Unique Private Dining Rooms in London
Whether you’re wooing clients, rewarding the team, or toasting a milestone, London’s private dining scene serves serious flavour with a side of spectacle. We’ve handpicked five standout spaces that blend impeccable menus, seamless service, and settings guaranteed to spark conversation — from skyline showstoppers to elegant hideaways. Ready to book? Ask our venue experts to pair you with the perfect spot.
1. The Chesterfield Mayfair Hotel
The Chesterfield Mayfair Hotel
Moments from Green Park, The Chesterfield Mayfair brings old‑school glamour to private dining, whether you’re wooing clients in the chandeliered Queen Suite (seats 16) with its own entrance, or going grand in the Royal Suite for up to 100. Expect polished service and quintessentially British cooking done properly: Dover Sole filleted tableside, Orkney scallops and venison Wellington, with thoughtful pairings from a savvy team.
Prefer something cosier? The oak‑panelled nooks and the warm, intimate Butlers Restaurant set the stage for conversation and celebration alike. With Mayfair on the doorstep and calm, considered hospitality inside, this is a superb setting for boardroom‑level dinners that feel special without the fuss.
Location: Mayfair
Capacity: 60 Cabaret
2. AMANO Covent Garden
AMANO Covent Garden
Right in the thick of theatreland, AMANO Covent Garden brings dramatic flair to private dining. Penelope’s pairs an opulent, design-led setting with bold Israeli–Spanish menus—think sharing paellas with whole lobster and vibrant plates that spark conversation—ideal for client entertaining or leadership dinners. Host up to 18 in the plush private dining room, 25 in the semi-private mezzanine, or take the entire restaurant for larger celebrations.
Make a night of it with pre-dinner cocktails from award‑winning mixologists and a rooftop nightcap with skyline views, all under one roof to keep logistics effortless. With stylish interiors, flexible formats and a buzzing central location, this is a standout option for teams wanting a memorable, modern dining experience without straying far from the office.
Location: Covent Garden
Capacity: 18 Boardroom
3. The Conduit
The Conduit
For board-level suppers or client dinners, The Conduit brings purpose and polish to private dining in the heart of Covent Garden. Choose the Reading Rooms for intimate tables among curated bookshelves, or scale up to The Forum for up to 120 guests without losing the boutique feel. Service is slick, AV and Wi‑Fi are on hand for short speeches, and menus champion seasonal, sustainably sourced produce.
If you’re after a showstopper, the Rooftop Pergola pairs London skyline views with a nature‑forward design that sparks conversation whatever the season. Pre‑ or post‑dinner drinks in the Ubuntu Lounge keep energy high, and the central location makes travel effortless for cross‑city teams. It’s a thoughtful, flexible setting that elevates hospitality while walking the talk on sustainability.
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Capacity: 60 Cabaret
4. 12 Hay Hill
12 Hay Hill
On Berkeley Square in the heart of Mayfair, 12 Hay Hill brings private members’ club polish to your private dinner. Expect five-star service and high-spec surroundings that do the impressing for you. The Lounge offers views and flexible layouts for 20–100 guests, with portable walls to right-size the room, while the top-floor bar is perfect for a refined reception before seating.
Food takes centre stage: pick seasonal set menus or work with the Head Chef on a bespoke line-up for every palate. For something intimate, The Bar pairs a luxe lounge with a private terrace; for bigger spreads, event spaces can host long banquets or cabaret-style dinners for up to 80 diners, with receptions to 130. And with Green Park station moments away, arrivals stay effortless.
Location: Mayfair
Capacity: 60 Cabaret
5. Surveyors House
Surveyors House
Set in the heart of Westminster, Surveyors House pairs Victorian grandeur with postcard views of Big Ben and the Palace of Westminster. It’s spot-on for client hosting or leadership dinners, with refined rooms for 10–18. Choose the cosy private room at Searcys Bar & Brasserie, the stately President’s Dining Room, or Dubai for 12, each bright with natural light and moments from Westminster station.
Searcys’ chefs craft seasonal, British-led menus to your brief and dietary needs, delivered with quietly impeccable service. Want a short speech or slide? The President’s Dining Room includes LCD, Wi‑Fi and PA to keep things slick. Begin with a landmark-view reception, then sit down to polished plates in a setting that does the impressing for you.
Location: Westminster
Capacity: 18 Boardroom
6. Trafalgar St James
Trafalgar St James
Perched above Trafalgar Square, Trafalgar St James turns private dining into a skyline moment. The Rooftop ROOM pairs chic Art Deco style with landmark views, perfect for client lunches or leadership dinners for up to 16 seated. Service is polished yet unobtrusive, and there’s an outdoor nook for pre‑dinner cocktails.
Hosting a bigger crowd? The Deck scales things up with canopy‑covered seating, heaters and blankets for year‑round al fresco dining, accommodating around 60 for dinner or 100 for a reception. With Charing Cross moments away and premium, seasonally led menus from The Rooftop and Rockwell teams, this boutique bolthole blends convenience, culinary flair and serious wow‑factor.
Location: Trafalgar Square
Capacity: 46 Boardroom
From discreet dining rooms to skyline showstoppers and immersive backdrops, London’s private dining scene serves up every flavour of celebration. If you’re planning client hosting, a board dinner or a team treat, our venue experts can shortlist the perfect spot and handle the details so you can focus on the guests. Ready to get started? get in touch and we’ll set the table for a standout event.
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