American Bar

American Bar The American Bar at The Stafford London is a unique hotel bar and restaurant that boasts an extensive collection of artefacts, knick-knacks and signed celebrity photographs donated by patrons and guests. It is open daily from 8am until 11pm and offers light breakfast, alfresco lunch in the private cobbled courtyard, or signature cocktails served by the head barman Benoit Provost. Come to relax with a signature cocktail and soak up the history. Located on Street James's Place.
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National Burger Day, The American Bar way. 🍔 From The Stafford Burger to our Mushroom Burger and American Bar Sliders, t...
27/08/2026

National Burger Day, The American Bar way. 🍔
 
From The Stafford Burger to our Mushroom Burger and American Bar Sliders, there’s more than one way to celebrate at The American Bar.

The only question is, which one are you ordering?

Making the most of the last of the summer sun. From Champagne on the rooftop and V***e Clicquot in the courtyard, to Fru...
25/08/2026

Making the most of the last of the summer sun.
 
From Champagne on the rooftop and V***e Clicquot in the courtyard, to Fruttini and Sunset Hour as the afternoon turns to evening, summer at The American Bar has given us plenty of reasons to stay outside a little longer.
 
With the final week of August upon us, we’re making the most of every last moment.

There’s history on every wall of The American Bar.From police patches collected from across the United States to decades...
11/08/2026

There’s history on every wall of The American Bar.

From police patches collected from across the United States to decades of caps, ties, pennants and mementoes left behind by guests, every piece has a story — and together they’ve become part of ours.

Take a closer look next time you visit. There’s always something you haven’t noticed before.

As the afternoon fades into evening, join us in The American Bar Courtyard for Sunset Hour. From 4pm–7pm each day, enjoy...
17/07/2026

As the afternoon fades into evening, join us in The American Bar Courtyard for Sunset Hour.
 
From 4pm–7pm each day, enjoy V***e Clicquot paired with seasonal dishes including Lobster & Prawn Rolls and Truffle Fries with Parmesan. Whether you’re stopping by after work or settling in for a summer evening, it’s the perfect way to toast the season.
 
***eClicquot

10/07/2026

Champagne? Always.

See you this weekend. 🥂

19/06/2026

Today we raise a glass to the Martini.⁠

For generations, this iconic cocktail has been a fixture of great bars around the world. As we celebrate National Martini Day today and World Martini Day tomorrow, we’ll be marking the occasion at The American Bar.⁠

Classic, elegant and always worth returning to. 🍸

28/05/2026

We’ve spoken about the Paloma a lot lately… now it’s time to show you how we make it.
 
With London hitting 30 degrees, Luigi, our Head Bartender, takes things out into the courtyard to make one of his favourite cocktails for a hot day.
 
Tequila, grapefruit, lime and plenty of ice — crisp, refreshing and best enjoyed in the sunshine at The American Bar.
 

20/05/2026

The sun’s out, the courtyard’s open, and London’s looking very good this week.⁠

From morning coffee to late afternoon cocktails, The American Bar courtyard is the perfect place to spend a few hours in the sun.⁠

With warmer days ahead, we’ll save you a seat.

02/05/2026

Now that May is here, the courtyard sets the scene for our new drinks menu, crafted alongside Enemigo Tequila. A considered selection of refreshing serves, perfectly suited to the warmer days ahead.

Do join us in the courtyard.

23/04/2026

Address

The Stafford, 16-18 St James's Place
London
SW1A 1NJ

To get to the location at St. James's Place in London, you can take the Tube to Green Park Station or Piccadilly Circus Station and walk for about 10 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a bus that stops at Piccadilly Circus or St. James's Palace and walk from there.

If you are driving, there are several parking options nearby including Q-Park Burlington Street, NCP Car Park London Carrington Street, and Westminster City Council Parking on Jermyn Street. However, please note that parking in central London can be expensive and limited.

Once you arrive at St. James's Place, look for the building with the address provided to find your destination.

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 12am
Tuesday 12pm - 12am
Wednesday 12pm - 12am
Thursday 12pm - 1am
Friday 12pm - 1am
Saturday 12pm - 1am
Sunday 12pm - 12am

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What people say

The American Bar at The Stafford London is a must-visit destination for anyone looking for a unique and unforgettable experience. As soon as you step inside, you'll be struck by the incredible collection of artefacts, knick-knacks and signed celebrity photographs that adorn every available surface. It's clear that this bar has a rich history and has been frequented by some of the most famous names in the world.

Head barman Benoit Provost oversees everything at The American Bar, ensuring that every guest receives impeccable service and enjoys the perfect drink. Whether you're stopping by for a light breakfast, an alfresco lunch in the private cobbled courtyard, or one of their signature cocktails, you're sure to be impressed by the quality of everything on offer.

Located on Street James's Place, The American Bar is open daily from 8am until 11pm. So why not drop in and soak up some history while enjoying a delicious drink? You won't regret it!