The Punch Bowl, the pub of choice for the discerning drinker

Mayfair is traditionally perceived as one of London's most prestigious areas, home to many of the city's rich and famous. This is true even today, although now the area is mainly a commercial district with real estate businesses and corporate headquarters. There are also highly exclusive prime shopping areas and significant sites such as the Royal Academy of Arts, Claridge's, The United States Embassy and The Handel House Museum. Mayfair is still primarily an area for the very well-heeled, with exclusive opportunities available for an exclusive clientele. This fact is made obvious by the appearance of the residents, their cars and houses.

In this exclusive area of Mayfair in London is located the famed The Punch Bowl, a pub and café like no other. This attractive pub dates back to the 1750s and exudes a discreet classic elegance. The wooden frontage is adorned with hanging baskets and window boxes, and imposing doors provide access to the bar area. The bar is uncomplicated and unpretentious, with wooden paneling and bare floorboards.

Always elegant and exclusive, The Punch Bowl offers a wide variety of wines and spirits, as well as food of a quality that rivals well-known restaurants. Undoubtedly one of the pub's primary attractions is its classically luxurious ambience, with its thickset sturdy tables, dark wood paneling and grand framed portraits.

The visitor will notice that there are two distinct sections to the pub; a traditional pub for drinkers and a comfortable candle-lit dining area if you would like to enjoy a substantial meal. The Punch Bowl has maintained a reputation for exceptional drinks and dining, with an especially acclaimed wine list and superbly crafted dining options.

The Punch Bowl is also famed as a place in which to spot celebrities, as many of the glitterati are fond of spending time at the venue.

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