Private Dining never tasted as delightful as this. Here at the Gherkin, the private dining is both refined and secluded, offering a privileged perspective to impress your guests. From a special Birthday, a business lunch, all-day cenference or even an intimate Wedding reception, enjoy your own beautifully decorated private room with a view that stretches across our capital.
Standing 180m tall at 30 St Mary Axe is the towering London venue known as The Gherkin. With its striking architecture, designed by the world-renowned Lord Foster, it is one of the most prestigious and iconic venues in London.
Exclusively occupying the top three floors, Searcys at The Gherkin provides world-class catering and drinks at this unique landmark thanks to an eclectic roster of cocktails set alongside bites and stunning plates in the restaurant. From private dining to exclusive events, Searcys can cater for birthdays, glamorous nights and high-end events aplenty.
The bar is located at the top of the iconic dome with an unparalleled 360 degrees view of London. Enjoy a cocktail or bubbles with an unforgettable view across London. Normally reserved for members, DesignMyNight gives you exclusive access to this bucket list London bar. Click here for Bar Bookings
Please note: You will be asked for a form of picture identification at reception and will need to go through security checks before being whisked away up to bar, in the sky lifts.
| Day | Open | Close | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 7:00 | 23:00 | Private Hire Only |
| Tuesday | 7:00 | 23:00 | Private Hire Only |
| Wednesday | 7:00 | 23:00 | Private Hire Only |
| Thursday | 7:00 | 23:00 | Private Hire Only |
| Friday | 7:00 | 23:00 | Private Hire Only |
| Saturday | 7:00 | 23:00 | Private Hire Only |
| Sunday | 7:00 | 23:00 | Private Hire Only |
Address
Searcys At The Gherkin | Private Dining, 30 St Mary Axe EC3A 8EP
Area
Liverpool Street
Nearest Station
Liverpool Street (Tube)
| Name | Type | Capacity Seated |
Capacity Standing |
Cost | Min spend Midweek* |
Min spend Weekend* |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cirrus or Cumulus rooms | Private Room | 20 | 25 | - | Minimum food & beverage spend for weekday lunch time, evening and day events £500 + VAT | No room hire fee, Minimum catering spend – £1000 + VAT | |
| Nimbus room | Private Room | 20 | 30 | - | Minimum food & beverage spend for weekday lunch time, evening and day events £500 + VAT | No room hire fee, Minimum catering spend – £1,000 + VAT | |
| Stratus or Alto rooms | Private Room | 30 | 35 | - | Minimum food & beverage spend for weekday lunch time, evening and day events £500 + VAT | No room hire fee, Minimum catering spend – £1,500 + VAT | |
| Cirrus-Stratus room or Alto-Cumulus room | Private Room | 50 | 60 | - | Minimum food & beverage spend for weekday lunch time, evening and day events £1500 + VAT | No room hire fee, Minimum catering spend – £3500 + VAT | |
| Exclusive hire of Level 38 | Venue Hire | 100 | 130 | - | Minimum food & beverage spend for weekday breakfast is £1000+VAT; for lunch time or evening events £3,500 + VAT; for day events £4500 | Minimum catering spend – £5000 + VAT | |
* The minimum spends are a guideline only and vary according to the day and time of the year.
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