London has undergone a culinary revolution in recent years. Once known for its hotel dining rooms and reliance on tradition, the capital is now considered one of the most dynamic food cities in the world, home to more than seventy Michelin-starred restaurants and a thriving chef-led scene.
However, few places capture this transformation quite like Mayfair. Between its grand townhouses, galleries and ateliers, London’s most affluent neighbourhood has long been the heart of the capital's fine dining world and is proudly home to around twenty of the city’s Michelin-starred institutions. Its most celebrated eateries, such as Scott’s and Gymkhana, still set the benchmark, but they now share the stage with a new wave of kitchens that are built around seasonal produce and impeccable sourcing. Both contemporary influences and international talent are all reshaping what it means to eat out in one of London’s most exclusive postcodes.
Below are five of the newest restaurants that are defining Mayfair’s next chapter.
Shanghai Me
Shanghai Me, the glamorous Dubai and Doha export, is bringing its opulent take on Pan-Asian dining to London. Opening its doors in July 2025 and set high above Hyde Park in the Hilton’s 18th-floor restaurant space, the new Mayfair outpost channels the energy of 1930s Shanghai, featuring rich textures, cinematic lighting and a menu designed for indulgence.
Diners can expect dishes such as yellowtail carpaccio with black truffle, Cantonese-style roast duck with foie gras and caviar, spicy bluefin tuna oshizushi and braised beef short rib Shanghai-style. A lavish dim sum “library” is also set to feature, with bites that nod to the brand’s Middle Eastern originals.
Upstairs, the former Galvin bar is being reborn as Bund, a sultry lounge inspired by the Chinese zodiac and the golden age of travel. With its “Orient Express dream sequence” aesthetic, the space promises dramatic cocktails, sweeping city views and small plates that echo the main menu’s decadence. Roast duck with foie gras or shimmering slices of truffled yellowtail cement its status as one of Mayfair’s most exciting new arrivals.
Tobi Masa
Following his celebrated debut at the Harrods Dining Hall, world-renowned chef Masa Takayama is set to bring his signature artistry to Mayfair with Tobi Masa, opening soon within the prestigious Chancery Rosewood hotel on Grosvenor Square. Named after the Japanese word for “to fly”, Tobi embodies a spirit of freedom and creativity from the chef behind New York’s Masa, Bar Masa and Kappo Masa.
Sharing the spotlight with fellow New York restaurant Carbone, the venue will feature an intimate omakase counter, an elegant main dining room and a sleek standalone bar. Although full details remain closely guarded, Tobi Masa promises a Mayfair reinterpretation of the dishes that earned Takayama three Michelin stars. Diners can expect highlights such as Surimi Masa Pasta, Peking Duck Tacos and the chef’s acclaimed Masa Toro Tartare, alongside new creations crafted exclusively for London diners.
Serra, Mayfair
Opening its doors in September 2025 and also located inside Mayfair’s The Chancery Rosewood hotel, Serra is where the vibrant spirit of the Southern Mediterranean truly comes alive. Led by chef de cuisine Alex Povall, the restaurant has made itself right at home within one of London’s most luxurious hotels.
The space is exactly what you’d expect from a restaurant of this calibre — elegant yet welcoming — with soft sage banquettes, gold accents and textures of warm wood and rattan adding a personal touch. The dining room stretches out along Grosvenor Square and is flooded with natural light by day, glowing with brass art deco fixtures come evening.
Chef Povall’s menu celebrates the sunny side of the Med with subtle Italian and Greek influences, focusing on dishes built for sharing. Guests are encouraged to start with light, fresh plates from the raw and cured selection before moving on to generous sharing dishes and handmade pastas. Each plate is designed for easy dining, showcasing simple ingredients elevated through precise technique and plenty of olive oil.
The restaurant works closely with Mediterranean producers and local suppliers to source the best seasonal ingredients, from barrel-aged Greek feta to Sicilian lemons and ripe San Marzano tomatoes. Dishes and drinks evolve with the seasons, ensuring every visit feels vibrant and new while staying true to Serra’s spirit of warmth, flavour and sophistication.
Bonheur by Matt Abé
The first week of November saw the opening of Bonheur by Matt Abé, the long-awaited debut from the former chef-patron of Restaurant Gordon Ramsay. Sitting on Upper Brook Street, the restaurant takes over the historic site once home to Le Gavroche, continuing a legacy of fine dining.
The menu is ingredient-driven and technique-forward, leaning on classic French foundations while still reflecting Abé’s Australian roots. Guests are encouraged to order à la carte or dive into one of two tasting menus: Journey, a five-course exploration of flavour or Dream, a seven-course experience served at the intimate six-seat chef’s table, Petit Bonheur. The wine list, curated by Eric Zwiebel alongside Abé, champions both cult labels and hidden gems, with boutique Champagne house Henri Giraud among the highlights.
Inside, Russell Sage Studio has created a calm and intimate space, featuring a curved bar, soft lighting, velvet and leather seating, alongside abstract art by London painter Rajan. The palette of sage greens, sand tones and natural textures subtly nods to Abé’s Australian heritage and sets the tone for a restaurant that feels assured, elegant and unmistakably Mayfair.
Carbone London
Since its debut in New York City in 2012, Carbone has become synonymous with modern Italian glamour, paying tribute to the grand Italian restaurants of mid-century Manhattan.
Over the past decade, the restaurant has evolved into an international phenomenon, with outposts in Hong Kong, Dubai, Doha, Miami Beach and Riyadh. This autumn, the brand reached a significant milestone with its long-awaited arrival in Grosvenor Square, marking Carbone’s European debut and ninth opening.
Housed in the former American Embassy, the London restaurant is the brand’s largest and most ambitious location to date, spanning two levels and featuring a grand sweeping staircase and terrace. The menu remains true to the brand’s heritage, showcasing its celebrated signatures, the Spicy Rigatoni Vodka, Veal Parmesan, Caesar alla ZZ and Lemon Cheesecake, all crafted with the precision and theatricality that truly define the Carbone experience.
It’s a reminder that even in Mayfair, there’s always room for something new and for chefs bold enough to make their mark. With talent of global calibre and concepts spanning continents, these openings show that London’s most established dining district is far from static – a true snapshot of the capital’s dining scene in 2025.
