exciting as the food.
The menu was a celebration of global flavours, with diners invited to select their steak cuts, sourced from premium farms worldwide, at the restaurant’s chiller station.
From ribeye to tomahawk, each piece of meat was carefully marinated in Meet Bros’ signature Asian-inspired sauces, creating a unique fusion of East meets West.
Aside from steaks, other dishes on offer include Asian-Inspired Small Plates, like Pulled Crispy Silver Hill Duck, in addition to Salads, Pizza, Pasta and Burgers.
Vegetarian and vegan options were also thoughtfully included, such as the indulgent Panko Portobello Steak, a deep-fried panko-crusted Portobello Steak Mushroom, served with silky smooth Parisian mash and Thyme
onion jus.
The name “Meet Bros” symbolises the meeting of two cultures — Asian and Western — embodied in their tantalising cuisine. It also reflects the restaurant’s mission to create a familial, inclusive dining space where everyone feels like part of the “Bros” family.
Meet Bros is one of those rare places that seems to balance the impossible: it’s unapologetically meat-centric yet sophisticated enough to make you feel like you’ve ascended into some gastronomic paradise. The experience starts with the Steak Sando, a work of art involving a perfectly cooked Australian striploin, tender yet with a satisfying bite. The truffle mayo is decadence personified, and the crispy onions provide that all-important contrast in texture. The Korean BBQ sauce is the unsung hero, balancing sweetness, smoke, and umami so well that it’s hard to resist licking your fingers.
Next came the Crispy Calamari, which, let’s be honest, can often be a disaster at lesser restaurants, but here, it’s a triumph. Each ring is coated in a spiced batter that packs just the right amount of heat, enough to tantalise without overwhelming. And the chilli aioli? Bold, punchy, and utterly addictive, it clings to the calamari like a guilty pleasure, turning what could have been a simple starter into a headliner in its own right.
Then, the pièce de résistance: Wagyu Beef Ribeye. At £100 a portion, you expect perfection — and Meet Bros delivers it in spades. They ceremoniously present the marbled beauty before it’s cooked, showing you the sheer indulgence you’re about to partake in.
Cooked medium-rare, the ribeye arrives with its intricate marbling of fat melting through the meat, like butter seeping into warm toast. It’s rich, tender, and frankly, a life-altering experience for any carnivore. The side of bone marrow sauce is nothing short of genius — a thick, gelatinous nectar that feels almost sinful in its indulgence. A beef-lover’s dream, worth every penny.
The Asian Style Guacamole experience begins tableside, where the waiter arrives with a tray of ingredients, preparing to crush the avocado right before your eyes — a true performance. The silky avocado, ripe and lush, is delicately mashed with the chilli tomato salsa and calamansi. It’s mesmerising to watch the guacamole come to life, each component melding together, creating a symphony of flavours. There’s something almost ritualistic about it, a connection between diner and dish that draws you in from the very start. Before the smashing begins, the guacamole appears pristine — a photo-worthy still life of vivid greens and reds. Post-crushing, it’s a creamy, textural masterpiece, begging to be scooped up with the crisp cassava chips. It’s a moment worth capturing, so ensure to snap a before-and-after shot of this visual transformation.
And then, we must talk about calamansi — a hybrid fruit that cleverly blends the sweet zest of a mandarin with the sharp tang of lime. Its inclusion in the guacamole is a masterstroke. The citrus notes brighten the richness of the avocado, balancing the chilli’s heat with a gentle burst of acidity. This fruit, native to Southeast Asia, has an almost magical ability to cut through the creaminess, making every bite feel fresh, vibrant, and utterly moreish. It’s a flavour profile that lingers on the palate, enhancing every other element of the dish and leaving you reaching for another cassava chip, unable to stop.
The BBQ Lamb Ribs follow, and though they had the unenviable task of appearing after the Wagyu, they hold their ground. Sticky, succulent, and pulling away from the bone with ease, these are everything ribs should be. The BBQ glaze hits that sweet spot between smoky and sweet, with just enough char to remind you that these have seen some serious grill time.
The one dish that surprised the most, however, was the Miso Aubergine. Yes, a vegetable — yet it was as much of a showstopper as any meat on the table. Charred to perfection, the aubergine is infused with the sweet and salty depth of miso, turning the humble veg into a meltingly soft umami bomb. It’s the dish that’ll make you rethink aubergine entirely.
Rounding off the meal was a helping of Creamy Spinach, which is exactly what you’d hope for — a silky side that cuts through the heavier meats with just enough richness to keep pace but without overpowering. It’s comfort food but done with elegance, the kind of dish you could eat on its own but is even better as a supporting act.
But the real intrigue comes with the Asian Style Carbonara, a dish that boldly plays with fusion and somehow, incredibly, pulls it off. At first glance, you’d think the combination of bird’s eye chilli, curry leaves, and evaporated milk couldn’t possibly coexist, but one bite and you realise it’s a masterstroke. The spaghetti is perfectly al dente, bathed in a creamy sauce that dances on the edge of sweet and spicy. The bird’s eye chilli adds an assertive kick, while the curry leaves bring a fragrant earthiness that marries shockingly well with the carbonara’s inherent richness. And then, the crispy chicken tempura — golden, light, and airy — adds a crunch that balances the silkiness of the sauce, making it feel like a complete reinvention of the Italian classic with a distinctly Asian flair. It’s comfort food, yes, but with a wickedly inventive twist.
At Meet Bros, those with a sweet tooth won’t be disappointed. The Fried Banana Fritters are a triumph of textures and flavours. The impossibly delicate threads of the kataifi wrap perfectly encases the soft, caramelised banana, with the palm sugar adding a deep, rich sweetness. Paired with the smooth vanilla bean ice cream and the satisfying crunch of candied nuts, each mouthful is an absolute delight. It’s a dessert that feels indulgent yet beautifully balanced — one you’ll want to savour until the very last bite.
The Baked Apple Filo Pastry is equally charming, offering a heartwarming blend of spiced apples and walnuts wrapped in delicate filo. The pastry’s crisp layers contrast wonderfully with the tender apples, while the vanilla custard provides a luxurious, creamy finish. It’s a dessert that feels comforting and nostalgic, yet refined — a perfect way to end a meal.
Meet Bros Asian-Fusion Halal Steakhouse is not just another London meat-centric restaurant — it’s a culinary event. Every dish feels like a well-crafted chapter in a story that celebrates food in its most indulgent form. You leave, not just satisfied, but a little bit awestruck. Book your table now to indulge in one of London’s best halal restaurants.
Meet Bros
29-31 Craven Road, London W2 3BX
020 7723 7101
www.meetbros.co.uk
