

Opera Tavern, La Scala Room
23 Catherine St, London, WC2B 5JS -
From
£2000 min spendUp to
42 guestsOffers
cateringInternal Catering
allowed
About Venue
With a refreshed look and feel, Opera Tavern is a buzzy and inviting tapas bar and restaurant in the heart of Covent Garden's theatreland. Downstairs, striking graphic prints by the likes of Ben Eine complement the stylish bar, counter seating, and communal table, with a warm and atmospheric first-floor dining space above. whilst a quick venture upstairs reveals a dining room decked out with polished plaster walls, a gold-leaf ceiling, and large sash windows to create an intimate space perfect for hosting a private get-together.
The team at Opera Tavern has pulled out all of the stops to provide guests with as authentic tapas experience as you are likely to find in the city. Iberico sourced from Spain accompanies thoughtfully sourced meats from around the country, whilst the wine list is made up of exclusively Spanish and Italian imports. There's also a strong list of spirits to choose from, with brandies, whiskies, and no less than ten variants of sherry available to guests. Perfect to stop in and enjoy a pre-theatre tipple, the location of the venue mirrors the quality of the food, drink, and décor to create an all-around stylish establishment.
La Scala Room on the first floor can be hired for private events and can accommodate up to 42 seated guests or 45 standing. This amazing space allows you to play your own personal music and has a screen/projector available upon request and has its own private bar making the perfect place for a private event.
There are multiple group set menus available for private parties which feature an array of Salt Yard’s most popular tapas dishes and are designed to be shared by the whole group.
Our team is happy to assist with any additional requirements such as flowers, name cards, personalized menus and wine selection.
Capacity & Layout
Boardroom
up to 16
Classroom
up to 42
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: Minimum spend/day
from £2000 minimum spend/day
from £2000 minimum spend/day
from £2000 minimum spend/day
from £2000 minimum spend/day
from £2000 minimum spend/day
from £2000 minimum spend/day
from £2000 minimum spend/day
Food & Beverage
Catering arrangements
Catering facilities
Refreshments
Alcohol
Facilities & Amenities
Heating
Air conditioning
Natural light
Table / chairs included
Public transport
Premises parking
Audio & Visual
Sound system
Projector & screen
WiFi
Space Rules
Allowed events
Licensed for alcohol
Cancellation policy
• Cancellations - We require 1-month cancellation notice otherwise we'll keep the deposit (50% of the min spend agreed)
Location
Reviews
- Ashley JonesJuly 2025
Service was a great part of the lovely atmosphere. Delia especially made our visit effortless and relaxing. She was very knowledgeable on the food and beverages on offer. We came for a small bite to eat and a few drinks before our show at the drury lane theatre, and would definitely recommended.
- Marian Razvan Bordean (JordyWild)July 2025
Exceptional Service by Jose! We had a lovely dining experience, and a big part of that was thanks to our waiter, Jose. From the moment we arrived, he was friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. He made great recommendations, checked in just the right amount, and always had a smile on his face. You could tell he cared about making sure we had a good time. It’s rare to come across service this genuine Jose really went above and beyond. Thank you for making our evening so enjoyable!
- Dazza GreenwoodSeptember 2025
The food we great and the location is in a fun neighborhood of London. There was a possibly Italian waitress who was amazing and so were Jose, Monica, and Delia. Honestly, the entire floor team was top notch and working together like an engine.
- Vicky GoldsmithNovember 2025
We redeemed our Groupon voucher this afternoon and had a great meal. Aaron was attentive and made us feel really looked after during our dining there. The lady was also great ( sorry we didn't get your name! ) The food was fantastic and there were no complaints. Would come again!





