Hawksmoor opens new restaurant at refurbished St Pancras London Hotel

Hawksmoor has opened its eighth London restaurant following a 10-week refurbishment of the St Pancras London Hotel carried out by interior architecture studio Macaulay Sinclair.

The Grade I listed building – originally designed by Victorian Gothic Revival architect Sir George Gilbert Scott – was first used as the coffee room for St Pancras station between 1873 and 1935 before later serving as railway offices. 

The latest project has converted the space into a 95-cover restaurant with an adjoining 60-seat Martini Bar behind a revolving door. A chef’s table and a private dining room, each seating 12, are located on the basement floor.

Macaulay Sinclair’s scheme draws on the building’s existing architecture, preserving original structural features and highlighting the triple-height ceiling, mosaic flooring and stained-glass windows. 

The design includes a crescent-shaped internal wall, newly installed mirrors referencing window details from St Pancras International station, and upgraded flooring and drapery. The terrace at the front of the building has been fitted with heaters and planting, alongside an outside kitchen and bar planned to operate in summer.

Director Mike Sinclair said the project was delivered to a compressed schedule, describing it as the 14th collaboration between the two organisations. He said: “Of all the Hawksmoor projects we have delivered, this has certainly been one of the grandest spaces we’ve worked in. Conceptually, this has been a dream project, and we’re proud to be part of the building’s story alongside Hawksmoor.

“This was challenging due to the record timeframe – with just four weeks for planning and six weeks for delivery. Logistically, this was a huge task that required fast-paced decisions, strong communication and extensive expertise to deliver the standard required. However, this amazing space has really come together to showcase a Hawksmoor concept that celebrates the original design while offering something new and exciting.”

Mai Yee Ng, Hawksmoor design director, added: “We love working with heritage buildings, and they don’t come much more spectacular than this Grade 1*-listed masterpiece by one of Britain’s most important architects, Sir George Gilbert Scott. 

“This has been the tightest turnaround of any project we’ve taken on, and working with our friends at Macaulay Sinclair has been invaluable. The result is incredible – a unique space that honours the fabric of the building, whilst weaving in familiar Hawksmoor features.”

Hawksmoor St Pancras opened on 22 November at St Pancras London on Euston Road in north London.