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Best London restaurants for Christmas parties and get-togethers in 2023

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Bamboozled by the sheer choice of where to choose for your Christmas party in London this year? Whether you're booking for a group of friends or looking for somewhere to hold your office Christmas dinner, we've got some excellent ideas for you.

Seafood platters and Peruvian snacks at Chicama

Chelsea - 383 King's Road, London SW10 0LP

Join the festive celebrations at Chicama to try the brand-new additions to Chicama's menu this Christmas, from delicious new snacks to ceviches and a remastered seafood platter. They've also got an amazing new burnt cheesecake on offer from chef Adam Rawson. If you're looking for some winter alfresco their cosy Chelsea terrace is just the place. For private dining, their private dining area can comfortably seat between eight and twelve guests. It's the perfect setting for any occasion for bringing together those we care most about, especially at Christmas!

Booking: Book online or call 020 3874 2000

 

Something for everyone at The Rubens

Victoria - 39 Buckingham Palace Rd, London SW1W 0PS

Festive décor and sophisticated venues at The Rubens combine to create the perfect ambiance for Christmas cheer. Tailored seating plans, personalised menus, and Christmas crackers add those personal touches that make your event truly memorable. Whether you prefer the Leopard Bar - perfect for intimate events, The English Grill which is ideal for sit-down dinners, the Curry Room for large gatherings or their array of versatile event suites, enquiries are now open.

Prices: packages are available from 14 November – 23 December. Prices from £105 per person.

Booking: View The Rubens’ Christmas brochure and enquire online here or email MeetRB@rchmail.com

 

A magical Christmas at The Milestone

Kensington - 1-3 Kensington Ct, London W8 5DL

Make this Christmas more magical by celebrating at The Milestone Hotel & Residences. Whether it's a family celebration or a corporate party, The Milestone Hotel has something to suit your festive occasion. Private Dining menus are available together with Cocktail Reception packages. Each of the private dining venues has a story to tell and every space is filled with beautiful rich furnishings and exquisite original artwork, with the outstanding cuisine and generous hospitality that The Milestone is renowned for.

Price: Reception packages start from £27 per person or dining options from £80 per person

Booking: For more information, menus and to book visit milestonehotel.com/festive or email
MeetMS@rchmail.com

  

Celebrate Christmas at LilienblumMediterranean feasts at Lilienblum

Old Street - 80 City Rd, London EC1Y 2BJ

The East London restaurant is ringing the festive season with the ultimate Mediterranean Festive Feast with two menus perfect for larger-than-life dining. Focusing on bold, flavourful family-style sharing plates, dishes are packed with theatre. The restaurant is available for exclusive hire, and also offers semi-private areas and smaller tables for intimate gatherings.

Price: Set menus from £65 per head. Drinks and DJ/entertainment packages available.

Booking: Bookings can be made online or for more information contact jordon@thesababahcompany.com

 

Celebrate Christmas at PivotChristmas tree views at Pivot

Covent Garden - 3 Henrietta St, London WC2E 8LU

Pivot Bar & Bistro in Covent Garden is serving up a Christmas feast to remember, with a complimentary glass of prosecco or Chai Mulled Wine on arrival. Highlights include Scottish smoked salmon, braised lamb shank and a traditional roast turkey with all the sides, before moving onto a Christmas pudding or a chocolate mousse. Enjoy a great Christmas gathering with amazing views over the Covent Garden Christmas tree.

Price: £42 for two courses, £49 courses.

Booking: Book online

 

book your London Christmas party at oxo towerRiverside festivities at OXO Tower Restaurant and Brasserie

South Bank - Barge House St, London SE1 9PH

On South Bank is the well-known OXO Tower Restaurant and Brasserie. Live music, an energetic vibe and delicious hearty plates of food made for sharing, can be found in the brasserie. The restaurant serves up a delicious festive menu in a stunning dining room overlooking the City. Both venues are perfect to get in that Christmas feeling.

Booking: Book online.

