Best private dining rooms in London for a bridal shower: 12 spots to host your celebration

Congratulations, you’re engaged! A momentous occasion that deserves to be properly celebrated. With so many pre-wedding considerations on the cards, it can feel overwhelming. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t stop and take a moment to celebrate yourself and prepare for your life as a newlywed. Whether you’re wanting to get together your bridesmaids to give out proposal boxes or simply celebrate with your nearest and dearest, there are plenty of opportunities where a private dining room might come in handy.

Options for private dining in London are hardly limited and you don’t have to look very far to find several decent spots. But with so many to choose from, it can be hard to know what exactly makes a private dining room perfect for a bridal shower. In our opinion, it’s something with a bit of style and glamour (or somewhere with a jaw droppingly gorgeous backdrop that’ll look great in your photos). 

You'll also need to choose whether you’d prefer an exclusive room to bring your own decorations or if you’re looking for a table in a restaurant to keep the buzz and momentum of your celebrations. Our list below showcases some of the best spots, each offering delightful menus so you don’t have to worry about the food ruining your special day. Plus, with plenty of booze on offer, you can get the prosecco flowing and really celebrate in style. 

Not sure where to begin when it comes to organising your event? No worries, we can help there too. Our guide to planning a private dinner offers step by step advice with everything you’ll need to consider to ensure your event is a roaring success. Browse our recommendations to discover a whole host of private dining rooms in London that are perfect for hosting a bridal shower and get planning for your special day - because that's almost as important as the wedding itself, right?

Aqua Shard, Southwark

What: You won't find many more iconic spots than London's Shard for hosting any event. Have your bride feeling in cloud nine at Aqua Shard's 31st floor location with spanning views across the city. It's the perfect spot for sipping on a glass or two of fizz as you watch the sunset across the city. The main private dining room seats up to 30 people with the Gin or Tea Wings on offer if you need a larger space to properly celebrate.
Where: 31 St Thomas Street, SE1 9RY
Book now: Aqua Shard 

Sushisamba, City of London and Covent Garden

What: You’ll be spoilt for choice with spaces across Sushisamba’s London locations, with sky-high dining and picturesque backdrops all on offer. For those not in the know, Sushisamba offers Brazilian, Peruvian and Japanese fusion menus for a veritable feast. Whether you're taking a table on the 39th floor mezzanine of London's Salesforce Tower or sitting amongst the eye-catching greenery of the Covent Garden location, you're sure to enjoy an evening packed full of canapes, small plates and a cocktail (or two, or three...) 
Where: 110 Bishopsgate, EC2N 4AY; 35 The Market Building, WC2E 8RF
Book now: Sushisamba Heron Tower; Sushisamba Covent Garden 

L'oscar, Bloomsbury

What: Dramatic decor and glamorous dining rooms are all part of the package at this Grade-II listed former church. If you’re not fussed about sky-high or floral spots then this could be a statement-making spot for your shower with its central location that's steeped in history. With several rooms available, each donned in rich blues with golden detailing that could be ideal for your slightly less conventional bridal shower. The Committee Room here is especially glam, with a distinctive and elegant space that can accommodate up to 26 guests. 
Where: 2-6 Southampton Row, WC1B 4AA
Book now: L'oscar 

Luca, Clerkenwell

What: If you’re looking for a private outdoor space for your bridal shower then look no further than Luca’s foliage-filled outdoor terrace. Take your event al fresco, for groups of up to 20, surrounded by olive trees and sunshine (British weather permitting). There are also a couple of indoor options for more intimate events of eight to ten people. Five- or six-course set menus are on the cards here, offering the very best of Italian cuisine from burrata to rigatoni to tiramisu. 
Where: 88 St John Street, EC1M 4EH
Book now: Luca 

Bocconcino, Mayfair and Soho

What: It comes as no surprise that Bocconcino offers idyllic and stylish dining that will really set the tone of your upcoming celebrations. Both the Mayfair and Soho locations offer exclusive or semi-private options whether you’re wanting complete privacy or looking to be a part of the action. Open for brunch, lunch and dinner, Bocconcino is ideal throughout the day with its buzzing atmosphere, live music and menus packed full of delightful Italian cuisine - you can’t really go wrong. 
Where: 19 Berkeley Street, W1J 8ED; 58-59 Great Marlborough Street, W1F 7JY
Book now: Bocconcino Mayfair; Bocconcino Soho 

Americana, St James's

What: For a friendly dose of Southern hospitality, host your bridal shower at Americana with its chic dining spaces spanning the restaurant’s two floors. Cosy, velvet booths and walls decorated with hanging foliage add a lovely floral touch to the space. From the upstairs Gallery to the Backstage Bar, you don’t have to worry about keeping the guest list short with space for up to 50, or even more if you’re looking to hire the whole restaurant. Tuck into sharing platters for the Americana Feast, with cajun bavette steaks and chipotle chicken to go alongside signature cocktails. 
Where: 11 Haymarket, SW1Y 4BP
Book now: Americana 

Canopy by Hilton, Aldgate

What: Arguably one of London's prettiest restaurants, the Florattica Rooftop at Canopy may have caught your attention of the years, but did you know that it also offers a couple of equally stunning private dining spots? Striking views, a central location and the kind of attentive service you'd expect from a group like Hilton, this space is sure to make your event even more memorable. It's perhaps not the place for smaller events with two dining room options that seat 60 and 120 respectively. But if you’re looking to get a large group together for a full blown celebration, then this could be the one for you.
Where: 15 Minories, EC3N 1AX
Book now: Canopy by Hilton 

Bardo, St James's

What: Bring that 50s atmosphere to your bridal shower with the timeless glamour of Bardo St James from its exquisite chandeliers to its dark-wooden furnishings. The private dining room here can host up to 16 of your nearest and dearest whilst the Kinnaird Room can hold up to 30 if you're expecting a few more guests. Here, you'll get access to your own private bar and DJ booth which are both essentials for a bridal shower in our opinion.
Where: 4 Suffolk Place, SW1Y 4HX
Book now: Bardo St James's 

Sette, Knightsbridge

What: From the team behind New York’s beloved Scarpetta, Sette offers neutral but elegant dining if you’re on the hunt for somewhere rather chic for your bridal shower. Here, you can transform the space, taking this blank-canvas room, fit for 18, and really making it your own. Elsewhere, Nolita Social offers a larger space for exclusive or partial hire, offering something a bit more vibrant with its neon lights, backlit bar and funky artwork. This underground lounge offers live music and DJ’s to really bring your bridal shower to life. 
Where: 4 Knightsbridge Green, SW1X 7QA
Book now: Sette 

Ayllu, Paddington

What: Looking to host a bridal shower in Paddington? Ayllu’s dramatic interiors are sure to leave a lasting impression for your guests with gorgeous forest-green walls and plush booths for an evening of both comfort and style. Here, you can let the venue do the talking alongside tasting menus of Peruvian and Japanese cuisine which sees the likes of mixed ceviche, salmon and tuna tacos, tempura prawns and unagi rolls. For something a bit boozier look no further than the bottomless brunch which comes with unlimited food and free-flowing wines every weekend.
Where: 25 Sheldon Square, W2 6EY
Book now: Ayllu 

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