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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 KensingtonHHelen 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!” -
![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 KensingtonJJudy H.
“Atmosphere and food was good, very attentive staff and thoroughly enjoyed the eventing” -
![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.” -
![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.” -
![Entire Venue at margaux in South Kensington]()
from £80
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
80 guestsmargauxGloucester Road StationSouth Kensingtonmargaux is a neighbourhood European restaurant defined by a refined Old World wine list and a menu of classic continental dishes. Design: The dining room pairs earthy exposed-brick walls and a raw concrete floor with metal-mesh
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![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 KensingtonJJon 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 Gem Strathmore Hotel in South Kensington]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityEarl's Restaurant
50 guestsGem Strathmore 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.”
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FAQs about Top Unique Restaurants in Kensington
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 £75 | per person |
| From £400 | to £1200 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 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.’ -
CONSERVATORY at EVE Kensington in Kensington - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘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 Notting Hill - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Staff were very helpful friend and attentive, went above and beyond...’
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 (October 2026):
| Small | up to 30 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 40 and 60 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 75 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 October 2026:
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Private Area Kensington at Bone Daddies High St Kensington - dining room for 24 guests
Venue said: Ideal for: Small groups seeking relaxed, sociable seated dining in a compact, semi-private room where conversation is easy. What sets it apart: A continuous backlit display of bottled drinks along one wall provides a distinctive... -
La Loggia at Belvedere, rated 4/5 - dining room for 16 guests
Venue said: Belvedere is a restaurant set inside a 17th-century ballroom and orangery, furnished with Tuscan-style interiors and focused on Southern Italian cuisine. -
Whole Space at Chakra Kensington - restaurant for 25 guests
Venue said: Don't miss this incredible opportunity to host a fantastic event. Book the Whole Venue at Chakra Kensington now and craft enduring memories with your guests!
Cheap quirky restaurants in Kensington start from £35 per person or £70 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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Whole Space at Chakra Kensington, from £35 per person (up to 20 guests seated)
Venue said: Don't miss this incredible opportunity to host a fantastic event. Book the Whole Venue at Chakra Kensington now and craft enduring memories with your guests! -
Private Basement at Kenway Cave, from £70 hire fee per hour (up to 35 guests seated)
Venue said: Kenway Cave is a Middle Eastern restaurant serving Lebanese cuisine from a street-front dining room. Venue highlights: The restaurant provides in-house catering that can accommodate halal requirements as well as vegetarian, -
Garden at Mriya Neo Bistro, from £250 minimum spend per event (up to 18 guests seated)
Venue said: Garden is a private outdoor space in Mriya Neo Bistro that occupies a semi-enclosed terrace, offering a quiet, sheltered setting. Design: The terrace presents a neat, contemporary look of timber panelling and light-coloured...
In Kensington, quirky restaurants are most commonly booked for 15 to 40 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of October 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.’ |
| Party | Usually between £2,200 and £4,500. |
User who booked THE PARLOUR at EVE Kensington for 60 guests
said: ‘if you’re considering booking you’re event here, DO IT!!’ |
| 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.’ |
| Christmas Party | Usually between £2,700 and £4,600. |
User who booked First Floor Mezzanine at PJ's Chelsea Brasserie for 42 guests
said: ‘Big shout out to Giusepee who made it all such a great event.’ |
| Birthday Dinner | Usually between £650 and £850. |
User who booked Private Dining at The Ampersand Hotel for 29 guests
said: ‘On the night, the room setup was beautiful, and the servers were exceptional.’ |
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