Mahiki London Has Closed: What It Was and Where to Go Now
Mahiki London was Mayfair's famous tiki club for well over a decade, but it is no longer operating. Here's what it was like and where to go for a similar night.
Mahiki London on Dover Street has closed, so it no longer takes table bookings or guest list names. For well over a decade it was one of the most recognisable names on the London club scene, and plenty of people still search for it when planning a Mayfair night. If that is you, here is what Mahiki was like and where to go instead.
What Mahiki Was Like
Mahiki was a Polynesian-themed club: bamboo walls, carved totems, tropical lighting and a cocktail menu that read like a holiday in the South Pacific. Its signature Treasure Chest, a shareable rum punch served in an actual treasure chest, was the drink most tables ordered first.
The vibe sat somewhere between a high-end cocktail bar and a late-night club, with pop, tropical house and chart-friendly music. It was about fun rather than credibility, which made it a favourite for birthdays and big groups.
Where to Go Instead
- Dear Darling for a cocktail-led night that turns into late-night energy, open Thursday to Sunday.
- Cirque Le Soir if you want a party with theatre and performers, open Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday.
- Reign London on Piccadilly for big production and a celebratory crowd, open Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
- BEAT London if the dance floor matters most, on Margaret Street in Fitzrovia, just north of Mayfair.
For birthdays and celebrations, see our guide to the best nightclubs in Mayfair, and check the Mayfair dress code before you go: smart casual at a minimum, with no trainers or sportswear.
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