Quirky Restaurants for Hire in Kensington, London

Quirky Restaurants for Hire in Kensington, London

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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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Find Affordable Unusual Restaurants in Kensington

Terrace
from £50
per person / per session
Terrace
20
40
Belvedere
(4)
Holland Park Station
Kensington, London
Restaurant
Private space
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.
Basement
from £50
per person / per session
Basement
25
Macellaio RC South Kensington
South Kensington Station
South Kensington
Restaurant
Private space
Downstairs is a hidden gem. It’s intimate, a bit rustic, and has that proper Italian trattoria vibe. Perfect if you’re after a bit more privacy.
PDR / MEETING ROOM
from £250
minimum spend / per morning
PDR / MEETING ROOM
20
20
EVE Kensington
(7)
Earl's Court Station
Kensington, London
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Private space
N
Naomi
“Beautiful venue, good service, value and support.”
Garden
from £250
minimum spend / per afternoon
Garden
18
25
Mriya Neo Bistro
West Brompton Station
Earls Court, Kensington
Outdoor Space at a Restaurant
Private space
Whether you’re planning a quiet meal, a small celebration, or simply want to enjoy a drink in the fresh air, our cosy garden is your ideal escape. Ready to relax and unwind in a hidden green oasis?
Ground Floor
from £300
minimum spend / per afternoon
Ground Floor
20
30
Mriya Neo Bistro
West Brompton Station
Earls Court, Kensington
Restaurant
Shared space
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
Basement
from £350
minimum spend / per afternoon
Basement
30
40
Mriya Neo Bistro
West Brompton Station
Earls Court, Kensington
Restaurant
Private space
It offers direct access to a private garden and features an open bar, which can easily be converted into a functional bar to suit the needs of any event.
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Celebrate at Top Restaurants for Parties

Downstairs Lounge
from £1000
minimum spend / per morning
Downstairs Lounge
55
75
Megan's on the High Street
(6)
High Street Kensington Station
Kensington, London
Restaurant
Private space
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
Gallery 2
from £600
minimum spend / per session
Gallery 2
10
12
The Pelham Hotel
(8)
South Kensington Station
South Kensington
Meeting Room in a Restaurant
Private space
Gallery 2 can again, like Gallery 1, be altered from your private lounge area or intimate boardroom for the day, into an intimate party space by night.
Whole venue
from £200
minimum spend / per session
Whole venue
34
54
Chelsea Creperie
(8)
West Brompton Station
Kensington, London
Restaurant
Whole venue
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.
Conservatoire
from £30
per person / per session
Conservatoire
50
60
Jakobs Cafe
(1)
Gloucester Road Station
South Kensington
Restaurant
Whole venue
Our venue is rustic and warm, with earthy, terracotta colours, perfect for a drinks reception or informal party as well as a more intimate, sit-down dinner.
Private Hire
from £2600
minimum spend / per evening
Private Hire
40
60
Il Bistrotto
West Brompton Station
Kensington, London
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Private space
The place is highly appropriate for Christmas parties, and birthday festivities, and it can also handle practically any other party. The maximum number of guests in the space is 40 for a seated lunch or dinner, while for
Entire Venue
from £40
per person / per session
Entire Venue
125
200
Nam Long Le Shaker
Gloucester Road Station
South Kensington
Restaurant
Whole venue
Venue provides a late license and a versatile setting for any type of event, from an intimate dinner to a large party. Premium packages allow decor and entertainment support, so every part of your celebration is taken care
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Find and Secure the Perfect Restaurant for Your Wedding

