Best private dining rooms for Christmas parties in London

Elegance and opulence are the name of the game at this glamorous hotel snuggled in Covent Garden. Private dining groups can book its Committee Room for up to 26, or the Library for up to 70. Rest assured it will be transformed into a festive oasis come Christmas time.

Gastro-burger joint Hache Brasseries boasts a spacious private dining room for up to 45 seated guests, which lends itself well to banquet dining. Food is indulgent - think steak cheeseburgers and banoffee pie - and there's a private bar so your guests can eat, drink and be merry in total privacy.

Take your Christmas party to new heights at Duck & Waffle, housed on the 40th floor of the Heron Tower. Boasting the highest private dining room in the country, here you can enjoy spanning city views and a rather stylish backdrop for your festivities.

If you're keen to steer clear of dry turkey and dodgy tinsel this year, how about hosting your Christmas party at elegant Japanese restaurant Niju instead? The private dining room seats 18 guests, while food is overseen by third generation sushi master Endo Kazutoshi, making it a must-try spot for real sushi fans.

With its pastel colour-schemes and eye-catching vistas of Battersea Power Station, art’otel offers six different private function rooms where you can celebrate this year. Host a Christmas party from four to over 100 guests - perfect for parties of every size.

The private dining room at SUSHISAMBA’s Covent Garden outpost is a real stunner, featuring a handmade circular dining table and hand-painted wallpaper. It also comes complete with a private balcony overlooking the Piazza, which is always beautifully decorated around Christmas time. 

For a swanky spot in the heart of the city, 1 Lombard Street pulls out all the stops come Christmas, the perfect venue for those looking to impress. With its detailed columns and eye-catching domed ceiling you can opt for exclusive hire, or choose from one of two dining rooms.

This authentic Tuscan restaurant in the heart of Knightsbridge boasts a charming private dining room for 10, perfect for those looking to throw a more intimate celebration. Enjoy an authentic multi-course dinner with fine Italian wines to see the year out in style.

The private room at The Midland Grand Dining Room is a masterfully-designed space complete with crimson walls, art-deco furnishings and a grand fireplace. Able to seat up to 14 guests, there are few places in London more beautiful for a special dinner. 

If you're tired of yet another year of turkey with all the trimmings, consider a festive dinner with a Chinese-influenced twist at Gouqi, which has two intimate private dining rooms. Menus can be varied based on your desires, but look out for particular highlights like the Peking duck with oscietra caviar or slow-cooked Japanese wagyu.

The original London location of SUSHISAMBA is found 39 floors up at Heron Tower and is famed for its epic views of the capital. The fusion menu of Brazilian, Peruvian and Japanese influence is sure to thrill your guests, while you can also bring some extra festive fun to your evening with adds on such as samba dancers, sake tastings or sushi-making classes. 

Taking up residence in the National Gallery, Ochre offers a timeless space to get a group together and celebrate this Christmas. The private dining room here seats up to 19 of your nearest and dearest, amongst the backdrop of extravagant chandeliers and eye-catching views of Nelson’s Column.

Beloved for its indulgent menus of Mexican and Japanese cuisine, Los Mochis City location could be the perfect spot for Christmas with a bit of a twist. Their private dining room seats up to 22, or 30 standing, with panoramic views of the city to help seal the deal.

Celebrate in style with an evening at Bardo. This iconic St James’s location may be known for its lavish, red velvet surroundings and evenings of live music, but it also offers several private dining spaces for your festivities, each boasting their own unique charm and style.

This homely, five-story townhouse brings charm in spades, offering a cosy, well-lit space that's steeped in history. Host this year’s Christmas party in the Onion Room or Lilly’s Cafe with seated capacity for 25 or 40 people respectively.

For a Christmas party that's a little less traditional, Los Mochis serves up exciting Japanese-Mexican plates in the heart of Notting Hill. For seated events, book one of the two dining rooms (one on each floor), which can accommodate between 50 and 60 guests.

If you’re looking for a central location with a bit of glamour, then why not try Bonzai? This Soho restaurant offers moody, foliage-filled spaces alongside an extravagant menu of Pan-Asian cuisine, as well as a private dining room that can seat up to 25 guests.

Le Petit Beefbar's high-quality steaks and sleek and stylish interiors are a recipe for Christmas party success. You can book out the entire floor for larger parties, but if you’re after private dining spaces, then this one can accommodate up to 20 guests seated, or 25 standing.

The Modern European restaurant Kitchen at Holmes, in Baker Street's Holmes Hotel, offers three set menus for the festive season, at three different price points. Enjoy a range of private dining rooms that can be hired in conjunction for up to 110 guests, or even book a room at the hotel if you're worried about catching the last train home.