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1 Mayfair’s spiritual home for foodies.
Mercato Mayfair: A Sustainable Food & Drink Venue in Mayfair, London.
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One of the most common questions I receive is whether there are any affordable places to eat in Mayfair. My response is always the same: yes, there are plenty of options that offer not only inexpensive meals but also well-cooked, high-quality food. In Mayfair, you’ll find pubs serving classic pub grub, as well as a variety of coffee bars and cafes with excellent menus. If I had to recommend the best spots, I’d suggest checking out North Audley Street, Mercato Mayfair food hall, and The Mayfair Chippy.
We covered the Mayfair Chippy in a previous article, so today is the turn of Mercato Mayfair. By strange coincidence, they are both located next to each other.
Mercato Mayfair Foodhall is an extraordinary sustainable food and drink venue situated within the stunning St. Mark’s Church on North Audley Street.
This vibrant culinary destination came to life by transforming a former church. This article will delve deeper into what makes Mercato Mayfair so special.
2 Overview-Mercato Mayfair History
Mercato Mayfair stands out as a remarkable permanent indoor food market situated in the heart of London’s upscale Mayfair district. Established in 2019 by Italian entrepreneur Andrea Rasca, this venue embodies a sustainable food and culture commitment. Inspired by the success of his initial venture, Mercato Metropolitano, in Milan, Italy, Rasca sought to replicate the experience in London. In 2016, he opened his first London location at Elephant & Castle, followed by Mercato Mayfair in 2019. The venue’s setting, the former St. Mark’s Church, is a Grade I-listed building with a rich history dating back to the 1820s. Having served various purposes over the years, including as a nightclub and restaurant, Rasca embarked on a two-year, £5 million restoration project to restore the church to its former glory.
3 Ethos
Mercato Mayfair’s ethos is a commitment to providing fresh, artisanal, and sustainably sourced food and ingredients. This commitment aligns perfectly with sustainability principles, a hallmark of Mercato’s five venues and gets a big tick from us.
The community spirit is alive and well at Mercato Mayfair, with a dedicated basement space hosting various community-based music events throughout the year.
4 Layout and Trading Partners
Mercato Mayfair spans three floors, offering a wealth of culinary experiences, below we list Mercato mayfair restaurants.
Entrance Hall
The journey begins in the entrance hall, home to the Nunhead Gardner Community Garden stores & Matcha Metrolitano, a traditional Japanese matcha.
Main Dining Hall (Ground Floor)
Here, you’ll find an array of food and drink concessions;
Dez Amore’s fresh pasta dishes once featured on Stanley Tucci’s Searching for Italy BBC programme.
Badiani’s iconic Italian Gelato & coffee shop.
German Kraft’s authentic German Beer, which is brewed in the basement.
Steamy & Co’s Bao dumplings and Ramen.
Jim & Tonic’s organic and artisanal gin
Fresco’s authentic Neapolitan Pizza.
Upstairs Balcony
For a unique perspective, venture to the upstairs balcony overlooking the main hall. Food & drink outlets upstairs.
Molo serves lobster and oysters and seafood.
Beast & Field offers grilled meat burgers and wine.
Spice Lab serves Malaysian Street Food.
Pad Thai House offers Asian street food.
Rico Coco presents a cocktail bar.
Soleado Spanish restaurant
Basement
Delve into the basement to discover BeBeMe’s wine bar and shop (located in the crypt), German Kraft’s brewery, Jim & Tonic’s distillery and Sushi Tonari.
5 The Experience
You will have probably guessed I’m a big fan of Mercato Mayfair and everything it stands for. I love the building and the vibe; it’s such a fun place to visit.
There are plenty of heavyweight restaurants in the area. Mercato Mayfair can go toe to toe with these and more than punch its weight.
So hats off to Andrea Rasca & the team at Mercato; it has become an important part of Mayfair’s culinary scene, loved by locals & visitors alike. So
Take time to experience the magic of Mercato Mayfair, where history meets sustainability in the heart of London’s Mayfair district.
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- Address: St. Mark’s, North Audley Street, London, W1k 6ZA
- Operating Hours: Mercato Mayfair is open seven days a week.
For more information and to explore Mercato Mayfair opening times, visit their official website.
Updated March 2025
