ONE of Scotland’s renowned steak restaurants is celebrating being recognised as one of the world’s best yet again.
A list of the world’s 101 best steak restaurants has been published annually by the London-based Uppercut Media since 2019.
Once again, Glasgow’s Porter & Rye is the only Scottish restaurant to make the cut, coming in at number 82.
Judges commented: “Nestled in the heart of Glasgow’s Finnieston neighbourhood, Porter & Rye is a haven for steak aficionados and lovers of fine dining alike.
“This stylish establishment seamlessly blends contemporary chic with traditional warmth, offering an inviting atmosphere where guests can indulge in exceptional cuisine and impeccable service.
“At the heart of Porter & Rye’s menu is a selection of in-house dry-aged premium cuts of beef, selected by John Gilmour butchers expertly aged for maximum flavour and tenderness.
“From the succulent ribeye to the flavourful Porterhouse, each steak is cooked to perfection over an open flame, imparting a delicious smoky char that enhances its natural richness.”
Marking the arrival of a bright red plaque that recognises the achievement, Porter & Rye took to social media to celebrate, saying: “There are only two of these plaques in Scotland and they are both on our door.
“We’re over the moon to be listed again, thank you so much @worldbeststeakrestaurants.”
The highest ranking restaurant for the UK and Ireland in this year’s list was Cut in London at number 10, followed by Hawksmoor at number 12.
The top spot was given to Parilla Don Julio in Buenos Aires for the second year running.
Judges added: “This year’s evaluation covered over 850 steak restaurants worldwide, reflecting notable improvements in meat quality, cooking methods and customer service.
“The rise of European steakhouses, with their innovative aging techniques and ‘farm to fork’ concepts, has been particularly prominent, challenging the traditional dominance of classic American steak establishments from former years.”
