Graduation In London

The big day is finally here. No more student finance, beans on toast and all night library sessions. You've done the dissertation and smashed those essays and now it's time to celebrate your entry into adulthood. Whether you're looking for a swanky dinner with the parents, a late-night spot to let your hair down with uni mates, or all of the above, read on for our recommendations of the best places to celebrate graduation in London.

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Last updated on 30th July 2025




Trishna

If you're looking for top-notch graduation restaurants with Michelin stars in London, Trishna is a must-visit. They serve up modern coastal cuisine, featuring mouthwatering dishes like coconut curry leaf scallops and Kashmiri morel. Their menu also includes excellent wine pairings from small-scale producers and independent wineries, making it a unique dining experience. And with the same team from the acclaimed Gymkhana behind this swish venue, you know you're in for a treat.

Michelin Star Restaurants In London

Got a big day coming up? Whether you're into fancy seafood, spicy Indian flavours, or classy French cuisine, you're bound to find something in London's fine dining scene for your graduation. Check out this guide on the best Michelin-starred restaurants in the city to find your next favourite venue,

All Bar One Various Sites

With venues everywhere from Leicester Square to Moorgate and Wimbledon, All Bar One is a great choice for post-graduation celebrations. Not only do they serve up all kinds of great cocktails, but they're also offering graduates a free glass of prosecco or Aperol spritz with their rewards app.

This is a top spot for food too, with an extensive menu that ranges from Korean barbecue chicken burgers to loaded nachos and prawn or chicken pad Thai.

Benares Restaurant & Bar

Gymkhana is the perfect spot to celebrate your graduation. This Michelin-starred restaurant offers a cosy yet elegant setting and serves up delicious Indian dishes made with high-quality ingredients. If you're a meat lover, you'll be pleased to know that the chicken, lamb, and goat dishes are all halal. We'd recommend trying the tandoori masala chops with walnut chutney and the kasoori chicken tikka to give your tastebuds a treat like no other.

Wagtail Rooftop Bar & Restaurant

Spread across two stories, Wagtail Rooftop Bar & Restaurant features a restaurant with two cosy terraces, a classy rooftop bar, and a swanky private dining room perched right at the top of the building. What's really cool? This epic venue offers epic 360° views of London's famous landmarks like Tower Bridge, St Paul's Cathedral, The Shard, Gherkin, and the Walkie Talkie Building, all while dishing up tasty treats like pan-fried Lincolnshire pheasant leg croquette.

Browns Brasserie & Bar Butlers Wharf

Whether you're at their venue in Butlers Wharf, Victoria, West India Quay or Covent Garden, you can count on Browns Brasserie to celebrate your graduation in style. And to make things better? They're offering all graduates a free glass of Champagne when you dine with them.

They've also got a special two or three-course graduation menu, starting from £36 per person. Tuck into the likes of prawn and chorizo linguine, pea and asparagus risotto or pulled lamb shepherd's pie, with a dreamy Belgian chocolate brownie for dessert.

BrewDog Waterloo

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Graduating soon? Head to BrewDog Waterloo for a celebration like no other. With its two floors of epic craft beer, food, and entertainment, it's the perfect spot to toast your hard-earned success.

Graduates can enjoy a free pint of cold beer or a Wonderland cocktail when they show up in their gown or pre-booked. It's an unforgettable way to kick off the next chapter of your life.

Aviary Rooftop Bar & Restaurant

On the hunt for a spot to throw a bash that'll have your friends soaring with joy? Nesting on the 10th floor of the Montcalm Royal London House Hotel in Finsbury Square, Aviary Rooftop Bar & Restaurant boasts envy-inducing views over the City. Kick back, sip on an award-winning cocktails, and catch the sunset before digging into one of their absolutely delectable British dishes like roast Atlantic cod with samphire and crushed leeks or pressed Barbary duck terrine.

The Lighterman

The Lighterman is an all-encompassing establishment located in the vibrant King's Cross area, boasting stunning views of Regent's Canal and Granary Square. Its menu features seasonal modern British classics, including elevated pub fare and an extensive bar menu offering craft beer, wine, and carefully crafted cocktails. Highlights include Salt Marsh lamb cutlets with grilled red chicory and mint pesto and a 32-day-aged rare breed sirloin.