Wetherspoon to Overhaul Menu, Cut Steaks by May

Wetherspoons, a popular pub chain, is overhauling its menu by removing steak, mixed grills, and gammon, effective May 14, due to rising meat costs and a desire to restore pre-COVID profit levels. The decision has sparked disappointment among regulars, especially with the discontinuation of the Steak Club deal. However, the company aims to introduce new menu items, including gourmet burgers like The Big Smoke, Buffalo Burger, and Cheese Meltdown, along with Korean-style chicken dishes. This change is seen as a response to both financial pressures and the need to refresh the menu with more profitable and appealing options. Despite some backlash from patrons, Wetherspoons remains confident that the new offerings will provide a diverse and value-for-money dining experience. The changes were communicated internally among staff and have been trialed in select locations since January.