1 Michelin star chefs - Jason Atherton, Row On 5
Jason Atherton, one of the UK’s most celebrated chefs, is chef‑patron of Row on 5 in Mayfair - a 15-course tasting menu restaurant on Savile Row.
Early Career and Training
Jason Atherton, born in 1971 in Nottinghamshire, is one of the UK’s most influential chefs and restaurateurs. He began his culinary career at sixteen, training under renowned chefs Pierre Koffmann, Marco Pierre White and Gordon Ramsay. After rising through the ranks, he became executive chef at Maze, where he earned critical acclaim for his innovative approach to modern European cuisine.
Opening Row on 5 in Mayfair
In late 2024, Jason unveiled his most personal and ambitious project to date: Row on 5. Situated at No. 5 Savile Row in Mayfair – the first restaurant to occupy this historic street celebrated for bespoke tailoring – Row on 5 is built around the concept of “Refinement of Work.”
The restaurant offers a fifteen‑course tasting menu served across three acts, with guests moving between the lounge,
the main dining room and back to the lounge for dessert. The intimate, 28‑seat space takes inspiration from the craftsmanship of Savile Row, combining meticulous British sourcing with theatrical presentation.
Jason leads Row on 5 as chef‑patron alongside executive chef Spencer Metzger, formerly of The Ritz and Row on 45 in Dubai. The interiors, designed with Smallbone and Occhio, reflect the same precision and artistry found in the food, from bespoke kitchens to dramatic lighting and a service style tailored to the guest.
Michelin Recognition and Legacy
Row on 5 was awarded its first Michelin star within weeks of opening, positioning it as one of London’s most exciting fine‑dining destinations and fuelling speculation about a second star in the future.
For Jason, the project is more than an accolade; it represents the culmination of decades of experience and his commitment to authenticity, seasonality and refined yet welcoming hospitality.
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