Mayfair
This showcases our coverage of Mayfair, London’s premier dining and hospitality district, known for luxury venues, flagship restaurants, and high-spend clientele. We report on fine dining launches, chef appointments, brand expansions, and operational strategy from some of the UK’s most prestigious operators. With insights into premium pricing models, guest experience design, and elite F&B service, this is essential reading for executives, restaurateurs, and hospitality professionals navigating or benchmarking against the high-end market.
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Aug- 2023 -10 AugustRestaurants
Sexy Fish to launch third site in Manchester
Caprice Holdings’ Asian-inspired restaurant, Sexy Fish, has announced the opening of its third global outpost in Manchester this autumn. Following the style of its flagships in London’s Mayfair and Miami’s Brickell district, the new restaurant will feature artwork from international artist Damien Hirst, including three giant sculptures incorporating creatures from…
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7 AugustRestaurants
Geode to open in Knightsbridge
Neha Beriwala of Arrow Hospitality, who’s restaurant portfolio includes Kutir in Chelsea and Manthan in Mayfair, has announced the launch of Geode on Beauchamp Place in Knightsbridge. Geode, a vibe-dining concept introduced to Knightsbridge by Salvatore Broccu and Marios Louvaris (formerly of Novikov Group), focuses on contrast and theatrical experiences…
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Jul- 2023 -25 JulyRestaurants
The Avocado Show to open new Covent Garden restaurant
The Avocado Show has announced the launch of its new Covent Garden restaurant this summer, following the success of its Mayfair site. The Avocado Show Covent Garden will serve breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner all made from sustainably sourced avocados. A new addition to the Covent Garden location is a…
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13 JulyRestaurants
Bocconcino to open second site in Soho
Following the success of Italian restaurant Bocconcino in Mayfair, Mikhail Gokhner is set to open a second site in London’s Soho on 15 September. Located on 58 Great Marlborough Street, Bocconcino will specialise in Italian fare with a “contemporary flair”, including wood-fired pizzas, handmade pasta and cicchetti. With capacity for…
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6 JulyNews
Mercato Metropolitano crowns winner of rent-free tenure
London-based sustainable food market, Mercato Metropolitano, has announced the first trading partner that will be setting up shop at its brand-new Ilford sustainable community food market. Arjun Manikandan, from Ilford, has been crowned MM’s official ‘dreaMMer’ and winner of the dreaMM initiative, securing a three-month, rent-free tenure for his business…
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Jun- 2023 -16 JuneRestaurants
Yo! Sushi owner sold to Japanese investor group for £485m
The Snowfox Group, owner of Yo! Sushi, has agreed a deal to be acquired by Japanese investor group Zensho Holdings for $621m (£485m). As a result of the agreement Mayfair Equity Partners will fully exit Snowfox after first investing in Yo! in 2015. The terms of transaction are to be…
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6 JuneRestaurants
Amethyst set to close following Carlo Scotto departure
Amethyst restaurant in Mayfair, London is set to close after chef Carlo Scotto announced his departure citing “differences with his business partners”. The restaurant was opened in 2021 and its opening was announced by Scotto while he was head chef of Xier in Marylebone, London. The restaurant was listed in…
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May- 2023 -30 MayRestaurants
Yannick Alléno to open Pavyllon London on 1 July 2023
Yannick Alléno, one of the world’s most Michelin-starred chefs, has announced the launch of Pavyllon London, his debut London restaurant in Mayfair, on 1 July 2023. Set within Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane, Alléno’s first venture in the city will feature a restaurant, bar, private dining room, and…
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10 MayRestaurants
George Club reopens after year-long refurb
George, a heritage private members’ club, is reopening its doors in June 2023 after a year-long refurbishment. Located in Mayfair, the club is designed by Richard Caring and spearheaded by Patricia Caring. George features the “largest” covered and heated terrace, a wide collection of works by esteemed artist David Hockney…
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Mar- 2023 -30 MarchCafes and Coffee Shops
The Gentlemen Baristas opens new roastery in Stratford
The Gentlemen Baristas, specialty roasters and coffee houses, has opened a new roastery and experience centre in Stratford. The aim of the site is to provide an inclusive environment for education and training for not only the business but for the entire coffee community. The 12,000 sq ft site in…
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