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The most fun restaurants in Mayfair

Where there's money to be spent, there's usually something fun going on—and Mayfair's restaurants prove that point perfectly. Although the area is usually known for being posh and high-end, this part of the city also boasts a plethora of fun restaurants to wine and dine at. Whether you want front-row seats at a kitchen counter or you just want wacky interiors to post on your grid, Mayfair's got you covered. Here's where to go when you're looking for somewhere fun to dine in Mayfair.

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Jessica Dellow
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      Amazónico A design masterpiece
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      Sketch A fairytale spot
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      Coya An immersive dining experience
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      Sabor As fun as it is delicious
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      Gymkhana A must-visit for luxurious Indian cuisine
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      Kitty Fisher's Playful and cheeky
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      The Ritz Restaurant The height of elegance
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      Humo Wood-fired dining
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      Umu Michelin star Japanese
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      Sketch That famous pink room
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      Sketch Striking and arty
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      Sketch A culinary journey in an unforgettable setting

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Amazónico

A design masterpiece

Take a trip to the Amazon without stepping foot outside of London at Amazónico in Mayfair. This vibrant restaurant brings the rainforest to Mayfair with its lush decor, colourful Latin American-inspired menu, and lively entertainment. There's an aquarium-themed sushi bar and a DJ booth where there's a rotating roster of live musicians and in-house DJs, as well as a main restaurant area with a job-lot of plants. Cocktails are served in wacky glasses, like monkey heads and peacocks, and food comes plated looking like little works of art, taking inspiration from Amazonian regions, combined with influences of the Asia and the Mediterranean.

Sketch (The Glade) – Fun restaurants in Mayfair
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Sketch

A fairytale spot

The Glade at Sketch is a daytime hotspot for breakfast and lunch, serving egg-focused dishes and plant-based options, while evenings bring cocktails in a whimsical vibe. In 2012, the space was reinvented into a woodland fantasy, featuring tree-themed wall coverings and grass-like carpets. Later, vibrant splashes of colour were added, transforming it into the enchanting, fairytale-inspired dining room it's known as today. Don't forget to take a selfie inside Sketch's iconic space-pod toilets.

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Coya

An immersive dining experience

Coya is more than just a place to wine and dine, this fun restaurant is an immersive sensory experience. Coya is a combination of Peruvian cuisine, art, and music, with bold interiors featuring lush greenery, contemporary murals, and intricate textures. The menu is inspired by Spanish, Chinese, and Japanese techniques, including things like ceviche, tacos, and shareable dishes like Wagyu brisket. It's widely known for its lively brunches with music and entertainment, including flamboyantly-dressed dancers. There's also a bar serving  cocktails and a wide selection of rum, tequila, and wine where you can chill pre-or post-dinner.

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Sabor – Fun restaurants in Mayfair
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Sabor – Fun restaurants in Mayfair
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Sabor

As fun as it is delicious

Sabor is a Michelin-starred hotspot in Soho that takes guests on a culinary voyage through the diverse cuisines of Spain. The atmosphere is lively and there's three unique dining areas to choose from. The Counter offers an interactive experience, seating guests by the open kitchen for tapas like piquillo croquetas. Upstairs, El Asador focuses on wood-fired dishes like suckling pig, while the bar serves quick bites, Spanish wines, and cocktails.

Gymkhana – Fun restaurants in Mayfair
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Gymkhana – Fun restaurants in Mayfair
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Gymkhana

A must-visit for luxurious Indian cuisine

Gymkhana in Mayfair combines colonial Indian club vibes with two-Michelin-star flair in a stylish space with a lively bar and intimate private vaults. The menu is exotic and includes standout dishes like tandoori kebabs, curries, and biryanis, paired with signature cocktails and fine international wines. The restaurant spans two levels, each reflecting the charm of old India.

Kitty Fisher's

Playful and cheeky

This atmospheric Mayfair restaurant is named after an 18th-century courtesan and playfully pairs traditional British cuisine with Spanish flair. The British menu is award-winning, think pork chops paired with salsa verde. The setting is chic and sophisticated, enhanced by a bold cocktail menu, where cheekily named drinks like Hanky Panky and Dalliance are a favourite.

The Ritz Restaurant

The height of elegance

The Ritz is a legendary London five-star hotel located in the heart of Mayfair, with luxurious suites and rooms with views of the bustling streets outside. You can channel Bridgerton vibes here, since the place is so grand, with Franco-American influences. It's all about elegant fine-dining here, which can be enjoyed in the opulent Ritz Restaurant. They also serve one of the most famous afternoon teas in London, served in the stunning surroundings of The Ritz London Palm Court.

Humo

Wood-fired dining

Humo is another exciting dining spot in Mayfair that comes from the team behind renowned restaurants Endo and Sumi. This particular restaurant centres around a large wood-fired grill, where a range of grilled delicacies are plated up enhanced by British wood flavours. The burnished bronze interior sets a stylish backdrop, especially if you're partaking in the exclusive chef's table experience.

Umu

Michelin star Japanese

As soon as you walk into the chic Japanese restaurant in Mayfair, the chefs all stop what they are doing to greet you from behind the sleek sushi counter. This Michelin-starred Kyoto-inspired restaurant pairs exceptional cooking with Japanese cuisine in a sleek, Asian setting. The focus is on high-quality line-caught fish from Cornwall and the British Isles, with menus that features sushi, sashimi, and daily seafood specials. Executive chef Ryo Kamatsu employs the traditional Ikejime technique, a centuries-old method known for its freshness and humane approach to preparing fish, ensuring each dish is of the highest quality. They also serve a wide range of Japanese sake.

Sketch

That famous pink room

The Gallery, once known as the 'Big White Cube', is now an Insta-worthy millennial pink dining room, famous for its pink chairs and art by David Shrigley. It was redesigned in 2012 by artist Yinka Shonibare and designer India Mahvani, and later further revamped with copper walls and yellow seating. Guests can enjoy afternoon tea or dinner from an à la carte menu featuring meat, fish, and vegetable dishes, accompanied by a live classical string trio daily.

Sketch

Striking and arty

The Parlour is a lively street-facing bar serving cocktails, breakfast, lunch, and light bites. Over the years, it has evolved through various styles, with the latest design by Andres Ros Soto featuring vibrant, clashing prints and a striking neon light installation. It's a wasky place to enjoy a bite to eat, with interiors that are fully fit for your Instagram grid.

Sketch

A culinary journey in an unforgettable setting

Fine dining meets surrealism at this three-Michelin-starred restaurant led by renowned chef Pierre Gagnaire. Guests are welcomed via a dramatic dark corridor before heading up a red-carpeted staircase into an opulent, ballroom-style dining room decorated with white-linen tables. The menu features creative, theatrical cuisine, with options for both à la carte and tasting menus, available for lunch and dinner.

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