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Top Restaurants for Christmas Parties in London
London has more than 5,000 dining spaces to book for Christmas on Tagvenue, with festive set menus from around £24 per person, packages up to £150 per head and minimum spend averaging £1,500. Book a private dining room, a cosy pub or a grand hotel dining room in cuisines from British to Italian, Spanish, French, Indian and Japanese. Choose a private room or a semi-private area to keep costs down. Compare Christmas party restaurants and book free, with no admin fees.
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![Banquet at The Botanist Broadgate Circle in City of London]()
from £14
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28 guestsThe Botanist Broadgate CircleLiverpool Street StationCity of LondonNNatalia M.
“We had our Office Christmas lunch here second year in a row.” -
![Private Dinning Room at The Folly in Bank, London]()
from £44.95
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30 guestsThe FollyBank StationBank, LondonLLisa D.
“Stellar service, organized team and the food was amazing ! Best Christmas party venue I have ever booked!!!” -
![Semi-Private Dining Room at Ember Yard in Soho, London]()
from £44
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24 guestsEmber YardOxford Circus StationSoho, London
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HHarriet S.
“We had our team Christmas Lunch in the Josper Room and it was awesome!” -
![Christmas Party at Nags Head, Covent Garden in Covent Garden, London]()
from £33
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75 guestsNags Head, Covent GardenCovent Garden StationCovent Garden, LondonLLeanne
“Lovely pub to host a Christmas lunch, food was delicious with generous portions!” -
![Restaurant at Balls Brothers Minster Court in Tower Hill, London]()
from £5
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80 guestsBalls Brothers Minster CourtTower Hill StationTower Hill, London
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DDiana E.
“We had our Christmas work party at this venue, and what a hidden gem it is!” -
![Small Private Dining Room at Brasserie Blanc Southbank in Waterloo, London]()
from £800
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySmall Private Dining Room
20 guestsBrasserie Blanc SouthbankWaterloo StationWaterloo, LondonWWill
“Organised a work christmas dinner here.” -
![Christmas party package - whole venue hire (Monday & Weekend) at The Refinery New Street Square in Holborn, London]()
from £2.95
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110 guestsThe Refinery New Street SquareChancery Lane StationHolborn, LondonHHw
“Held a Christmas event here for 60+ people.” -
![Private Dining Room at Brasserie Blanc Chancery Lane in Holborn, London]()
from £1250
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
40 guestsBrasserie Blanc Chancery LaneChancery Lane StationHolborn, London
#Supervenue
BBen S.
“Food was great value for money and very tasty! Room was perfect for our group and the service was exceptional.” -
![Venetian Room at Bolton's in Tower Hill, London]()
from £80
minimum spend / per morningCheck availabilityVenetian Room
18 guestsBolton'sBank StationTower Hill, London
#Supervenue
HHan C.
“Lovely staff and service, great food, and the private room was very nicely set up for us.” -
![Large Private Dining Room at Brasserie Blanc Southbank in Waterloo, London]()
from £46.50
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60 guestsBrasserie Blanc SouthbankWaterloo StationWaterloo, LondonKKatie B.
“We hosted our Christmas party here.” -
![Exclusive Restaurant Hire at Smith's Bar & Grill in Westminster Borough, London]()
from £75
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100 guestsSmith's Bar & GrillWarwick Avenue StationWestminster Borough, LondonNNicola P.
“The bar is beautiful and it was decorated elegantly for Christmas. Thank you for the best party ever!” -
![Upper Terrace at Cinnamon Kitchen in Spitalfields, London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityUpper Terrace
60 guestsCinnamon KitchenLiverpool Street StationSpitalfields, London
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LLucy H.
“We hired the Private room for our Company Christmas lunch.”
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What Christmas packages are available in London?
Festive event offers are suitable for family celebrations, company parties, and anything in-between. They usually include a three course meal or a festive buffet and drinks. Some spaces might even come decorated for the season! Christmas deals in London offer minimum spend ranging from £1000 to £10000, or packages between £2.95 and £155 per person. You'll find options for 20 to 300 guests.
