The elegant Mayfair neighbourhood of London has a well-deserved reputation for prestige, full of upmarket shops and hotels and high-end luxury accommodations. Its dining scene is no exception. With spectacular restaurants, charming cafés, local hotspots for a fun night out and fine-dining gems, the hardest part is choosing which of the best restaurants in Mayfair to visit first.
From MICHELIN-starred international menus to tasting experiences and unique culinary adventures, there’s something for everyone. One of the most beautiful restaurants in London serves up Greco-Roman feasts under breathtaking sculptures. A local tapas haunt boasts over 140 Spanish wine labels. An Italian gem is known for fun bottomless brunches with free-flowing spritz and live music. A British icon helmed by a celebrity chef prepares Asian-inspired dishes right in front of your eyes.
Get ready for a culinary journey at the most valuable square on the Monopoly board, read on for the best restaurants in Mayfair and book your spot on OpenTable today.
Read on to discover 10 of the best restaurants in Mayfair
For one of the best London restaurants for fine dining – check out The Cocochine
The Cocochine operates under the guidance of renowned chef Larry Jayasekara, with more than two decades of fine dining under his belt, the quality of the food is matched only by the old-school hospitality and personal connection the waitstaff provides. The restaurant sources artisan ingredients from around the UK and overseas. This includes produce and seasonal flowers from regenerative farmland in Northamptonshire, alongside fish, game and rare-bred pigs straight from the farm. There are three menus to choose from – a la carte, a set lunch menu and one devoted solely to homemade pies, served with an Ex Family Reserve wine pairing and salad. Highlights include otoro with Japanese soy and golden oscietra caviar, and slow-cooked Rowler Farm lamb shoulder.
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For one of the most beautiful restaurants in London – try Bacchanalia
Ancient Greco-Roman feasts inspire the work of the chefs and kitchen at Bacchanalia, where dining is an experience of imagination and entertainment. The breathtaking interiors evoke the days of ancient Greece, celebrating the gods of wine, feasting and merriment. In the warmer months, dine alfresco on the terrace and take in the views of charming Berkeley Square while you eat at one of the best restaurants in Mayfair. Surrounded by classical myths retold in sculpture and the dramatic artworks of Damian Hirst, the menu may be the last thing on your mind, but a quick look reveals the excitement that awaits. From lobster paccheri pasta with black truffles to beetroot carpaccio with walnut pesto, the menu simply screams decadent luxury. In true homage to Bacchus, the wine menu is extensive and meticulously curated, with bottles from the old and new world alongside exclusive own-label house wines and champagne.
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For one of the best bottomless brunch restaurants in Mayfair – don’t miss Bocconcino
Bocconcino Mayfair offers more than just fine dining and an exhaustive drinks menu. With live music and DJ nights, you can enjoy an entire evening’s entertainment without having to change venues. Book the bottomless brunch or bottomless night and get unlimited prosecco or Aperol spritz for up to 90 minutes, alongside a tasting menu packed with Italian classics. Afterwards, allow mixologist Ronny Simbana to keep the drinks flowing with a selection of Italian cocktails, including the Casanova with Grey Goose watermelon and basil, strawberry liqueur and lime juice. Before you get stuck into the drinks and dancing, you’ll want something tasty to soak it up and give you energy. Set menus, a la carte, brunch and tasting menus are all on offer, packed with hand crafted dishes from all over Italy from chef Marco Corsica. Try the homemade ravioli with crab and caviar, and finish with some melt-in-your-mouth gelato.
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For a local tapas wine bar – book a table at El Pirata of Mayfair
El Pirata of Mayfair is a neighbourhood favourite. Celebrating thirty years of serving Spanish tapas to the London Mayfair crowd, this restaurant is a home away from home for its regular customers. On busy evenings, someone will always find you a seat at the bar, where you can chat to the friendly bar staff while you wait for your table. Be sure to try a glass of Spanish wine, with over 140 varieties to choose from. Once seated, whether in the atmospheric cellar, artistic upstairs room or al fresco, you can peruse the menu. Even when sharing with friends, the hardest part is choosing which dishes to leave off your order. Top picks from the regulars include hand-crafted crispy croquetas, gambas al pil-pil, padron peppers and tender, juicy tortilla. Designed for sharing, El Pirata is the perfect venue for a group outing.
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For one of the best Japanese restaurants in Mayfair – try KOYN Japanese
KOYN Japanese is part of the LSL Group of restaurants which also includes Jamavar and Socca. As one of the best restaurants in Mayfair, KOYN has a well-deserved reputation for excellence. Enjoy a drink before or after your meal at KOYN Bar and, from June 2024, you’ll also be able to experience KOYN Thai. Rhys Cattermoul, the executive chef at KOYN, brings the artistic philosophy behind traditional Japanese cooking to Mayfair. Each dish is designed to highlight the true essence of each individual ingredient, with locally sourced ingredients and bold umami flavours. Try the lobster salad with sudachi spicy soy, the toro tartare with oscietra caviar or the hojica smoked lamb cutlets with kuromame miso. The dessert list includes sudachi cheesecake, yuzu meringue tart and, for a lighter finale, a selection of cooling sorbets. Each dessert comes with a recommended liqueur pairing.
