Claro London
St. James's, London
Restaurant in London, United Kingdom
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Claro London works when St James convenience and wine-list credibility matter more than a tightly defined cuisine brief. Star Wine List recognition gives it a useful drinks-led reason to book, but diners who need a known price band or specific cooking style should compare it with Wild Honey St James, Bistrot at Wild Honey, Imperial Treasure, or Milos London first.
About Claro London
Claro London is a London restaurant with opening hours that make it a flexible option across the week. It has a smart casual dress code, published hours from midday on weekdays, earlier opening on weekends, Star Wine List recognition in 2026.
The safest way to assess Claro London is as a practical London booking. Diners who need a specific cuisine, spend level, menu structure, signature dish, chef details, price band, or service style should check those details directly before booking.
Choose it for London flexibility and practical details
Claro London's hours are Mon–Fri 12 PM–12 AM, Sat 11 AM–12 AM, Sun 11 AM–6 PM. The dress code is smart casual. Star Wine List recognition gives the venue a point of distinction. For more specific questions about the list, the food, or the format, check directly with the restaurant.
For broader London planning, it sits in the same decision map as options in the London restaurants guide. Hotel and bar planning can be handled separately through the London hotels guide and London bars guide.
Where it fits against more defined London choices
If you are comparing Claro London with other London restaurants, consider how much detail you need before booking. Wild Honey St James, Bistrot at Wild Honey, Imperial Treasure, Milos London, Jom Makan may be useful names to compare, depending on what matters most for the occasion.
The practical takeaway is simple: choose Claro London when its London location, smart casual dress code, opening hours, Star Wine List recognition fit the plan. If the group needs cuisine, pricing, dishes, allergy handling, or a specific service format in advance, check directly with the restaurant before committing.
Planning details
- Location
- 12 Waterloo Pl, London SW1Y 4AU, United Kingdom
- Reservations
- Book on SevenRooms
- Website
- claro-london.com
- Phone
- +44 20 4580 1429
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Claro London sits squarely within St James's formal dining tradition while presenting contemporary Mediterranean cooking. The copy frames the restaurant against an architecturally weighty address and a neighbourhood where tablecloth service and deep wine lists set expectations. The kitchen's sourcing-led approach reads as a modern editorial stance layered onto classical technique, and the White Star recognition for the wine list underscores a serious, considered program. Overall the room feels rooted in London’s dining history but executed with present-day clarity — restrained, carefully curated and purposefully polished.
Best For
Claro is best for evening meals and occasions that put wine at the center of the evening. The venue’s White Star-recognized list and the discussion of cellar depth make it a natural choice for diners who come prepared to explore bottles, whether for business dinners, celebrations or a thoughtful date night. Brunch is also offered, but the restaurant’s strengths — formal dining rhythms and a sourcing-driven menu — align most strongly with dinner service and occasions where the wine selection matters as much as the food.
Ordering Tips
Treat the wine list as a primary ordering reference: the White Star nod signals breadth, provenance and pricing integrity, and many guests consult the list before they arrive. On the food side, shareable and signature plates work well in this setting — the Lamb Platter and Monkfish Shawarma are highlighted among the venue’s signatures, with lighter options such as the Market Salad and Frena Bread providing contrast. If you care about pairing, arrive with a sense of the bottle range you prefer and ask staff for context on provenance and sourcing.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm, inviting, and dimly lit with soft mood lighting; grand architectural details including intricate mouldings and classical pillars are complemented by contemporary timber, leather, and textured fabrics; an open kitchen adds kinetic energy while maintaining intimacy despite the soaring double-height space.
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Experience
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Large
Signature Dishes
- Lamb Platter
- Monkfish Shawarma
- Dark Chocolate Mousse with Tahini Crumble
- Market Salad with Za'atar
- Frena Bread with Green Tahini
Planning details
Location
12 Waterloo Pl, London SW1Y 4AU, United Kingdom · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Imperial Treasure, Chinese, ££££
- Milos London, Greek Seafood, Greek Seafood
- Bistrot at Wild Honey, Modern British, ££
- Wild Honey St James, Modern European, Modern British, £££
- Jom Makan, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Claro London compares in St James and central London
Choose Claro London when the priority is a central St James table with a wine-aware angle. Against Imperial Treasure, it is the less clearly splurge-coded choice: Imperial Treasure carries a ££££ Chinese positioning, so it is easier to justify for a premium, cuisine-specific dinner. Claro London is better for a flexible evening where the bottle list and location carry more weight than a fixed category.
Milos London is the cleaner pick for Greek seafood, especially when the group wants the meal brief settled before booking. Wild Honey St James is the stronger cross-shop for Modern European and Modern British cooking at a £££ signal, while Bistrot at Wild Honey is the value-minded Modern British option at ££.
If ease matters, Claro London looks like a lower-friction option than the more category-driven peers, but that also means diners should be clearer about why they are choosing it. For an open-ended central meal, it makes sense. For a tightly specified cuisine brief, pick Imperial Treasure, Milos London, Wild Honey St James, or Bistrot at Wild Honey. Jom Makan is the wildcard comparison when the group wants something less formal and less tied to St James polish.
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Compare Claro London
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Claro London | London | ; | Star Wine Lists 2026Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 20262026 Michelin Plate | ; |
| Imperial Treasure | London | Chinese | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Ranked · #2012025 Michelin Plate | ££££ |
| Milos London | London | Greek Seafood | 2026 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended2025 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #3282024 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #321 | ; |
| Bistrot at Wild Honey | London | Modern British | Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 2026The Good Food Guide 20252025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | ££ |
| Wild Honey St James | London | Modern European, Modern British | 2026 AA 3-Rosette Restaurants2026 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended2026 Michelin 1 Star2025 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #4722025 Michelin 1 Star2024 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #4202024 Michelin 1 Star2023 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended | £££ |
| Jom Makan | London | No published awards | ; | ; |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Claro London?
Claro London's dress code is smart casual.
Does Claro London handle dietary restrictions?
Contact Claro London directly before booking if you have specific dietary or allergy requirements.
How far ahead should I book Claro London?
Claro London's hours are Mon–Fri 12 PM–12 AM, Sat 11 AM–12 AM, Sun 11 AM–6 PM. Check directly with the restaurant for booking guidance.
What is Claro London known for?
Claro London is known here for its London location, smart casual dress code, opening hours, Star Wine List recognition in 2026.
