Best private dining rooms in London for 10 people

Pizarro is namesake Jose's smarter establishment in Bermondsey (head to Jose for more of a bustling tapas vibe). The tiled and wood-panelled dining room is utterly charming, not to mention, this is one of the best Spanish restaurants in the capital. 

If you want a room with jaw-dropping views, you really can’t go wrong with the Yi room at Shangri-La The Shard. Yi overlooks the Thames through floor-to-ceiling windows from The Shard’s eastern edge, with capacity for 12 very lucky guests.

This stylish do-it-all Clapham bistro is an extremely popular private venue for dinners and celebrations - those hosting an intimate gathering should book the 14-capacity private dining room on the ground floor.

Ginza is a sleek, sophisticated Japanese restaurant between Mayfair and St James’s - perfect for occasions where you want to impress. Nab the largest of the private dining rooms, which has room for 12, but for smaller occasions the six-seater teppanyaki counter is great fun.

Luxurious and foliage-laden Zuaya is an Instagrammers dream, and it offers a range of private spaces as well as classy Latin-American plates. The jungle-like private dining room seats 10 exactly, and you’re separated from the restaurant by plush velvet curtains.

Brindisa offers just the sort of easy-going Iberian food you want whilst you're exploring the newly renovated Battersea Power Station. As well as the main restaurant, the private dining room seats up to 12, and doubles as an excellent corporate lunch meeting space by day, and a cosy chef's table at night.

The Stafford is the place if you’re looking for timeless charm. The hotel’s Argyll Room is perfect for cosy groups of 10, offering a magnificent old room, flooded with daylight and featuring original wood-panelling and a marble fireplace, as well as outstanding classic cooking.

Historic and acclaimed Mosimann’s is overflowing with gorgeous private dining rooms, but the chrome-accented 12-seater Lalique is one of our favourites. Or ask about the Windsor Room, which features a collection of Royal memorabilia.

As far as private dining rooms go, L’Oscar is a pretty special one. Wood panelled walls, velvet furnishings and peacock paintings add to the luxe feel of this place, with various sizes available meaning there’s an option for every occasion.

The Railway Pub in Putney is a traditional boozer that’s been brought back to life by the latest owners, from its sophisticated decor to the impressive food and drinks menu. The Snug room makes for an ideal space for intimate dinner parties with your nearest and dearest.

Restaurants don’t come more glamorous and historic than The Wolseley, which combines British heritage with European grandeur. The art deco private dining room is particularly beautiful, overlooking the main restaurant and boasting its own private staircase so you can be well and truly hidden away.

If you’re looking to dine somewhere with a bit of history, the Great Northern Hotel is the perfect place to start. It’s taken residence at the same spot since 1845 and despite some refurbishments still has plenty of character and charm.

Colourful Latin-American restaurant Inca London is famous for colourful food and entertainment. The private dining room provides on both fronts, as it packs a club-ready Funktion One sound system, DJ booth and private bar.

Think pink when you book a private dining room at Akoya, because this picture perfect private dining room is decked out in our favourite hue. From suede pink sofas, to matching napkins and plenty of marble table tops in between.

A relaxed atmosphere and elegant food makes La Terrazza a popular private dining spot, and smaller groups have a choice of two very different rooms: the chic Bohemia room; or the Living Wall Bar - an intimate cigar and whisky bar perfect for drinks parties with snacks.

Ormer at Flemings Mayfair offers a choice of three different private dining rooms, each with their own unique style, so there’s something for everyone. The food is equally as decadent as the interiors; expect a tasting menu of seasonal produce from local suppliers and the kitchen garden.

This famously characterful boutique hotel in Clerkenwell has a couple of private dining rooms, but the 12-seater Dining Room is perfect for smaller groups. Crimson walls and atmospheric lighting really brings a feeling of opulence and theatre to dinner here.

We love Hawksmoor's grand interiors and the Borough location has some of the group's best design touches. Plus, Hawksmoor always delivers on the food and drink front too, with steaks cooked to perfection and some of the classiest cocktails in the business.

Corrigan’s is beloved for outstanding cooking and a collection of characterful private dining rooms, so you really can’t go wrong here. Head to the stylish 14-seater chef’s table or gorgeous semi-private Poet’s Corner and enjoy some of the best modern British cooking in London.

Cinnamon Kitchen City breathes new life into this old Devonshire Square warehouse, bringing Vivek Singh’s time-honoured cooking to the fore. The private dining room is stylish, and features a cinema screen-sized window into the kitchen so you can see all the drama of a busy service.

Named after a greengrocer who originally owned the site, Arthur Hooper’s sits in the heart of bustling Borough Market, and serves easy-going Mediterranean small plates alongside a brilliant wine selection. Upstairs you’ll find the 12-seater Fruit & Veg Room, with enormous windows overlooking the market.

Kahani’s private dining room exudes opulence with royal blue velvet, plush curtains (to give extra privacy), and gold accents throughout. To eat, you’ll find a menu that combines the best of British ingredients with Indian flavours and cooking techniques.

Pan Pacific is synonymous with luxury, and its flagship restaurant Straits Kitchen has two private dining rooms that are perfect for groups of 10. Come for classy, modern Singaporean all-day dining and cocktails.

Duck & Waffle is famous for high-rise dining and great views, and this lovely private diner comes with it's own floor-to-ceiling window so you can gaze out over London whilst you dine.

The Stablehand has long been frequented by famous politicians, from Tony Blair to Winston Churchill, but everyone’s welcome here. Catch up with friends over a delicious meal in one of the two private dining rooms that are full of character with dark wood panelling, velvet furnishings and older pub details.

Located upstairs, above the charming streets of Chelsea, The Roque Room is a sophisticated space for up to 10 guests, decorated with warm tones and a large oval table. There’s also an adjoining lounge for those who wish to relax with a drink before or after your meal.

Farzi Café is well-known for avant-garde cooking and tableside theatrics, so the private dining room is perfect for an occasion with a bit of fun. You’ll fit 10 people max into the ground floor room, and you won’t find Farzi Cafe’s unique food anywhere else.

Few private dining rooms boast quite the same grandeur and location as Ochre, which has you dining on modern European small plates in the iconic National Gallery. The room itself is a cosy 16-seater, with unmatched views of St Martin-in-the-Fields and Nelson’s Column.