The best exclusive hire restaurants in London

Glamorous Bocconcino Soho makes a statement as soon as you enter - the gleaming terrazzo flooring, marble bar and moody lighting makes this perfect for special events where you want a venue to impress your guests. The stylish Italian menu has something for everyone too.

For an intimate private party with plenty of character, Bar Kroketa Soho offers full venue hire for up to 65 seated or 80 standing guests. Primely placed in the heart of Soho, this cosy space can be transformed for all kinds of celebrations, with a menu boasting Spanish small plates and the site’s signature croquetas - with flavours including king prawn and black squid ink.

Offering great quality Indian fine dining at an attractive price point, Pravaas promises seasonal menus that offer up a journey through the traditions of authentic South Asian cuisine. With a capacity of up to 30 guests, exclusive hire at Pravaas is suited to all events whether it be a corporate gathering or social celebration. As for the food, think wasabi chicken tikka, lamb sukke, and indulgent dal makhani.

One of London’s most iconic restaurants, the OXO Tower is guaranteed to leave a lasting impression on your guests, especially if you hire the whole shebang. The events team here are incredibly experienced and helpful too, so no event or request is too much. Exclusive hire of the whole Tower (including the restaurant, bar and brasserie) gives you room for up to 750 guests, making OXO Tower perfect for everything from big parties to product launches, awards dinners and more.

Paris meets London at 74 Duke, where trattoria-style tables line the pavement, fine French wine fills the cellar, and caviar is a must-order. Spread across two-floors, this chic brasserie can be hired exclusively for up to 150 standing or 111 seated - perfect for cocktail parties and sophisticated dinners as well as client entertaining and corporate events.

Situated in the heart of Marylebone, Mour is a stylish Mediterranean-inspired restaurant with contemporary interiors, polished touches and a warm atmosphere. Accommodating up to 130 guests across a main restaurant, bar and outdoor courtyard, Mour is perfect for milestone birthdays, summer parties and food-led celebrations. 

Big Easy Covent Garden is all about lively, laid-back fun with its vibrant menus packed full of BBQ classics straight from the grill. Here, you can take over the entire space for up to 350 guests standing or 220 banquet-style, and host an event with live music and plenty of atmosphere.

Known for its beautiful canopy featuring colourful textiles and hanging planters, as well as a menu jam packed with modern Indian dishes that reference the busy markets and ancient trade routes, Cinnamon Bazaar is all about colour and energy. The main restaurant hosts up to 65 for banquets, or 85 for standing events, complete with attentive service and an effortless feel. 

Agrodolce is a warm and elegant Italian restaurant in Fitzrovia serving handcrafted Roman dishes, classic cocktails and custom wine pairings. Where better to host a celebration? Everything from corporate events to family celebrations are welcomed here, while the friendly team are more than happy to tailor the occasion to your needs. 

The beauty of exclusive hire of Arcade Battersea (or indeed, Arcade Tottenham Court Road) is that you have all the food and facilities of this fantastic food hall at your fingertips. When it comes to the catering you can build a bespoke menu from any of vendors that are part of Arcade, and the hall has lots of interesting spaces too, including a pool room and a private bar.

1 Lombard Street is a bit of a City institution, thanks largely to excellent European cooking and a hefty drinks list. The Grade-II listed former banking hall looks the part too, and houses up to 450 guests when hired in its entirety.

There are numerous options inside the glitzy art’otel at Battersea Power Station, but special mention has to go to Henrique Sa Pessoa’s glorious Portuguese restaurant JOIA, which inhabits the top two floors. Choose between the stunning art deco JOIA Bar, which boasts huge panoramic windows and impressive views of the renovated power station, and JOIA restaurant itself.

Looking for an effortlessly cool venue to host a birthday party, engagement drinks or milestone occasion? Sune - just steps from Broadway Market - is a chic little European-inspired restaurant serving a lip-smacking array of charred flatbreads, Tamworth pork chops and more. The restaurant welcomes up to 70 guests, with set menus and drinks packages available.

Whilst there are plenty of restaurants available for exclusive hire, there aren’t many as glamorous as Isabel. This iconic Mayfair haunt is decked to the nines with its gold detailing, and bold, cinematic interiors. Full venue hire includes the main restaurant and elusive Dragon Room, with space for up to 200.

Tucked away in the heart of Fitzrovia, Bennie offers a stylish and versatile restaurant that’s available for full exclusive hire. With modern European menus and a chic industrial interior, it’s ideal for all occasions. Choose between several food and drink packages from canapes to multi-course feasts for the full experience.

PJ's Chelsea Brasserie has anchored Chelsea's social scene on Fulham Road for over three decades. Exclusive hire spans two levels for up to 150 standing or 120 seated, including the ground-floor bar and three-sided mezzanine balcony.

Wood panelling, brass fittings and stained glass windows set the scene, while live music, entertainment and bespoke menu planning can be arranged.

For larger private events, Bar Kroketa Broadgate offers a flexible blank canvas for groups of up to 100, with capacity for a few more if you include the al fresco terrace. Guests can choose from pre-arranged group packages or build their own menu, with sharing boards featuring tapas-style favourites such as padron peppers, patatas bravas, and plenty of croquetas.