13 best private dining rooms in London: 13 sumptuous hideouts
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The best private dining rooms in London are sumptuous enough to rival castle banqueting halls and gilded spaces in iconic hotels around the world. They’re blissful havens where, just for a while, the hustle and bustle of the capital’s streets become a distant memory, as we savour art gallery-worthy dishes among the people we love the most. Some are favoured by cash-splashing celebrities who shun cocktail bars for a soiree behind closed doors, while others make unforgettable destinations for milestone birthdays. Whatever you’re looking for, we’ve rounded up the prettiest of the bunch.
Ambassadors Clubhouse, Piccadilly
JKS’ Ambassadors Clubhouse had the hottest tables in town when it opened its doors in 2024 and, judging by word on London’s streets, there are no signs of interest dying down. However, as couples feast on succulent chicken shops and pile tongue-tingling curries on plates in the main, jewellery-box dining spaces, larger groups opt to keep things more intimate in one of the several private dining rooms. The Jungli Room seats up to six, ideal for friendly reunions with a minimum spend starting at just £400, while The Raja Rana Room offers space for 12 in a twinkling, candlelit setting. For summer soirees, there’s space for 36 seated or 60 standing on The Verandah.
Address: Ambassadors Clubhouse, 25 Heddon Street, London W1B 4BH
Website: ambassadorsclubhouse.com
Spring, Covent Garden
Skye Gyngell’s award-winning restaurant deserves another accolade, for it’s home to one of the prettiest private dining rooms in London. Firstly, could the location be any better? What better way to work up an appetite before a stroll through Covent Garden and into Somerset House, one of the capital’s most iconic attractions? Skye’s team create incredible waste-conscious dishes that reflect the seasons in dining spaces you’re more than happy to gawp up until plates land on tables. Choose a standing affair with canapes costing £12 for three or £18 for five per person, or take over a chic dining room for up to 36 guests.
Address: Spring Restaurant, Lancaster Place, London WC2R 1LA
Website: springrestaurant.co.uk
Bob Bob Ricard, Soho and The City
Bob Bob Ricard’s ‘Press for Champagne’ buttons took social media by storm when the restaurant first opened its doors. It’s treaded the line between novelty restaurant and glitzy dining spot extraordinarily well, and the Soho site, in particular, remains a go-to for foodies as glamorous as they are ravenous. Best of all, the full à la carte menu is available in the 20-cover private dining room, removing the need to offer limited options in favour of a lacklustre set menu.
Address: Bob Bob Ricard, 1 Upper James Street, London W1F 9DF
Website: bobbobricard.com
Quo Vadis, Soho
In addition to being one of London’s trendiest members’ clubs, this former brothel and home to Karl Marx makes an excellent base for an intimate party. The pleasingly green Marx Room accommodates up to 24 for communal dining and 32 across individual oval tables, while The Leoni Room, which bathes in natural light on blue-sky evenings, can host 12 for dining or up to 20 standing.
Address: Quo Vadis, 26-29 Dean Street, London W1D 3LL
Website: quovadissoho.co.uk
The Aubrey, Knightsbridge
Embark on an adventure of indulgent Japanese Flavours in the heart of Knightsbridge at one of Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London’s sleekest restaurants. Admire walls adorned with hundreds of pieces of Japonistic art before smugly slipping into the private dining space fit for up to 12 guests. Feast on Izakaya dishes under shimmering chandeliers before shuffling into a connected private bar where some of the most skilled bartenders in town shake and stir their way into your heart.
Address: The Aubrey, 66 Knightsbridge, London SW1X 7LA
Website: mandarinoriental.com
Mount Street Restaurant, Mayfair
Mayfair’s most intriguing restaurant houses a host of secret dining rooms for various soirees. There’s the Venetian-style Italian Room and Bar featuring Italian Verde Alpi green marble and artwork by De Chirico, or The Swiss Room, with a gorgeous hand-crafted oak floor and colourful pops, for seated groups of up to 14. However, the private dining room atop many a Londoners’ bucket list is The Scottish Room, a spectacular space for up to 28 guests inspired by the history of the Highlands and sister property, the Fife Arms.
