Best Private Dining Rooms In London

No 29 Power Station West is overlooking the Thames from its Battersea perch, decked out in pink neon signs and plush sofas to sink into with a cocktail in hand. The private dining room has space for 16 people, while the food includes rotisserie chicken, grilled sea bass and more.

With a capacity of 70, Jones & Son's private space is a sprawling one. Located in a refurbished Victorian textile factory in Dalston, this venue stays true to its industrial heritage, incorporating commercial maritime salvage, while getting influences from post-war Danish design. All the meat here comes from local business Well Street Butchers, served with carefully prepared vegetables and other fresh ingredients.

With canalside views and pretty pink velvet seats in the heart of King's Cross, Rotunda is a glorious modern British restaurant when you're after somewhere for a special occasion. The private dining includes exclusive use of a terrace, making it an impressive place to eat a choice of styled menus.

Flaunting a fabulous variety of large and intimate private dining spaces, Megan's really knows how to pull out all of the stops for celebrations. Their extensive Turkish menu features the likes of falafel pittas, charcuterie boards and gourmet lamb kebabs, with food served all day long. To top it off? There are a bunch of crackin' locations across the city, from Wimbledon to Battersea and Richmond.

Sotto Cucina & Bar, nestled in Aldgate, is home to a gorgeous private room called The Orangery, filled with fresh botanical decor and a bold colour scheme. Snap this snazzy space up to enjoy a gorgeous meal centred around Sicilian fare, with dishes including crab linguine, grilled seabass and lamb cutlets.

For fun private dining rooms in London that fit between 18 and 35 people, Souk is a great shout. The interiors here have true Moroccan charm, while the North African-inspired cuisine, shisha and cocktails are sure to impress - think dishes like spicy lamb couscous, slow-cooked beef tagine or falafel with tahini sauce.

Located on Belvedere Road, this venue has beautiful views across The Thames from South Bank for your guests to enjoy. Better yet, you can enjoy British and grill food from The River View Room, which has a seated capacity of 55. And when it comes to the menu, expect everything from dry-aged beef fillet to crab and prawn linguini.

On the hunt for luxury private dining rooms in London? Searcys Bar and Brasserie at Surveyors House is a modern Mediterranean restaurant, showcasing regional classics and fabulous views of the Westminster. The beaut private room here seats 16 people, so you can dine on everything from lamb parmigiana to a burrata bean salad while surrounded by gorgeous artwork and plants.

Located in Queen's Park, Lula is a stunning neighbourhood restaurant that boasts a pretty loft space for private dining. Flaunting huge windows, this light and airy space fits up to 60 people seated, with a beautiful, flower-adorned table to hire. While you're here, you can enjoy grilled tataki salmon, goat's cheese tortellini, brown butter ribeye steak and more.

Fronting a huge private dining space with room for up to 60 seated guests, Balthazar is a top choice for your soiree near to the West End. Think French-inspired dishes like pan-seared seabream or chargrilled halloumi, served within classy interiors that boast a touch of ambience.

Found close to Barbican station, this modern British restaurant and cocktail bar also boasts private rooms that can hold up to 100 guests for dinner - now that's a big party. Expect functions ranging from breakfasts to evening meals, conferences, receptions or weddings, with a menu that features oysters sourced from the UK and slow-cooked lamb shoulder.

Not sure where to host your party in London? Colonel Saab in Holborn is a top choice, as it boasts two gorgeous, private dining rooms. In a beaut setting, tuck into all kinds of delicious Indian street food and signature dishes like Kandhari paneer tikka or prawn chimichurri.

Concealed beneath a derelict public house, The King's Head private members' club is East London's best kept secret and ideal for the quirkiest of private dinners. Head here for taxidermy-covered interiors, sit-down feasts and more. And if you're after small private dining in London, they've got an intimate room for just 12 guests.

A fantastic restaurant located right on the banks of the Thames, The Oyster Shed is sure to sort you out when it comes to exclusive hire rooms too. Seating up to 80, it caters for many different events with its menu of whole dressed Cornish crab, slow-braised lamb shoulder and of course plenty of oysters.

Some of the top private dining rooms in London can be found hidden away inside lounge bar Century in the heart of Soho. There's a variety of spaces for seated party sizes up to 50 guests, alongside classic interiors and sumptuous meals from countries across the world, with minimum spends starting from £700.

