If there is one thing England’s capital is not short of, it is beautiful, convenient restaurants. Whether it is for a meal before the theatre or dinner with friends, London has a seemingly endless variety to choose from. However, sometimes a table in a busy eatery just doesn’t feel right for the occasion, perhaps a landmark birthday or another special celebration. For events like these, intimate weddings and anniversaries, only the most elegant of private dining rooms will do.
Finding the perfect private dining room is so important, a place where stunning surroundings and excellent service combine seamlessly into an unrivalled dining experience. When you book for a private room, it is about more than privacy. It enables you to control the ambiance and the pace of the event, it provides a sense of prestige and sophistication. The combination of personalised service, privacy and luxury are what make private dining such an unrivalled experience. The place should speak to all manner of tastes and preferences, provide beautifully prepared meals and boast spectacular views of London.
Whether you want to relax in a beautiful basement room or dance in a bright conservatory, this list of London’s most spectacular private dining rooms should provide all the necessary information for planning your next big event.
The Wolseley, Piccadilly
Presented in 2003 by Corbin & King, The Wolseley European restaurant became an instant classic and celebrity favourite on the streets of England’s capital. The marble column lined establishment, famed for its simple yet striking monochrome colour scheme, even inspired British journalist A. A. Gill to write a book about the beautiful breakfast options available, like delicious, syrup-covered pancakes or a hearty full English. The private dining room on offer at The Wolseley overlooks the beautiful, bustling main restaurant below and features statement arched windows on all four walls. The result is a space flooded with natural light. The room can be booked for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner and can accommodate up to 15 guests.
Hide, Mayfair
A Michelin-starred restaurant in the luxurious and sophisticated neighbourhood of Mayfair, Hide, is owned by celebrity chef Ollie Dabbous and world-beating wine sellers Hedonism Wines. Rumours are that it cost a staggering £20 million to its investors prior to the grand opening in 2018, most of which is thought to have been spent on a stunning spiral staircase that winds its breathtaking path up through the centre of the restaurant and to the floors above. It is on the very top floor of this modern eatery where you can find Hide and Seek, two cleverly named private dining spaces with their own lift and private entrances. The rooms boast floor-to-ceiling windows, intricate wood-panelled walls and a stylish wooden dining set. The two rooms can be booked together to fit one party of up to 24 guests, or one room can be booked for 8 guests instead.
Hélène Darroze at The Connaught, Mayfair
This three Michelin-starred restaurant is located at the Connaught hotel in London and offers an exquisite private dining room called ‘The Sommelier’s Table’. The room is an intimate space located in the restaurant’s famed wine cellar and is the perfect combination of luxury, privacy and world-class dining. It is surrounded by an extensive collection of wines, many of which appear on the bespoke menus crafted by renowned chef Hélène Darroze and by expert sommeliers. The menus are designed to highlight seasonal foods and to reflect the chef’s philosophy of combining the beauty of French cuisine with other global influences. The Sommelier’s Table is elegantly decorated and stylish, with warm lighting that creates a refined, welcoming atmosphere for guests. The room can accommodate up to ten guests for a small, intimate gathering.
Decimo, Kings Cross
Located at The Standard hotel in the heart of Kings Cross is Decimo, a beautifully executed merge of Spanish and Mexican cuisine helmed by Michelin-starred chef Peter Sanchez-Iglesias. Set on The Standard’s tenth floor and boasting floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the terrace, Decimo is a stylish, Latin-inspired venue with a private dining area perfect for any occasion, offering delicious meals like lobster with chilli, gambas rojas and croquetas de jamon as well as a bespoke sharing menu including cocktail and wine pairings. Music is played all night long by the restaurant’s resident DJ’s and the rooftop bar is open until 2 am on Friday’s Saturdays. Host up to 38 seated or 50 standing guests at Decimo for a weekend get together and there will be no need for an early end to the perfect night.
Brunswick House, Vauxhall
In a sea of high-rise buildings and urban developments, Brunswick House, set in a stunning Georgian mansion, truly is a treasure. Designed as an antiques shop, a café and a restaurant all at once, this establishment is run by award-winning chef Jackson Boxer who has invested so much time in the restaurant that it now outshines the shop as a destination of its own. With tables nestled amongst trailing greenery and hanging candelabras, and a menu serving sustainably seasonal British dishes, Brunswick house is the perfect place to host a wedding party. For larger groups of people, the whole venue is available for hire as well as smaller rooms up for grabs for groups of up to ten. For a quirky, memorable experience and an array of photo props, Brunswick House is the perfect choice.
It is the combination of exquisite cuisine, excellent service and a personalised ambiance that makes private dining such a sought after experience. There is no better way to host a memorable evening than by escaping the crowds and enjoying the privacy of a lavishly decorated room. The private dining spaces of London cater to a vast array of culinary tastes, guest list sizes and decor preferences, making the perfect restaurant easy to find.
