C London is the Italian restaurant at 25 Davies Street in Mayfair that opened in 2004 as Cipriani London. If you have searched for C London, Cipriani London or "the C restaurant on Davies Street", they are the same dining room: the name changed after a long trade mark dispute, but the address, the Venetian style and the international crowd stayed. This guide covers where it is, what is on the menu, the dress code, opening hours, how to get a reservation and where to go dancing afterwards.
C London at a Glance
- Address: 25 Davies Street, London W1K 3DE (some listings give 23-25 Davies Street), per Time Out's C London listing.
- Cuisine: classic Italian with a Venetian accent.
- Nearest station: Bond Street, a few minutes' walk.
- Price level: firmly at the expensive end of Mayfair dining.
- Dress code: smart casual (no strict published code), as of October 2026.
- Hours: lunch and dinner daily on most listings; confirm when booking.
From Cipriani London to C London
The restaurant opened in April 2004 under the name Cipriani London, run by a company connected to the Cipriani family, whose grandfather Giuseppe Cipriani opened Harry's Bar in Venice in May 1931. The owners of Hotel Cipriani in Venice, a separate business that was then part of the Orient-Express group, sued over the use of the Cipriani name in the UK.
The High Court found for the hotel in December 2008, and the Court of Appeal upheld that decision in February 2010. The Court of Appeal judgment sets out the history: it describes the restaurant operating "at premises in Davies Street, London W1, under the name Cipriani London". After the ruling the restaurant traded as C London, which is the name it uses today.
That history is why people still search for "Cipriani London" and "C London Cipriani": the old name stuck, and the room itself did not change much. If you are looking for the Davies Street restaurant that used to carry the Cipriani name, C London is it.
The Atmosphere
C London keeps the old-school Venetian look the Cipriani name is known for: wood-panelled walls and wooden furniture, paintings in rich colours, white tablecloths and vintage lamps. It is a dining room built for long dinners rather than a quick bite.
The crowd is international and well dressed, and a late dinner here sits naturally before a night in Mayfair.
The C London Menu
The C London menu follows classic Italian lines rather than modern fusion. Expect the dishes the Cipriani style is associated with:
- Carpaccio, the thinly sliced raw beef that Harry's Bar in Venice is widely credited with creating.
- Bellinis, the white peach and prosecco cocktail that also traces back to Harry's Bar.
- Fresh pastas and risotto, often the safest order for a first visit.
- Veal, steak and fish mains in the traditional Italian manner.
- Classic Italian desserts such as tiramisu.
Dishes and prices change through the year, so check the current menu when you book rather than relying on an old copy online. As a guide, plan for a Mayfair price point: starters, pasta and mains are priced well above an average London Italian, and a Bellini or two adds up quickly.
C London Dress Code
C London does not publish a strict dress code, and some listings say there is none. In practice, smart casual is the standard, as of October 2026: a shirt or smart knit with tailored trousers or dark jeans for men, and a dress, smart separates or a tailored outfit for women. Sportswear, gym kit and flip-flops look out of place in the room.
If you are heading on to a club afterwards, dress for the club rather than the restaurant. Most Mayfair clubs ask for smart shoes and no sportswear, so an outfit that works at the door will also be fine at dinner.
Opening Hours and Reservations
Most listings show C London open every day for lunch from around 12pm to 3pm and for dinner from around 6pm until late evening, with the last orders around 11pm, as of October 2026. Other listings show slightly shorter Sunday hours, so confirm the times when you book.
Reservations are made directly with the restaurant. Dinner on Thursday, Friday and Saturday is the hardest slot to get, so book several days ahead for a weekend table and earlier still in December, when Mayfair restaurants fill up with Christmas parties. Lunch and early-week dinners are much easier. We do not take bookings for C London itself; we arrange the club part of the night.
Getting There
C London is on Davies Street, just south of Oxford Street. The closest Tube is Bond Street, on the Central and Elizabeth lines, and the Elizabeth line station has an entrance on Davies Street itself. From the restaurant it is a short walk into the heart of Mayfair, with Berkeley Square, Grosvenor Square and Hanover Square all within about ten minutes on foot.
Dinner at C London, Then a Mayfair Club
Davies Street is a strong starting point for a night out because several of Mayfair's main clubs are close by. Tape London on Hanover Square is around ten minutes' walk, and you can book a table at Tape for after dinner. Maddox and Rumour (formerly Tabu) are both a short taxi ride or walk away. For the full list of what is open, see our guide to clubs in Mayfair.
A typical plan is dinner at 8pm or 8.30pm, then arriving at the club between 11pm and midnight, when the room starts to fill. Booking the club table in advance means you are not left queuing after a long dinner.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is C London the same as Cipriani London?
Yes. The restaurant at Davies Street in Mayfair opened as Cipriani London in 2004 and trades as C London after the Cipriani name dispute with Hotel Cipriani in Venice, which the Court of Appeal decided in 2010.
Where is C London?
C London is at 25 Davies Street, London W1K 3DE, in Mayfair. The nearest station is Bond Street.
Does C London have a dress code?
There is no strict published dress code, but smart casual is expected, as of October 2026. Avoid sportswear and gym clothes.
What is on the C London menu?
Classic Italian dishes in the Venetian Cipriani style, including carpaccio, pastas, risotto and traditional mains, plus Bellinis at the bar. Check the current menu when booking, as dishes and prices change.
Is C London expensive?
Yes. It is one of the more expensive Italian restaurants in Mayfair, so budget accordingly, especially for dinner with drinks.
If you want to follow dinner at C London with a club table in Mayfair, message us on WhatsApp and we will arrange the rest of the night.