MICHAEL CAINES at The Stafford

MICHELIN-starred Michael Caines at The Stafford brings Michael Caines MBE’s distinctive approach to modern British dining to the heart of St James’s, moments from Mayfair.

Showcasing the very best seasonal British ingredients and responsibly sourced produce, the menus reflect Michael’s commitment to sustainability, provenance and flavour, with dishes created for The Stafford alongside signatures inspired by Lympstone Manor.

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Contact us via email at dining@thestaffordlondon.com

or by phone on +44(0)2075181234

Opening Times:

Breakfast
Monday to Friday, 7am to 10.30am
Saturday & Sunday, 7.30am to 11am
Lunch
Monday to Friday, 12pm to 2:30pm
Saturday & Sunday, 12.30pm to 2.30pm
Afternoon Tea
Monday to Sunday, 2.30pm to 4.30pm
Dinner
Monday to Sunday, 6pm to 9:30pm

Dress code

Kindly note that the dress code is smart casual. We respectfully request that sportswear, athletic trainers, shorts, or ripped jeans are not to be worn.

A top-down view of a fine dining table at Michael Caines at The Stafford, with two people toasting white wine, elegant plated dishes, a bread roll, butter, and a purple flower centerpiece on a white tablecloth.

Menus

Whether you’re beginning the day with a refined breakfast, savouring a relaxed lunch, indulging in a traditional afternoon tea or enjoying an elegant evening meal, dining at MICHAEL CAINES at The Stafford is exceptional from morning to night.

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A plated dish from The Game Bird menus featuring a layered vegetable terrine with eggplant, zucchini, and red pepper, garnished with basil leaves and cherry tomato halves, surrounded by a yellow sauce.

A gourmet dish from The Game Bird menus featuring three upright asparagus spears set in a green mousse ring, garnished with edible flowers, small vegetables, leafy greens, and caramelized nuts on a white plate.

A gourmet dish from The Game Bird menus featuring seared meat slices, glazed pork belly, green vegetable puree, asparagus, and garnishes of edible flowers and leaves, artfully arranged on a white plate.

Lunch From £48

To celebrate one year of Michael Caines at The Stafford, our weekly changing lunch menu is now available at £48 for three courses or £58 for four. With three seasonal menus rotating throughout the month, each menu showcases British produce with seasonality and responsible sourcing at its heart.

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A gourmet dish from Michael Caines at The Stafford features two slices of white fish with herbs and black specks, garnished with blue edible flowers and greens, served in a creamy yellow sauce with diced vegetables.

A gourmet dish inspired by The Game Bird menus, featuring a seared slice of medium-rare meat, roasted potatoes, vegetables topped with a green leaf, and drizzles of brown sauce and herb oil, artfully arranged on a white plate.

A gourmet dessert at Michael Caines at The Stafford features a red, textured dome topped with a white chocolate flower, two red quenelles, creamy dollops, caramelized nuts, small green herbs, and a curved white chocolate decoration on a white plate.

Discovery Menu

As Michael Caines at The Stafford approaches its first anniversary, we invite you to discover the five-course Discovery Menu, created to celebrate both this milestone and the hotel’s first MICHELIN star. Whether you’re joining us for a leisurely lunch, a pre-theatre dinner or your first visit, it’s the perfect introduction.

5 courses £95 per person | Available 6:00pm – 9:30pm

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An elegant afternoon tea setup at Michael Caines at The Stafford with tiered trays of assorted pastries and desserts, plates of sandwiches and sliders, teapots, cups, a glass of champagne, and vases of yellow and white flowers on a wooden table.

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Afternoon Tea

Our Award of Excellence Afternoon Tea features dainty finger sandwiches, homemade scones and a selection of seasonal pastries, created by our pastry chefs, runners-up on Bake Off: The Professionals. Combining classic favourites with exceptional pâtisserie, it’s an afternoon tea that’s as memorable as the setting itself.

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A young boy sits at a table enjoying a cupcake during afternoon tea. A toy dog and a gold crown rest on the table beside him as he looks towards the camera in a cozy indoor setting.

A tea party invitation, a sealed envelope, a gold crown, and a tray with scones and jam are arranged on a polished wooden table, perfectly capturing the charm of afternoon tea.

Mini Royals

Inspired by our neighbours at Buckingham Palace, the Mini Royals Afternoon Tea invites little kings and queens to enjoy their very own royal experience at The Stafford London. This experience is available daily from 2:30pm – 4:30pm.

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A white brick wall with four framed vintage-style illustrations and a black metal wall sconce with candles sets the mood for wine tasting, next to decorative wrought iron gates in a dimly lit, rustic interior.

A woman with long hair holds a glass of Veuve Clicquot champagne at a table in the Enemigo Tequila Courtyard, with food partially visible in the foreground and blurred greenery in the background.

What’s On

There’s always something happening at Michael Caines at The Stafford. From intimate wine dinners in our 400-year-old Wine Cellar to seasonal menus and special dining events, explore what’s coming up and plan your next visit.

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