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For one of Mayfair’s best Asian restaurants helmed by a celebrity chef – book at Lucky Cat
Unique experiences are at the heart of the Lucky Cat philosophy, helmed by celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay. From weekend brunches to late-night cocktails, Lucky Cat has something for every occasion at one of the best restaurants in Mayfair. For the ultimate foodie experience, book the chef’s table. Situated right in the heart of the bustling kitchen, you and up to nine guests can watch the expert chefs prepare your dishes while you dine. The menu is seasonal, but samples include balfego bluefin tuna with sichimi pepper, char sui pork with nashi pear, and ube basque cheesecake with rhubarb compote. Each course comes with your choice of a standard or premium wine pairing chosen by expert sommeliers. For a more relaxed experience, try the Lucky Cat brunch, served at weekends and bank holidays – four courses that you can combine with bottomless prosecco, or really push the boat out with bottomless champagne.
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For one of London’s best vegan restaurants – head to Plants by Deliciously Ella
Plants by Deliciously Ella is one of the best restaurants in Mayfair London for vegan dining. Showcasing the very best of home-cooked plant-based dishes, this London hotspot celebrates the diversity and creativity of edible plants. The menu is designed specifically for sharing, which is ideal, as you’ll be hard pushed to choose just one thing to try. Each day the chefs take a selection of 14 plants and devise a special menu that is entirely vegan. Relish dishes like fresh asparagus with butterbean and parsley puree, creamy aubergine with garlic black rice, and warm sourdough bread with cashew butter cultured in-house. The interior is light and cosy, with a welcoming team on hand to talk you through the various menu options. Or in the summer months, you can dine outdoors and watch the world go by while you eat.
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For MICHELIN-starred fine dining – head to Benares
Indian fine dining at its best, with a touch of British flair, can be found at Benares, one of the best Indian restaurants in Mayfair. The elegant and luxurious dining lounge is centred around a beautiful indoor pond, spread with fresh flowers daily and surrounded by hand crafted furniture in classic Indian styles. There are also four private dining areas, including a Chef’s Table overlooking the kitchen and the Dover Room for group bookings of up to 36 guests. The inventive and vibrant menu combines the best of British ingredients with traditional Indian cooking – so good it has a MICHELIN star. The tasting menus are the ideal way to experience as much as possible. Showstoppers include tawa halibut and clam moilee, indulgent black truffle and white chocolate kebab, and lamb chop pulao with good old Indian staples.
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For exquisite cuisine and electric nightlife – spend an evening at Sexy Fish
Combining a seafood-based, Japanese-inspired menu with opulent surroundings and captivating entertainment, Sexy Fish is more than somewhere to enjoy exquisite cuisine. The look and feel of the restaurant can be best described as mid-century glamour, with art by Frank Gehry, Damien Hirst and Michael Roberts adorning the walls. Step into a luxurious atmosphere, with chefs working together to fulfil your every desire. From fresh oysters and buttery rich caviar to Japanese Wagyu beef and edamame gyoza, the menu at Sexy Fish is as decadent as the surroundings. If you really can’t decide, opt for the set menu, curated to offer the best of the best for the whole table. Amp things up further on Friday and Saturday nights, with live DJs and dancers providing extra entertainment while you dine.
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For Nanyang Chinese fare – book a table at Kai
Kai in Mayfair has held a MICHELIN star since 2009 and one visit will be enough for you to see why. The menu is inspired by Nanyang Chinese culinary heritage but it’s not bound by it. While you will experience traditional Nanyang flavours, you will find that most of the dishes are unique to Kai – think whole roasted turbot with yin-yang sauces, or chilli lobster with crab meat and king prawns. Putting its own special spin on classic dishes, Kai prides takes a liberating approach to traditional flavours. The Chinese Whispers afternoon tea features a selection of fluffy bao buns and savouries, light and fragrant macarons with clotted cream and a platter of sweet treats, served with your choice of tea or champagne. Desserts are a big deal at Kai, so no matter what time of day you visit, be sure to save some room.
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The best restaurants in Mayfair’s luxurious district, are arguably among the best restaurants in the world. The hardest part is having so many great venues to choose from. From unique Chinese dishes to bacchanalian delights, there’s always something exciting to try, in one of the most exciting parts of the city. No matter what style of cuisine you fancy, you’ll find a great restaurant in Mayfair with dishes that will satisfy your every craving.
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