Manthan
Mayfair, London
Restaurant in London, United Kingdom
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Regional Indian Precision
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Manthan is a practical Mayfair choice for a relaxed special-occasion meal when location and ease matter more than a heavily documented destination format. Book it for dates, small celebrations, or business dinners where the room should feel grown-up but not overly formal; cross-shop Humo if the night needs a clearer splurge signal.
About Manthan
Use Manthan as a London planning option when the basics fit your schedule. Manthan is in London, opens daily from 12:30–10 PM, has a smart-casual dress code.
Those details make the page most useful for logistics. The daily hours give a clear visiting window, while the smart-casual guidance gives guests a baseline for how to dress.
A low-friction London choice for straightforward planning
For an occasion, Manthan is easiest to evaluate by the facts that matter most. It is a practical London option with daily hours and a smart-casual dress code.
Because the details are limited, the ideal way to use Manthan is as a practical London option rather than a research-heavy pilgrimage. For broader planning, compare it with Pearl's London restaurants guide, then build the rest of the night with the London bars guide, London hotels guide, London experiences guide, or London wineries guide.
Who should cross-shop it
If you are comparing other dining options, Humo, Sotheby's Cafe, Tokimeite, Onima, Somssi by Jihun Kim are natural names to review. Use them as planning references rather than as evidence that Manthan offers a particular menu or experience.
Quick reference: choose Manthan when the basics work for your plan: London, daily 12:30–10 PM hours, smart-casual dress.
Planning details
- Location
- 49 Maddox St, London W1S 2PQ, United Kingdom
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- manthanmayfair.co.uk
- Phone
- +44 20 7408 2258
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Manthan sits squarely in Mayfair’s elevated Indian dining scene, trading on technical precision and a regional sourcing logic that reads as deliberately modern and refined. The restaurant’s Maddox Street address places it in close proximity to Bond Street and the neighbourhood’s established dining hierarchy, so the room communicates seriousness from the moment you arrive. The writing emphasizes a focused, ambitious kitchen rather than playful or casual flourishes, and the overall effect is polished — a Mayfair dining experience that favors exacting technique and composed presentation over bravado.
Best For
Manthan is best booked for evening occasions that benefit from a formal, high‑end setting: date nights, celebrations and special occasions play to the restaurant’s strengths, as does group dining for those seeking a polished Mayfair experience. Its comparison to top-tier tasting‑menu rooms and positioning within the neighbourhood’s fine‑dining cohort also make it a sensible option for business dinners where precision and presentation matter. The address and tone signal a venue geared toward deliberate, sit‑down dinners rather than casual drop‑ins.
Ordering Tips
The kitchen’s confidence shows in a menu of signature plates; prioritize the dishes called out by the venue — Osso Buco, Tandoori Lamb Chops, Ghati Masala Prawns, Fish Recheado and the Ram Ladoo dessert — to get a sense of the restaurant’s range and technical approach. Because the menu is described as regionally focused and technically ambitious, sample across those highlights to appreciate the sourcing logic and precision in cooking. Save room for the Ram Ladoo to finish on a distinctly Indian note.
Venue details
Ambiance
Opulent yet intimate with dark wooden flooring, soft low lighting, velvet booths, peacock blue and gold accents creating a sensuous, tranquil retreat from Central London despite the buzzy atmosphere when full.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Osso Buco
- Tandoori Lamb Chops
- Ghati Masala Prawns
- Ram Ladoo
- Fish Recheado
Planning details
Location
49 Maddox St, London W1S 2PQ, United Kingdom · Directions
Also consider
Where to Book If Manthan Does Not Fit
Try Humo if the night needs a stronger sense of occasion and the budget allows a ££££ meal. Choose Sotheby's Cafe if the priority is an easier Mayfair stop rather than a full dinner plan.
Restaurant context
How Manthan Compares
Manthan is the lower-friction Mayfair choice in this set: easier to fit into a central London evening and better suited to a relaxed celebration than a high-commitment destination dinner. Humo is the clear splurge comparison, with a grills format and ££££ positioning that make it a stronger pick when the meal itself is the main event.
Sotheby's Cafe is the better option for a lighter, daytime-leaning Mayfair stop, especially if the plan is built around the area rather than dinner as the anchor. Tokimeite is the more focused choice when Japanese dining is the reason for booking.
Onima and Somssi by Jihun Kim are useful cross-shops for diners comparing central London rooms by mood and concept. Pick Manthan when ease, location, a sociable Mayfair setting matter more than a defined luxury format.
Around this place
Discover more on Pearl
Unlock the full Manthan guide in Pearl, including awards, comparisons, FAQs, planning details, and nearby places.
Compare Manthan
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manthan | London | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Humo | London | Grills | ££££ | Star Wine Lists 20262026 Michelin 1 StarThe Good Food Guide 20252025 Michelin 1 Star2024 Michelin 1 StarWorld's Best Wine Lists 2023 |
| Sotheby's Cafe | London | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Onima | London | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Somssi by Jihun Kim | London | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Tokimeite | London | ; | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat at the bar at Manthan?
What should a first-timer know about Manthan?
Treat Manthan as a London venue with daily hours from 12:30–10 PM and a smart-casual dress code.
Can Manthan accommodate groups?
Is lunch or dinner better at Manthan?
The hours are 12:30–10 PM every day. Choose the time that best fits your schedule and confirm details directly if timing matters.
What are other venues to compare with Manthan?
For comparison, consider Humo, Tokimeite, Onima, Somssi by Jihun Kim, Sotheby's Cafe, along with other dining options.
Is Manthan good for a special occasion?
It can be a practical choice if the occasion works with the basics: London location, daily 12:30–10 PM hours, smart-casual dress.
What should I wear to Manthan?
Smart casual is the dress code. Aim for polished, comfortable clothing that fits that guidance.
