We often gravitate towards traditional venues when it comes to event planning, but year by year, we actually see restaurants becoming more and more event focused. Diversifying revenue streams is the name of the game, and increasingly, it makes sense for restaurants to make the most of their facilities by also offering exclusive hire.
There are lots of good reasons to think about exclusive hire of a restaurant for your next event. For starters, many of London’s most impressive buildings and spaces house restaurants, and as shown by our often updated list of London’s most Instagrammable restaurants, there are some truly beautiful restaurants in the capital today. Exclusive hire of a restaurant doesn’t necessarily mean that you’re tied into a private dinner either - lots of restaurants have the flexibility to host large receptions and parties too.
That said, food is obviously a big part of the draw. If you’re planning a big event and you know that the food will be crucial, hosting your event in a restaurant gives you peace of mind that the food will be up to scratch. Again, you’re not necessarily tied into group menus for a sit down meal. Most restaurants are flexible enough to alter the layout of the interior to suit different event styles, and you can often organise bespoke menus, whether that involves wave after wave of canapes, easy-going bowl food, or a big multi-course banquet.
We’ve picked out a selection of our favourite exclusive hire restaurant venues, from glamorous high rise spots with impressive skyline views, to charming little neighbourhood restaurants that are ideal for more intimate occasions. Keep scrolling to take a look, and remember, you can get more information and booking details by clicking on the restaurant page.