Best private dining rooms in Mayfair: Where to go for an impressive group dining experience

When it comes to booking a private dining room, it can be hard to know where to begin the search. But if you're here, then you've narrowed down your search to Mayfair. Whatever the occasion, private dining rooms offer flexible luxury for those looking for a more elevated event, so if you're looking for a private dining room in Mayfair, then we've got you covered. 

Mayfair, one of the swankiest areas in London, boasts an extensive range of private dining rooms suited to any occasion. Be it a corporate event, birthday bash, or 'just because', every single one of these private dining rooms offers seriously exclusive spaces for an unforgettable time. Discover tasting menus and chef’s tables which offer delicious food in a special setting, as well as basement rooms or semi-private spaces that all offer differing levels of privacy. Of course, all of these options guarantee attentive servers to ensure a smooth-flowing experience. Whatever the group’s needs, these private dining rooms don't just meet them, but exceed them.

For groups who want a personal and tailored dining experience, private dining rooms can provide more intimacy, seclusion, and comfort than a regular table in a restaurant would. These special spaces can be a place to relax and let one’s hair down, somewhere to wow and impress, or a unique way to treat a loved one. For those wanting to be close to the action, many of these eateries offer semi-private spaces, allowing for more discretion while also retaining some of the liveliness of a bustling restaurant. There are also myriad options for truly private rooms, for a more subdued and refined atmosphere. Sweeping views, distinctive decor, and elegant service are on offer for both large and small groups alike. Yes, Mayfair’s best private dining rooms really do have something for everyone.

While Mayfair is one of London’s more upmarket neighbourhoods, promising glamour and glitz in spades, there are still more casual alternatives on offer for those wanting to let loose or take it easy. Nevertheless, this list showcases some of the best private dining in Mayfair, with options to suit any and everyone.

Bentley's

What: Bentley’s boasts four elegant private rooms suited to varying dining preferences. The Swallow Library provides cosy seclusion, with a secret hidden street-level entrance and built in bookcases creating a relaxed atmosphere in the bustling heart of Mayfair. This room can be combined with The Swallow Den to become The Swallow Street Rooms, which is perfect for larger and more lively events. Upstairs, the intimate Crustacea Room exhibits chef Richard Corrigan’s personal art collection, and the contemporary Rib Room is a fresh contrast from the more traditional former. Along with this mixed choice of private dining options, Bentley’s serves a variety of menus, including tasting, a la carte, canapes and bowl food.
Where: 11-15 Swallow Street, W1B 4DG
Book Now: Bentley’s

Theo Randall at the InterContinental

What: This eponymous restaurant is headed up by the Michelin-starred Theo Randall, formerly of the River Cafe, so is the perfect choice for those looking for top notch cuisine. There are two private spaces available here, the Puglia and Amalfi Rooms, which can seat 20 and 40 respectively, and can be hired individually or together for a larger event. Sleek wooden walls and comfy bucket chairs create a sophisticated backdrop for your dinner. Opt for canapes, or one of the private dining menus packed full of tuna tartare, burrata, ravioli, lemon tart and plenty more Italian classics.
Where: 1 Hamilton Place, W1J 7QY
Book now: Theo Randall at the InterContinental

Taku

What: Private dining at Taku offers the dining experience of a lifetime. This exclusive 16-seat restaurant, helmed by the renowned chef Wakuya Watanabe, has achieved remarkable acclaim, earning a Michelin star just four months after its opening - a feat which is pretty much unheard of. The private dining menu is omakase, meaning ‘I’ll leave it up to you’, and changes daily according to the locally sourced produce available. Guests can choose from three distinct menus featuring between 17 to 20 meticulously crafted courses: a lunch menu, a signature dinner menu, and a prestigious omakase option.
Where: 36 Albemarle Street, W1S 4JE
Book Now: Taku

