BREAKING: Beloved restaurant chain Steak of the Art collapses into administration
Steak of the Art serve steak, seafood and other meat dishes, such as lamb and game. It is a steakhouse and art gallery concept run by a company called Groupco Ltd. The branches in Bristol and Cardiff had enticed hungry punters for some time but recently the firm has faced challenges.
And, according to documents filed at Companies House, Groupco, trading as Steak of the Art, appointed Rob Coad and Sam Talby of Undebt as joint administrators on April 9, 2025. The latest filing shows the company owed £410,347 to creditors as of March 31 last year.
It means the Cardiff branch, which had been closed recently, will no now longer reopen and it is believed the Bristol restaurant will also cease trading indefinitely. The administrators and restaurant have not responded to a request for comment from Business Live, which is our sister title.
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Stephen Bowen, a former management consultant, established the business more than one decade ago. Steak of the Art said it offers an "original, fun and entertaining" experience, including the option of Moulin Rouge-inspired private dining. The room has space for up to 20 people and is free to hire.
It also has a separate gallery, showcasing work from local and UK artists, and says it offers live music and events, including film nights and fashion show fundraisers.
The Bristol restaurant has a 4.2 rating out of five on TripAdvisor, with the last review written on April 5. Regular guests have taken to social media to express their sadness at the expected closure. One customer said: "Steak of the Art!! Gutted!" Another miffed diner commented: "Such a shame, that's the place in Bristol we went." A third complained: "Is there anything left open in the uk? Every day something else is closing."
Among the reviews on TripAdvisor for the Bristol eatery, one person praised its atmosphere and service. They wrote: "We threw a surprise birthday lunch at Steak of the Art. They were absolutely brilliant the whole way through. Really helpful with helping with the booking and sorting the private area for us. They also let us serve our own cake for dessert. The steak was absolutely delicious! And the roasts looked amazing, and I'm told were also delicious! I would highly recommend this place!!"
The average monthly number of people including directors employed by the company during the period was 38. It is not known if any jobs are at risk due to the administration or whether the company will be put up for sale. Business Live has contacted Undebt and Steak of the Art Bristol for comment.
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