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Top Quirky Restaurants in Kensington
Ever sat in a restaurant where the ceiling's covered in teacups or your dinner arrives via miniature train? Kensington’s quirky restaurants serve full-blown conversation starters. From floral wonderlands to vintage private dining rooms near Gloucester Road and High Street Kensington, these venues are perfect for birthdays, team dinners, or just something different on a Friday night. If your group loves a side of personality with their pasta, you're in the right place. Use Tagvenue to browse the boldest spaces, compare menus and photos, and book the one that speaks your language (and your vibe).
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![First Floor Mezzanine at PJ's Chelsea Brasserie in South Kensington]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFirst Floor Mezzanine
65 guestsPJ's Chelsea BrasserieSouth Kensington StationSouth KensingtonJJon H.
“Great service, very attentive throughout the process right from booking to attending. ” -
![PJ's Restaurant at PJ's Chelsea Brasserie in South Kensington]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPJ's Restaurant
130 guestsPJ's Chelsea BrasserieSouth Kensington StationSouth KensingtonWWesam A.
“The space, and the nice people running it. ” -
![Earl's Restaurant at Strathmore Hotel in South Kensington]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityEarl's Restaurant
50 guestsStrathmore HotelGloucester Road StationSouth Kensington
#Supervenue
SSabina I.
“Excellent location - exceptional room and exquisite hotel. Staff were proactive, and incredibly helpful. ” -
![Bar 190 at The Gore Hotel in Kensington, London]()
from £6000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityBar 190
70 guestsThe Gore HotelGloucester Road StationKensington, LondonKKelly R.
“This was an exceptional venue! Great service leading up to and during the event. ” -
![La Loggia at Belvedere in Kensington, London]()
from £50
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityLa Loggia
16 guestsBelvedereHolland Park StationKensington, LondonLa Loggia our Private Dining Room The exclusive use of our private dining room The Loggia, which is located on the up floor of the restaurant, has a minimum capacity of 10 guests and sits up to a maximum of 16 guests. -
![Private Dining Room at San Pietro Restaurant in Kensington, London]()
from £2500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
30 guestsSan Pietro RestaurantHigh Street Kensington StationKensington, LondonOur restaurant includes a Private Dining Room for intimate gatherings and a spacious main hall perfect for larger events. At San Pietro, we specialize in hosting a variety of events, including corporate functions, wedding -
![Conservatoire at Jakobs Cafe in South Kensington]()
from £30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityConservatoire
50 guestsJakobs CafeGloucester Road StationSouth KensingtonJakobs is a restaurant with both a bar and a private backroom space in a conservatoire. Our venue is rustic and warm, with earthy, terracotta colours, perfect for a drinks reception or informal party as well as a more intimate, -
![Semi Private Area at Cote Brasserie Kensington in Kensington, London]()
from £980
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi Private Area
28 guestsCote Brasserie KensingtonHigh Street Kensington StationKensington, LondonSemi-private area located in the main dining room on the ground floor full of natural light. This space can accommodate up to 28 guests for a seated meal. -
![Indoor Area at Apadana in Kensington, London]()
from £35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityIndoor Area
60 guestsApadanaKensington (Olympia) StationKensington, LondonApadana offers classic Persian cuisine in a chic yet rustic indoor dining area with seating for up to 60 guests. The space features an onsite bar, a fireplace, and numerous Persian decor items. -
![Whole Space at Chakra Kensington in Kensington, London]()
from £35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Space
20 guestsChakra KensingtonHigh Street Kensington StationKensington, LondonThe Whole Space at Chakra Kensington provides everything you need to create a truly exceptional and memorable event. When you reserve the Whole Venue at Chakra Kensington, you'll have access to a wide range of amenities and -
![Glass House at Cottons Notting Hill in Kensington, London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityGlass House
32 guestsCottons Notting HillNotting Hill Gate StationKensington, LondonThe hugely successful Cottons Caribbean Restaurant and Salon De Rhum brand, new flagship restaurant in Notting Hill, just a stones throw from Notting Hill Gate Underground. -
![The Restaurant Lounge at The Lavery in South Kensington]()
from £1200
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Restaurant Lounge
50 guestsThe LaverySouth Kensington StationSouth KensingtonAdjacent to the bar here at the Lavery; The Lounge is perfect for a private dinner, canapé reception or a small talk area. With soft seating within the room, this makes it the perfect space for a casual event, the furniture
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Celebrate at Top Restaurants for Parties
from £200
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Whole venue
34
54
Chelsea Creperie
West Brompton Station
Kensington, London
Chelsea Creperie is located in the heart of Chelsea. This a good central location for any party. The staff at the restaurant is very friendly, and the atmosphere is cozy.
from £1000
minimum spend / per morning
minimum spend / per morning
Downstairs Lounge
55
75
Megan's on the High Street
High Street Kensington Station
Kensington, London
Our party menu is the ultimate sharing feast, featuring the best bits from our evening menu. Think brightly colored mezzes, buttermilk fried chicken with date bbq sauce, calamari with our homemade chili mayo & Turkish cheese
from £5000
hire fee / per session
hire fee / per session
Full-Hire
70
80
Belvedere
Holland Park Station
Kensington, London
The exclusivity of our venue is available for both seating and standing events. Due to the layout and fixed furniture, we cant accommodate the request for sitting-down dining for more than 70 guests, unless you are happy
from £3000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Exclusive Private Hire
130
180
PJ's Chelsea Brasserie
South Kensington Station
South Kensington
Ideal for celebrations, parties and events an exclusive venue hire allows you to customise the space to perfectly suit your event, whether you are planning an elegant formal dinner or a vibrant standing drinks reception.