Brown's Hotel

What: Brown’s Hotel boasts a grand history, and has hosted many greats over the years, from dignitaries to royals to literature legends. Period finishes and elegant decor are found in each of its private rooms, from the cosy St George’s, which seats up to eight diners, to the largest event space, the Clarendon room, which hosts up to 70 for dinner. The iconic Roosevelt room, named after both Presidents visited the space, can be conjoined with the historic Niagara room, to create an event space which holds up to 120 standing guests. In addition, splendid views of Dover street can be enjoyed from both of the intimate Lord Byron and Graham Bell rooms. Accompanying these antique private spaces, a luxurious seasonal menu that champions British produce and flavour is offered to diners.
Where: 33 Albemarle Street, W1S 4BP
Book Now: Brown’s Hotel

The Maine Mayfair

What: The Maine townhouse aims to bring New England style to the streets of Mayfair, and it certainly delivers. Each of the four rooms evoke a distinctive vibe, perfect for a unique private dining experience. The Brasserie is its stand-out space. Seating up to 90 diners, this grandiose room sets a moody and glamorous tone with its Cabaret theme. Rich colours, flashy chandeliers, dark leather and live music provide large groups with an exclusive experience. Alternatively, The Tavern, nestled inside a brick-vaulted cellar, gives off an intimate speakeasy atmosphere that's better suited to smaller events. Most impressively, its alfresco Terrace seats up to 100 diners, with heaters and covers to ensure a comfortable oasis at any time of year. 
Where: 6 Medici Courtyard, W1S 1JY
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The Beaumont Mayfair

What: This contemporary hotel sits in the heart of Mayfair, bringing a touch of sophistication for your upcoming dinner. Art-deco interiors have been designed by Thierry Despont, with each of its private dining rooms decked out with luxurious wood-panelling and eye-catching portraits. There are several spaces to choose from, including the 30-seater Sargent Room and the 40-person Munnings Room, which can each be arranged into a variety of room layouts. White-clothed tables, high-quality service, and seasonal menus from the hotel’s Colony Grill restaurant make for a seamless private dining experience.
Where: 8 Balderton Street, W1K 6TF
Book now: The Beaumont Mayfair

Corrigan's Mayfair

What: Irish chef Richard Corrigan's Mayfair flagship promises an utterly refined experience in any of its four private dining spaces. Larger parties can dine in the classical Lindsay Room, while those looking to enjoy the buzz of the main dining room can sit in Poet’s Corner, which is partitioned off via a curtain. For more intimate affairs, there’s the clubby Chef’s Table (a luxurious room which benefits from a glass wall overlooking the kitchen), or the intimate Kitchen Library, which places you firmly in the middle of the action, and sees you dine from tasting menus served by the chefs themselves.
Where: 28 Upper Grosvenor Street, W1K 7EH
Book Now: Corrigan's Mayfair

Alain Ducasse at the Dorchester

What: Private dining is designed for moments where you’re looking to impress, and it doesn’t get much more impressive than dining at a three-Michelin starred restaurant by one of the world’s best known chefs. At Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester, there are three private dining rooms to choose from, with the jewel in the crown being the oh-so-romantic Table Lumière, which is festooned with fibre optics dangling from the ceiling. If you’re opting for something a little less intimate, choose the light-filled Salon Park Lane with its high ceilings, or the Salon Privé, a cosy alcove featuring dark green walls studded with thousands of green silk buttons.
Where: The Dorchester Hotel, Park Lane, W1K 1QA
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Aragawa

What: One of Tokyo’s most prestigious, and expensive, restaurants, Aragawa has now arrived in London, taking up a prime piece of real estate in the heart of Mayfair. There’s something rather spectacular about the private dining room at Aragawa, from the rich dark wooden tones, to the long banquet table where you’re bound to impress your guests. The space sits up to 14, offering your own exclusive space, with menus packed full of Japanese fare. The kitchen here is headed up by Daikichi Saito who works alongside steak master, Kazuo Imayoshi, delivering the site’s signature tajima beef. When it comes to private dining, you can work alongside the chefs to create a bespoke menu for your event, catering for different sized groups and budgets.
Where: Clarges Street, W1J 7EN
Book now: Aragawa

