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El Pirata of Mayfair, London,

El Pirata of Mayfair

4.7
4.7
782 Reviews
£25 and under
Spanish

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 38 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Charming
El Pirata is a hidden gem serving acclaimed Spanish tapas for almost 30 years. Tucked away in the corner of Mayfair, El Pirata ensures that every guest instantly feels at home through their relaxed atmosphere and friendly staff, some of whom have been at El Pirata since the very beginning meaning they work as a seamless team. El Pirata couples the comforting appeal of a central London establishment with the energetic dynamism of a new opening. They have an expansive tapas menu featuring classic dishes and recently have added some new dishes to strengthen the experience offered to guests. They boast an equally impressive wine list of over 100 wines at great value particularly for Mayfair.

Whether you are dining in the artistic upstairs with a feature bar, in the atmospheric downstairs Cellar, or sipping rioja al fresco, El Pirata offers true escapism so you feel you’re in Madrid rather than Mayfair and is a firm favourite for those who want an authentic Spanish experience in London.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Traditional Spanish
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    020 7491 3810
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    El Pirata can offer both the Cellar as a seperate hire or the entire venue for full venue hire, and offer bespoke menus which are ideal for larger groups. For more information on private hire, please contact the restaurant directly and our Patron Jose will be happy to help you.
  • Neighbourhood
    Mayfair
  • Cross Street
    Piccadilly
  • Parking details
    Some of the larger nearby hotels offer car parking to non-residents.
  • Public transit
    Both Green Park and Hyde Park Corner are a 6 minute walk away, and El Pirata is very close to several central London bus routes.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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What 782 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • London

    Spanish

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Pirata of Mayfair offers an authentic Spanish dining experience with "amazing service" and "superb food". Guests rave about the "lovely atmosphere" and commend its "reasonable pricing". Many highlight the "excellent tapas" and "great wine selection", making this a "hidden gem" in Mayfair. Ideal for gatherings and special occasions.

782 Reviews
  1. Kerrie

    Cornwall

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Oustanding food, service and atmosphere. Our favourite place to eat in London.

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  2. Marcos

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, and lovely team. The venue provides a cozy ambiance that we really enjoyed! Thank you to the whole team!

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  3. Barbara

    VIP

    Washington DC

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The only downside to El Pirata is the noise level. It is VERY popular and VERY noisy making conversation difficult without shouting. But the fabulous food makes up for that. Highly recommend.

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  4. Gary

    Kent

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience as usual! Our favourite Mayfair restaurant. Well done staff. Thanks for a great time.

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  5. Christopher

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A real gem in the heart of Mayfair. Atmospheric and welcoming, this restaurant ticks all boxes. The staff and food are outstanding.

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  6. Pamela

    Brighton

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food, exceptional service. Our favourite restaurant in London.

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  7. Kevin

    VIP

    London

    64 reviews

    5.0

    64 reviews

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good to be back at El Pirata! Food was as good as ever and service exceptional. See you soon!

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  8. Ryan

    Manchester

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 10, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Venue was nice enough- pork was extrnely fatty and steak was well over seasosned .

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  9. Jonas

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service and delicious tapas food. Thank you.

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  10. Holly

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service, superb food, lovely restaurant with lots of ambivalence.

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FAQs

El Pirata of Mayfair offers delivery in partnership with Deliveroo. El Pirata of Mayfair also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 020 7491 3810.

El Pirata of Mayfair is rated 4.7 stars by 782 OpenTable diners.

El Pirata of Mayfair does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 38 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for El Pirata of Mayfair

5-6 Down Street, London, W1J 7AQ

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Piccadilly
  • Neighbourhood
    Mayfair
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Traditional Spanish
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Some of the larger nearby hotels offer car parking to non-residents.
  • Public transit
    Both Green Park and Hyde Park Corner are a 6 minute walk away, and El Pirata is very close to several central London bus routes.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Phone number
    020 7491 3810
  • Private party facilities
    El Pirata can offer both the Cellar as a seperate hire or the entire venue for full venue hire, and offer bespoke menus which are ideal for larger groups. For more information on private hire, please contact the restaurant directly and our Patron Jose will be happy to help you.
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