The Wolseley

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The Wolseley is an all-day café-restaurant at 160 Piccadilly in Mayfair, London, beside The Ritz.

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Why go

  • Art Deco details and landmark architecture in William Curtis Green’s original design.
  • Venetian- and Florentine-inspired details, marble pillars and archways.

Opening hours

Today08:00 – 22:00Show all
Monday07:00 – 23:00
Tuesday07:00 – 23:00
Wednesday07:00 – 23:00
Thursday07:00 – 23:00
Friday07:00 – 23:00
Saturday08:00 – 23:00
Sunday08:00 – 22:00

Good to know

BreakfastLunchDinnerBrunchLate NightFull BarGift Cards AvailableHighchairs AvailablePrivate DiningReservationsServes AlcoholTable ServiceWheelchair Accessible

Dishes to try

  • Full English breakfast
  • Grilled kippers
  • Kedgeree
  • Viennoiserie
  • Soups
  • Salads
  • Seafood platters
  • Ice cream coupes

Booking a table

  • Book through The Wolseley’s website; some tables are kept for walk-ins on the day.

Atmosphere

  • A geometric black-and-white marble floor sits beneath nine domes supported by Doric columns finished in red Japanese lacquer.
  • Doors, screens and wall panels carry red, black and gold lacquer; grand arches frame the room.
  • The interior remains close to William Curtis Green’s original designs.
  • The original lighting used bronze pendants and concealed lamps to reflect light into the domes.

Good for

  • Families Highchairs are available.
  • Groups A private dining room accommodates larger parties, breakfast meetings, corporate lunches and events.

Dietary options

  • Vegetarian Afternoon tea options are available with advance notice.

Shorts

History

After a brief period as The Orient at China House, Chris Corbin and Jeremy King converted it into a brasserie in 2003, retaining many original features.

  1. OriginsWolseley Motors commissioned William Curtis Green to design a six-storey building for a showroom and London sales offices.
  2. 1926Barclays bought the building.
  3. 1927–1999Barclays occupied the building, reopening it as the 160 Piccadilly Branch in 1927.
  4. 1999After Barclays closed, the premises briefly housed the Chinese restaurant The Orient at China House.
  5. 2003Chris Corbin and Jeremy King converted the former bank hall into a brasserie, retaining many original features. It reopened as an all-day café in the Grand European style.

How to get there

  • TrainGreen Park Underground station is directly opposite the restaurant.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible facilities Contact the restaurant to confirm step-free entry, lift access, accessible toilet arrangements and parking.

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Where
160 Piccadilly St. James's, London England

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Questions and answers

What are The Wolseley’s opening hours?

Monday to Friday, 07:00–23:00; Saturday, 08:00–23:00; Sunday, 08:00–22:00.

Are late-evening snacks served at The Wolseley?

Yes, late-evening snacks are part of the service.

Are refreshments available throughout the day at The Wolseley?

Yes, all-day refreshments are served.

What lighter breakfast choices are available at The Wolseley?

Fruit, yoghurts and cereals feature on the breakfast menu.

Where can I see The Wolseley’s current meal prices?

See the restaurant’s online menus for current meal prices.

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