People will be booking the best private dining rooms in London as the festive season approaches. Get there first, with our guide to London’s best private dining rooms.
Hélène Darroze at The Connaught
Hélène Darroze at The Connaught is a London landmark. The only UK restaurant from the iconic Chef Hélène Darroze, where she brings her love and passion for the Basque region and culinary history to the heart of Mayfair. Sophisticated and seasonable menus showcase the best in ingredient quality and local produce. The three Michelin-starred restaurant offers two unique private dining rooms: The Sommelier’s Table and The Chef’s Table. For those interested in wine, The Sommelier’s table is located in the expansive Connaught wine cellars. The walls are lined with the world’s top vintages, personalised bottles gifted directly from selected vineyards, and many more bottles, each with a unique story the Head Sommelier can walk guests through between courses. Finally, the most immersive private dining experience is at the Chef’s Table. Located directly opposite the pass of the kitchen, downstairs from the main dining room, this 8-person table alone is a work of art. Guests are welcome to watch the artistry of Hélène Darroze at one of the best private dining rooms in London unfold whilst enjoying a private menu and dining experience.
Max capacity: Wine Cellar 6 people, Chef’s Table 8 people
The Cocochine
The exclusively private space at The Cocochine is allocated entirely to the restaurant’s second floor. A stunning 5-metre-high, coffered ceiling, with two large original inset roof lights, bathes the room in natural light during the day. The room has retained its original Sarrasine-styled fireplace with a working fire for colder days and boasts a dedicated kitchen and wine storage. Textural elements of polished stone, soft leather, and warm oak form the room’s bespoke furniture and are further enhanced by a revolving series of curated original artwork from Hamiltons Gallery. With the addition of a 250cm television screen discreetly set within custom-made cabinetry and the option of seating either at the table or the room’s sofas and armchairs, the space provides an elegant backdrop for any occasion for up to 14 guests to meet, mix, dine and relax in private comfort.
Max capacity: 14 people
KOL
KOL combines the finest British ingredients, championing wild food and seasonality to create unique dishes which reflect the bright, fresh flavours of Mexican cooking. The restaurant has one Michelin star and was voted No.23 on The World’s 50 Best Restaurants. ‘The Chef’s Table’ is located downstairs and is inspired by a traditional Oaxacan home, overlooking its own private kitchen with a dedicated team of chefs. The space seats up to 20 guests and offers a seven-course menu. Sample dishes include’ TACO – langoustine, smoked chilli, sea buckthorn and MOLE – purple carrot, coloradito, fermented blackcurrant, and winter truffle.
Max capacity: 20 people
Ikoyi
Ikoyi is a cosmopolitan and contemporary restaurant that is constantly evolving. Since opening in 2017, it has distinguished itself for its bold use of flavour, introducing new and original ingredient combinations and presenting them with indefinable style. Jeremy Chan and Hassan-Odukale have made it their mission to source superlative local produce and serve it in its optimal state. The restaurant builds its own spice-based cuisine around British micro-seasonality. Ikoyi has two Michelin stars and was voted No.42 on The World’s 50 Best Restaurants. This is one of the best private dining rooms in London, designed by Danish architect David Thulstrup, Ikoyi’s private dining room seats up to six guests in private comfort. The menu is a blind tasting, and sample dishes include Turbot, crab bisque & egusi miso and Confit pork agrodolce & curried courgette.
Max capacity:6 people
