116 at The Athenaeum
Mayfair, London
Restaurant in London, United Kingdom
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
A practical Mayfair hotel-restaurant choice for breakfast, lunch, or an easy meal near Green Park. Book it for convenience and calm pacing rather than a destination food experience; for a sharper dining identity, compare it with Pavyllon London, El Pirata, or Labombe by Trivet first.
About 116 at The Athenaeum
For 116 at The Athenaeum in London, the practical signals are simple: it is open daily from 7 AM to 10 PM, the dress code is smart casual. For cuisine, menu format, chef, prices, awards, booking difficulty, seating, or signature dishes, check directly with the venue before planning around a specific culinary style.
Because the hours run from morning through evening every day, the venue may suit plans that need timing flexibility in London. Check the current meal format at different times of day before assuming a particular lunch, dinner, bar, tasting-menu, or takeaway setup.
Use it for flexible London timing, not for specific culinary plans
The venue's clearest advantage is its daily 7 AM to 10 PM schedule. That makes it easier to consider when a plan needs a broad opening window, with plans grounded in the basics: hours and smart-casual dress. For cuisine, chef, price point, dining-room format, or awards recognition, check directly with the venue.
If the meal is important enough to compare options, look at 116 at The Athenaeum alongside other London dining rooms with clearer published details. Comparison venues such as The Terrace at The Athenaeum, Pavyllon London, Mercante, Labombe by Trivet, El Pirata may be worth checking directly depending on the kind of meal you want, but their individual formats should be confirmed before choosing.
Who should book, who should look elsewhere
Book if the priority is a London venue with daily hours and a smart-casual dress code. Look elsewhere, or confirm directly, if the decision depends on cuisine, price, menu style, chef, dietary accommodations, bar seating, takeaway, delivery, or a special-occasion brief.
For broader browsing, use the London restaurants guide. If the plan extends beyond restaurants, also see London hotels, London bars, London experiences.
Quick read: 116 at The Athenaeum is best assessed on the basics: London location, daily 7 AM to 10 PM hours, smart-casual dress.
Planning details
- Location
- 116 Piccadilly, London W1J 7BJ, United Kingdom
- Website
- athenaeumhotel.com/restaurant-bar/116-at-the-athenaeum
- Phone
- +44 20 7499 3464
Venue details
Ambiance
Relaxed yet chic interiors with thoughtful service, inviting atmosphere, calm retreat from the city.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Chestnut Mushroom Soup
- Pan Seared Scallop
- Afternoon Tea
Planning details
Location
116 Piccadilly, London W1J 7BJ, United Kingdom · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- The Terrace at The Athenaeum, Notable alternative
- El Pirata, Tapas Bar, Tapas Bar
- Mercante, Notable alternative
- Labombe by Trivet, Notable alternative
- Pavyllon London, French Contemporary, ££££
Restaurant context
How it compares in Mayfair
The Terrace at The Athenaeum is the closest like-for-like comparison: choose between the two based on the room and mood you want rather than a major price or cuisine distinction. 116 at The Athenaeum is the safer pick for a simple indoor hotel meal; The Terrace is the better cross-shop if outdoor-feeling atmosphere matters more.
El Pirata has a clearer tapas-bar identity, so it is a better choice for a casual group meal where sharing plates and energy matter. Mercante and Labombe by Trivet are stronger alternatives when the group wants a more defined restaurant plan rather than hotel convenience.
Pavyllon London sits at a higher ££££ French Contemporary tier and is the better splurge call if the meal is the occasion. 116 at The Athenaeum is easier to justify when the table needs to be central, simple, low-effort.
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Compare 116 at The Athenaeum
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 116 at The Athenaeum | London | ; | ; | No published awards |
| The Terrace at The Athenaeum | London | ; | ; | No published awards |
| El Pirata | London | Tapas Bar | ; | 2026 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended2025 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #8152024 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #6752023 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended |
| Mercante | London | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Labombe by Trivet | London | ; | ; | Star Wine Lists 2026Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 20262026 OAD Newly Added European Restaurants2026 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended2026 Michelin Plate |
| Pavyllon London | London | French Contemporary | ££££ | 2026 AA 3-Rosette RestaurantsMichelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 20262026 OAD Classical in Europe Highly Recommended2026 OAD Newly Added European Restaurants2026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 Michelin 1 Star2024 Michelin 1 Star |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to 116 at The Athenaeum in London?
For another option, consider The Terrace at The Athenaeum. Other London comparison venues to check include Pavyllon London, Mercante, Labombe by Trivet, El Pirata; confirm current menus, prices, booking details directly before deciding.
How far ahead should I book 116 at The Athenaeum?
116 at The Athenaeum is open daily from 7 AM to 10 PM. Confirm availability directly for the date and time you want.
Can I eat at the bar at 116 at The Athenaeum?
If bar seating matters, confirm directly before you go; otherwise, plan around the basics of London location, daily 7 AM to 10 PM hours, smart-casual dress.
What should I wear to 116 at The Athenaeum?
The dress code is smart casual. Choose neat, polished clothing rather than relying on a formal dress requirement.
Is lunch or dinner better at 116 at The Athenaeum?
The venue is open 7 AM to 10 PM daily, so choose a time that fits your plan and confirm current service details directly with the venue.
