Best private dining rooms for Christmas parties in London

The private room at The Midland Grand Dining Room is a masterfully-designed space complete with crimson walls, art-deco furnishings and a grand fireplace. Able to seat up to 14 guests, there are few places in London more beautiful for a special dinner. 

Accommodating between nine and 24 guests, The Wolseley City's private room feels made for Christmas parties. Along with a brilliant set menu packed with traditional favourites, dining rooms feature gold trim, floral displays, candelabras, and references to Egyptian revival decor.

Tucked away in the heart of Mayfair, the Belle Epoque-styled Riviera Room offers world-renowned menus that draw on the best French cuisine. If there’s a time and a place guaranteed to be cheerful, it’s Christmas dinner parties at La Petite Maison (LPM).

Whether in the Amalfi Room or the Puglia Room, Christmas dinner parties at Theo Randall come with elegant interiors and exceptional Italian set menus. Of course, no Italian Christmas party is complete without the chance to sip some of the best Piedmontese Barolos and Tuscan Chiantis.

Taking up residence in the National Gallery, Ochre offers a timeless space to get a group together and celebrate this Christmas. The private dining room here seats up to 19 of your nearest and dearest, amongst the backdrop of extravagant chandeliers and eye-catching views of Nelson’s Column.

It’s a simple but gorgeous private dining room already, but The Chelsea Townhouse has a few aces up its sleeve. Not only will the team create a bespoke seasonal menu and take care of every detail, The Mulberry Room also offers direct access to private gardens.

With its pastel colour-schemes and eye-catching vistas of Battersea Power Station, art’otel offers six different private function rooms where you can celebrate this year. Host a Christmas party from four to over 100 guests - perfect for parties of every size.

Beloved for its indulgent menus of Mexican and Japanese cuisine, Los Mochis City location could be the perfect spot for Christmas with a bit of a twist. Their private dining room seats up to 22, or 30 standing, with panoramic views of the city to help seal the deal.

The private dining room at SUSHISAMBA’s Covent Garden outpost is a real stunner, featuring a handmade circular dining table and hand-painted wallpaper. It also comes complete with a private balcony overlooking the Piazza, which is always beautifully decorated around Christmas time. 

This authentic Tuscan restaurant in the heart of Knightsbridge boasts a charming private dining room for 10, perfect for those looking to throw a more intimate celebration. Enjoy an authentic multi-course dinner with fine Italian wines to see the year out in style.

For a Christmas party that's a little less traditional, Los Mochis serves up exciting Japanese-Mexican plates in the heart of Notting Hill. For seated events, book one of the two dining rooms (one on each floor), which can accommodate between 50 and 60 guests.

If you’re looking for a central location with a bit of glamour, then why not try Bonzai? This Soho restaurant offers moody, foliage-filled spaces alongside an extravagant menu of Pan-Asian cuisine, as well as a private dining room that can seat up to 25 guests.

Iconic every time of year, but especially Christmas, The Wolseley is one of the most prestigious locations for festive private dining parties. Seating up to 15 guests without room hire fees, The Wolseley offers traditional set menus. Think Norfolk roast turkey with all the trimmings.

Take your Christmas party to new heights at Duck & Waffle, housed on the 40th floor of the Heron Tower. Boasting the highest private dining room in the country, here you can enjoy spanning city views and a rather stylish backdrop for your festivities.

Specialising in Southeast Asian and Western fusion, Pan Pacific offers three private dining rooms each with modern features and cosy accents. To take your event to new heights, the team can take care of name cards, decorations and floral displays and provide a sommelier for the evening.

The original London location of SUSHISAMBA is found 39 floors up at Heron Tower and is famed for its epic views of the capital. The fusion menu of Brazilian, Peruvian and Japanese influence is sure to thrill your guests, while you can also bring some extra festive fun to your evening with adds on such as samba dancers, sake tastings or sushi-making classes. 

Celebrate in style with an evening at Bardo. This iconic St James’s location may be known for its lavish, red velvet surroundings and evenings of live music, but it also offers several private dining spaces for your festivities, each boasting their own unique charm and style.

From the team behind Fallow and Fowl, Roe is a modern restaurant known for festive private dining feasts. Set under the restaurant's sustainable aeroponic garden, Christmas dinner parties in The Garden Room at Roe are seasonal, exceptional, and focused on high-skill cooking with low-waste techniques.

With modern interpretations of flavours and textures, museum-worthy artwork, jazz, and a homage to Indian food, Christmas private dining at Colonel Saab offers an escape from the cold weary London climate. There are often festive offers available too, including complimentary beer and prosecco on arrival.

Elegance and opulence are the name of the game at this glamorous hotel snuggled in Covent Garden. Private dining groups can book its Committee Room for up to 26, or the Library for up to 70. Rest assured it will be transformed into a festive oasis come Christmas time.

If you're tired of yet another year of turkey with all the trimmings, consider a festive dinner with a Chinese-influenced twist at Gouqi, which has two intimate private dining rooms. Menus can be varied based on your desires, but look out for particular highlights like the Peking duck with oscietra caviar or slow-cooked Japanese wagyu.

Home to the Michelin-starred restaurant Wild Honey, Sofitel St James is one of the most impressive Christmas party locations. Full of festive cheer, Sofitel St James offers several exceptional set-course dinner packages to be enjoyed in privacy, surrounded by striking contemporary artworks.

For a swanky spot in the heart of the city, 1 Lombard Street pulls out all the stops come Christmas, the perfect venue for those looking to impress. With its detailed columns and eye-catching domed ceiling you can opt for exclusive hire, or choose from one of two dining rooms.

One of the most beautiful festive venues just minutes from South Kensington, The Other House boasts several luxurious, beautifully decorated private dining rooms for Christmas parties. Imagine dining bespoke menus at a candelabra-lit table, knowing that you’re in the safest of hands

A revamped casino and private members club with a history studded with celebrity clientele, Crown London offers Christmas party dining suffused with timeless charm and modern luxury. For 12 guests in The Curzon Room, this means exquisite modern European dining, fine wines, and expert service.

This homely, five-story townhouse brings charm in spades, offering a cosy, well-lit space that's steeped in history. Host this year’s Christmas party in the Onion Room or Lilly’s Cafe with seated capacity for 25 or 40 people respectively.

The Modern European restaurant Kitchen at Holmes, in Baker Street's Holmes Hotel, offers three set menus for the festive season, at three different price points. Enjoy a range of private dining rooms that can be hired in conjunction for up to 110 guests, or even book a room at the hotel if you're worried about catching the last train home.

Le Petit Beefbar's high-quality steaks and sleek and stylish interiors are a recipe for Christmas party success. You can book out the entire floor for larger parties, but if you’re after private dining spaces, then this one can accommodate up to 20 guests seated, or 25 standing.

If you're keen to steer clear of dry turkey and dodgy tinsel this year, how about hosting your Christmas party at elegant Japanese restaurant Niju instead? The private dining room seats 18 guests, while food is overseen by third generation sushi master Endo Kazutoshi, making it a must-try spot for real sushi fans.