sketch – A Whimsical Fine Dining Experience in Mayfair

A House of Culinary and Artistic Play

Located in the heart of Mayfair, sketch occupies a historic 18th-century townhouse transformed into a fantastical, multi-room dining and drinking destination. Conceived by restaurateur Mourad Mazouz and masterminded by French chef Pierre Gagnaire, sketch is less a single restaurant and more a curated experience of art, design, and haute cuisine. The space unfolds across several distinct rooms, each with its own personality: the Gallery with its pastel pink palette and egg-shaped pods, the Lecture Room & Library with its opulent, library-like grandeur, and the Glade with its lush, garden-inspired setting. Together, they form a theatrical backdrop for a dining experience that is as much about visual spectacle as it is about taste.

Michelin-Starred Excellence in the Lecture Room & Library

The crown jewel of sketch is the Lecture Room & Library, a three-Michelin-starred restaurant where French and modern European haute cuisine reaches its peak. Here, the kitchen executes intricate, multi-course tasting menus that showcase technical precision, seasonal ingredients, and Gagnaire’s signature style of deconstructed, multi-element plates. Each dish is presented as a work of art, with careful attention to balance, texture, and flavor. The dining room itself is a sumptuous, almost surreal space: dark wood, rich fabrics, and an atmosphere of quiet luxury that contrasts with the more flamboyant Gallery. Service is polished and attentive, matching the elevated expectations of a world-class fine dining destination.

Afternoon Tea and All-Day Dining in the Gallery

The Gallery is sketch’s most famous and photographed space, a pastel-hued, whimsical room filled with pink velvet, egg-shaped seating pods, and contemporary art. It is here that sketch’s afternoon tea has become an institution, served on tiered stands with delicate finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam, and an array of exquisite pastries. The Gallery also offers all-day dining, from breakfast and brunch to lunch and dinner, featuring refined European dishes and an extensive cocktail list. The atmosphere is lively and social, making it a popular choice for celebrations, fashion shoots, and visitors seeking a truly unique London dining moment.

Design, Atmosphere, and the Sketch Experience

Beyond the food, sketch is celebrated for its bold, ever-evolving interior design. The spaces are curated like art installations, with rotating exhibitions, playful furniture, and a sense of theatricality that invites guests to step into a different world. The restrooms, in particular, have become destinations in their own right, each themed and decorated with the same level of creativity as the dining rooms. Music, from live string trios to curated playlists, adds to the immersive atmosphere. Whether you’re here for a multi-course tasting menu or a glass of champagne in the Gallery, sketch offers an experience that is as much about mood, design, and sensory delight as it is about the plate in front of you.