Salt And Chili Crispy Chicken, Chips, Peppers, Curry Sauce
PADRON PEPPERS
Smoked Chilli Salt pb
HUMMUS
Sumac, Chickpea, Pitta Bread pb
LOADED NACHOS
Guacamole, Sour Cream, Salsa, Jalapeno v
MAC & CHEESE CROQUETTES
Granarolo, Nduja Mayo v
KOREAN CAULIFLOWER
Spring Onion, Sesame, House Pickles pb
MOZZARELLA STICKS
Arrabbiata Sauce, Granarolo v
CHICKEN TERIYAKI SKEWER
Miso Aioli, Spring Onion, Sesame
FRIED BUTTERMILK CHICKEN
Gochujang Ketchup, Chilli, Lime
CRISPY SQUID
Sweet Chilli Sauce, Sushi Ginger, Coriander
• Teas and coffees included
• Christmas cracker for each guest
• Dietary adjustments available on request
• Option to add sparkling reception and seasonal canapés
STARTERS
1. Roasted parsnip and apple velouté with toasted seeds (vg/gf)
2. Ham hock and wholegrain mustard terrine, pickled shallots and toasted sourdough
MAINS
1. Turkey ballotine with sage and onion stuffing, fondant potatoes, honey glazed carrots, buttered sprouts and turkey jus (gf)
2. Roasted cauliflower steak, curried cauliflower puree, crispy kale and pomegranate seeds (vg/gf)
DESSERTS
1. Sticky toffee pudding, brandy caramel sauce and crème fraîche
2. Chocolate and orange tart, dark chocolate ganache and candied orange (vg)
1. Starters
2. Mains
3. Desserts
• All mains served with chips and either green vegetables or a green salad
• Steaks served with your choice of sauce
STARTERS
1. Scallops
2. Steak tartare
3. Burrata
MAINS
1. Chimichurri ribeye 400g
2. Fillet 300g
3. Salmon fillet
4. Flat iron chicken
5. Ricotta and parmesan ravioli
DESSERTS
1. Dulce de leche cheesecake
2. Lemon meringue tart
CHEESE
1. Cheese selection
2. £45 per person for the whole selection
3-course set menu
Glass of Prosecco on arrival
Half a bottle of wine with dinner
STARTERS
1. Famous Hummus
2. Organic Broccoli with Chipotle Tahini
3. Garlic Butter Naan
MAINS
1. The Legendary Paneer Kebab
2. Chicken Shish Kebab
3. Hummus & Falafel Kebab
4. Lamb Chump Kebab
5. Greek Salad
DESSERT
1. Baklava
2. Sticky Toffee Pudding
Christmas Party Restaurants - Tagvenue’s Picks
Based on Tagvenue’s data, as of September 2026, here’s an overview of some of the best spaces you can book for your event in London:
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Banquet at The Botanist Broadgate Circle
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Christmas Party at Nags Head, Covent Garden
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Restaurant at Balls Brothers Minster Court
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| Space type | Dining Room in a Restaurant | Dining Room in a Pub | Dining Room in a Bar |
| Venue | Chic restaurant and cocktail bar in Broadgate Circle, featuring Modern British fare and a late-night basement club, the Soda Room. Ideal for parties, dinners, and celebrations with live music or DJs. | Traditional Victorian pub in Covent Garden featuring McMullen ales, a private upstairs dining space, and a modern twist on British cuisine. Ideal for birthdays and large casual gatherings. | Art Deco–themed bar in London's Minster Court, known for modern British cuisine, premium cocktails, and flexible event spaces. Perfect for private parties, corporate events, or festive celebrations featuring your own DJ, a dance floor, and great service. |
| Booking costs | from £14 per person | from £33 per person | from £5 per person |
| Capacity | 28 guests seating, 40 standing | 75 guests seating, 120 standing | 80 guests seating, 100 standing |
| Location | City of London | Covent Garden, London | Tower Hill, London |
| What users say | ‘Lovely venue, great service & atmosphere and nice food.’ | ‘The Nags head was the perfect venue for work Christmas party!’ | ‘We hosted our staff Christmas Party here and they all commented how lovely the venue was!’ |
FAQs about Top Restaurants for Christmas Parties in London
Booking costs of Christmas party restaurants average £1250 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in London, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £850 | to £2500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £45 | to £60 | per person |
| From £850 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
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Semi-Private Dining Room at Ember Yard in Soho - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The team really looked after us and the food was sensational.’ -
Christmas Party at Nags Head, Covent Garden in Covent Garden - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The Nags head was the perfect venue for work Christmas party!’ -
Banquet at The Botanist Broadgate Circle in City of London - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Lovely venue, great service & atmosphere and nice food.’
