London's dining scene has reached a new pinnacle of morning luxury with the launch of the capital's first ever Michelin-starred breakfast tasting menu. The offering comes from Pavyllon at the Four Seasons Hotel on Park Lane, near Piccadilly, and is priced at £90 per person.
A New Dawn for Fine Dining
While the wider hospitality sector faces challenges, breakfast has emerged as a booming market. Data from Kantar shows it was the fastest-growing dining occasion last year, surging by 13.7% year-on-year. Luxury venues are capitalising on this trend, with offerings ranging from extravagant caviar omelettes to lobster Benedicts. Pavyllon's answer is a structured, five-course "experience" served with paired juices, available from 6:30am on Saturdays and 7am on Sundays, with the last booking at 10:30am.
"This is not brunch, it is unapologetically breakfast. And for that, I applaud it," notes the review, championing the meal's distinct identity. The menu is the creation of executive chef Benjamin Ferra Y Castell, overseen by globally acclaimed chef Yannick Alléno.
The Five-Course Morning Journey
The experience begins with a seasonal viennoiserie course, where guests select from a board of pastries crafted by executive pastry chef Francesco Mannino. This is accompanied by a cold moka infused with Szechuan pepper. The following 'bakery creation' is currently a standout lobster 'croast' (a croissant-toast hybrid) with rocket and parmesan, served with an amuse juice.
For the main, diners choose from classic egg dishes or a weekly special. On launch, this was an English-breakfast inspired raviolo with a 'sausage extraction sauce', paired with a Kir Royale-inspired non-alcoholic cocktail. A granola or chia pudding acts as a palate cleanser before the final indulgence: a decadent French toast with caramelised hazelnuts, matched with a sharp apple digestif and petit fours.
Is It Worth the Splurge?
At £90 with juices or £70 without, the price is significant but positioned as competitive within the luxury breakfast market. The restaurant reported a 43% increase in breakfast bookings last summer compared to October 2024, suggesting strong demand. The experience is leisurely, potentially stretching over hours, and concludes with a tea or coffee and a box of chocolates to take home.
The verdict? While an unabashedly extravagant way to start the day, the menu's creativity, quality, and theatrical service deliver an unforgettable experience that redefines what breakfast can be. For those seeking the ultimate morning treat, Pavyllon's tasting menu makes a compelling case.
