The Licensing Sub-Committee of Kensington and Chelsea Council met on Thursday 23 July 2026 to consider an application for a premises licence for Rump Steak, located at 136 Lancaster Road, W11 1QU. The committee decided to grant the licence with a number of conditions attached.

Grant of Premises Licence for Rump Steak

The Licensing Sub-Committee considered an application for a premises licence for Rump Steak, a proposed restaurant at 136 Lancaster Road, London W11 1QU. The applicant, Rump Steak Ltd, sought permission to sell alcohol for consumption on and off the premises, provide late-night refreshments, and open to the public.

The application received three representations opposing the grant of the licence, primarily from residents of Railway Mews and a property developer, Railway Mews Limited. Concerns raised included potential public nuisance from noise, litter, and anti-social behaviour, particularly related to the proposed external seating area and late-night operations. Waste management and rodent activity were also cited as existing issues in the vicinity.

During the hearing, Mr. Jack Spiegler, representing the applicant, addressed the concerns. He stated that the applicant, an existing Michelin Star restaurant operator in Notting Hill, aimed to offer a premium dining experience focused on less popular cuts of meat to promote sustainability. He assured the committee that the restaurant would not be associated with noisy or anti-social behaviour. Mr. Spiegler confirmed that the applicant would not use the rear patio for customer use and agreed to a condition prohibiting customer access to it, except in emergencies. He also agreed to a dispersal policy condition and proposed conditions regarding capacity and alcohol sales.

The committee discussed the proposed hours, which included late-night refreshment until midnight and alcohol sales until midnight, with extended hours on New Year's Eve. The objectors, represented by Mr. Payne from Licensing Lawyers, argued that the proposed hours and lack of specific conditions for the external seating area and customer dispersal were insufficient to prevent public nuisance. They highlighted the council's policy regarding outdoor seating curfews and the potential for cumulative impact from existing licensed premises in the area.

Following deliberation, the Licensing Sub-Committee decided to grant the premises licence. However, a number of conditions were attached to the licence to address the concerns raised by the objectors and promote the licensing objectives. These conditions included:

• External Seating: A condition was imposed to restrict the use of the external seating area, with specific hours to be determined.
• Dispersal Policy: A written dispersal policy was mandated to manage customer departure and minimise noise disturbance to residents.
• Capacity Limit: A condition was added to limit the overall capacity of the premises.
• New Year's Eve: The non-standard hours for New Year's Eve were granted, but with enhanced conditions, including the potential requirement for SIA-licensed door supervisors and a restriction on last admissions.
• Alcohol Sales: Conditions were agreed to ensure alcohol is served to seated customers with substantial food available, and that off-sales are in sealed containers.
• Waste Management: Conditions were imposed to ensure proper waste disposal and prevent nuisance.
• CCTV: A comprehensive CCTV system was required, with recordings to be stored for a minimum of 31 days and made available to the police upon request.
• Incident Log: An incident log was to be maintained and made available for inspection.
• Noise and Smells: Conditions were included to prevent noise and smells from causing a nuisance to neighbouring properties.
• Staff Training: All staff involved in selling alcohol were to receive regular training on the Licensing Act 2003.
• Vulnerable Patrons: A policy for the welfare and safeguarding of vulnerable patrons was to be implemented.
• Challenge 25: A 'Challenge 25' age verification policy was to be operated.

The decision to grant the licence with these conditions aimed to balance the applicant's desire to operate a restaurant with the need to protect the licensing objectives, particularly the prevention of public nuisance and the protection of children from harm.