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May Fair Kitchen - May Fair Kitchen, London, ENG

May Fair Kitchen

4.3
4.3
837 Reviews
£26 to £40
Japanese

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2 people
23:30
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.
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Welcome to a unique Japanese and Italian restaurant in Mayfair, welcoming guests in London’s most exclusive neighbourhood for lunch, dinner, drinks and afternoon tea.

May Fair Kitchen serves a refined Japanese izakaya-style menu with highlights including sashimi, tempura, Wagyu and a stunning seafood platter, alongside regional Italian classics such as stone-baked pizza, homemade pasta and salads. To complement the dining experience, enjoy a selection of fine wines, cocktails and sake in central London.

Renowned as one of the most decadent afternoon teas in London, May Fair Kitchen is the perfect choice for an afternoon indulging in scones, sandwiches and patisseries created in collaboration with Charbonnel et Walker accompanied by tea and Champagne.

May Fair Kitchen is hidden away in London’s vibrant and luxurious Mayfair, just a short walk from Green Park and Buckingham Palace.

Enjoy a refreshing pre-dinner cocktail in May Fair Kitchen Lounge Bar or in the adjoining May Fair Bar.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Italian, Izakaya
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Lounge Bar Mon–Wed, Sun 12:00 pm–11:45 pm Lounge Bar Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–12:30 am Lounge Bar Food Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat, Sun 12:30 pm–10:30 pm Lunch Sat - Sun Sat, Sun 12:30 pm–2:30 pm Afternoon Tea Sat, Sun 12:30 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Dinner Sun-Thu Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    020 7915 3892
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Area
    Mayfair
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Closest Tube: Green Park (Piccadilly, Victoria & Jubilee lines)
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining

Experiences

  • Omakase Six-course tasting £85 / Vegetarian £85

    £85.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Experience May Fair Kitchen’s six-course Omakase tasting menu, featuring a selection of our finest Japanese dishes such as Seared beef tartare with black truffle ponzu, Black cod with green chilli shiso salsa, and Yoghurt and white chocolate mousse with Goma sponge and Calpico sorbet. A vegetarian tasting menu is also available.
    Omakase Six-course tasting £85 / Vegetarian £85 photo
  • 20% Off Afternoon Tea

    £39.20 - £52.00 per person

    2 Jan 2025 - 28 Feb 2025
    Thursday-Sunday, 12:30-16:00 Indulge in afternoon tea at The May Fair Hotel with classic sandwiches, scones, cakes, and treats from Bond Street chocolatiers, Charbonnel et Walker. Highlights include pistachio financier and blackberry crème brûlée, paired with 16 fine teas and an optional glass of Champagne. • Traditional Afternoon Tea £49pp • Champagne Afternoon Tea £63pp • Rosé Champagne Afternoon Tea £65pp Enjoy a traditional, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, or children’s afternoon tea in Mayfair with an exclusive 20% discount (prices shown exclude discount). Valid from 2nd January to 28th February 2025. Not combinable with other offers and unavailable on public holidays and select special dates.
  • Group Dining from £70pp & A Gift On Us

    £10.00 - £20.00 per person

    Prepaid

    2 Jan 2025 - 28 Feb 2025
    Gather friends and family for a memorable dining experience at May Fair Kitchen, with group and private dining menus showcasing the best of Japanese and Italian cuisine, perfect for sharing. To kick off the new year, enjoy 15% off your bill or a half bottle of house wine per guest, or a round of drinks at The May Fair Bar, on us – the choice is yours. Bookings require 24-hour notice and a £10 per guest pre-payment. This offer is valid from 2nd January to 28th February 2025 for parties of 6 to 20. Drinks at The May Fair Bar include sparkling wine and cocktails. It cannot be combined with other offers and is unavailable on public holidays and certain notable calendar days.

What 837 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
May Fair Kitchen delights with "excellent service" and "amazing afternoon tea", offering a serene atmosphere ideal for conversations. The staff's attentiveness and ability to accommodate dietary needs stand out. While some menu items have mixed reviews, the overall dining experience garners praise for its ambiance and delicious offerings.

837 Reviews
  1. Katie

    London

    5 reviews

    1.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Dreadful from start to finish. The tables are packed in so it feels like you are having dinner with the other guests and everyone can hear each others conversations word for word. There isn't even enough space for the waiters to put the food down so they are knocking into you. The service was appalling - the worst I have ever had in an establishment of this kind and we eat in the area often. We had the valentines set menu and my partner wanted a soft drink rather than the alcohol that came with the menu (he doesn't drink). He was unable to swap this out and I didn't want the rose champagne I just wanted normal champagne but they couldn't do this either. At £200 a head I would expect them to be more accommodating, particularly if someone can't have alcohol. The lady was rude and should not be in the hospitality sector - all their staff need training. To top it all off I asked them for my coat at the end of the evening and the lady came back and said they only had my scarf. This was a £1200 Toteme coat that they had misplaced. Eventually they found it. Food was average at best.
    May Fair KitchenResponded today
    Dear Valued Guest, We're deeply sorry to hear about your recent experience at May Fair Kitchen. We strive to offer an exceptional dining experience to all of our guests, and we regret that we did not meet your expectations. Please accept our sincere apologies for the lack of space and the service you received, as well as the misunderstanding regarding your beverage preferences. We also apologize for the inconvenience with your coat. We appreciate your feedback as it helps us to continually improve. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and provide a more satisfying experience. Best regards, May Fair Kitchen Management Team

