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The Barley Mow, Mayfair

Name: The Barley Mow, Mayfair
Address: 82 Duke Street, LONDON W1, LONDON, W1K 6JG, London, GB
Telephone: 0204 553 1414

A landmark Mayfair pub where Head Chef Chris Fordham-Smith crafts French-inspired British classics across a light-filled dining room and lively ground-floor bar.

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The Barley Mow Mayfair: French-Inspired Dining in London

The kitchen and French approach

Head Chef Chris Fordham-Smith leads the kitchen at The Barley Mow in London, applying a distinctly French sensibility to traditional British staples. The menu leans into refined techniques while keeping the warmth of a classic pub. This French cooking style has earned the venue a 2026 AA Rosette for culinary excellence. Guests can expect carefully composed plates that balance heritage ingredients with continental precision.

Dining spaces and atmosphere

The building splits its character between two levels. A full-length bar anchors the ground floor, offering stools and tables for casual drinks or Wednesday and Thursday live music sessions. Upstairs, the restaurant opens into a bright dining room draped in white tablecloths. The separate snug provides a quieter corner for private gatherings. Shepherd Market sits just outside the door.

Seasonal menus and weekend staples

Kitchen hours run from morning until late evening across the week. Friday through Monday breakfast service draws regulars who praise the weekday spreads. The Sunday roast remains a steady highlight, prepared with the same French-influenced methodology used throughout the week. Dessert and pudding options close out meals with lighter finishes. Booking ahead secures a table for both weekday lunches and weekend suppers.

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