Mistress of Mayfair

Hidden in a basement at 48-49 St James’s Street, Mistress of Mayfair launched in early 2024, transforming a former club space into a decadent venue evoking late-night Parisian glamour with modern French cuisine. The concept draws from historic clandestine tunnels nearby, once used for discreet liaisons, now reimagined as an intimate restaurant and after-hours members’ lounge playing funk, soul, and disco. A roaming Champagne trolley and DJ sets extend evenings into the early hours (members-only after 11pm on select nights), creating a seamless shift from dining to revelry. In Mayfair’s luxury quarter, it attracts a discerning crowd for romantic escapes or group celebrations, including bachelor parties seeking an atmospheric launchpad for West End nights.

Descending into the subterranean space reveals red velvet drapes, plush banquet seating, burgundy tones, leather furnishings, and muted chandelier lighting that casts an inviting glow. Velvet booths line walls for privacy, while a central bar anchors the action amid sultry accents. The layout flows to semi-private areas for smaller gatherings, with energy starting intimate at opening and building to lively as music rises. Staff provide polished guidance, performing subtle tableside elements while maintaining a relaxed pace suited for lingering meals that evolve into cocktails.

The menu focuses on refined French classics with contemporary touches, ideal for sharing. Cold starters feature oysters classique or nouveau, Sturia Oscietra caviar with blinis, or lobster roll in brioche with truffle hollandaise. Highlights include seared diver scallops with Jerusalem artichoke, chicken jus, and pomelo; Seabass Dugléré in tomato-butter sauce with dill and samphire; grilled poussin with lemon pepper jus; and Sole Meunière prepared with butter, lemon, and capers. Sides span pommes purée, frites, or dauphinoise, plus salads like Niçoise. Desserts offer balanced indulgence.

A full dinner with drinks averages £200-350 per person, aligning with premium ingredients and the opulent Mayfair setting among French-inspired restaurants. The cocktail list complements with classics and signatures.

Direct bookings can be made online at mistressofmayfair.com (via their reservation system), by email at reservations@mistressofmayfair.com, or by phone at +44 (0) 203 727 6997.

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