from £500
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
St-Kitts private dining room
14
20
Cottons Notting Hill
Notting Hill Gate Station
Kensington, London
Bringing the exotic vibes of the Caribbean to Notting Hill in true tiki style. Spiral down the stairs to our intimate private dining room offering an open space, perfect for special occasions and team away days.
from £80
per person / per session
per person / per session
Private Dining Room
18
30
margaux
Gloucester Road Station
South Kensington
Here exposed brickwork, copper and concrete are complemented by original 1930s champagne riddling racks. The private dining room can accommodate up to 30 people for dinners, parties, and launches.
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from £1000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Full Venue Hire
60
100
Cottons Notting Hill
Notting Hill Gate Station
Kensington, London
All of our rooms are connected together to create the perfect space for birthday parties, corporate parties or weddings. Looking forward to meeting you!
from £50
per person / per session
per person / per session
Terrace
20
40
Belvedere
Holland Park Station
Kensington, London
The Terrace, our inviting outdoor space, is versatile for both seated and standing-up events. To secure your reservation, we have a minimum spend requirement that varies based on the time of the year and the day of the week.
from £1200
hire fee / per day
hire fee / per day
Restaurant Bar
25
35
The Lavery
South Kensington Station
South Kensington
From one of our 14 historic Grade II-Listed galleries to our contemporary Pavilion Gallery to our ornate and characterful restaurant, we offer a range of solutions for all event requirements.
from £100
hire fee / per hour
hire fee / per hour
The Windsor Suite
30
40
The Milestone Hotel and Residences
High Street Kensington Station
Kensington, London
J
Jane D.
“Our wedding lunch was beautiful and the food and staff excellent. Emma was great through the whole process. ”
“Our wedding lunch was beautiful and the food and staff excellent. Emma was great through the whole process. ”
from £550
hire fee / per morning
hire fee / per morning
The Library Room
20
35
The Ampersand Hotel
South Kensington Station
South Kensington
#Supervenue
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Graham H.
“I loved the hotel, rooms, meal, drinks, service, privacy and location. ”
“I loved the hotel, rooms, meal, drinks, service, privacy and location. ”
from £175
hire fee / per hour
hire fee / per hour
La Cantina
60
55
Hotel Xenia
Earl's Court Station
Earls Court, Kensington
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Tracey G.
“Lovely venue, secluded from main hotel, making it private and ideal for a memorable 18th party. ”
“Lovely venue, secluded from main hotel, making it private and ideal for a memorable 18th party. ”
Be Merry at Our Featured Restaurants for Christmas Dinners
from £1500
minimum spend / per evening
minimum spend / per evening
Entire Restaurant
50
60
Zack's South Kensigton
Gloucester Road Station
South Kensington
The dining area fits 50 guests. Lots of seating and an open floor support both sitting and standing parties. The restaurant has a dark-gray paneled wall and padded, mustard-yellow-colored booth seating.
from £12
minimum spend / per day
minimum spend / per day
Urban Neapolitan Pizzeria
120
Adora Pizza
High Street Kensington Station
Kensington, London
Adora Pizza is the perfect option for a business lunch or a meal with family and friends, whether dining indoors or outdoors. Situated within a food court, it offers 120 covers and features an on-site bar.
from £100
per person / per session
per person / per session
Entire Venue
45
70
Cambio De Tercio
Gloucester Road Station
South Kensington
Are you looking for somewhere different and casual? We have just what you are searching for! Our dining room is filled with art pieces in Spanish style.
from £200
minimum spend / per day
minimum spend / per day
Boardroom
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Megan's on the High Street
High Street Kensington Station
Kensington, London
The downstairs meeting room is the perfect place to host off-site meetings, seating up to 12 on a long table. There is a large screen and whiteboard available for use, and the room is closed off to ensure complete privacy.
from £250
hire fee / per hour
hire fee / per hour
Conservatory and Terrace
35
50
La Terrazza
Earl's Court Station
Earls Court, Kensington
In the heart of Kensington on Cromwell Road, La Terrazza has a separate entrance to the hotel with access to the bright and airy conservatory, the perfect setting for a casual lunch with an extensive list of wines also served
from £300
minimum spend / per afternoon
minimum spend / per afternoon
Ground Floor
20
30
Mriya Neo Bistro
West Brompton Station
Earls Court, Kensington
The ground floor features an inviting open-plan kitchen that brings energy and warmth to the space, with direct access to our private garden. Whether youre here for a casual meal or an exclusive event, this floor creates
FAQs about Top Quirky Restaurants in Kensington
In Kensington, prices of quirky restaurants average £980 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 Kensington, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £450 | to £2000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £40 | to £60 | per person |
| From £400 | to £1200 | hire fee per day |