Dover Street Counter

Hidden behind a heavy, floor-to-ceiling velvet curtain on one of Mayfair's most storied avenues, Dover Street Counter is a high-energy, all-day diner that injects a dose of rebellious, East London swagger into central London’s luxury dining scene. The playful sibling to its nearby neighbour, The Dover, this slick eatery balances retro Americana nostalgia with refined Milanese architecture, featuring a polished chrome counter wrapping around an open kitchen, ambient Art Deco lighting, and a soulful, loud soundtrack of '90s hip-hop and R&B.

The menu, designed by Executive Chef Hamish Brown, mimics the ultimate globally inspired hotel room service menu - serving elevated, luxe interpretations of classic comfort food that don't take themselves too seriously. Diners can slide onto a steel bar stool to feast on everything from an exceptional, cartoonishly perfect classic cheeseburger to a decadent sourdough tuna melt made with Red Leicester, or the messy, multi-napkin thrill of a short rib French Dip sandwich bound with funky Taleggio cheese.

Paired with a remarkably well-priced cocktail list featuring a dedicated menu of eight creative Margaritas, Dover Street Counter stands out as an irresistible, effortlessly cool Mayfair haven.