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Top Unique 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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![CONSERVATORY at EVE Kensington in Kensington, London]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCONSERVATORY
26 guestsEVE KensingtonEarl's Court StationKensington, LondonSSimone
“Also we stayed in the hotel and ate at the restaurant all of which was flawless” -
![First Floor Mezzanine at PJ's Chelsea Brasserie in South Kensington]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFirst Floor Mezzanine
65 guestsPJ's Chelsea BrasserieSouth Kensington StationSouth Kensington
#Supervenue
HHelen S.
“Beautiful venue, very attentive staff and great food.” -
![THE PARLOUR at EVE Kensington in Kensington, London]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityTHE PARLOUR
60 guestsEVE KensingtonEarl's Court StationKensington, LondonRRianne A.
“Eve Kensington is a stunning venue with lovely staff. My guests and I had so much fun!” -
![Full Venue Hire at Cottons Notting Hill in Kensington, London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
60 guestsCottons Notting HillNotting Hill Gate StationKensington, LondonAAmy
“There was plenty of food and the rum punch fountain was especially well received.” -
![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 Kensington
#Supervenue
JJudy H.
“Atmosphere and food was good, very attentive staff and thoroughly enjoyed the eventing” -
![RESTAURANT at EVE Kensington in Kensington, London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRESTAURANT
40 guestsEVE KensingtonEarl's Court StationKensington, LondonNNaomi
“Beautiful venue, good service, value and support.” -
![The Other Kitchen at The Other House in South Kensington]()
from £2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Other Kitchen
64 guestsThe Other HouseGloucester Road StationSouth KensingtonAAnuja W.
“Food was excellent. I highly recommend this place if you want a special event.” -
![Exclusive Private Hire at PJ's Chelsea Brasserie in South Kensington]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityExclusive Private Hire
130 guestsPJ's Chelsea BrasserieSouth Kensington StationSouth Kensington
#Supervenue
JJon H.
“Great service, very attentive throughout the process right from booking to attending.” -
![UMAMI RESTUARANT at DoubleTree by Hilton London Kensington in South Kensington]()
from £40
per person / per eveningCheck availabilityUMAMI RESTUARANT
80 guestsDoubleTree by Hilton London KensingtonGloucester Road StationSouth KensingtonVVictoria M.
“Fantastic service from all staff Food was a big hit with all children and parents” -
![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.” -
![Restaurant at The Gore Hotel in Kensington, London]()
from £50
per person / per eveningCheck availabilityRestaurant
39 guestsThe Gore HotelGloucester Road StationKensington, LondonKKelly R.
“This was an exceptional venue! Great service leading up to and during the event.” -
![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
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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 Kensington, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £500 | to £2500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £40 | to £80 | per person |
| From £675 | to £1750 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
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First Floor Mezzanine at PJ's Chelsea Brasserie in South Kensington - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Great service, very attentive throughout the process right from booking to attending.’ -
UMAMI RESTUARANT at DoubleTree by Hilton London Kensington in South Kensington - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Also, we were so thankful for the room upgrade to the one we were expecting, it was a lovely surprise!’ -
CONSERVATORY at EVE Kensington in Kensington - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Eve Kensington is a stunning venue with lovely staff. My guests and I had so much fun!’
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 Kensington, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 30 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 40 and 60 guests | prices average £1250 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 70 guests | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event |
Smaller quirky restaurants usually fit up to 30 guests seated. Here are some great options in Kensington, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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The Study at Town House at The Kensington - dining room for 20 guests
Venue said: Design: The room presents traditional wood panelling, muted grey walls, ceiling mouldings and a polished hardwood floor. The room pairs deep leather dining chairs with wall mirrors and soft sconce lighting for a restrained, -
Semi-Private Dining Space at Zaika of Kensington - dining room for 22 guests
Venue said: This intimate yet atmospheric setting combines refined interiors with lively energy, making it one of the most sought-after private dining venues in Kensington. -
St-Kitts private dining room at Cottons Notting Hill, rated 4.8/5 - dining room for 20 guests
Venue said: Spiral down the stairs to our intimate private dining room offering an open space, perfect for special occasions and team away days. It can accomodate up to 14 guests seated and 20 standing.
Cheap quirky restaurants in Kensington start from £35 per person or £300 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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Indoor Area at Apadana, from £35 per person (up to 60 guests seated)
Venue said: Apadana 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. -
Ground Floor at Mriya Neo Bistro, from £300 minimum spend per event (up to 20 guests seated)
Venue said: 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 you’re here for a casual meal or an exclusive event, this floor creates... -
Francis Bacon at The Other House, from £650 hire fee per day (up to 10 guests seated)
Venue said: Our secong dining and meeting room, named in honor of notable South Kensington figures, is a bright, naturally lit space equipped with advanced audiovisual technology, including Chromecast.
In Kensington, quirky restaurants are most commonly booked for 10 to 35 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
| Private Dining | Usually between £750 and £1,600. |
User who booked The Windsor Suite at The Milestone Hotel and Residences for 26 guests
said: ‘Impeccable service during the booking process and on the day.’ |
| Meeting | Usually between £400 and £1,000. |
User who booked The Games Room at The Ampersand Hotel for 13 guests
said: ‘Extra + for the gluten free food the specifically made for me. It was really appreciated!’ |
| Wedding | Usually between £3,200 and £4,800. |
User who booked PJ's Restaurant at PJ's Chelsea Brasserie for 40 guests
said: ‘allowed us to make the space our own. Looked after us all night. Very calm staff, very professional.’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between £1,200 and £1,400. |
User who booked First Floor Mezzanine at PJ's Chelsea Brasserie for 35 guests
said: ‘Organising with Guiseppe really made everything run smoothly, and the night was fantastic.’ |
| Christmas Party | Usually between £2,700 and £4,600. |
User who booked THE PARLOUR at EVE Kensington for 75 guests
said: ‘Staff super friendly and helpful on the night, great communication and were super flexible with our needs.’ |
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