Quirky Restaurants for Hire in London

Booking costs of quirky restaurants average £1500 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:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:

• Golden Blossom Room at Sticky Mango Tower Bridge in Southwark Borough - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘The restaurant itself is decorated beautifully x...’

• Josper Room at Ember Yard in Soho - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Great experience overall! The food and drinks offered a nice variety with good quality and flavour.’

• The Zen Den Private Room at The Last Talisman in Bermondsey - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘Was so pleasantly surprised by the private dining space we hired tucked away from everyone else.’

You'll find quirky 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 (October 2026):

These are the venues within 0.9 mi from Central London, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Mezzanine Exclusive at Casa do Frango Victoria on Sir Simon Milton Square - 0.7 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘The food was a massive hit with everyone and the space was beautiful.’
• Courtyard Garden 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.’
• Seminar Room | PDR | Meetings at The Black Penny - Southbank on 17 Casson Square 17 Casson Square - 0.9 mi from centre.
  Venue said: The room can accommodate up to 10 guests seated together (plus 2 guests on corners of the room) at one table making it ideal for private dining, seminars, meetings, and exclusive events.

Smaller quirky restaurants usually fit up to 30 guests seated. Here are some great options in London, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:

• The Salon Bleu at L'Escargot, rated 4.9/5 - dining room for 22 guests
  Venue said: The room is arranged around a central dining table layout suitable for plated service. Ideal for: The room suits intimate, seated dinners and small, formal gatherings that require a quiet, private dining environment.

• The Chef's Room at The Last Talisman, rated 4.7/5 - dining room for 25 guests
  Our user said: ‘Great service and perfect space for a small group - food was very tasty!’

• Private Dining Room at Cinnamon Kitchen, rated 4.7/5 - dining room for 18 guests
  Our user said: ‘Great evening with exceptional food and service. Couldn't fault, thank you to everyone!’

In London, quirky restaurants are most commonly booked for 15 to 55 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

When hunting for a quirky restaurant in London, it helps to start with some idea of the kind of venue you want. Are you focused on the food, atmosphere, or entertainment? Or perhaps all three? Most of your obvious choices will be found in the centre of London, north of the Thames. Marylebone, Faringdon and Covent Garden are chock full of restaurants and exciting venues for the open-minded. Widen your search keep your most desired feature in mind, and be prepared to read up on the restaurant to make sure you have found what you need.

A quirky restaurant is one in which your expectations will be subverted, and the normal trappings of fine dining are altered in strange and delicious ways. This can include surprising settings, unusual menus, fantastic dinner shows and just an overall sense that the usual commonplace eating experience has been replaced by something delightful and new. Quirky restaurants in London can be a great option to elevate any occasion, from a lively birthday celebration with friends to a special dinner for 2 with a memorable twist.

When hiring this type of venue there are a few key things to keep in mind. First, if you discover one that seems perfect for your needs, book early. These types of singular venues tend to fill up quickly, so make sure you have a table when you need it. Also, particular types of these venues may have age restrictions, so double-check for your younger guests. Finally, if there are any particulars that are important to the interests of your party - find them out early. For example, make sure you clear up any questions about food allergies or dietary restrictions ahead of time.