Our Ethos
Our Ethos and Hotstones
Our Ethos
Mugshot was created with a simple idea in mind.
Great food, a welcoming atmosphere, and an experience that feels different from the ordinary.
As a family-run independent restaurant, we believe in being hands-on with everything we do. From designing and building our spaces to developing our menus, every detail comes from our own team. That independence allows us to focus on what really matters. Quality, consistency and genuine hospitality.
“We just built the restaurant we wanted to go to.”
The Experience
Why Hot Stone Dining?
Cooked Exactly How You Like It
Steak is personal. Serving our cuts on sizzling stones lets you cook each bite exactly how you like it, or try something new without committing to the whole steak. Every piece stays hot, fresh and perfectly suited to your taste.
Better Flavour, Better Quality
Cooking small pieces at a time locks in flavour and tenderness, so you enjoy your steak at its best from the first bite to the last. It is not about novelty. It is about doing steak properly.
An Experience Worth Sharing
The sound, the aroma and the interaction at the table turn a meal into something memorable. It encourages conversation, sharing and a more relaxed pace of dining. Exactly what eating out should be about.
The Method
About Our Hot Stone Dining
We receive fresh beef deliveries daily and keep minimal stock on site to ensure quality and freshness.
All steaks are lightly seasoned, seared and brought to temperature before serving. The hot stone simply allows you to finish them to your preference, keeping every bite hot throughout your meal.
Our stones are made from natural lava rock and heated to around 400°C. They remain extremely hot, so please avoid touching the surface.
Hot stone dining is optional, but it is what we are known for, and our team will guide you through everything before you begin.
Watch & Learn
How To Hotstone
Check out our short video to learn how to make the most of our hot stones!