The best restaurants in Mayfair, London

If Michelin stars and upscale dining is what you’re after, look no further than the best restaurants in Mayfair. This Central London enclave boasts some of the capital’s finest meals, but their prestige comes at a price. This is easily the most expensive part of town. Still, for those special occasions, date nights, and change-your-life meals, it’s all worth it. We’ve vetted the best restaurants in Mayfair, London for your glamorous rendezvous.

1. Ormer Mayfair

It’s about time Ormer snagged a Michelin star. Chef Sofian Msetfi’s seasonally changing tasting menus ensure every patron who makes it to the front will want to rejoin the queue right after. Opt for regular, pescatarian, vegetarian, or vegan on five-course or seven-course tasting menus, each spotlighting the very best of British, including signatures such as warm Ibérico ham jelly with Parmesan, Bramley apple and nasturtium; and the cured Cornish mackerel with sesame, kombu and spiced nage. Exquisite wine pairings round off a perfect evening.

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2. Kitty Fisher’s

For over a decade West Enders have been meowing over Kitty Fisher’s, a cozy and intimate restaurant named after a famed 18th-century courtesan. Within this townhouse, patrons dine on wood-fired delicacies like the Brixham Hake paired with lobster bisque and fennel or the big-enough-to-share Belted Galloway Chateaubriand, whilst sipping on signature gin-based Bad Kitty cocktails or old-world vintage wines. The Chocolate Ganache steals spotlight at dessert. Kitty’s is, put simply: good food and good company. Everyone here’s got the cream.

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3. Umu

Concealed behind a discreet Burton Place block with a luminous ‘touch to enter’ button, Umu Mayfair scoops all that presses it off the dizzy streets of Mayfair and gently places them by the torii gates of Kyoto. A kaiseki journey ensues, where Chef Ryo Kamatsu uses intricate Japanese methods on fresh local ingredients. Think scallop miso topped with caviar, and Cornish lobster and girolle spring rolls, but do note that items are seasonal, and future visits will see change. That’s why you’ll need to trust the resident sommelier with an impeccable sake or wine pairing. 

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4. Hora

Brand new avant-garde Mediterranean restaurant, Hora, marries together food, art, music and creativity into an experience that tickles every sense. Guests enter an earthy abode inspired by nature and peruse drinks divided into element categories. Then comes the food; shareable starters like cod roe mousse, or smoked aubergine with truffle with bread basket for the scoop; quarter-sectioned mains comprising raw crudos, veg such as seasonal tomatoes, fresh fish, and premium meats, plus a sweets selection where a heavenly Terramisu is (coffee ice) cream of the crop. An experience, and one that finally gives Mayfair an edge.

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5. Riviera

Riviera doesn’t look like anything else in Mayfair—it’s more of a glass jewel box that transports Londoners to the French Riviera (hence the name). Inside, the creative concoctions celebrate flavours of the Côte d’Azur, with sample dishes such as the Grand Niçoise Salad, and Beef Fillet Cafe De Paris Butter. No matter the weather, everything exudes Southern France’s warmth here. Don’t miss the subtle sumptuous Lavender Crème Brûlée or anything from the ‘Cartes des Vins’. Très chic, très délicieux. 

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6. The Twenty Two

A favourite with the LFW crowd, The Twenty Two is an ever-chic spot within a five-star Grosvenor Square hotel. This ground-floor restaurant serves Mediterranean and Modern British cuisine, with a focus on natural flavours. Samples include roast filets of fish, grilled grass-fed reds, and fresh pasta. Whole foods speak for themselves. Of course, dessert is where things can, and should, veer on added indulgence, including the (shareable) chocolate cremeux, vanilla cheesecake, and the crème brûlée. Sexy, tasty, but without the mess, no wonder everyone from Dua Lipa to Madonna’s been licking their lips at 22.

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7. KOYN

Discover a double helping of ESEA cuisine at KOYN London, a dual-concept restaurant with Japanese upstairs and Thai downstairs. Both incredible, both authentic, and both a lush upscale affair. KOYN Thai draws from North, South and Central Provinces, with classic plates spanning colourful curries, fresh morning glory and chilis, and a perfectly saucy pad see ew. The spotlight is, however, on Tableside Larb, a traditional minced meat larb salad that’s customised right in front of you. Plus specials like the whole seabass and jumbo tiger prawn choo-cee. KOYN Japanese is meanwhile, famed for its sushi omakase, best enjoyed with a bottle from the robust sake list. You’ll need at the very least, two visits to KOYN, ideally more.

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8. Amazónico

Amazónico offers an immersive dining experience inspired by the Amazon rainforest, with a menu showcasing the best of Latin America including Peruvian sushi, Brazilian rodizio-grilled meats, and tropical salads that are a favourite of Mayfair’s A-List. Guests can enjoy live performances and ‘elec-tropical’ DJ sets, or head to the main or speakeasy bar underground—because why look for another Mayfair venue when this is the prettiest around? A new weekend “Amazónico Asado” menu priced at a sweet £65 per person is available 12 – 4 pm, giving reason to start your engines earlier.

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9. MiMi Mei Fair

Shanghai shikumen or Mayfair restaurant? MiMi’s a tasty combo of the two. This intricately decored Georgian townhouse is three floors of intrigue, designed as Empress MiMi’s secret residence (“mì mì” is “secret” in Mandarin). But aesthetics aside, this is the real deal when it comes to authentic Chinese cuisine, honouring regions such as Sichuan, Fujian, and Hunan. As for our extreme wows, we have three; the roasted Cantonese char siu Iberico pork—oh-so succulent and sweet; the clear prawn & coriander soup that feels tenderly homemade; and, on the other end of the spectrum, the Peking Duck is extra and like dining out in another dynasty. All of these are royally exquisite in their own way.  

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10. Pavyllon London

One of the world’s most decorated living Michelin-starred chefs, Yannick Alléno, opened his first UK restaurant in 2023 within the Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane, and already acclaim has snowballed. Start with a soulful sip from the Ikigai menu at Bar Antoine, before your voyage together on the main lounge side. A six-course immersive Mayfair menu showcases Alléno’s sauce, which always hits the spot, on the Confit Pollack Basquaise Style, and the Roasted Duck Magret especially. 

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11. Dovetale

Dovetale within 1 Hotel Mayfair is led by chef Tom Sellers, who artfully puts a spin on European classics for a balance of both nostalgia and discovery. Sample seasonals include Burgaud duck tortellini, roast monkfish ‘au poivre’, and English Iberico pork chop. The build-your-own Knickerbocker Glory means you get exactly the dessert you want. Portion sizes are generous, and aperitifs coincide with the time of year. Speaking of which, the Dover Yard bar is a nice excuse to continue any night in the company of Billecart-Salmon champagne.

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12. Hakkasan

For almost a quarter of a century, Hakkasan’s been synonymous with Chinese fine dining. When someone plans an outing at the Mayfair outpost, you know it’ll be an occasion to remember. Guests dine on modern Cantonese, like delicately roasted black truffle duck with plenty of sauce for your rice, steamed hand-dived scallops with black bean, and the staple gai lan elevated with a veggie XO sauce. You absolutely must add their signature Crispy Duck Salad to start or side. For those wanting omakase, several sets are offered. Forever abuzz, this dame of Chinese cuisine is a scene fixture to stay.

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