We’re uncovering the top 20 private dining rooms in London to hire for your next special occasion meal.
It’s easy to feel spoilt for choice when it comes to choosing the perfect place to celebrate in London. And that’s certainly the case when it comes to private dining rooms in London. Luckily, we’ve made this as easy as possible for you: the 20 best private dining rooms in London all lined up in one handy round-up. We’re confident that you’ll be able to find the perfect private dining room in London for your next special event.
1. Pergola on The Wharf
This stunning spot in Canary Wharf has a beautiful private dining room that can accommodate up to 12 guests seated and 20 standing. It has its own sound system and screen so it’s great for a meeting before a delicious meal.
2. Bourne & Hollingsworth Buildings
Located in Clerkenwell, Bourne & Hollingsworth Buildings is a clubhouse featuring a restaurant, greenhouse, cocktail bar, and more. It has a PDR that’s set off from the rest of the bar and restaurant filled with antique display cabinets, plants, and vintage bottles. One of the most unique features of the space are the plantation shutters which guests can close for a more intimate setting or keep them open to bring in some of the buzz from the bar.
3. Smiths of Smithfield
SMITH’s is an iconic pub in the heart of the City. They have a number of incredible spaces, spanning four floors. The Gallery Room is a PDR on the first floor that’s great for meetings (it has a screen!) and private dining. It can seat 14 or fit 20 people standing.
4. Hawksmoor Wood Wharf
Named for the local legend Queenie Watts, the PDR at Hawksmoor Wood Wharf is an incredible space that seat up to 22 people. It has AV equipment and a large screen so it’s a great spot if you need to host a meeting before digging into some delicious dry-aged beef, sustainable seafood, and seasonal farm produce.
5. The Mandrake
This intimate setting at The Mandrake creates a dramatic backdrop for any private dining event. It can fit up to 20 seated guests and offers bespoke menus from YOPO’s Executive Chef.
6. STK Rooftop Steakhouse
Located in Stratford, STK Rooftop has a PDR that features beautiful city views and a flexible seating layout. It’s great for both private experiences and corporate dinners. It’s perfect if you love delicious steak and want a stunning backdrop for your event.
7. The Little Orange Door
Clapham is where you’ll find The Little Orange Door. This eclectic restaurant is divided into spaces that you’d typically find in your own home. While there are a number of areas to choose from, if you’re looking for a place for a private dining experience, you have to pick the Conservatory. There are hanging plant pots, its own gin bar, and even a private entrance to a terrace. It can seat up to 30 people, making it an excellent location for your next event.
8. Farzi London
You’d never know you were minutes from the bustling Piccadilly Circus when you have your event in this private dining room. It’s a truly intimate space, tucked away in a corner of the restaurant, making it great for business meetings and dinners. It can be fit between 5-10 guests depending on how you set up the space.
9. Artist Residence London
Artist Residence is a unique venue close to Victoria Station. They have three event spaces as well as bedrooms available for hire. The Club Room is filled with natural light and can fit 15 guests seated and 30 guests standing.
10. Piazza Italiana
If you’re looking for a venue near Liverpool Street, Piazza Italiana has a lovely private dining room elevated just above the main dinging room. It’s very intimate and features its own welcome bar area.
11. The Chivas Room at Searcys The Gherkin
High profile or international clients to impress? You’re definitely going to need somewhere to wine and dine them in style. For flawless first impressions, look no further than The Chivas Room at Searcys The Gherkin.
30 St Mary Axe, EC3A 8EP.
12. Art’otel London Hoxton
Host your next private dinner in the heart of Shoreditch with incredible skyline views. This event space is located on the 24th floor and can be set up just how you want it.
13. SAMA Bankside
Enjoy a meal under a Victorian railway arch in SAMA Bankside’s private room. This independent bar and restaurant in Southwark serves up an eclectic mix of world food in their 22 people private dining space.
3 Robinson Road, SE1 8BU.
14. The Tasting Room at St Pancras by Searcys
We can’t get enough of the high-ceilings and elegant design of The Tasting Room at St Pancras by Searcys. Designed by Martin Brudnizki, their newly refurbished private dining room is the perfect space for intimate meetings and celebrations right in the middle of buzzing King’s Cross St Pancras station.
St Pancras Station, N1C 4QL.
15. Bluebird Chelsea
Bluebird Chelsea has a lovely private dining room, the Mezzanine Room, which overlooks the main restaurant adding a bit of atmosphere to the space. There’s a tv you can use for presenting, making it a great option for meetings followed by lunch or dinner.
16. Wine Room at Gaucho Piccadilly
This shiny-surfaced space allows you to feast on a meal of steak inside a room of wine. Which sounds to us like the perfect evening of extravagance! Enjoy Argentine style at its finest in their opulent surroundings.
25 Swallow Street, W1B 4QR.
17. 100 Wardour Street
The iconic 100 Wardour Street has a wonderful private dining room called the 100 Room. It’s right next to the stage and bar so you can still take advantage of the great entertainment in the venue.
18. Giovanni Room at Quaglino’s
The quirky Giovanni Room at art deco-inspired Quaglino’s is the perfect space for an intimate dinner. The striking interiors and dedicated events team will make your event here one to remember.
16 Bury Street, SW1Y 6AJ.
19. Arding & Hobbs
Arding & Hobbs is a restored landmark in Clapham Junction which was once a grand department store. They’ve kept the character and modernised the space, including the Silk room, which is perfect for private dining.
20. Colonel Saab
The Memsaab Dining Room is an elegant space filled with Indian artistry. The space is private and flexible as there are two dining rooms that can be combined into one larger one. Capacities range from 10 seated up to 30 seated and 20 standing up to 45 standing.
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