 

Celebrate Christmas at Pachamama Bar + KitchenNew Christmas dishes at Pachamama Bar + Kitchen

Marylebone - 18 Thayer Street, London W1U 3JY

When Pachamama Bar + Kitchen first opened they worked with Adam Rawson to create some fabulous dishes. He's now rejoined them for autumn to develop some incredible new Christmas dishes. Enjoy black cod aguadito with miso black rice, snow crab croquetas and the best burnt cheesecake. Their private rooms seat up to thirteen guests and are perfect for business meetings, celebratory occasions, and more intimate occasions. Designed for cosy dining with style; they're inspired by the imagined aesthetic of a crumbling Peruvian colonial home.

Booking: Book online or call 020 7935 9393. Quote ILOVEPACHAMAMA when you book and every person will get a free Pisco Sour.

 

Celebrate Christmas at CordA fine dining Christmas at CORD

City of London - 85 Fleet Street, London EC4Y 1AE

Celebrate Christmas in a beautiful listed building on Fleet Street whilst enjoying a fine dining experience. CORD by Le Cordon Bleu offers sumptuous festive menus in its main restaurant as well as private dining options and a unique Bake & Dine experience to enjoy with colleagues, family and friends.

Price: Three-course set menu £68, four-course set menu £82

Booking: Book online

 

Celebrate Christmas at The Chesterfield MayfairBespoke parties at The Chesterfield Mayfair

Mayfair - 35 Charles St, London W1J 5EB

Festive décor, seasonal merriment and a charming and sophisticated venue all combine to create the perfect ambiance for Christmas cheer at The Chesterfield Mayfair. Private Dining options are available to accommodate up to 150 guests while their flexible drinks package lets you curate a bespoke Christmas party with the assistance of their experienced events team.

Price: Reception packages start from £95 per person or dining options from £150 per person

BookingBook online or email MeetCH@rchmail.com. Quote HotDinners to receive a complimentary arrival drink for each of your guests.

 

Celebrate Christmas with Bankside hotelArt-inspired festivities at Bankside Hotel

Bankside - 2 Blackfriars Rd, Upper Ground, London SE1 9JU

Celebrate Christmas amid eclectic artworks and creative vibes at Bankside Hotel, seconds from London’s vibrant South Bank. Whether an intimate dinner or a grand soirée, guests can book to enjoy a memorable night with art-inspired event spaces, festive three-course meals or more laid-back dining options, alongside welcome cocktails. 

Price: Packages start from £85 per person.

Booking: Visit banksidehotel.com/parties for more information or call 020 3943 2220 to make an enquiry.

 

Celebrate Christmas at Park RowA Gotham City Christmas at The Iceberg Lounge at Park Row

Soho - 77 Brewer St, London W1F 9ZN

Celebrate Christmas in Gotham City this year with an exciting new modern Asian menu at Park Row's Iceberg Lounge. Former Dinings Chef, Raymond Steplin presents sophisticated Japanese and pan-Asian dishes including tuna crispy rice, wagyu tataki with truffle, sea bass ceviche, miso black cod with a raspberry and rose chiffon cake or sansho pepper chocolate fondant to finish. The menu is served with all the table-side theatrical flare this unique DC-inspired restaurant has come to be known for.

Price: Festive set menus £75/£95/£125 per person (groups of 12+), canapés menus £50/£65 per person (groups of 30+)

Booking: Book online or call 0203 745 3431 to book. 

 

Festive tasting menus at Pachamama East

Shoreditch - 73 Great Eastern Street, London EC2A 3HU

Pachamama East’s menu explores the harmony between Chinese & Peruvian cuisine through a wide array of techniques and flavours. Celebrate with their delicious Christmas tasting menus created by chef Adam Rawson. If you're looking for a special location for a festive party the setting of their private room is wonderfully soothing and can be found beneath the main restaurant area of Pachamama East. Guests are led through the heart of the production kitchen, into a cosy private dining room that is peppered with potted plants and bathed in soft candlelight.

Booking: Book online or call 020 7846 9595 to book. Quote ILOVEPACHAMAMA when you book and every person will get a free Pisco Sour.

