London's most affordable Christmas party venues

Legendary haunt The Delaunay is the place to go if you have Christmas guests to impress. Expect old-world elegance inside, as well as a luxurious menu of classic brasserie cooking. There are a variety of private rooms to choose from, or just book yourself a table in the majestic dining room. 

Situated over three floors, The Railway Pub in Putney boasts spaces for everything from sit-down dinners to big celebrations. The Lounge, Snug and Cocktail Bar all offer a cosy backdrop for wintertime events, or hire the full venue for up to 650 guests. Plus, three-course festive menus start from £41 per person.  

Add a hefty dose of warm, Mediterranean hospitality to your Christmas party this year at Carmel in Fitzrovia. Lunch set menus start from just £39 per person, while the restaurant itself is perfect for groups large and small. Hire the Green Room for 30 guests, or opt for exclusive use and host a spectacular dinner for 100.

Whether you opt for a five-course menu or festive canapes, 28-50 by Night offers a range of affordable options to suit parties of all sizes and styles. Smaller groups should look to the VIP Square for an intimate dining experience, or for a more relaxed event, The Stage and the Upper Circle are both bigger, brilliant options.  

Delicious, Eastern Med-inspired cooking has made Brother Marcus a smash hit in London, and the lively vibe translates beautifully to Christmas parties. Shared and private parties are both an option here, and there's something for everyone across a large menu of colourful small plates.

Riding House is known for its gorgeous interiors and relaxed, cafe-style dining, so if you’re after a space that’s both stylish and cost-effective, this is your ticket. Menus start from £50 per head for three courses, and there are a wealth of spaces to choose from with capacities ranging from 12 to 200.  

What better way to celebrate Christmas than clinking some good glasses of wine and fizz? At Humble Grape you and your guests can sip on a curated wine list of over 400 bottles, sourced from small independent winemakers all over the world. The upstairs 20-seat private dining space is great for more intimate celebrations.

This Lebanese restaurants pulls out all the stops, binning the classic dry turkey for juicy meat and fish skewers, silky smooth mezze dips and home-baked breads. The inside is homely and colourful, but a party at Massis is really all about the food - the smoked aubergine moutabal with sesame is incredible. 

Posh kebab enthusiasts Le Bab are opening their doors for the festive season, serving customisable food and drinks menus and flexible event spaces. From private dining to festive feasts, all events are catered for here, and when you book early, you'll receive a discount with your booking. 

Humble Grape has a few excellent sites dotted around London, but we especially love Islington's bright, airy feel and contemporary wood-and-tile arrangement. The superb, independent wine list makes it ideal for oenophiles, but Humble Grape's easy-going menu makes it a good all-rounder for all Christmas parties.

Megan's promises a beautiful backdrop to your festive event, with hundreds of magical twinkling lights and festoons of flowers and greenery. Plus, its festive menus start from just £28.50 for two courses! Indulge in fondue with bacon wrapped dates, Christmas sharing boards and a giant half-baked cookie to finish. 

This under-the-radar pub on a leafy street in Holland Park is everything a British boozer should be: cosy, welcoming and bursting with charm. Menus are seasonal and always delicious, and crucially, won't leave you out of pocket.  

On the hunt for a slick Christmas party venue in Canary Wharf? This neighbourhood bar and restaurant is the perfect choice if you work in the area, and boast a private dining room (30 people), multiple semi private areas, or full venue hire if you're planning a blowout bash. 

This swish brasserie and lounge in the heart of Holborn offers crowd-pleasing food, glamorous interiors and experienced staff who know exactly how to throw a party! Festive menus start from £60 per person for three courses, which isn’t bad considering the vibe and location of this glitzy spot.  

Swap tired turkey for soul-warming Portuguese dishes and book Casa do Frango for your Christmas party! This vibrant restaurant offers a range of menus at affordable prices, from banquet-style feasts to a buffet or canapes. Venue wise, the Mezzanine can host up to 65 seated guests and comes with its own bar – hurrah! 

If this year's bash is all about having a bit of fun, then The Little Blue Door is sure to deliver, offering laid-back, house-party-style vibes in the heart of Fulham. There are multiple festive packages to choose from, with the 'Light' package only £25 per person, so all budgets are catered for. 

Ignore the name! This Instagrammable spot in Islington is all about generosity and good times with a host of food and drinks packages available. Menus start at just £35 for two courses, while all-in packages are £100 a head and include hire of the venue plus extensive food and drink options. 

Just moments from King's Cross, Rotunda is a relaxed restaurant and bar that's able to host groups of 30 to 250, and boasts an array of curated festive packages that makes ordering for groups easy. Choose from three-course menus, canapes, bowl food and bar platters, before completing your order with the perfect drinks bundle. 

Endless dumplings and karaoke? Sounds like a recipe for the perfect Christmas party to us. Where better than iconic Chinatown restaurant Dumplings Legend - three private dining rooms are available to hire, complete with karaoke set up, and the restaurant has a 3am license so you can party all night. 

Stylish Peruvian-Japanese spot Ayllu is likely to steal the show at your next Christmas party with innovative small plates and slick interiors. The cocktail list is massively underrated too, and Ayllu has a lovely 36-capacity heated terrace right on the edge of Paddington Basin where you can enjoy a little drinks party.

Pedro’s is a traditional Portuguese wine bar and restaurant located under a Victorian railway arch in Bermondsey. With exposed brickwork, a 30-foot ceiling and a versatile mezzanine area overlooking the main space, it’s the perfect place to relax and unwind with a glass of wine and a selection of its signature sharing platters.  

This legendary party venue in the heart of theatreland is themed around all things alpine. We're talking wooden chalet-inspired interiors, Cook Haus classics and Alpine-inspired cocktails, all at a reasonable price point. Set menus start from £45 a head - not bad, eh?

Let the good times roll at Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly which is equipped with a live events stage, music video sound system, LCD screens and multiple bars. Whether you’re looking to hire out its Legends Room, or fancy full venue hire, this raucous spot is the perfect place to let your hair down this year.  

The Alchemist's central bar in Aldgate boasts atmospheric interiors and theatrical cocktails that are sure to make this year's bash memorable. Choose from canapes, bowl food or a three-course meal, all washed down with a selection of festive cocktails, of course.