Christmas party venues in Soho are a hot ticket during the festive season due to their proximity to one of London’s best nightlife districts. If you’re searching for a spot to host your festive event this year, then why not consider Zima. This stylish Russian restaurant is located inside an avant-garde townhouse on Frith Street, split across three floors and home to a wealth of private spaces. Be it a fancy private dinner, or a night of singing and celebrations (it even boasts its own karaoke bar), Zima is suited and booted to host Christmas occasions of all kinds.
If you have your heart set on a Christmas meal with friends, family or colleagues, then there are two dining rooms to choose from. The ground floor restaurant is a more casual choice, with checkerboard flooring, a vintage bar, and vibrant artworks on the walls. This room can be hired for up to 35 seated guests. For slightly more formal occasions away from the hustle and bustle of the main street outside, book the first floor dining room. This space can seat up to 36, and features smart white tablecloths, sleek light fixtures and tan leather chairs.
If you want to skip the meal and head straight to the party, then the subterranean karaoke bar is an excellent choice. This atmospheric room can host up to 35 guests, and is perfect for gathering loved ones for drinks, nibbles and a singalong. It even boasts its own separate entrance for extra exclusivity.
Don’t expect a traditional Christmas dinner at Zima. Executive chef Alexei Zimin has created an innovative menu that both draws on his Russian heritage and takes influence from his travels and classical training. And drinks wise, alongside signature cocktails and an international wine list, no Christmas party is complete without sampling a few of its ‘Nastoykas’, which are vodka infusions made with sweet and savoury ingredients. Think sea buckthorn and cranberry, and horseradish, garlic and plum.