 

Feasting boards at Megan's

Across London

Megan's is the spot for a Christmas party that will wow this December 2023 with spectacular feasting boards raised above the table and served in a magical, fairy-lit setting. Enjoy fondue in a sourdough loaf, turkey, lamb and more. And it all comes served with pigs in blankets, roasties & stuffing. Plus, there are Megan's crackers with a voucher inside...

Booking: Book online

 

Celebrate Christmas at YaatraA space for everyone at Yaatra

Westminster - Old Westminster Fire Station, 4 Greycoat Place, London SW1P 1SB

Celebrate Christmas within the iconic walls of the historic Old Westminster Fire Station at Yaatra. Whether it’s a family get-together, a team Christmas lunch or the entire company ‘do' they've got spaces to suit all and a range of party menus – from sit-down dinners to sharing ‘Curry Feast’ menus and canapé and bowl food options.

Price: From £25 per person.

Booking: Email their Events Team on info@yaatrarestaurant.com or call 0204 549 1906

 

book your London Christmas party at bbarA versatile venue at bbar

Victoria - 43 Buckingham Palace Rd, London SW1W 0PP

In the heart of Victoria, a Christmas Party at bbar offers a truly magical occasion. Whether you’re having a family celebration or a work party, bbar has something to suit every festive occasion. With an open-plan restaurant and private hire spaces, it’s a versatile venue to make for the perfect Christmas party location in Central London. And bbar’s team will be on hand to help curate your perfect festive dining experience. Book this venue exclusively and elevate your event with a dedicated DJ included for an unforgettable experience.

Prices: Packages are available from 28 November – 24 December. Prices from £37 per person.

Booking: View Bbar’s Christmas brochure and enquire online here or email bbaradmin@rchmail.com

 

book your London Christmas party at floratticaFestive brunching at Florattica Rooftop

Aldgate - 1-15 Minories, London EC3N 1AX

Head to Florattica Rooftop London this festive season and dine under a ceiling of twinkling fairy lights and hanging baubles. The views there are impressive, overlooking London's Square Mile and its vibrant, Christmassy streets. If visiting at the weekend, choose the winter brunch menu, £40 for three-courses and add on £45 to make it bottomless (it’s Christmas after all!). Can’t come on the weekend? Florattica’s open daily serving a range of delightful dishes from the à la carte menu, and let's not forget their floral cocktail menu to make it the ultimate dining experience.

Booking: Book online here.

 

More Christmas party inspiration

Dishoom

Lady of the Grapes (Covent Garden) - Enjoy six wine-matched dishes on the wine bar's festive menu for £75 per person or £155 per person with wine pairings. 

Dishoom (Various locations) - Dishoom has a Christmas Feast menu for group bookings and it features a turkey raan with all the trimmings (£42 a head, 6+ people).

Manteca (Shoreditch) - Manteca has two festive options - a pasta-sharing menu for £65 per person and a festive feasting menu for £85. Crucially both feature the Christmas pudding trifle as a dessert.

St John Bread and Wine (Spitalfields) - Tables of eight or more can opt for the Christmas feasting menu, on offer from 1 December. It's very much a meat eater's paradise with four options focusing on a 'beast' in question, from suckling pig to goose. 

1251 (Islington) - James Cochran's Upper Street restaurant has a five-course menu for £50 that includes delights like coal-roasted celeriac with brussel top seaweed and roast breast of Aylesbury duck. There's also a separate veggie menu. Go bigger with an £80 menu and there's also drink pairing options on offer too.

Sunday in Brooklyn (Notting Hill) - For a festive menu with an American twist head to Sunday in Brooklyn where the party menus include spiced pumpkin soup and roasted turkey parcels.

Darby's (Nine Elms) - Robin Gill's restaurant is putting on two festive menus at £50 and £80. The spendier one includes a rib of beef on the bone and truffled Baron Bigod.

The Chesterfield (Mayfair) - for a classic Christmas party in Mayfair, The Chesterfield Mayfair has just the package. Prices start at £125 per person for three course meals with a personalised menu and sommelier-chosen wine.

 

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