The Grafter Guide to Mayfair: Restaurants, Meeting Spots, and More to Impress Your Clients and Colleagues
There’s no place like Mayfair. One of London’s best loved historic neighbourhoods, Mayfair is where it all happens – decadent, Michelin-star dining experiences, inspirational walks through streets lined with Edwardian architecture, unforgettable nights in some of London’s best clubs, pubs, and bars. Mayfair is known for its socialising (some of the most storied members’ clubs in the world make their home in Mayfair), but this sophisticated local also the ideal spot for conducting business and meeting clients.
Today, we take you through Grafter’s Mayfair, a guide to the neighbourhood’s best places to meet, brainstorm, connect, and thrive. Welcome to the Grafter Guide to Mayfair.
Savouring Success: Dining in Mayfair
Nothing impresses a potential client like a state-of-the-art pitch…but a top-tier culinary experience is a close second. Mayfair offers endless options to meet over a delicious meal, whether you’re dining out for dinner or enjoying a less formal, but equally impressive, brunch. Here are our top picks for making deals over meals in Mayfair.
sketch, 9 Conduit Street, London, W1S 2XG: Located on Mayfair’s border with iconic Soho, you’ll recognise sketch’s art-gallery-esque interiors (and spaceage loos) as a well-known favourite on Instagram. With five separate dining experiences within the space, each with its own unique atmosphere and accompanying menu, you’ll find something to impress clients of every creed and taste – with three Michelin stars to boot.
Hideaway, 100 Mount Street, London, W1K 2TG: A hip café for a more casual get-together, Hideaway offers modern twists on traditional brunch fare (think: Stracciatella waffles with black truffle and honey, or scorched banana & pecan croissants). And located on historic Mount Street, this local favourite is within easy reach from all corners of London.
The Wolseley, 160 Piccadilly Street, London, W1J 9EB: If stately sophistication is what you’re going for, you won’t find better than The Wolseley. With all-day dining in the European style, invite a client to this timeless classic for an unforgettable business lunch. Don’t forget a late-afternoon champagne toast to celebrate your success.
Classic Connections: Meeting in Mayfair
Need to impress a client without the fanfare of a 5-star meal? Or perhaps you and a colleague need to step away from the office for an inspired brainstorm. You’ll find plenty of places to meet in Mayfair, from chic hotel lobbies to top-tier cafes.
Claridge’s, Brook Street, London, W1K 4HR:This historic art deco hotel has a name synonymous with London hospitality. Within its beautiful interiors, Claridge’s boasts several spots to connect – from its legendary afternoon tea to the Claridge’s ArtSpace café and glamourous Fumoir bar.
Queens of Mayfair, 17 Queen Street, London, W1J 5PH: Queens of Mayfair is less coffee shop, more experiential craft café. In addition to delicious coffee and pastries, this spot also offers up a delicious breakfast and lunch menu – plus bottomless brunch if you have a big business win to toast with the team!
Drunch, 1 Woodstock Street, London, W1C 2AA: A stylish venue offering a quiet, modern atmosphere away from the hustle and bustle of the city, Drunch is a Mayfair establishment for local professionals. Stop in for a barista coffee or linger over breakfast, lunch, and yes – brunch. Drunch is a year-round hot spot, with cosy seating indoors or an exquisite outdoor terrace for sunny days.
Iconic Mayfair: Members’ Clubs
Is there anything quite so ‘Mayfair’ as the quintessential members’ club? The area is well-known for its array of private, members-only establishments, with venues for every walk of life. Members’ clubs provide a home-away-from-home experience for those looking for a quiet place to work, exciting opportunities to socialize and entertain, or something in between.
Grafter Mayfair House, 51 Berkeley Square, London, W1J 5BB: We can’t help ourselves, and for good reason. Mayfair House brings together the best of work-life-balance. More than a social club, more than a workspace, Mayfair House has everything you need for your most successful day – however that looks to you. Take time for focused work, meet a client for a delicious cup of coffee, or simply take an inspired walk around historic Berkeley Square – situated directly across from Mayfair House.
Nikita London, 22 Davies Street, London, W1K 3DE: Looking for an opulent setting to let loose after a long day at the office? Nikita is for you – a Parisian-inspired champagne/cocktail/caviar club with luxe interiors and a regular events programme.
Little House, 2 Queen Street, London, W1J 5PA: If you love the amenities of global Soho House but prefer a more laid-back atmosphere, you’ll find it in Little House. With private apartments upstairs, Little House’s signature salon bar, drawing room, and restaurant are all on one for – providing you with a convenient place to drop in and relax when you need.
A Seamless Journey: Mayfair Transport Options
Why make your business home in Mayfair? Besides the decadent dining, variety of meeting space, and iconic members’ clubs, Mayfair is easily accessible no matter where you or your team is travelling from. By bus, underground, or rail, find any number of reliable, convenient transports throughout the neighbourhood.
By Tube: Oxford Circus, Bond Street, & Green Park
By Bus: N18, 94, N113, 139, 159, N3, 12, N15
By Rail: Oxford Circus, Tottenham Court Road, London Victoria, & Charing Cross
Whether you’re a Berkeley Square or Grosvenor Square Mayfarian, you’ll find endless options in this iconic neighbourhood for dining, entertaining, meeting, and thriving. In Mayfair, there’s a new opportunity around every corner – and most serve a good brunch!
Ready to make your HQ in Mayfair? Grafter can help. Get in touch with our sales team. Click below or email sales@grafterhouse.com to learn more about Mayfair House.