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116 Pall Mall, Café Duke

116 Pall Mall, St. James's, London, SW1Y 5ED -

From
£1800 min spend
Up to
120 guests
Offers
catering
Internal Catering
allowed

About Venue

Nestled in the heart of London, 116 Pall Mall is a magnificent Georgian building, just steps away from the city’s most iconic landmarks. Since its establishment in 1828, it has proudly served as the distinguished home of the Institute of Directors.

For an occasion that demands excellence, look no further than our exceptional venue. Spanning five floors, our versatile spaces are perfect for a wide range of events— from corporate functions and private gatherings to festive celebrations and weddings. The venue’s opulent décor, stunning original features, and timeless period charm create a captivating atmosphere, while our rich heritage adds a unique touch to every event. To elevate your experience, we offer impeccable service, ensuring every detail is flawlessly executed.

Café Duke was created from the original washrooms used by officers of the United Service Club. Unique, quirky and filled with original features, it has served as a filming location for blockbuster Batman movie The Dark Knight and the award-winning TV drama Downton Abbey.

Capacity & Layout

Standing

up to 120

Dining

up to 60

Theatre

up to 80

Boardroom

up to 30

Cabaret

up to 40

Classroom

up to 40

Pricing
& Opening Hours

Weekly schedule

monday
00:00 - 24:00
tuesday
00:00 - 24:00
wednesday
00:00 - 24:00
thursday
00:00 - 24:00
friday
00:00 - 24:00
saturday
00:00 - 24:00
sunday
00:00 - 24:00

Price type:

from £2500 per day
from £2500 per day
from £2500 per day
from £2500 per day
from £2500 per day
from £2500 per day
from £2500 per day

Food & Beverage

Catering arrangements

Catering facilities

Refreshments

Alcohol

Facilities & Amenities

Cloakroom

Disabled access

Heating

Air conditioning

Natural light

Table / chairs included

Audio & Visual

WiFi

Space Rules

Allowed events

Wedding ceremony licence

Licensed for alcohol

Cancellation policy

50% refundable 91 days before the event

Location

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Reviews

ester scerbakova
July 2025
Very nice and private garden to enjoy a cold bottle of bubbly and some snacks.
Alexandre Costa
November 2025
Went for lunch with my family, we stayed in a very comfortable saloon, the food was really nice, amazing atmosphere, definitely recommend to everyone who wants a relaxed and welcoming place to lunch or just a meeting. Thank you Temi for the great service and for being so helpful!
Sara Scerbakova
July 2025
Cocktails are tasteful & strong, service is amazing and very fast. Cute and private area in the garden.