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This Mayfair Musings correspondent was lucky enough to be invited to a private event hosted by celebrity chef Judy Joo and chocolatier extraordinaire Pierre Marcolini. In the wonderful setting of Joo’s London home, we were treated to a preview of the Pierre’s exceptional Christmas offering.
On Park Lane, with Green Park directly opposite and Mayfair unfolding beyond it, the Sheraton Grand London Park Lane is exceptionally well placed for a day of wandering, museums, shops and the inevitable requests for snacks along the way. Yet inside, the mood is considerably more calm.
This December, Mayfair’s culinary calendar gets a particularly tempting addition as Rosi, the elegant restaurant at The Beaumont Mayfair, welcomes three familiar names from the world of food and wine for an exclusive festive feast.
This autumn, London Hilton on Park Lane gives its afternoon tea a deliciously darker twist with Once Upon a Villain, a theatrical new chapter inspired by Disney’s most notorious characters. Arriving at Park Corner Brasserie on 2 October, it trades princess-perfect sweetness for Maleficent, Dr Facilier and a cast of beautifully wicked influences.
Café 22 has returned with a distinctly more relaxed mood. Overseeing the reopening is Guillaume Glipa, whose résumé includes some of London's most fashionable addresses, and the intention here is clear: a restaurant with the polish of Mayfair, but the easy charm of a Parisian neighbourhood café. It is the sort of place designed for lingering - over lunch that stretches into the afternoon, a late brunch or an aperitif that turns into dinner.
On Monday 5th October 2026, Bentley’s Oyster Bar & Grill will welcome chef and writer Alasdair Gill for a special one-night dinner inspired by his new book, Knives and Spoons.
We were very keen to experience The Ampersand Hotel’s Jurassic Afternoon Tea in South Kensington. It’s a wonderfully imaginative take on one of Britain’s best-loved traditions, with a family-friendly, prehistoric theme.
Unlike many central London restaurants that try to cater to all, hosting a menu with a myriad of items, Fenix in Mayfair has taken an altogether different approach. The new Greek Mediterranean restaurant has set the bar high as luxury meets warmth, with its Cyclades and Aegean dishes distinctively Greek in flavour, style and aesthetic.
116 at The Athenaeum is a perfect example of a family run (and family focused) restaurant done right. Set inside the opulent five star hotel, just opposite Green Park, you couldn’t ask for a better location. A plaque as you enter tells you that Jimi Hendrix stayed in this very place, reminding you that the Athenaeum takes its artist roots very seriously.
There is something quietly appealing about a restaurant that doesn’t feel the need to announce itself. Since opening on Mount Street this summer, Automat has been steadily finding its place in Mayfair - and now, with a reworked menu and the arrival of Autobar, it is entering a new chapter.
Discover our summer food and drink edit, featuring exciting new launches, seasonal favourites and delicious treats to enjoy all summer long. From refreshing drinks and indulgent chocolates to gourmet gifts and much-loved classics, explore our curated selection of the best food and drink picks to savour, share and discover this season.
There are few meals that feel quite as transporting as a traditional Onam Sadhya - a lavish South Indian harvest feast designed to be enjoyed slowly, communally and in abundance. This August, Mayfair’s Michelin-starred Jamavar is bringing its own interpretation to London, marking its tenth anniversary with a celebration that is as personal as it is gastronomic.
There are few things more quintessentially London than oysters, champagne and a little friendly competition. This September, Bentley’s Oyster Bar & Grill will once again bring all three together as the London Oyster Championships return to Swallow Street on Friday 18 September 2026.
If you’re after a vibrant brunch this summer, head to Le Café by Nicolas Rouzaud in Burlington Arcade, where you will discover a brand-new summer menu featuring elegant seasonal drinks and pâtisserie delights that are as beautiful as they are delicious.
Looking for a stylish lunchtime stop in the heart of Mayfair? Claridge's Bakery has introduced a new Mayfair Meal Deal, bringing together exceptional baking and everyday value just moments from Brook's Mews.
As temperatures rise, there's a new way to enjoy a chocolate indulgence without the heat. At Adam Handling Chocolate Shop in Covent Garden, the Michelin-starred chef has reimagined the classic iced chocolate, creating a bespoke experience for chocolate lovers this summer.
Open until 12 September 2026, 34 Mayfair’s Sparkling Mayfair Summer is a beautiful terrace created in partnership with renowned English sparkling wine producer Nyetimber.
For those seeking excellent dim sum in the heart of Mayfair, Novikov Asian Restaurant recently introduced a dedicated weekday Dim Sum Lunch Menu, bringing together the artistry of Cantonese dim sum with the restaurant's signature contemporary Pan-Asian flair.
In the world of luxury hospitality, the finest experiences are often defined by the smallest details - and few details leave a lasting impression quite like exceptional pastry. It is therefore fitting that Ross Sneddon, Executive Pastry Chef at Rocco Forte Hotels' The Balmoral in Edinburgh and Brown's Hotel in Mayfair, has been recognised as Pastry Chef of the Year at the 2026 Catey Awards.
Mayfair remains one of London’s best destinations for dining, with a mix of established favourites and exciting new openings. This summer, we’ve rounded up some of the restaurants worth knowing about, from Italian classics and contemporary Chinese cuisine to Latin American flavours and creative new concepts. Whether you’re looking for a relaxed lunch, a special occasion or somewhere new to try, these Mayfair restaurants offer something for every occasion.
