Beyonce and Jay-Z have been living it large in London’s swankiest neighbourhood over the last couple of days. If you’ve been keeping tabs on the power couple lately, you’ll know that the duo are currently visiting the UK for Beyonce’s Renaissance World Tour, with the singer scheduled to perform on five dates in London in May and June. Naturally, we’re most interested in the restaurants the couple are choosing to spend their dime at, and it seems like they're crazy in love with one area in particular.
The pair have been spotted hanging out in some of Mayfair’s oldest and most prestigious spots, and apparently they have a penchant for a private member’s club or two. Keep reading to find out exactly where Beyonce and Jay-Z dined from dawn until dusk in the capital.
Where are Beyonce and Jay-Z staying in London?
The couple have gone straight to the top (literally) when it comes to their accommodation. It seems that their hotel of choice is Corinthia London: they've stayed there on previous trips to the UK and have chosen it again as their preferred hotel. Naturally, they’ve rented out the 5,000 square foot Penthouse Suite which costs a colossal £20k a night. Don’t worry – the couple have a combined net worth of £2 billion so we’re sure it’s all groovy. It is pretty special though, boasting panoramic views of London's skyline as well as a walk-in wine cellar, dining room, spa suite and a private butler. Although they haven’t yet been seen visiting any of the restaurants at the Corinthia, the hotel is home to a variety of places including The Northall, The Garden and Kerridge’s Bar & Grill.
The restaurants Beyonce and Jay-Z visited while in London
It's Mayfair, Mayfair and Mayfair again for the duo.
C London
The pair were spotted leaving C London for lunch about a week ago, which has long been a go-to spot for A-list celebrities. This old-school Italian is one of those timeless places that, once you get past the eye-watering prices, offers a competently cooked selection of Italian classics, from risotto primavera to veal alla Milanese. High-gloss woods, mirrors and marble add to the art-deco feel, while stellar service is trained to cater to its high-class clientele.
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Harry’s Bar
Harry’s Bar on St Audley Street was the couple’s restaurant of choice for dinner, a sophisticated private member’s club slap bang in the middle of Mayfair. Venetian chandeliers and polished wooden floors add to the feel of relaxed luxury throughout the venue, although its trademark feature is the candy-striped awning hanging at the front of the club. It's also become known as the stomping ground for everyone from Lucien Freud to Victoria Beckham over the years. This is the height of exclusivity, with tight membership criteria and a strict dress code. The food, meanwhile, is Italian again. Bey and Jay clearly have a preference when it comes to dining out.
Oswald’s
Another day, another private member’s club. This time, the couple were seen at Oswald’s for dinner in Mayfair, known for its utmost discretion (photography and social media are both prohibited). It was established by Robin Birley in 2017 and named after the portrait artist Oswald Birley. Members of the club can store their own wine there, but it also offers a stellar collection of valuable bottles for real enthusiasts. Celebrities, senior members of the government and even royalty have been known to frequent this spot.
Birley Bakery
Apparently the duo have a bit of a sweet tooth as they snapped some sweet treats from French patisserie Birley Bakery, also owned by Robin Birley. Although they weren't seen visiting the physical store in Chelsea, they did take a photo of their goodies while at Oswald's (a branded coaster was the tip off).
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