You'll find Christmas party restaurants in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in London, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 35 guests | prices average £900 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 50 and 75 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 85 guests | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 1 mi from Central London, available to book on Tagvenue:
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The Dining Room at Marquis of Westminster
on 50 Warwick Way - 0.5 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘We booked the grove room downstairs.’ -
The Jacobite Room at Boisdale of Belgravia
on 15 Eccleston Street - 0.8 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘We decided with y now husband to visit the place yearly to have dinner on our anniversary.’ -
Small Private Dining Room at Brasserie Blanc Southbank
on 9 Belvedere Road - 1 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘We hosted our Christmas party here.’
Smaller Christmas party restaurants usually fit up to 35 guests seated. Here are some great options in London, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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The Private Dining Room at The Last Talisman, rated 4.7/5 - dining room for 20 guests
Our user said: ‘Great intimate space for a small private party, the ambiance and music was nice. Staff were nice and helpful.’ -
Wine Cellar at Canto Corvino, rated 4.9/5 - dining room for 20 guests
Our user said: ‘The food and drink was on top form and the service in the private rooms would as you'd hope.’ -
The Snug Room at The Ganton Arms, rated 4.9/5 - dining room for 30 guests
Venue said: We have a range of different spaces for both small and large events. After-work drinks, birthday parties, work dos or any other friends and family gatherings.
Cheap Christmas party restaurants in London start from £500 minimum spend per event or £200 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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Main Restaurant at The King's Head Pub, from £500 minimum spend per event (up to 65 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘The staff were great. The manager really looked after us. Great value for money. Convenient location.’ -
Orangery at Hyatt Place London City East, from £200 hire fee per event (up to 20 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘It was exactly what we wanted for the hen party and also in our budget which was ideal.’ -
Semi-Private Room B at PARO - Awarded Best Indian Restaurant, from £39 per person (up to 30 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘It is a beautiful restaurant and great value for money. I will definitely be recommending to friends.’
Your Guide to Hiring Christmas Party Restaurants in London
Which restaurant suits your Christmas occasion?
Match the spot to the occasion: polished restaurants and private dining rooms for the office do, lively pubs for friends, and intimate rooms for family. A quick guide
(Tagvenue data):
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Occasion |
Best type of spot |
Ideal group |
Budget guide |
Top pick |
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Work Christmas dinner |
Private dining room or restaurant in the |
20 to 100 |
from £50 per person |
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Work Christmas lunch |
Pub dining room with a daytime |
30 to 75 |
from £30 per person |
The Mudlark (London Bridge) |
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With friends |
Lively pub or relaxed restaurant in |
24 to 75 |
from £33 per person |
Nags Head (Covent Garden) |
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Family gathering |
Intimate private dining room |
18 to 40 |
from £45 per person |
Bolton’s Venetian Room (Tower Hill) |
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Christmas Eve |
Restaurant or hotel dining room, |
varies |
from £50 per person |
Fidelio Vienna Salon (Farringdon) |
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Christmas tea party |
Hotel lounge or tearoom with an |
10 to 30 |
from £35 per person |
Beaufort House (Chelsea) |
Match the cuisine and style to your group
Christmas dinner in London runs from traditional British roasts to global menus, and the room sets the mood as much as the food. Here is what to expect from each cuisine, plus options for special diets, chef-led dining and buffets:
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Cuisine |
What to expect |
Top Pick/s |
From |
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Traditional British |
Classic roast turkey, mince pies, |
The Lady Ottoline (Holborn), |
£30 per person |
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Italian |
Antipasti, pasta, Italian meats |
Bolton’s Venetian Room (Tower Hill) |
£45 per person |
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Spanish |
Tapas, shared plates and Josper-grilled |
Ember Yard (Soho) |
£44 per person |
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French |
Three-course menus, elegant presentation |
Brasserie Blanc Southbank (Waterloo), |
£46.50 per person |
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Indian |
Flavourful spiced dishes, sharing plates |
PARO (Covent Garden) |
£24 per person |
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Japanese and Asian fusion |
Teppanyaki, sushi and theatrical tableside |
Benihana (Covent Garden) |
£20 minimum spend |
Special diets:
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Option |
What to look for |
How to find it |
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Vegan options |
Ask any restaurant for its vegan set menu or request a |
Filter by “vegetarian menu” in the search, then confirm vegan availability with the venue |
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Gluten-free |
Most restaurants can adapt their festive menu; |
Ask the venue directly when you send your enquiry |
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Chef-led / luxury |
Multi-course tasting menus, fine wines and attentive tableside service in an upscale private dining room |
Browse the luxury filter or restaurants for special occasions |
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Buffet for large teams |
Standing or seated buffet with a wide selection, ideal |
Filter by “whole venue” and ask the venue for its festive buffet pricing per head |
For a different setting, browse private dining rooms, rooftop restaurants, quirky restaurants or group dining.