1 Hotel Mayfair

What: This contemporary hotel sits in the heart of Mayfair, catering for an array of private dining events. There are nine spaces to choose from, which can accommodate between 15 and 275 guests, from the sophisticated Meadow suite, to the flagship Dovetale restaurant with menus from two Michelin-starred chef Tom Sellers. No matter how you want to cater your event, you’ll find the option here, from breakfast spreads, to a selection of canapes and bowl food, or multi-course set menus. The Piccadilly Greenhouse Suite is particularly spectacular, housed on the eighth floor and offering panoramic views of the city.
Where: 3 Berkeley Street, W1J 8DL
Book now: 1 Hotel Mayfair

NIJU

What: Complete with a bespoke sushi bar, and secret cocktail space, NIJU brings authentic, Japanese cuisine to your next dinner, with menus created by sushi master Endo Kazutoshi. The private dining room at NIJU is curtained off, ensuring complete privacy for you and your guests. With space for up to 16, this exclusive space is dripping with glamour, thanks to the contemporary chandelier and bespoke table decorations which can be organised by the team. Sharing menus are on the cards for a private dinner at NIJU, with the likes of tuna tataki, grilled aubergine, fresh sushi and sashimi, available across the three menus at three different price points.
Where: 20 Berkeley Street, W1J 8EE
Book now: NIJU

Benares

What: Michelin-starred Benares boasts four private dining spaces, including the intimate Chef’s Table which features a glass window looking directly into the kitchen. Equally as intimate, The Sommelier’s Table sees your meal expertly paired with wines while you sit inside Benares’ mightily impressive wine cellar. Elsewhere, larger groups can opt for The Dover or Berkeley Room, each featuring dark wood walls and sepia-coloured prints depicting the holy city of Benares, which the restaurant is named after. On the food side of things, you can expect classic Indian dishes given welcome contemporary twists.
Where: 12a Berkeley Square, W1J 6BS
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Ormer Mayfair

What: Michelin-starred Ormer is found within the exclusive Flemings Hotel, serving up some of the best private dining in the city. Keep things intimate with dinner in the six-seater Tyburn Suite, or host something a bit grander in the Clarges Suite which can accommodate up to 22 guests. Here, you’ll find three- or four-course menus, curated by executive chef Sofian Msetfi, showcasing a set menu of modern European cuisine. Expect dishes like Ibérico ham jelly with parmesan and Bramley apple, and roast beef with smoked potatoes purée and Morteau sausage, with the option to add wine pairings, to make your dinner even more spectacular.
Where: Half Moon Street, W1J 7BH38
Book now: Ormer Mayfair

KOYN

What: Bringing modern Japanese and Thai dining to the heart of Mayfair, KOYN is a two-story space found just off Grosvenor Square. The private dining room here has space for up to 100 guests, making it ideal for larger events. Opt for Asian-inspired canapes for a more casual reception, or delve into a multi-course feast with one of four Taste of KOYN menus, offering the likes of sliced chutoro with sudachi soy, senbei crab with shiso dressing and the chef’s selection of sushi.
Where: 38 Grosvenor Street, W1K 4AG
Book now: KOYN

Nobu Old Park Lane

What: It’s likely you recognise the Nobu name, and for good reason. Having been a staple of the West London dining scene since the 90s and known for hosting extravagant events, Nobu is well equipped to deal with your private dinner. Take a seat in Nobu’s private dining room; a sun-drenched space which can accommodate up to 50 guests. Elsewhere you’ll find options for semi-private hire, or take over the entire space with exclusive venue hire for 200 guests. Nobu’s menus focus on Japanese techniques with South American flavours, offering canapes, or multi-course set menus with the likes of salmon fillet with ponzu, assorted sushi and black cod with miso.
Where: COMO Metropolitan London, W1K 1LB
Book now: Nobu Old Park Lane

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