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Top Special Occasion Restaurants in London
Searching for the best special occasion restaurants in London? Most people may associate the word “best” with being expensive. For the most part, it’s true, but you always get value for money in return. Surely, you do have to pay for the ambience, the exclusivity, the amenities and being treated like royalty. We have here the list of restaurants for birthdays, engagements weddings or proposals that will really surpass your expectations. Some of them can be pricey but with the right planning and location, you would be surprised at how affordable most of them are. Browse and book the best places to celebrate milestones and important events.
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![Mala Madre Events Space at The Last Talisman in Bermondsey, London]()
from £10
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityMala Madre Events Space
60 guestsThe Last TalismanLondon Bridge StationBermondsey, London
#Supervenue
SSarah A.
“I highly recommend booking here for your events. It’s a lovely, intimate space and we had a great time.” -
![Private Dining Room at STK Rooftop - Stratford in Stratford, London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
24 guestsSTK Rooftop - StratfordStratford StationStratford, LondonMMelissa S.
“We hired the private dining room for an influencer event & we were so pleased with the experience!” -
![Single Private Dining Rooms at Searcys at The Gherkin in Tower Hill, London]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilitySingle Private Dining Rooms
35 guestsSearcys at The GherkinAldgate StationTower Hill, LondonSShanjida
“We booked a double room which had enough space for 30 people (but you can have max 50).” -
![The Zen Den Private Room at The Last Talisman in Bermondsey, London]()
from £10
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Zen Den Private Room
25 guestsThe Last TalismanLondon Bridge StationBermondsey, London
#Supervenue
CCleo
“Was so pleasantly surprised by the private dining space we hired tucked away from everyone else.” -
![Private Dining Room at The Folly in Bank, London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
30 guestsThe FollyBank StationBank, LondonLLisa D.
“Stellar service, organized team and the food was amazing ! Best Christmas party venue I have ever booked!!!” -
![Mem Saab Dining Rooms at Colonel Saab in Holborn, London]()
from £100
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityMem Saab Dining Rooms
32 guestsColonel SaabHolborn StationHolborn, LondonAAfrah A.
“The food was great and the restaurant was really beautiful! We really liked the paintings and historic pieces.” -
![Small Private Dining Room at Brasserie Blanc Southbank in Waterloo, London]()
from £800
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySmall Private Dining Room
20 guestsBrasserie Blanc SouthbankWaterloo StationWaterloo, London
#Supervenue
SSarah B.
“Lovely location and nice vibe as you enter the restaurant. The staff were friendly and efficient.” -
![Bistro area at STK Rooftop - Stratford in Stratford, London]()
from £4000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBistro area
65 guestsSTK Rooftop - StratfordStratford StationStratford, LondonAAlev H.
“The venue, food quality/ quantity and especially the staff were amazing throughout the evening.” -
![Private Room at Cote Brasserie St. Christopher's Place in Marylebone, London]()
from £40
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Room
20 guestsCote Brasserie St. Christopher's PlaceBond Street StationMarylebone, London
#Supervenue
DDiana-grâce N.
“I celebrated my birthday and I booked the private dining room.. it was absolutely perfect!” -
![The Hyde Garden at The Hyde Restaurant & Bar in Paddington, London]()
from £400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Hyde Garden
12 guestsThe Hyde Restaurant & BarPaddington StationPaddington, LondonMMaureen W.
“This is a beautiful, private and intimate restaurant for special occasions.” -
![Private Room at Vinoteca Farringdon in Farringdon, London]()
from £750
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityPrivate Room
30 guestsVinoteca FarringdonFarringdon StationFarringdon, London
#Supervenue
BB
“Good value for set menu. Nice location, room is lovely. Food is decent. Staff were very friendly.” -
![SAMBAROOM Private Dining Room at SUSHISAMBA in City of London]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per morningCheck availabilitySAMBAROOM Private Dining Room
30 guestsSUSHISAMBALiverpool Street StationCity of LondonLLulu C.
“Fantastic food and service, gorgeous venue.”
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Throw a Jolly Christmas Dinner at One of London’s Best Restaurants
minimum spend / per morning
“The mezzanine level was a great venue for a private event for 30 people.”
per person / per morning
#Supervenue
“Great location, beautiful room and facilities. And lovely Christmas decorations”
minimum spend / per afternoon
“We had our team dinner at Cinnamon Kitchen for about 60 guests. The food and venue was excellent.”
minimum spend / per afternoon
#Supervenue
“Perfect venue for a special celebration - great food, brilliant service, couldn't have chosen better.”
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“The food was excellent, the space worked really well for our event and everyone left happy.”
minimum spend / per afternoon
#Supervenue
“Hired out the smaller (piano) room at Brix for my 30th venue and was absolutely over the moon.”
