HQ, in Sandton
HQ HITS JOZI
In a world of unlimited choice, it is refreshing to find a restaurant that sticks to its principles and offers one meal: a green salad of cos and butter lettuce, Grana Padana cheese and toasted pine nuts with a zingy French vinegarette followed by a perfectly grilled sirloin with a secret Café de Paris herbed butter sauce and pomme frites.
The concept is inspired by the famous European restaurant group Le Relais de Venise L’Entrecôte that has kept diners coming back for the same menu for over 50 years. Based on this tried-and-trusted formula, HQ opened its first restaurant in Heritage Square, Cape Town, over two years ago. An indication of its success is the new addition to the HQ family, situated in the trendy 24 Central in the heart of the Sandton CBD.
With such a limited menu, ingredients are key. As sirloin is the star of the meal, great effort has been taken to source superior-quality meat, complemented by the delicious herb-infused compound butter that can be topped up, along with the perfectly crisp pomme frites, throughout your meal – at no extra cost. A massive 500g sirloin option is also available, thoughtfully served in two sessions to ensure your meal does not get cold halfway through. For those with a sweet tooth, there are 10 decadent dessert options including classic crème brûlée and lemon tart.
The wine list is extensive with over 40 wines available by the glass.
Shop 2A, 24 Central, Gwen Lane, Sandton; tel 011 783 0924
