Steak & Laguiole Knives

Steak and Laguiole Knives for Restaurants

Steak and Laguiole knives need to cut cleanly. You feel it straight away when they don’t. Guests do too. So should you. These knives have firmer blades and handles that are solid as a rock.

That makes them perfect for pubs, grills and places where a good steak dinner is a staple of the menu.

You’ll find plain steak knives and some Laguiole designs here. Some will look sharper than the rest, others will feel heavier in your hand.

The choice really depends on what sort of experience you want to give when customers sit down.

I’ve seen places swap out different styles of knives and it’s amazing how it can change the whole atmosphere of the table – even if nobody ever comments on it directly.

What You’ll Find Here

We’ve got your standard every day knives as well as heavier duty ones for those swanky dining rooms where you really want to make a statement.

Blades with a serrated edge will last a lot longer, while a straight edge will feel silky smooth at first but might not keep its edge as well.

You’ll use one over the other depending on how you run your kitchen and how often you replace your stock.

Handles are a lot more important than people give them credit for. A slim handle is not much use when you’re trying to cut through a steak that’s been cooked to perfection – it can twist right out of your hand.

On the other hand a wider handle is safer and feels a lot more secure but it will take up more room in your tray.

Some buyers even take the time to put them through a few prep tests, just to see how they go when things get busy and your hands are sweaty.

Over time, even the sharpest blade will start to dull. Some places keep on top of sharpening their knives, while others just replace them.

Either way it’s a small job that gets forgotten about until it starts to cause problems.

A Small Note from a Head Chef

“We tried out some fancy new knives once. They looked the business but to be honest they just didn’t get the job done. We went back to our old faithfuls and left them alone.”

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Looking at the Rest of Your Cutlery

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do these knives stay sharp?
Well they hold their edge all right, but it depends on how often you use them.

Are they dishwasher safe?
Yes they are – just make sure to dry them to keep the handles nice and clean.

Can I buy them one at a time?
Yeah you can top up as you go, no problem.

Do guests prefer serrated or straight edges?
To be honest its pretty hard to say – serrated lasts longer and straight feels cleaner but that’s about it.

Published by Ascot Wholesale, suppliers to the UK hospitality trade since 1995.