The perfect location for an intimate dinner with friends, Sagardi offers a range of private dining in London for 40 guests or more. Feast on Basque cuisine like premium steaks and authentic codfish dishes, all while getting stuck into the huge selection of Mediterranean wines on offer.

Found in the Nova Victoria restaurant quarter, Rail House has a cosy cabin, an intimate snug and a larger space that first up to 55 people for private dining. This space will impress with its mix of traditional and contemporary design, alongside the menu that includes port-braised short rib and blackened miso cod.

The fourth Barrafina restaurant from the popular group, Barrafina Coal Drops Yard is the ideal place for private dining in London with 20 guests or more. Not only is the restaurant award-winning, but it's range of Spanish feasting menus, created by chef Angel Zapata Martin and designed to share, will make your meal a memorable one.

After private dining in London's Soho? Inamo's award-winning interactive games room is for meals with a twist, as it's got karaoke, PS4 & Wii consoles, and retro arcade table, alongside access to all your favourite sushi or other plates. They've even got a second venue in Covent Garden too, with equally great private dining options.

A cool boutique hotel in the heart of trendy Shoreditch? If that sounds like the perfect place for your private dining room experience, then check out Mama Shelter. Expect to be served homecooked dishes spanning the likes of slow cooked lamb shoulder and BBQ jerk pork baby back ribs in a space that seats up to 12 guests.

From private spaces catering for different party sizes to the option to exclusively hire the whole of Level 38, Searcys At The Gherkin is offering unrivalled luxury and views. Think cloud-inspired rooms for up to 100 people and a look at the skyline in 360 degrees, while munching on pan-seared Orkney scallops, braised beef cheek and sweetcorn gnocchi.

In pride of place on the top floor of the 5-star Radisson Blu Edwardian, the historic Hampshire Penthouse accommodates 60 or fewer guests, for sweeping views over London's most iconic landmarks while you tuck into a range of Italian, gastro, Peruvian, Japanese or Mexican menus.

From gorgeous balconies to outdoor dining spaces and indoor private rooms, there's plenty of places to seat your guests at The Exhibit. Not only that, but this Balham hotspot has canape platters available to pre-order and the divine cocktails to match. And if you're after private dining in London for cheap, minimum spends here start at just £200.

With floor to ceiling windows overlooking Liverpool Street, the Andaz Studio is a fully self-contained loft-style space presenting the perfect room for breakfast, lunches or interactive evenings. You can choose menus from any of the hotel's five restaurants, guaranteeing something for everyone. There's no better place in the City.

For a fabulous private dinner in the City of London, snap up Balfour At Bow Wine Vaults' snazzy basement space, which seats up to 43 guests. At this space situated just behind St Paul's Cathedral, you can dive into elevated traditional fare, from calves liver to fish and chips, paired with a tipple from the extensive vino list.

Tuttons Vaults, an intimate private hire and dining space located beneath the much-loved Covent Garden venue Tuttons. From corporate events to glam dinners, this place has you covered with its two spaces. As for the menu? Expect roast salmon fillet, pea and mint risotto or confit pork belly among other delights.

Specialising in coastal Indian cuisine, Trishna is located in the heart of London's Marylebone Village. There's space for 12 guests in the private area here, or you can hire out the entire venue for up to 60, so you can tuck into aromatic dishes like paneer tikka anardana or peanut garlic prawns with your nearest and dearest.

Combining Mexican fare with Peruvian small plates, including paprika-dusted calamari, spicy vegan empanadas and chargrilled cabbage steak with jalapeño truffle butter, is Leicester Square Kitchen. Private dining can be arranged for between 32 and 72 people.

The Rooftop St James is a prime example of hotels with private dining rooms in London, as it's found on the highest floor The Trafalgar and right next to the famous landmark. These guys serve up international small plates like cider poached chorizo, salmon arancini and Korean fried cauliflower, with stunning views alongside your food.

For group parties and birthday gatherings, The Seashell of Lisson Grove is an excellent choice. This venue has been serving fresh seafood and fish 'n' chips for over 60 years, so head to the Marylebone spot for some quality food and settle into its private dining room which can seat up to 16 people. You'll be able to feast on fresh seafood while sipping glasses of wine.