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  2. Neil

    VIP

    Manchester

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exemplary food - the yellowtail sashimi and lobster being particular highlights - as always. Very attentive staff who create a pleasant and amiable atmosphere for convivial conversation.
    May Fair KitchenResponded today
    Dear Neil, We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the yellowtail sashimi and lobster at May Fair Kitchen. We're also glad to know that our attentive staff contributed to a pleasant and amiable atmosphere. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and we look forward to serving you again in the future. Best regards, May Fair Kitchen Management Team

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  3. Jennifer

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Could have better food choices on the set menu but the staff here were so amazing, polite and helpful! 10/10 service from the stafff here!!
    May Fair KitchenResponded on 27 January 2025
    Dear Jennifer, We greatly appreciate your feedback and are pleased to learn that our staff made a positive impression on you with their politeness and helpfulness. Your comments about our menu will be taken into consideration as we continually strive to enhance our offerings. We look forward to serving you again in the future. Warm regards, May Fair Kitchen Management Team

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  4. Alexis

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ordered the Rose Afternoon tea, it came with a glass of Rose Moet & Chandon champagne, we were offered a second round of sandwiches at no extra cost, the quality of the food was amazing. The customer care was excellent.
    May Fair KitchenResponded on 20 January 2025
    Dear Alexis, Thank you for your amazing review of your experience at May Fair Kitchen. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our Rose Afternoon Tea and appreciated the quality of our food and customer service. We look forward to welcoming you back for another exceptional dining experience. Best regards, May Fair Kitchen Management Team

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  5. Son Tung

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The afternoon tea is amazing and is among the best that I have tried in London.
    May Fair KitchenResponded on 20 January 2025
    Dear Son, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our afternoon tea at May Fair Kitchen and rated it amongst the best in London. Your kind words about our food, service, ambience, and value are greatly appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, May Fair Kitchen Management Team

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  6. Naomi

    London

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 4 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Visited Mayfair Kitchen for a delayed Friendsmas dinner. The food was really nice and great value for money. The ambiance was really nice as was the service.
    May Fair KitchenResponded on 10 January 2025
    Dear Naomi, Thank you for choosing May Fair Kitchen for your Friendsmas dinner. We're delighted to hear that you found our food to be enjoyable and good value for money. We're also pleased to know that you appreciated our ambiance and service. We look forward to welcoming you back for another pleasant dining experience. Best regards, May Fair Kitchen Management Team

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  7. Gabriel

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 31 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    Very nice food experience and excellent service but no music for a New Year’s Eve at midnight !!!! Very disappointed

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  8. Carsten

    NRW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Even though the system did mess up our reservation, the staff was very friendly and organized a table for us (4 people) within a few minutes. Also the Afternoon Tea was totally great, and the unlimited tea and sandwiches totally justify the price - if you leave hungry it's your own fault, at least we did not need dinner anymore. They even proactively asked for all types of allergies and provided corresponding replacements, what is a huge plus. The same applies for vegetarian options. The only thing that one could critisize (on a high level) was the music volume - anyway, after asking for the third time they finally turned it down, so just be nice but persistent ;) So we can recommend 100%, we really enjoyed it, and the staff was really more than friendly.
    May Fair KitchenResponded on 10 January 2025
    Dear Carsten, Thank you for taking the time to share your Afternoon Tea experience at May Fair Kitchen. We're delighted that despite an initial reservation mix-up, our team managed to provide you with a table promptly. We're also pleased to know that you enjoyed our unlimited tea and sandwiches and found our attention to dietary requirements commendable. We appreciate your feedback regarding the music volume, and we'll ensure this is taken into account to enhance the overall dining experience for all our guests. We're grateful for your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back soon for another exceptional dining experience. Best regards, May Fair Kitchen Management Team

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  9. Jane

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve been coming to the Mayfair Kitchen for a few years and have always enjoyed the food and ambience. Service was very attentive and the restaurant was not crowded, meaning we could enjoy our conversation without having to raise our voices. Afterwards we went to the bar in the Mayfair Hotel which was also a very pleasant experience. Recommended!
    May Fair KitchenResponded on 30 December 2024
    Dear Jane, We're truly grateful for your wonderful feedback. It brings us immense joy to know that you've consistently enjoyed your dining experiences at May Fair Kitchen over the years. We're delighted to know that our attentive service, ambience, and the overall environment added to your positive experience. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back for another pleasant experience. Best regards, May Fair Kitchen Management Team

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  10. Karen

    VIP

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Very disappointed. We paid 155 GBP per person for the Christmas Day 5 course menu and expected great service. Our waiter sat us down and ignored us for 25 min. He walked by us many times only focused on another table. After 25 min I had to ask if we can order a drink. The waiter never came back and other people brought our courses and removed them but no one ever asked us how things were. After we were done we waited again for long time watching other tables being brought their bill that sat down after us. I finally had to ask a woman if we could have our bill to check out. This was not service expected at a 5 star hotel and for the price of the menu.

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May Fair Kitchen is rated 4.3 stars by 837 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
23:30
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for May Fair Kitchen

Stratton Street, London, ENG W1J 8LT

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Mayfair
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Lounge Bar Mon–Wed, Sun 12:00 pm–11:45 pm Lounge Bar Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–12:30 am Lounge Bar Food Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat, Sun 12:30 pm–10:30 pm Lunch Sat - Sun Sat, Sun 12:30 pm–2:30 pm Afternoon Tea Sat, Sun 12:30 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Dinner Sun-Thu Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Italian, Izakaya
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Closest Tube: Green Park (Piccadilly, Victoria & Jubilee lines)
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
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