Grand Hyatt Steakhouse, named after the 5-star hotel it is nestled in, is a traditional steakhouse that simultaneously exudes a fine sense of decorum. Dim lighting, various art works/pieces, and long corridors opening into different dining areas, the restaurant glows with life and is designed to disorient you, making you feel like you are dining in a Medieval-times dungeon! Among the hotel restaurants, Grand Hyatt Steakhouse was an upmarket venue that offered a rare, unique and fun dining experience for our Christmas dinner this year!
Primarily known for serving steaks, Grand Hyatt Steakhouse is also famous for its selection of meticulously prepared appetizers and desserts using only the freshest ingredients. Reservations at the restaurant might not be exactly "customer-friendly", as bookings are divided into two periods: one starts from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and the other from 8:45 p.m. and we opted for the latter one.
The entrance of the restaurant might be a bit difficult to look for as Grand Hyatt hosts many restaurants within the building, but the service was mostly friendly, responsive and enthusiastic (often recommending what their favourites were). Particularly when they agreed to offer a complimentary polaroid photo service for us! A dinner typically costs around $600 - $800 per head (without drinks), but the plush dining experience will be able to justify the hefty price tag.
(1) The Seared Maryland Crab Cakes ($280) which was served with sauce remoulade was a must-have winning appetizer! Deliciously warm and crispy on the outside, these beautifully presented crab cakes had a texture that was near impossible to find elsewhere. Once cut open, the wonderfully fine and delicate strands of crab meat made it difficult for us not to stuff ourselves with them!
(2) We decided to share a Rib Eye 14 oz/400 g ($390) and we ordered it to be done medium-rare. The gorgeously cooked rib eye completely lifted our spirits further. The texture of the meat was exquisitely tender, fresh and juicy, and was done perfectly beyond reproach. The waiter also kindly introduced us to various kinds of mustards to go with the beef, adding extra adoring flavours to the dish (C's favourite was the one with Cognac!).
(3) The Grilled Chilean Sea Bass ($260) D ordered was served with roasted tomato coulis and it had a wonderful, delightfully light taste that complemented the beef nicely. However, as a standalone dish, it could use some light seasoning that would better accentuate the fish's naturally beautiful taste. Having said that, the sea bass was beautifully fresh and delicate.
(4) We ordered Thrice Cooked Duck Fat Potato Fries ($95) as a side, and it was absolutely mouthwatering. But we found it to be a bit expensive for its portion, and we were unable to tell the difference between the duck fat potato and simply potato fries.
(5) As a dessert, we ordered the Washington Apple Crumble ($95 for one) served with vanilla soft ice cream. The waiter highly recommended this dish to us and stated this was his favourite. The apple crumble was definitely tasty but not as mind-blowing as the ice cream! The ice cream was so light, airy and refined that we couldn't help but wanting more.
Overall remarks: Grand Hyatt Steakhouse glowed with its refined and sophisticated ambience, its earnest and assuring service, and its delicious and thrilling dishes which did not allow any failure to live up to its status and name as a "Steakhouse". Although the restaurant is a bit on the expensive side and bookings could be improved, Grand Hyatt Steakhouse is an elegant restaurant hiding in a beautiful dungeon that is worth your discovering!
Food: ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Ambience: ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Service: ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
INFO
The entrance of the restaurant might be a bit difficult to look for as Grand Hyatt hosts many restaurants within the building, but the service was mostly friendly, responsive and enthusiastic (often recommending what their favourites were). Particularly when they agreed to offer a complimentary polaroid photo service for us! A dinner typically costs around $600 - $800 per head (without drinks), but the plush dining experience will be able to justify the hefty price tag.
(1) The Seared Maryland Crab Cakes ($280) which was served with sauce remoulade was a must-have winning appetizer! Deliciously warm and crispy on the outside, these beautifully presented crab cakes had a texture that was near impossible to find elsewhere. Once cut open, the wonderfully fine and delicate strands of crab meat made it difficult for us not to stuff ourselves with them!
(2) We decided to share a Rib Eye 14 oz/400 g ($390) and we ordered it to be done medium-rare. The gorgeously cooked rib eye completely lifted our spirits further. The texture of the meat was exquisitely tender, fresh and juicy, and was done perfectly beyond reproach. The waiter also kindly introduced us to various kinds of mustards to go with the beef, adding extra adoring flavours to the dish (C's favourite was the one with Cognac!).
(3) The Grilled Chilean Sea Bass ($260) D ordered was served with roasted tomato coulis and it had a wonderful, delightfully light taste that complemented the beef nicely. However, as a standalone dish, it could use some light seasoning that would better accentuate the fish's naturally beautiful taste. Having said that, the sea bass was beautifully fresh and delicate.
(4) We ordered Thrice Cooked Duck Fat Potato Fries ($95) as a side, and it was absolutely mouthwatering. But we found it to be a bit expensive for its portion, and we were unable to tell the difference between the duck fat potato and simply potato fries.
Overall remarks: Grand Hyatt Steakhouse glowed with its refined and sophisticated ambience, its earnest and assuring service, and its delicious and thrilling dishes which did not allow any failure to live up to its status and name as a "Steakhouse". Although the restaurant is a bit on the expensive side and bookings could be improved, Grand Hyatt Steakhouse is an elegant restaurant hiding in a beautiful dungeon that is worth your discovering!
Food: ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Ambience: ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Service: ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
INFO
Grand Hyatt Steakhouse (website)
2/F, Grand Hyatt Hong Kong, 1 Harbour Road, Wan Chai 灣仔港灣道1號君悅酒店2樓
Telephone: 2584 7722
2/F, Grand Hyatt Hong Kong, 1 Harbour Road, Wan Chai 灣仔港灣道1號君悅酒店2樓
Telephone: 2584 7722
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