The best private dining rooms in London for 25 people

If it’s diner-style sharing platters of nachos, wings, barbecue ribs and burgers you want, look no further than this beloved barbecue joint. Big Easy has sites all over the city these days but Canary Wharf is especially striking, thanks to views of the wharf skyline, and the Captain’s Table - a 26-seater dining room, inspired by the wood-panelled dining rooms found on old 17th century ships.

The Cadogan Arms is fast becoming one of Chelsea’s busiest gastropubs, delivering excellent, uncomplicated pub food in a bustling, wood-panelled pub. Groups booking here have a couple of good options - you can either hire the whole Dining Room in its entirety, or you can check out the Rose Room, which has its own private bar and four hidden-art TVs.

This sleek brasserie is one of London’s most popular French restaurants and for good reason - the sublime cooking manages to pay homage to French classics, without feeling stuffy, and the Maison Francois dessert trolley has become borderline iconic. Head downstairs and you’ll find Frank’s Wine Bar - a moody, industrial-chic Parisian wine bar that sits up to 40 for a special dinner.

Tom Aikens’ intimate Michelin-starred restaurant can be hired for luxurious private dinners, seating 26 guests in its main first-floor dining room across comfortable booth and counter seats. Sit back and watch the chefs create dazzling dishes in the open kitchen, including Tom's signature bread course with homemade chicken and cep butter.

Tucked away in the heart of Richmond, Brindisa Tapas has been around for almost 50 years, specialising in Spanish flavours and working alongside independent producers from the reason to create its menus. The Bodega Bar can seat 24, or 30 with the extension, offering group menus for your next private dinner.

Tucked away just off the main dining space, 6 Hamilton Place’s private Family Room is hidden in plain sight, offering an exclusive space to celebrate with guests. It boasts its own private entrance and bathroom, allowing your dinner to be fully contained, and can be tailored to suit your needs, whether you require floral arrangements, a DJ booth or special equipment.

Volta Do Mar traces the roots of Portuguese cuisine through its trading past, taking cues from dishes in Brazil, Cape Verde, Mozambique, Goa, Japan and beyond. It makes for a fascinating and delicious culinary journey, and the restaurant is nicely styled too, featuring a Portuguese tiled floor and painted canvases on the walls. Ask about exclusive hire of the dining room for groups of up to 40.

We love Galvin La Chapelle, not just one of the most classically beautiful restaurants in London, but also one of the most delicious, thanks to a typical Galvin brothers menu of French-inspired brasserie cooking. The private dining space is lovely too - a semi-private spot under the arches of this Grade-II listed chapel, which sits up to 24 people on three long tables.

The Milestone Hotel boasts a number of cosy private dining rooms for guests, but only one is large enough to seat up to 25 guests. The exquisite Windsor Suite delivers old-school luxury, complete with open fireplace, aged pine-panelled walls and a spectacular chandelier at its centre.

Looking for somewhere central? Heliot Steak House at the Hippodrome Casino is located just off Leicester Square, with two VIP private rooms decorated in a luxe, moody style. Jimmy’s Room can host 20, while the Alma Room can host 30, with silver, gold, or platinum private dining menus starting from just £50 per head.

Bennie’s versatile private dining room offers a neutral backdrop for business meetings, special occasions, family dinners and more. It offers flexible seating set ups for between 20 and 30 guests, plus fine dining menus that champion modern British cuisine. You can even bring your own decorations to dress the space!

Seat 28 of your esteemed guests around one long banquet table in Broadwick Soho’s quirky private dining room. This showstopping space blends Italian opulence with English eccentricity, and is truly one of London’s most unique private rooms. Perched on the eighth floor of the luxury hotel, you’ll also benefit from dazzling views of London while you dine.

Typical modern British cooking meets some lovely contemporary interior design at Rotunda, which as a bonus, is just minutes walk from King’s Cross St Pancras. There’s quality, sustainable British produce throughout the menu, and the bright, airy private dining room seats up to 30.

STK's deep purple accents and moody decor are instantly recognisable, offering a striking backdrop for the ultimate steak dinner. Its restaurant on the Strand boasts a vibey private dining space for up to 30, perfect for celebrations, hen and stag dos, or even a corporate dinner thanks to in-house AV equipment.

Downstairs, The George is a buzzy, atmospheric boozer, but upstairs you’ll find a number of stylish private rooms for hire. Our favourite is the Dining Room, decked out in forest green paint, with period features intact. The food is excellent too, with classic pub grub taken up a notch.

One of central London’s finest gastropubs, Ganymede offers a timeless downstairs dining room for up to 30 seated guests. Elegant decor and natural light set the tone for an exceptional meal, while the talented catering team will work with you to create a bespoke menu that's both refined and indulgent in equal measure.

Drunch sticks to tried and tested trendy archetypes - eggy brunch dishes, small plates and crowd-pleasing sweet treats, as well as a hefty signature cocktail list. The main dining room at Drunch in Regent’s Park is available for exclusive private hire, and comfortably fits 28 people for a celebration gathering and a spot of food.

Louie serves up a unique mix of French and Creole food, and curates a programme of live music throughout the week, so this is a great shout if you want good food with a party atmosphere. The terrace is perfect for groups of 25 - it’s right next to the Alligator Bar, and has a private entrance as well as a retractable glass roof.

The calm and inviting Silver Birch is a perfect match for leafy Chiswick, and the slick modern European cooking is some of the best in west London. There are a couple of smaller private dining rooms but the main dining room is available for exclusive private hire too, and has capacity for up to 36 guests. The team can organise bespoke dishes to suit the occasion too.

Jamie Oliver’s Covent Garden restaurant boasts a beautiful private dining room for up to 36 guests, with a range of seasonal British menus to choose from and plenty of ways to personalise your meal. Seasonal flowers, candles, and beautifully designed menus and place cards are just some of the elegant ways you can elevate your event.

Barrafina Adelaide Street has a beautiful private dining room and an open kitchen where guests can watch the chef at work. The space can seat between 8 to 30 guests, and can host standing drinks and pinxtos receptions for up to 50.

Looking for a space for both a private meal and some killer entertainment? All Star Lanes is just the ticket, offering a private ‘Lodge’ where guests can indulge in tasty food and handcrafted cocktails, followed by bowling and karaoke once your meal is over. You’ll also benefit from a team of dedicated staff, including skilled mixologists who will keep the cocktails flowing all night.

One of Soho’s most iconic restaurants, Quo Vadis specialises in ultra-stylish private dining from its second-floor spaces overlooking Dean Street. The Blue Room can hold 23, or The Marx Room is able to seat 32, while chef legend Jeremy Lee has conjured up a series of menus centred around seasonal British fare. Both rooms boast surround sound Sonos systems, too.