Where to book by London neighbourhood
The strongest areas for a festive meal are the City and Holborn for corporate dinners, Covent Garden and Soho for something central and lively, and Waterloo for riverside dining. Each is close to the season’s lights and markets. A top pick in each:
- City of London: professional restaurants for the office do, near Leadenhall Market’s decorated Victorian arcade.
Top pick: The Botanist Broadgate Circle, British-European fare, from £50 per person for up to 40. - Holborn: private dining rooms a step from the West End lights.
Top pick: The Lady Ottoline, a festive British pub dining room from £1,500 minimum spend for up to 35. - Covent Garden: relaxed, central meals near the Piazza’s tree and the Seven Dials lights.
Top pick: Nags Head, a lively British pub from £33 per person for up to 75. - Soho: modern restaurants by the Carnaby and Regent Street displays.
Top pick: Ember Yard, Spanish and modern, from £44 per person. - Waterloo: French dining by the river.
Top pick: Brasserie Blanc Southbank, from £46.50 per person for up to 60.
More areas: Liverpool Street, Farringdon, Shoreditch, London Bridge, Mayfair and Canary Wharf.
When should you book your Christmas dinner?
For work dinners and larger parties of 50 or more, book from early autumn to secure the best private dining rooms and prime Friday or Saturday dates. For a meal with friends or family, the best spots go quickly too, so aim to book by early December at the latest to get the restaurant and date you want.
Which night do most people book for Christmas dinner?
Thursday has been the most-requested party night for years, but 2026 data shows a clear shift: Friday is now the most popular night for the first time.
| Day of the Week |
2025 |
2026 |
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Thursday share |
33.5% |
31.3% |
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Friday share |
33.0% |
43.8% |
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Saturday share |
12.9% |
13.1% |
Friday’s share jumped more than ten percentage points year on year, while Thursday dipped. Saturday continues to grow steadily. If your group prefers a Friday, book early.
(2026 is early-season data and may shift as more bookings land. Tagvenue data.)
What about Christmas packages at restaurants?
If you do not have much time to plan, a Christmas package bundles the room, a set menu and often drinks into one booking.
Many London restaurants offer these, typically from £45 to £120 per person, and some include crackers, decorations or a welcome drink. On the dinner venues page you can already see packages from places like The Botanist Broadgate Circle (from £50 per person for two or three courses), Bolton’s Venetian Room (£45 for a three-course silver menu) and Fidelio Vienna Salon (£65 for a classic festive menu with crackers and teas).
Browse more Christmas party packages in London to compare what is included.
How do you choose the right Christmas dinner venue?
Run through this checklist before you book. Each point has something concrete to check:
- Cuisine and menu: pick a set festive menu or a cuisine your group will love, from British roasts to Spanish, Italian, French, Japanese or Indian.
- Budget per head: expect £50 to £60 per person on average, with set menus from about £24; confirm what each course and any drinks add.
- Dietary needs: check vegetarian, halal, vegan and gluten-free options up front, as festive menus vary.
- Private or semi-private: a private dining room gives you the space to yourselves; a semi-private area keeps costs down for smaller groups.
- Area and transport: pick somewhere near a tube station your guests can reach easily in December.
- What the package includes: confirm courses, drinks, decorations and any room hire or minimum spend before you commit.
Christmas Day, or a festive meal in the run-up?
Most festive bookings are meals in the weeks before Christmas, when set menus and private rooms are widely available. If you want to dine on Christmas Day itself, confirm the restaurant is open, as many close or run a limited service. For a party rather than a sit-down meal, see Christmas party venues in London or Christmas party packages.
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