Searcys At The Gherkin | Private Dining

Description

WHERE A TASTE OF THE HIGH-LIFE AWAITS

There are few spots on the London landscape as striking as Searcys at The Gherkin, where a taste of the high-life awaits. Pair high-end design with vintage cuvees and contemporary cooking, all while enjoying panoramic views from the top three levels of one of London’s most iconic skyscrapers. Searcys introduces HELIX Restaurant and IRIS bar; now open to the public for the first time.

 

PRIVATE DINING ROOMS

Open for daytime functions, the sky-high rooms by Events at The Gherkin are ideal for dining and celebratory gatherings in the heart of the City. Sitting high above London on the 38th floor of this Norman Foster-designed building, the rooms were aptly named after clouds:  Alto, Cirrus, Stratus, Cumulus and Nimbus offer stunning vistas, catering excellence and impeccable service.  Designed with flexibility in mind, the recently refurbished rooms provide a space for small, targeted conferences for 18 delegates or larger parties of up to 100 guests. Events, private dinners or conferences at The Gherkin are lavishly catered for with bespoke breakfast, lunch and dinner menus that bring to life Searcys’ passion for British produce and seasonality.

Booked individually the cloud-inspired rooms are ideal for up to 50 guests dependent on the layout, while double rooms or whole floor booking allow for larger gatherings of up to 130 guests. Each rooms offer multiple screens, lapel mics and docking stations, as well as an on-site engineer on hand to ensure presentations go smoothly. 

 

EXCLUSIVE EVENT HIRE

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  Norman 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.

 

IRIS BAR

Perched high above the city in the iconic dome, IRIS Bar offers epic 360° views of London. Enjoy a cocktail or a vintage cuvee with an unforgettable backdrop of the capital.  Now open to the public from 7.30am to 11pm. 

Click here for IRIS bar reservations

 

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.

 

Info

  • Experience
  • Splash the Cash £££
  • Dance floor
  • Wheelchair Access, Disabled Toilets
  • No hoodies, No sportswear, Smart
  • Background Music

Hours

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.

Location

Address

Searcys At The Gherkin | Private Dining, 30, St Mary Axe, EC3A 8EP

Area

Liverpool Street

Nearest Station

Liverpool Street (Tube)

Menus

  • Cuisines

    This venue serves International, Vegetarian Friendly, British, European, Fine Dining, Breakfast and Brunch food.

Private Hire

Name Type Capacity
Seated
Capacity
Standing
Cost Min spend
Midweek*
Min spend
Weekend*
Cirrus or Cumulus rooms Private Room 20 25 - - -

There are few spots on the London landscape as striking as Searcys at The Gherkin. When booking a private dining room or the top of the building on level 38, you are guaranteed the most majestic views across the city. Pair this with Searcys signature hospitality - a proud celebration of British produce, where the menus put seasonal, modern dishes centre stage, expertly paired with wines and signature champagnes.

We have ensured that Searcys at the Gherkin has received “We’re Good to Go” industry accreditation, launched by VisitBritain, the UK’s national tourist board. This means that we adhere to the Government and public health guidance, that we have carried out COVID-19 risk assessments and that we have the required processes in place for you to visit us safely. More so, we are regularly audited by NAVITAS, an independent health and safety consultancy with over 30 years of experience, for compliance in line with our secure safety framework.

 

Check our event spaces and packages online at https://searcysatthegherkin.co.uk/special-occasions/

To enquire, please contact our Exclusive Events Team at (t) 020 7101 0220 or email entertaining@searcys.co.uk. 

Nimbus room Private Room 20 30 - - -

Aptly named after clouds, Searcys created these contemporary and versatile rooms so guests can look forward to an even more exceptional experience. Open for daytime functions, the spaces are ideal for dining as well as small, targeted conferences in the heart of The City. 

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
Double rooms: Cirrus-Stratus room or Alto-Cumulus room Private Room 50 60 - - -
Exclusive hire of Level 38 Venue Hire 100 130 - - -

Open for daytime and evening functions, the interconnected private dining rooms are ideal for dining as well as small, targeted conferences in the heart of The City. 

Able to adapt to suit the size and style of any event, these interconnected rooms are as practical as they are eye-catching. The oversized glazed doors between the rooms allow a more open circulation and maximize natural light whilst brass and a specialist ‘shimmer’ wall finish add a subtle touch of luxury. The rooms also offer multiple screens, lapel mics and docking stations, as well as an on-site engineer on hand to ensure presentations go smoothly.

* The minimum spends are a guideline only and vary according to the day and time of the year.

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