[6] They had previously worked in bars and kitchens in London's East End and opened their new bar/restaurant on Commercial Street.
[7] In 2013, the founders sold a majority stake in the chain to the private equity group Graphite Capital — investors in other London businesses such as the Groucho Club and Wagamama.
"[10] Hawksmoor runs eight London restaurants, including Air Street, Borough, Guildhall, Knightsbridge, Seven Dials, Spitalfields, and Wood Wharf.
[12][13][14] Overseas, Hawksmoor has two restaurants in America, in New York City and Chicago (opening in 2024), as well as one in Dublin.
[15][16] In February 2020, Hawksmoor was recognised at the Best Companies to Work For special awards 2020 in the "Innovation in Engagement" category.