For a Christmas party that dials up the glamour, Isabel in Mayfair offers a bold and beautiful alternative to the usual festive venues. With its golden glow, cinematic interiors and central London location, it’s the kind of place that makes guests feel like they’ve stepped into a scene from a stylish holiday film - albeit one with very good cocktails and no paper hats.
Set on Albemarle Street, Isabel is moments from Green Park and within easy reach of central offices, making it an ideal choice for work Christmas parties, client entertaining or end-of-year celebrations with a difference. The interiors alone are a talking point: gold ceilings, silk jacquard panels, hand-painted wallpaper and soft, flattering lighting that makes every selfie sparkle.
The venue is made for entertaining. The main dining room seats up to 110 guests for a festive feast, or up to 200 for a drinks-led event. The space flows easily from dinner to dancing, with a buzzy bar and a layout designed to keep the party moving. For something more intimate or indulgently late-night, the downstairs Dragon Room offers its own bar, atmospheric lighting and the kind of rich, lounge-like setting that’s perfect for cocktails and music into the early hours.
Food at Isabel is a far cry from turkey and trimmings. Menus can be tailored to suit the occasion, with options like hand-dived scallop with aguachile and samphire, or grilled white asparagus with hollandaise, blackberries and radish to start. For mains, the Champagne risotto with Billecart-Salmon Réserve and gold leaf adds a touch of luxury, while a whole grilled Dover sole or 12-hour beef short rib glazed with bulgogi sauce provide hearty, shareable options. The blackened chicken with carrot purée and rich jus is another crowd-pleaser, full of warming, wintery flavour.
Isabel’s experienced events team can assist with everything from table styling to music and AV, ensuring your Christmas celebration runs smoothly and looks spectacular. Whether you're planning an elegant sit-down dinner, a standing reception with canapés and cocktails, or a full-blown festive blowout, Isabel brings warmth, polish and serious wow-factor to the season.