A versatile event space with a classic brick facade, black storefront, and upper-level sash windows at The Clarence.
A pub dining room with wooden floors, red upholstered chairs, framed art, and wall sconces at The Clarence.
A pub dining room with red leather chairs, round wooden tables, and a large mural at The Clarence.
A pub dining room with red walls, framed portraits, wall sconces, and wooden tables at The Clarence.

The Clarence

Pub

#8 of 104 Pub venues in Mayfair
#3 of 121 Drinks Reception venues in Mayfair
  11 reviews  – 
4 Dover St, London, W1S 4LB –
Green Park Station (0.1 mi)
From £25
per person
Up to 60
seats
Up to 100
standing
Venue offers catering
British
cuisine
Parking not available
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Venue overview

Charming 18th-century pub on Dover Street, blending old-world character with wooden floors and framed prints. Ideal for casual gatherings, private dining, or celebrations with excellent food and drinks.

This is an AI-generated summary based on client reviews and venue profile

Spaces for hire at The Clarence

Upstairs at The Clarence at The Clarence
Upstairs at The Clarence
Dining Room
·
Private space
60 seats
100 standing
Situated within reach of Fortnum & Masons, The Ritz and the luxury stores of Bond St, The Clarence stands prominently on Dover St and offers a great space for hire. Our light upstairs dining room has two sections that can be booked independently or together catering for up to 100 guests, a perfect location for your party or meeting.
Alcohol licence until 23:00
Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from £25 per person
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Reviews and ratings

4.8
5 recent guests highly rated amenities, cleanliness and location
Amenities
4.8
Cleanliness
4.8
Location
4.8
Service quality
4.6
Value for money
4.8
Catering
4.2
Communication
5.0
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Rachel W.
Verified review
Pub · 50 guests · February 2026 · Upstairs at The Clarence
Lovely space - with two distinct areas that worked brilliantly for us. Super convenient, close to tube and central as well as worked for people from all directions. Food was excellent. Service was professional, friendly and welcoming.
Nothing
5.0
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Stephanie O.
Verified review
Bar · 30 guests · September 2024 · Upstairs at The Clarence
Excellent service, delicious food, and great ambience/surroundings.
4.4
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Stephanie O.
Verified review
Bar · 30 guests · June 2024 · Upstairs at The Clarence
Service was excellent. Food was extremely good, a real crowd pleaser.
4.7
SO
Stephanie O.
Verified review
Drinks Reception · 50 guests · March 2024 · Upstairs at The Clarence
Service Food Drinks Private Area Communication
4.4

Prices and opening hours

Monday
10:00 – 23:00
from £25 per person
Upstairs at The Clarence
10:00 – 23:00
from £25 per person
Tuesday
10:00 – 23:00
from £25 per person
Upstairs at The Clarence
10:00 – 23:00
from £25 per person
Wednesday
10:00 – 23:00
from £25 per person
Upstairs at The Clarence
10:00 – 23:00
from £25 per person
Thursday
10:00 – 23:00
from £25 per person
Upstairs at The Clarence
10:00 – 23:00
from £25 per person
Friday
10:00 – 23:00
from £25 per person
Upstairs at The Clarence
10:00 – 23:00
from £25 per person
Saturday
10:00 – 23:00
from £25 per person
Upstairs at The Clarence
10:00 – 23:00
from £25 per person
Sunday
10:00 – 23:00
from £25 per person
Upstairs at The Clarence
10:00 – 23:00
from £25 per person

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 100
standing
Up to 60
seats
In-house catering
British
cuisine
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Parking available
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About The Clarence

The Clarence is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

The Clarence is an 18th-century pub that retains traditional interiors, including wooden floors, framed prints and a classic tiled bar area.

Venue highlights: The pub provides a self-contained upstairs dining room that creates a private setting for seated meals and small functions. In-house catering delivers set menus and an extensive vegan selection to cover dietary requirements. A staffed bar offers cask ales and premium gins suitable for drinks receptions and post-dinner service.

Best for: Private dinner bookings and anniversary or milestone meals; drinks receptions.

Location: Mayfair. The neighbourhood hosts established hotels and restaurants, giving guests nearby options to continue their evening.

What guests say: The food delivers consistently high-quality traditional British dishes such as steak and ale pie and fish and chips. The service is friendly and attentive and the atmosphere is warm and comfortable.

FAQ

At The Clarence, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available

The Clarence does not offer parking facilities.

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at The Clarence:

  • Upstairs at The Clarence hosting 50 guests: £746

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

The Clarence is located at 4 Dover St, in Mayfair, London. The nearest metro station is Green Park Station.

Yes! Here's what guests who have hosted their birthdays at this venue say:

  • Janine W. rated it 5/5 stars
    'Great location lovely venue with a great selection of food and drinks Amazing people and service with a smile Thank you for accommodating us much appreciated :)'

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