Host a Memorable Bridal Shower in One of London’s Charming Restaurants
hire fee / per hour
#Supervenue
“Great venue, value for money, staff went above and beyond to execute our event and the food was amazing!”
minimum spend / per session
“The garden was nice, it is more spacious than inside the restaurant/hotel”
minimum spend / per session
“Easy to book, responsive staff, nice venue, good food and drinks.”
minimum spend / per session
“If you are thinking to reserve this place for a special event, I’d definitely recommend.”
per person / per day
#Supervenue
“Variety of food and booze on the package menu. Flexibility of space and hours of hire. No minimum spend.”
minimum spend / per session
#Supervenue
“Staff was very helpful and flexible, supporting guests reach the current room.”
FAQs about Top Special Occasion Restaurants in London
In London, prices of special occasion restaurants average £1200 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:
| From £600 | to £2500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £34 | to £60 | per person |
| From £100 | to £180 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated August 2025), the best options include:
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Mala Madre Events Space at The Last Talisman in Bermondsey - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Would definitely book this venue again / recommend to others for future events!’ -
Single Private Dining Rooms at Searcys at The Gherkin in Tower Hill - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Friendly staff on the day. The room hire fee was reasonable.’ -
Private Dining Room at The Folly in Bank - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Best Christmas party venue I have ever booked!!!’
Rooftop venues are always a popular choice for engagements and birthday dinners. There’s something very intimate about hanging out on the roof deck or in the penthouse suite, where you can have an unobstructed view of central London. The Prince of Wales Feathers near Warren Street Station is one such place. Another is Hyatt Place London City East near Paddington Station, one of the classiest small London restaurants with a garden space ideal for a private dinner for 20 guests. Grand Connaught Rooms, just a short distance away from Holborn Station, is the perfect wedding restaurant. It offers various event spaces for private dining for 50 guests as well as a grand hall for 750 guests. It is sure to make you feel very special, with the tall arched ceilings, Corinthian columns, and marble walls serving as a backdrop. Of course, Michelin Star restaurants are also very popular. Think of the likes of Gordon Ramsey in Chelsea, among others.
You can book some of the best restaurants in Central London even if you don’t have money to burn. Need an example? For film buffs, The Crown Tavern, which figured in the 2006 movie "Notes on a Scandal" is available for hire. Don’t assume immediately that being “best” means being prohibitively expensive. London has plenty of restaurants to suit any budget and occasion.
For those looking for an intimate and cosy moment to celebrate special occasions with your significant other or close friends and family, The Drift, close to Liverpool Street Station, is a fantastic choice. With a dynamic view of the aquarium and innovative menu, it's ideal for a private dinner for 2 or a small group of up to 11 guests. Another recommended option is The Hyde Restaurant & Bar near Paddington Station. Its serene garden space is great for private dining for 10 guests, guaranteeing that your gathering will be memorable.
Your Guide to Hiring Special Occasion Restaurants in London
On ordinary days, you just want a table where you can enjoy your food and company. However, if you are choosing where to eat in London for a special occasion, you want to make an impression. After all, your guests did take time out to join the party, the least you could do is to make sure they have a great time. What better way than treating them to exceptional food and some amazing cocktails at an exclusive event?
Here are some tips when choosing the best restaurants in London for special occasions:
- The interior. This is one of the factors that distinguish excellent restaurants from just good ones. If you are looking for good restaurants for birthday dinners, the place should have a character to make the day memorable – and photogenic! The pictures, with the restaurant as the backdrop, should be share-worthy. We’re living in the age of social media, after all!
- The atmosphere. What is your priority? Do you want the royal treatment where your guests feel like kings and queens when they leave the place? Or maybe you’re after a more casual theme so everybody can hang loose? What about the management and the staff of the restaurant, how engaged are they in making sure you all feel at home? Neighbourhood restaurants have perfected the art of giving off that homey feel. But if it’s prestigious private restaurant rooms you want, prepare to pay for that privilege.
- The location. You may have made sure that everything is perfect. You have scoured for exclusive restaurants in London and decided on one; you invited all the guests on your list, and then you wait with bated breath for the day to come – and in the end, only a handful of people came because the location wasn’t very convenient for them. When it comes to a holiday dinner or a corporate lunch, location is everything. Don’t forget to talk to your attendees to make sure the address is suitable for them and they know how to get there.
- The price. Unless you are born with a silver spoon in your mouth or just won the lottery, the price would be crucial to your final pick. Fortunately, out of all the factors, this is the easiest to solve. There are many establishments, including romantic restaurants with a view, that can be hired for your special day without burning a hole in your pocket – and we know where to find them.
- The food and service. There’s really nothing much to be said here except perhaps to state the obvious: most people may love your company but free food is free food. If the food is bad, you get the blame (even if good-naturedly) and not the restaurant. It’s usually a good idea to try the restaurant’s menu beforehand, just to confirm if it’s the right place to celebrate your special occasion.
