From Manhattan to Mayfair

Due to popular demand and critical acclaim, New York institution Dante - which has been in residence at Claridge’s since last year - will open a permanent restaurant and bar at the hotel this Summer. Claridge’s Restaurant closed for final service on Sunday 10th May 2026 until the middle of June when the doors will reopen, reimagined as Dante Mayfair, fully operated by legendary New York restaurateurs Linden Pride and Nathalie Hudson.

Commenting on this significant move, Claridge’s Managing Director Thomas Kochs said, “We have loved seeing the energy the team at Dante have brought to Claridge’s, and bringing the magic of Manhattan to Mayfair has truly resonated with Londoners. The goal is to make this restaurant the living room of Mayfair, a relaxed spot with great food, wonderful people and, of course, a buzzing atmosphere thanks to Dante’s signature Martini hour, and soulful live music.”

Dante co-founder Linden Pride said, “We are so proud to call Claridge’s, and London, our new home. At Dante Mayfair, we will amp up the volume on our New York roots across design, menu, and music, aiming to bring an impish sense of fun to Davies Street. That sense of a neighbourhood that Dante’s created for decades in New York? Mayfair’s about to feel it!”

ABOUT CLARIDGE’S
At the centre of London's Mayfair, Claridge's, operated by Maybourne, embodies grand English style, timeless glamour, and intuitive and highly tailored service. It is London's Art Deco jewel, and home to elegant rooms and suites. From London's finest afternoon tea in The Foyer, to drinks in The Fumoir, Claridge’s Bar and The Painter’s Room, and indeed now Claridge’s Bakery, all are part of the hotel's unique splendour and charm.

ABOUT DANTE
An adored Greenwich Village neighbourhood restaurant and bar established in 1915, Caffe Dante celebrates the traditional way of community in New York City. With over 100 years of history, Dante honours the simplicity of gathering with friends over authentic Italian-Australian food and world-class drinks. With the reopening of the restaurant in 2015, Australian owners Linden Pride and Natalie Hudson seek to preserve Dante’s original heritage whilst striving for innovation, taking influences from the global ingredients that New Yorkers have learned to love and seek out. Most recently, Dante has earned top honours, including Number 1 World’s 50 Best Bars, Time Out New York’s Bar of the Year, and World’s Best Bar and Best American Restaurant Bar at the Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards.
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Maybourne: zzpressoffice@maybourne.com