The Lighterman is a stunning venue that's drenched in sunlight, thanks to its huge windows and canal front location in King's Cross. You can hire the first floor, the entire venue or the water-facing bar and terrace here, with capacities ranging from 20 to 190 guests.

The Ante Chamber at Piazza Italiana is ideal when it comes to private dining in London for 10 guests or more. Not only is this stunning spot packed with grandiose decor like chandeliers and high ceilings, but the Italian fare is delish and there's a list of sommelier-chosen wines to accompany. White crab ravioli anyone?

During the daytime, expect to see The Wren Tavern buzzing with client meetings in their private dining room and birthday lunches, while the evening gives way to bigger parties. In other words, it caters to all occasions with its pretty indoor cherry blossom and a menu of tomato arancini, crispy chicken burgers and butternut squash tagliatelle.

An all-day British brasserie located on Level 36 at Sky Garden, Darwin needs to be seen to be believed. You can hire the whole space for private dining, meaning you'll have up to 60 guests enjoying these stunning views. If you're after something smaller, you can book the chef's table for up to 20 guests too, located right in the centre of the venue.

Are you a wine-lover? Then choosing Vinoteca in Farringdon or Chiswick as your private dining location is a no-brainer. Their exclusive room here has space for thirty people, meaning you can sip through bottles and enjoy European dishes among your closest companions.

Just a short walk from Chelsea Harbour, The Fulham Arms brings an authentic and quintessentially British pub vibe with a relaxed atmosphere to the London suburb. Their cosy upstairs dining room is available for private hire and the ideal spot to relish hearty pub grub made using local and wild seasonal ingredients that have been responsibly sourced.

Boasting a plethora of fabulous private dining spaces, The Little Orange Door is suitable for all occasions. Whether you fancy hiring out the entire venue or booking 'The Ultimate Dinner Party' boasting personalised place settings and non-stop games, this Clapham spot is sure to impress.

Wildflowers Restaurant is located in Belgravia, inside a former timber yard. The downstairs features a large open kitchen where they cook seasonal Mediterranean dishes over coal, or if you head upstairs then you can visit their sophisticated wine bar. As for private dining, their exclusive room fits up to 12 people, and you can enjoy the likes of mackerel and sardine bruschetta, fresh sheep's ricotta and sugar pit pork chops while you're here.

Looking for a swish spot to host private dining in London for 50 guests? Sticky Mango is the place to go. With a range of different (but all equally beautiful) rooms available to book, it's a top restaurant to munch on East Asian fare, available as group set menus or a la carte - we're talking Singapore chilli lobster, miso-glazed black cod and truffle egg fried rice.

To seat an intimate party of 8 for private dining, Cigalon on Chancery Lane is your best bet. These purveyors of French cuisine serve up authentic Provençal dishes, including full flavours and only the freshest of ingredients - we're talking pea and mushroom risotto, cured trout with green olives or grilled beef bavette.

Sink your teeth into high-quality and innovative cuisine at Salt Yard with their specialty food, including chargrilled octopus, grilled rump of venison and truffle mac 'n' cheese. Enjoy an intimate and cosy atmosphere perfect for professional occasions or celebrations with friends. You won't be disappointed with their extensive menu and signature and classic cocktails either.

One of the most serene spaces to host a private meal, The Petersham is decked in gorgeous floral displays and features Genoese chandeliers - truly a picture-perfect setting to dine in. Their seasonal menu is influenced by their English and Italian roots, with indulgent cakes available for events. Wondering what's on the menu? They've got everything from charred hake to dry-aged prime ribs and cheesy risotto.

Ayllu is known to be a romantic spot thanks to it's dark, sultry interiors and plush seating, but it's also a great choice for private dining with a room that seats up to 60 guests. Located beneath the grounds of Paddington Central, this destination is all about Peruvian and Japanese fusion, whipping up everything from salmon ceviche to beef tataki or mushroom bao buns.

The Folly boasts multiple private and semi-private areas, including an interior alfresco terrace featuring plenty of foliage, basement vaults and a private dining room, all in kitsch styling. If that doesn't bowl you over, the British pub grub is sure to - think Cornish cod in a lemon and herb crust or flash-grilled minute steak.