Address: Mount St. Restaurant, First Floor, 41-43 Mount Street, London W1K 2RX
Website: mountstrestaurant.com
Luca, Clerkenwell
It’s of little surprise that Clerkenwell’s bucket-list Italian restaurant houses one of the prettiest private dining rooms in London. Dedicated fans of the eatery’s Michelin-starred fare would prefer we gatekept this floral wonderland, but that’d be unfair. Round up a group of six to 20 foodies and devour dishes such as creamy tortellini, seafood sharing plates and, of course, Luca’s tiramisu.
Address: Luca, 88 St John Street, London EC1M 4EH
Website: luca.restaurant
The Broadwick, Soho
The circus elephants gazing down on Soho’s streets set the tone of this intriguingly fabulous hotel and its dining spaces. The eighth-floor dining room has seen its fair share of spectacular parties and industry events in the property’s short life, with floral tablescapes illuminated by candlelight and, weather prompting, the fireplace’s glow.
Address: Broadwick Soho, 20 Broadwick Street, London W1F 8TH
Website: broadwicksoho.com
Belvedere, Holland Park
Belvedere is one of London’s ‘if you know, you know’ spots. Those who are in the know are among the capital’s most glamorous foodies, and this resplendent restaurant has hosted countless glitzy events and celebrity soirees over the years. The Holland Park hideout is a strong contender for the prettiest restaurants in London, as anyone lucky enough to step inside can attest. Lello Favuzzi serves flavours inspired by his Sardinian hometown of Sassari, with seasonal flavours peppering impeccable pasta dishes and seafood delights. There’s a private dining room for intimate groups overlooking the 19th-century ballroom, while the upstairs area is available for exclusive use, spilling onto a balcony that’ll have you dreaming of summer evenings in Verona.
Address: Belvedere Restaurant, Holland Park, Abbotsbury Road, London W8 6LU
Website: belvedererestaurant.co.uk
Akara Restaurant, Borough
We couldn’t recommend this West African restaurant enough, whether you ’re dining beside the French doors as they’re pulled open on balmy evenings or heading upstairs for an intimate get-together. The intimate space seats a maximum of 14 guests, who listen to the clinking below as the talented kitchen team rustles up lip-smacking menus in the kitchens below. Signature dishes include BBQ prawn akara and Lagos chicken with citrus hot sauce.
Address: Akara Restaurant, Arch 208, 18 Stoney Street, London SE1 9AD
Website: akaralondon.co.uk
The George, Fitzrovia
For a private dining room in London oozing character, look no further than this Grade II-listed, 18th-century pub in Fitzrovia. Expect classic pub grub executed extremely well, from generous portions of fish and chips to flat iron steaks followed by indulgent helpings of sticky toffee pudding. A dedicated space seats up to 20, but several areas are available for exclusive use, including the 30-cover dining room and the snug for 25 standing.
Address: The George, 55 Great Portland Street, London W1W 7LQ
Website: thegeorge.london
Boundary, Shoreditch
You’ll find a suitable space for your jamboree at Boundary, conveniently tucked just off Shoreditch High Street. The snug is a chic, warmly-lit space for dinner parties of up to 16, while Below Boundary, with its double-height vaulted ceilings, open brickwork and marble floor, offers space for 100 seated or 150 standing. However, on a summer’s evening, there’s nothing quite like watching the capital’s skies turn a vivid shade of tangerine while surrounded by loved ones in The Orangery.
Address: Boundary Shoreditch, 2-4 Boundary Street, London E2 7DD
Website: boundary.london
Sparrow Italia, Mayfair
Mayfair’s chicest Italian restaurant is the perfect place for a private event, thanks to its townhouse-esque layout offering various interiors and atmospheres. The floor-to-ceiling bar is the ground floor’s centrepiece, making it perfect for cocktail parties. Upstairs, there’s enough space for 64 seated on the first floor, where the dining room spills into Sparrow’s indoor garden, while communal dining for up to 25 is possible on the second floor.
Address: Sparrow Italia Mayfair, 1-3 Avery Row, London W1K 4AJ
Website: sparrowitalia.com