Lavery Studio
from £5000
hire fee / per day
Lavery Studio
80
100
The Lavery
(4)
South Kensington Station
South Kensington
Event Space in a Restaurant
Private space
The Lavery is ideal for private dinners, drink receptions, product launches, performances, and weddings. It comes equipped with a modern flatscreen television and plenty of storage.
Gallery
from £700
hire fee / per session
Gallery
30
50
The Pelham Hotel
(8)
South Kensington Station
South Kensington
Meeting Room in a Restaurant
Private space
Our largest event space, The Gallery faces Cromwell Place, and with its’ floor to ceiling windows, it reveals a beautiful view overlooking South Kensington.
Full-Hire
from £5000
hire fee / per session
Full-Hire
70
80
Belvedere
(4)
Holland Park Station
Kensington, London
Restaurant
Whole venue
The exclusivity of our venue is available for both seating and standing events. Due to the layout and fixed furniture, we can’t accommodate the request for sitting-down dining for more than 70 guests, unless you are happy
CONSERVATORY
from £1000
minimum spend / per session
CONSERVATORY
26
40
EVE Kensington
(7)
Earl's Court Station
Kensington, London
Restaurant
Private space
Bathed in natural light and lush greenery, The Conservatory is a beautiful and uplifting space perfect for private events, brunches, or elegant evening receptions.
Entire Venue
from £15000
minimum spend / per session
Entire Venue
85
Myrtos by Asimakis
South Kensington Station
South Kensington
Restaurant
Whole venue
The room feels like a pause in motion. Pale stone tables drift across warm parquet floors, olive trees grow indoors, and soft globes of light hover like moons at dusk.
The Windsor Suite
from £65
per person / per session
The Windsor Suite
30
40
The Milestone Hotel and Residences
(67)
High Street Kensington Station
Kensington, London
Dining Room in a Hotel
Private space
J
Jane D.
“Our wedding lunch was beautiful and the food and staff excellent. Emma was great through the whole process.”
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Be Merry at Our Featured Restaurants for Christmas Dinners

Private Dining Room
from £2500
minimum spend / per evening
Private Dining Room
30
San Pietro Restaurant
High Street Kensington Station
Kensington, London
Restaurant
Private space
Our 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
Semi-Private Dining Space
from £1100
minimum spend / per session
Semi-Private Dining Space
22
Zaika of Kensington
High Street Kensington Station
Kensington, London
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Semi-private area
Located on High Street Kensington, Zaika offers an elegant semi-private dining space perfect for corporate receptions, product launches, business dinners and exclusive celebrations in West London.
The Wine Room
from £100
per person / per session
The Wine Room
26
41
Clarke's Restaurant
(1)
Notting Hill Gate Station
Kensington, London
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Private space
Looking for something fresh and inspiring? Clarke’s is a long-established restaurant in Kensington. The venue offers British and Mediterranean-inspired menus that change twice daily.
Conservatory and Terrace
from £250
hire fee / per hour
Conservatory and Terrace
35
50
La Terrazza
(2)
Earl's Court Station
Earls Court, Kensington
Restaurant
Semi-private area
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
Whole Venue
from £65
per person / per afternoon
Whole Venue
50
Sartoria Launceston Place
High Street Kensington Station
Kensington, London
Restaurant
Whole venue
Milanese refinement meets South Kensington character at Sartoria Launceston Place. Created by the team behind the original Savile Row restaurant designed by Sir Terence Conran, this neighbourhood destination brings Sartoria’s
Indoor Area
from £35
per person / per session
Indoor Area
60
96
Apadana
Kensington (Olympia) Station
Kensington, London
Event Space in a Restaurant
Semi-private area
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.
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Quirky Restaurants for Hire in Kensington, London

FAQs about Top Quirky Restaurants in Kensington

Booking costs of quirky restaurants average £1000 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 March 2026:

Prices of quirky restaurants in Kensington
From £500 to £2500 minimum spend per event
From £40 to £65 per person
From £500 to £1750 hire fee per day

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

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 (March 2026):

Small up to 25 guests prices average £500 minimum spend per event
Medium between 40 and 60 guests prices average £500 minimum spend per event
Large over 70 guests prices average £2000 minimum spend per event

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