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Opera Tavern

Restaurant

#75 of 991 Private Dining venues in Westminster Borough
#38 of 375 Birthday Dinner venues in West End
  6 reviews  – 
23 Catherine Street, London, WC2B 5JS –
Covent Garden Station (0.2 mi)
From £750
min. spend
Up to 42
seats
Up to 50
standing
Venue offers catering
European
cuisine
Parking available
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Venue overview

Chic tapas bar in Covent Garden’s theatre district, known for Spanish-Italian small plates, excellent cocktails, and a cozy, upscale vibe. Ideal for intimate celebrations or private dining with great food and a personalized touch.

This is an AI-generated summary based on client reviews and venue profile

Spaces for hire at Opera Tavern

La Scala Room at Opera Tavern

La Scala Room
Dining Room
·
Private space
42 seats
50 standing
Discover the allure of Opera Tavern’s upstairs area, "La Scala Room", where stunning interiors, exposed brickwork, bold artwork, and inviting low lighting converge to craft an ideal setting for exclusive events or business meetings. Accommodating up to 42 seated guests or 50 standing, the space seamlessly blends aesthetics with functionality. Enj...
Alcohol licence until 23:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £750 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 6 months ago
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Reviews and ratings

4.9
Amenities
4.7
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
4.7
Value for money
4.7
Catering
5.0
Communication
5.0

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.

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Yana Y.
Verified review
Dining Party · 25 guests · May 2025 · La Scala Room

First off, I really enjoyed working with Irina on the team. The space itself is comfortable and cozy, and truly feels separated from the rest of the restaurant. Food was good.

Service was a bit slow (to the point where dessert began arriving after the group was already dispersing).

4.5
CM
Caitriona M.
Verified review
Party · 30 guests · July 2024 · La Scala Room

We had the La Scala room for our summer drinks and really enjoyed it. A big thank you to Gabi and Aaron for their excellent customer service throughout the evening - you both made all the difference! Also a big thank you to Irina for her amazing communication, patience and kindness during the booking process. Our party enjoyed the evening - the food was INCREDIBLE as well as the venue, facilities etc. We could not fault Opera tavern and will definitely be returning! Thank you again

5.0
NH
Nadia H.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
MG
Mrs G.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
12:00 – 20:00
from £750–£1750 min. spend
La Scala Room
12:00 – 20:00
from £750–£1750 min. spend
Tuesday
12:00 – 23:00
from £750–£2000 min. spend
La Scala Room
12:00 – 23:00
from £750–£2000 min. spend
Wednesday
12:00 – 23:00
from £1000–£2500 min. spend
La Scala Room
12:00 – 23:00
from £1000–£2500 min. spend
Thursday
12:00 – 23:00
from £1500–£4000 min. spend
La Scala Room
12:00 – 23:00
from £1500–£4000 min. spend
Friday
12:00 – 23:00
from £1000–£4000 min. spend
La Scala Room
12:00 – 23:00
from £1000–£4000 min. spend
Saturday
12:00 – 23:00
from £1500–£4000 min. spend
La Scala Room
12:00 – 23:00
from £1500–£4000 min. spend
Sunday
12:00 – 20:00
from £750–£1750 min. spend
La Scala Room
12:00 – 20:00
from £750–£1750 min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 6 months ago

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 50
standing
Up to 42
seats
In-house catering
European
cuisine
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Opera Tavern

Opera Tavern is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

With a refreshed look and feel, Opera Tavern is a buzzy and inviting tapas bar and restaurant in the heart of Covent Garden's theatre land. Downstairs, striking graphic prints by the likes of Ben Eine compliment the stylish bar, counter seating and communal table, with a warm and atmospheric first floor dining space above.
The perfect place to enjoy tapas in London, the Opera Tavern will transport you straight to the bustling bars and restaurants of Spain and Italy.

Usually booked for
Dining Party

Typically for 30-40 guests and costs about £5,500.

"The space itself is comfortable and cozy, and truly feels separated from the rest of the restaurant."

- Yana Y. May 2025

FAQ

No, outside catering is not permitted.

Cancellations 30 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 30 days to 7 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 7 days are non-refundable.

At Opera Tavern, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Opera Tavern:

  • La Scala Room hosting 20 guests: £1997.28

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

Opera Tavern is located at 23 Catherine Street, in Covent Garden, London. The nearest metro station is Covent Garden Station.

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