Dinner and Dancing In London

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By Marcus Sanigar Food, Drink & Events Writer, DesignMyNight Food, drink and events writer with a decade of experience covering the UK hospitality scene. Has written for Expedia, Trainline and more. Last updated on 8th April 2026

London is one of the most lavish cities to get the best of both worlds - dinner and dancing. With plush eateries and fine dining destinations aplenty, we've picked out the best joints that will transform into a late-night playground of opulence, dancing and DJs. Whatever you're looking for, a plush palace, a decadent diner or a laid-back bar with eats and beats, London has it all right here. 




Haymarket Kitchen

Not many restaurants in London boast stylish interiors, delicious plates and a club to their name. Except of course, Haymarket Kitchen. Located just off Piccadilly Circus, this little gem is connected to the rowdy Tiger Tiger - but when inside, you'd never guess it. Fronting some contemporary European dishes, a varied selection of wines, and a banging post-dinner club set up, it's one of the city's best party restaurants.

One NinetyFour

In its Grade II listed home next to the iconic BAFTA Building, OneNinetyFour gives you glitz, glamour and a whole lot of Art Deco style. Think dark wood detailing and eclectic artwork. 

Drop into its charming cocktail lounge for sensational signature cocktails like the Shogun Martini or Smoky Sunset, along with delicious bowl food dishes. When it's time to dance off your dinner, it's down to the elegant ballroom for live music right through the night.

ESCUCHA: ROAST & RAVE

@ Karma Sanctum Soho Hotel on Sunday 31st May 2026

Escape to Karma Sanctum Soho Hotel for Escucha Roast Rave, a monthly event that pairs the Ibiza party vibe with a Michelin-quality roast lunch. After a huge success in April, this epic event is back on the 4th of May, offering a two-course menu by Garry Hollihead, a three-time Michelin-starred chef, all for just £35 per person.

Guests will also enjoy a complimentary cocktail courtesy of The Orientalist Spirits, featuring ultra-premium spirits from Singapore. Then, let the beats take over as Ibiza's finest DJs play feel-good music, or chill out on the Roof Terrace.

LIMA Shoreditch At Sun Street Hotel

Celebrate your Christmas party in style at LIMA Shoreditch. This versatile venue, with its sleek design and natural light pouring in from a beautiful skylight, is the perfect spot for your festive gathering.

Treat your guests to a feast of reimagined Peruvian classics and innovative Nikkei dishes that will add an extra touch of magic to your celebration. Whether you're hosting a corporate event or a joyous holiday party, LIMA Shoreditch provides an unforgettable experience for any occasion.

Slug And Lettuce - Bars

Slug and Lettuce is a cool, cheap and cheerful spot with outposts across London that's a mixture of restaurant and a bar rolled into one; it's a cracking choice for going out in Croydon, Richmond and beyond. Come by at dinner time and enjoy something from their menu fronting picky bits and burgers, with everything from fully-fledged mains to casual nibbles on the cards, as well as bottomless brunches. 

Amazing Grace London Bridge

Searching for your next date spot in London? Amazing Grace is an exciting music venue, which features incredible talent, delicious pan-Asian food and boozy cocktails. This fantastic space is found inside a former church, maintaining its original stained glass windows and pairing them with state-of-the-art audiovisual displays and 3D projections.

Enjoy a lovely dinner of pulled pork bao buns, smoked Padron peppers and Vietnamese fried tofu, followed by an evening of dancing to live performers or DJ sets. Find them in London Bridge or Canary Wharf.