MEMBER ACCESS
5 Hertford Street
5 Hertford Street is a private members’ club tucked away just off Shepherd Market in Mayfair – a townhouse-style hideaway that feels more like an extravagant private home than a traditional club. Behind the discreet frontage is a maze of salons, bars and dining rooms, plus a courtyard that becomes the social centre of the house in warmer months.
Each room has its own character – from intimate, conversation-friendly spaces for breakfasts and quiet lunches, to more atmospheric dining rooms and a late-night club downstairs. The food leans modern European with a classic, crowd-pleasing feel; cocktails are serious, the wine list is deep, and cigars are an important part of the culture for many members.
What to expect
The food offering centres on polished, modern European cooking with a few international detours – the sort of menu that works as well for a working lunch as it does for a long, indulgent dinner. Bars throughout the club pour serious cocktails and a deep, classic wine list, while a dedicated cigar area and outdoor smoking spaces are important parts of the culture for many members.
More than anything, 5 Hertford Street is about atmosphere and privacy. Phones are heavily discouraged (and in some rooms forbidden), and there is no photography; conversation is the main entertainment. Even when the nightclub is in full swing downstairs, the upper floors remain surprisingly calm, making the club as useful for deal-making as it is for parties. Regulars describe it as a place where networks are built quietly over martinis and late-night suppers, with staff prized for their efficiency and discretion.
Essential Information
Location: 2–5 Hertford Street, Mayfair, London W1J
Access: Members and their guests only; no walk-ins
Spaces: Multiple dining rooms, several bars, internal courtyard, cigar areas, and a private nightclub
Dress code: Smart, polished – jackets expected for men in the evening; casualwear is not appropriate
Phones & photos: Use is restricted; discretion is central to the club’s culture
Best for: Confidential meetings, elegant lunches and dinners, and high-energy late nights under one roof
For our members: As part of our Luxury Concierge Service in London, we can assist with reservations, special occasions, and arranging the private dining spaces for business entertaining or celebrations.