La Goccia is a beautiful, floral space and Italian restaurant that lends itself perfectly to private hire events. The dining room can be secured for up to 30 guests looking to enjoy signature cocktails created with botanicals and edible flowers. The menu is centred around seasonal produce from local producers, and you can choose from canapes to set courses, with dishes like beef sirloin, Cornish mackerel and basil pesto risotto on offer.

This private members' club has a number of spaces where you could seat guests in style for dinner. Whether you've got a party of 30 or 80 in mind, Beaufort House Chelsea will make sure you're catered for with tasty plates like teriyaki salmon and mushroom risotto from their award-winning brasserie.

If you're a fan of Mediterranean cuisine, then the list of Italian and Spanish food on offer at Ember Yard is sure to hit the spot. As for their private areas? You get inclusive hire of the basement space or their more intimate Josper Room when you want to dine in seclusion.

If you wish to feast on silky ribbons of fresh pasta in the heart of London, hire all or part of the private mezzanine space at Spagnoletti and host up to 50 seated guests. The interiors are quirky and the menu is refined, serving only nine dishes, including tagliatelle with green asparagus pesto and an egg yolk dressing - all of which was designed by Head Chef and pasta master Girolamo de Gennaro, alongside Executive Chef Manuele Bazzoni.

The Library at Fidelio Cafe has space for 18, which is ideal for small dinners or meetings where you also want food, thanks to their all-day menu of European cuisine. Our recommendations? The potato gnocchi with homemade pesto would make the perfect pick at this Farringdon spot.

One of our favourite London restaurants with private dining rooms, Ochre can be found tucked away inside The National Gallery. Set in the impressive proportions of the 20th Century William Wilkins building, it boasts seasonal British ingredients and a cocktail bar to boot. Their European-style eats are pretty fantastic too - think Cornish mussels, roasted cauliflower in curry sauce and dry-aged sirloin steaks.

Flaunting a gorgeous private dining space, Piccolino on Heddon Street and Exchange Square are the ideal venue for those intimate meals or work dos. Venture inside, where you'll be met hit with the delicious smell of Italian grub like fresh pasta using 100% Italian Durum wheat and creamy risotto dishes from the open kitchen, followed by a crackin' bar space for tasty drinks.

After Michelin-starred Indian food from your secluded dining experience? Benares Restaurant & Bar is a stylish Mayfair spot which features hand-crafted India-inspired furniture and other unique touches in a sultry space, with marinated lamb tandoori, lobster dishes and more to boot. 

For lovers of Mexican and East Asian cuisine, you can get everything you hoped for and more at Kix Bar + Kitchen in Dulwich, a stylish restaurant full of neon lights and colourful artwork. You can hire both a private dining room and their alfresco secret garden space, while devouring sharing plates of tuna tataki, Tex Mex tacos, fluffy bao buns and so much more.

With three private rooms to choose between (seating from 22 to 120 guests), as well as a secret garden and seasonal pop-up space themed around the beach or a winter lodge, Blue Door Bistro at The Montague on The Gardens Hotel is ideal for your private dining needs.

Traditionally styled to reflect the historical building, it's balancing ambience and functionality to ensure your special occasion is catered for. Expect British dining across main menus and canapes, as well as a delicious selection of drinks for a luxury occasion.

Located on Devonshire Square, Kenza Restaurant and Lounge is a haven of private dining rooms in the city. They've got cosy alcoves, full venue hire and exclusive rooms for anywhere between 14 and 60 people, with minimum spends starting from just £400. As well as a selection of delicious cocktails to choose from, you can expect authentic Middle Eastern cuisine such as lamb kofta, grilled salmon fillets and marinated haloumi topped with black olives.

Boasting a plethora of chic spaces and an option for entire venue hire, Sartoria is the ideal Mayfair joint for private dining or celebrations. Take in the gorgeous interiors, all while chowing down on fine dining fare, from the likes of burrata to grilled octopus and amaretto tiramisu. 

With two vaults seating up to 10 guests, Gymkhana is a stunning spot for private dining. Expect to kick back across the space that's inspired by India's members' clubs, fronting sultry red walls, domed ceilings and colourful lamps, while the menu specialises in tandoor and chatpatta dishes that are designed for sharing.