MR PORTER: WHERE MAYFAIR GLAMOUR MEETS BRITISH ELEGANCE
words by NATALIE GAL
At Mayfair, London, 22 Park Lane is home to a restaurant with a golden glow that captures Britishness at its core: MR PORTER Steakhouse, Bar & Lounge. Known for its unparalleled techniques and use of only the highest-quality ingredients, the menu is both chic and intricate — just like the setting.
Mayfair itself is a place of transformation. Once muddy farmland, it became a hub of entertainment, attracting artists, musicians, and showmen to its namesake annual fair — hence, May Fair (simple, right?). By the 18th century, aristocratic families began shaping the area we recognise today: elegant, symmetrical facades and grand architecture that define London’s most glamorous district.
Now, is there a better place for MR PORTER? Hardly! The restaurant fits perfectly into Mayfair’s image —glamorous, elegant, and undeniably sexy. The 360-degree bar serves exquisite cocktails that elevate the experience. Take the LOVE POTION — a mix of Mastiha liqueur and rum under a cotton candy cloud, crowned with raspberry and rose foam. Or the FRENCH TOUCH, a Parisian-inspired blend of vodka, citrus and apricot liqueurs, peach, and champagne. Chic-ness in a glass!
And then — the dishes! British cuisine is brilliantly represented here, reimagined with a modern, global twist. Think fusion delights like Roast Beef Carpaccio, Avocado Carpaccio with Beluga Caviar, or the vibrant Prawn Salad with grilled corn, avocado, and dried chili sauce. Don’t miss the Taboon Oven-Roasted Sea Bass in Adobo, or timeless classics like the Ribeye on the Bone or Lady Mignon.
Is MR PORTER my next go-to spot on my next London trip? Have no doubt, dear reader. And I hope it’ll be yours too. One simply can’t resist that London elegance — that Bond-esque daydream — and MR PORTER captures it perfectly.