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El Pirata of Mayfair, London,

El Pirata of Mayfair

4.7
4.7
759 Reviews
£25 and under
Spanish
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El Pirata of Mayfair

4.7
£25 and under
Spanish
Mayfair

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2 people
19:00
Booked 15 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Charming
El Pirata is a hidden gem serving acclaimed Spanish tapas for almost 30 years. Tucked away in the corner of Mayfair, El Pirata ensures that every guest instantly feels at home through their relaxed atmosphere and friendly staff, some of whom have been at El Pirata since the very beginning meaning they work as a seamless team. El Pirata couples the comforting appeal of a central London establishment with the energetic dynamism of a new opening. They have an expansive tapas menu featuring classic dishes and recently have added some new dishes to strengthen the experience offered to guests. They boast an equally impressive wine list of over 100 wines at great value particularly for Mayfair.

Whether you are dining in the artistic upstairs with a feature bar, in the atmospheric downstairs Cellar, or sipping rioja al fresco, El Pirata offers true escapism so you feel you’re in Madrid rather than Mayfair and is a firm favourite for those who want an authentic Spanish experience in London.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Traditional Spanish
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    020 7491 3810
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    El Pirata can offer both the Cellar as a seperate hire or the entire venue for full venue hire, and offer bespoke menus which are ideal for larger groups. For more information on private hire, please contact the restaurant directly and our Patron Jose will be happy to help you.
  • Area
    Mayfair
  • Cross Street
    Piccadilly
  • Parking details
    Some of the larger nearby hotels offer car parking to non-residents.
  • Public transit
    Both Green Park and Hyde Park Corner are a 6 minute walk away, and El Pirata is very close to several central London bus routes.
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
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What 759 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseEnergetic

Diners' Choice Awards

  • London

    Spanish

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Pirata of Mayfair offers an authentic Spanish dining experience in the heart of London. Known for its "superb service" and "authentic tapas," the restaurant is cherished for its lively ambiance and attentive staff. Regulars praise the "excellent food" and diverse menu, making it a top choice for both special occasions and casual dining.

759 Reviews
  1. Joe

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The family celebrated my wife’s birthday at El Pirata. The food and cocktails were great, and really good value. We all agreed, this was the best tapas we’ve had in London and we’re a Spanish family that spends a lot of time eating tapas in London and Spain. All the staff were so friendly and provided great service, which from a customers point of view are the main reasons we eat out. When booking, I asked for a special table and the restaurant delivered by providing us with a booth which really showed they cared about making it a special night for the family. Also loved the ambience of the upstairs bar, I’m sure we’ll be back soon to grab afew tools and have many more plates of tapas.

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  2. Annabelle

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time at El Pirata of Mayfair and I'll definitely back. Beautiful food, lovely ambience and friendly attentive staff. I think I found a new fav restaurant.

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  3. Julie Rowland

    London

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thank you once again to the team at this restaurant for giving me a ground floor table once again, my third Christmas meal at this restaurant. Food was superb as was the atmosphere. See you next year!

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  4. Peter

    London

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just a good all round experience; food, ambience, wine, service - staff were very helpful & accommodating

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  5. Lee

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A genuinely super restaurant. Excellent food and service and great ambiance.

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  6. James

    London

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cannot fault our dining experience, from the warm welcome, attentive staff, fantastic food and great atmosphere, without doubt the best Tapas we’ve had in London.

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  7. Ed

    London

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best croquetas in London and service is fantastic

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  8. susan

    Kent

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We visit here quite often and usually have tapas. Today We had paella. Delicious. With a glass of wine and bread. Good value for London.

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  9. Chris

    Hampshire

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 5 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was professional. Noise levels were high but bearable.

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  10. James

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was very loud by the bar, but once we were seated it was fantastic. Staff were friendly, accommodating and helpful. The food was spectacular.

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FAQs

El Pirata of Mayfair offers delivery in partnership with Deliveroo. El Pirata of Mayfair also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at 020 7491 3810.

El Pirata of Mayfair is rated 4.7 stars by 759 OpenTable diners.

El Pirata of Mayfair does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

A photo of El Pirata of Mayfair restaurant

El Pirata of Mayfair

4.7
£25 and under
Spanish
Mayfair

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 15 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for El Pirata of Mayfair

5-6 Down Street, London, W1J 7AQ

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Piccadilly
  • Area
    Mayfair
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Traditional Spanish
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Some of the larger nearby hotels offer car parking to non-residents.
  • Public transit
    Both Green Park and Hyde Park Corner are a 6 minute walk away, and El Pirata is very close to several central London bus routes.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    020 7491 3810
  • Private party facilities
    El Pirata can offer both the Cellar as a seperate hire or the entire venue for full venue hire, and offer bespoke menus which are ideal for larger groups. For more information on private hire, please contact the restaurant directly and our Patron Jose will be happy to help you.
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