MICHAEL CAINES at The Stafford

Where Modern European Cuisine Meets Timeless Elegance.

The Stafford London is proud to unveil its new restaurant: MICHAEL CAINES at The Stafford, created in collaboration with the celebrated Michelin-starred chef. Marking Caines’ first London residency, the restaurant introduces his signature modern European cuisine to one of the capital’s most iconic settings, creating a new culinary destination in the heart of St. James’s.

Set against the timeless elegance of The Stafford, the restaurant offers a refined destination dining experience. The menu celebrates the best of British seasonal produce, blending new and exclusive creations with Caines’ renowned dishes from Lympstone Manor, alongside cherished classics from The Stafford’s own heritage.

Whether you are discovering his cuisine for the first time or are a long-standing admirer, MICHAEL CAINES at The Stafford brings a fresh, sophisticated expression of contemporary dining to the heart of Mayfair and St. James’s.

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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 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. Showcasing the very best seasonal British ingredients, responsibly sourced produce, the menu reflects Michael’s commitment to sustainability, provenance and exceptional flavour. 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 | 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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