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Bentley's Oyster Bar & Grill, Swallow Street Library

Location pin

11-15 Swallow Street, London, W1B 4DG - 

  • Users

    Up to
    50 standing

  • Table with chairs

    Offers
    catering

  • Delivery truck

    Internal Catering
    allowed

Richard Corrigan is the chef patron of the Corrigan Collection, which operates Bentley’s Oyster Bar & Grill & Corrigan’s Mayfair in London, private estate & lodge Virginia Park Lodge in Ireland and most recently in 2019, Daffodil Mulligan, London. Richard’s culinary career, in brief, spans several years in the Netherlands, head chef of Mulligan’s in Mayfair and gaining his first Michelin Star as head chef of Fulham Road in Fulham in 1994 and his second star at Lindsay House in Soho, in 1997.

In addition to wowing the London food scene, Richard has cooked for the Queen twice, British Airways Concorde and is the Chef’s Alliance Spokesperson of the Slow Food Movement. Richard’s media career is wide and varied. He was crowned winner of the Great British menu no less than three times. Richard also won the recent Great British Waste Menu special, airing to over 7 million on BBC 1 prime time and which culminated in a dinner at the House of Lords.

Bentley’s has been serving its fish and chips and feeding the hungry shopping masses for over 100 years, a haven for fresh oysters, grilled fish and steaks from around the British & Irish Isles.

The Swallow Street Rooms are a hidden gem in the bustle of Piccadilly’s famous Swallow Street, accommodating 60 people on round tables, 1 table of 30 or 100 guests for canapé parties. With your own private bar, bathroom, cloakroom facilities, piano, plasma screen, late licence and state of the art sound system you will have everything you need for a successful event.

Seat up to 60 guests

Canapé reception for up to 100 guests

Capacity & layout

Standing

Standing

up to 50

Dining

Dining

up to 20

Theatre

Theatre

up to 20

Boardroom

Boardroom

up to 20

Cabaret

Cabaret

up to 15

Classroom

Classroom

up to 20

Pricing
& opening hours

Weekly schedule
  • monday

    0:00 - 24:00

  • tuesday

    0:00 - 24:00

  • wednesday

    0:00 - 24:00

  • thursday

    0:00 - 24:00

  • friday

    0:00 - 24:00

  • saturday

    0:00 - 24:00

  • sunday

    0:00 - 24:00

Catering & drinks

Catering arrangements

Catering arrangements

Catering facilities

Catering facilities

Refreshments

Refreshments

Alcohol

Alcohol

Amenities

Tea

Tea

Public transport

Public transport

Space rules

Allowed events

alcoholLicense

Licensed for alcohol

Cancellation policy

50% refundable 14 days before the event

Location

Reviews

  • Alain Portmann

    January 2024

    Bentley's is known for serving “the freshest oysters in London” with traditional English elegance spread across three areas - a hectic downstairs featuring a marble-topped oyster bar, a large covered and heated outside area and a quiet upstairs. What is consistent throughout are the silver-platters, a hefty selection of shellfish, molluscs and oysters, well-coiffed waiters and white tablecloth-style tables. The original owner William "Bill" Bentley started selling oysters from an oyster barrow by the pier in Clacton-on-Sea, leading him to open Bentley's Oyster Bar and Grill in 1916. For all its history and grandeur, Bentley's is pricey. Great seafood in the heart of Mayfair costs. The traditional fish and chips will set you back £27.50 while a turbot served with a bit of creamy potatoes priced at £49.50. The popular royal platter is priced at £100. Bentley's offers a pre-theatre Royal Shellfish Platter from Sunday to Thursday, 5:00pm to 6:30pm. In this occasion, the service was inconsistent and aloof for the exception of Ioana who was exceptionally accommodating, witty and knowledgeable of the oysters menu. If you are ordering oysters give the hot rock garlic baked a try. At £4.50 each, they are beautifully balanced combination of cheese, garlic and spices. Their Vietnamese-dressed raw oysters are also a treat, with a rosé-pink broth punchy with sweet citrus and salty fish sauce, and topped with coriander leaves and tiny rings of deep-fried shallot. The mashed potato is outstanding, give it a try. The apple tart (£13.75) was unfortunately disappointing and not recommended.

  • María Fernández

    January 2024

    This place in Central London is a seafood lover's dream. The outdoor space adds to the vibrant atmosphere, making it a perfect spot in the city. Prices are reasonable for the area. I've been here a couple of times without a reservation, and the staff has always been accommodating, going the extra mile to find us a table. The only drawback is that the menu feels a bit limited if you're not into seafood. Overall, a great choice for fresh seafood with excellent service, just be mindful of the menu variety.

  • Poor King

    December 2023

    The waiter is professional! The vibe is amazing and romantic! Lovely decoration.! But sorry for my honesty, the main course is terrible, too salty!! And the salad sauce is too much for the prawn cocktail and the chef should double check the food before delivered to their guest. Except the above matters, this restaurant is amazing.