Burns Night 2025: 15 of the best suppers in London

A day held fondly in the heart of any Scot – plus all and any adoptive Scot – is Burns Night, the country’s official unofficial national day. While St Andrew’s Day might mark the calendar as the formal celebrations of Alba, Burns Night is when the main magic really happens.

On the 25 January each year the Scottish poet Robert Burns is celebrated in all his artistic glory. Giving him his appropriate dues, the day is filled with haggis, neeps, and tatties and usually a little bit of ceilidh dancing too, for good measure. Those who are happy to be out and about partying can expect a traditional three course meal – typically bookended by something like Cullen skink soup and a smoky cranachan pud – as well as a dram or two.

While of course the very best Burns Night celebrations are to be had in Scotland, with Edinburgh hosting many a soiree, the best place in England for a right royal knees-up is certainly London. The UK’s capital has taken it upon itself to create a home from home for any revellers who choose to get stuck into a night of merrymaking. From fine dining, fancy dinners through to rough and rustic slap-up meals, Burns Night in London has something for everyone.

If it’s your first-time celebrating Burns Night in London then you’re in for a treat, and may we suggest a dress code of wearing something tartan for the evening. Other optional extras include finding a deep-fried Mars bar somewhere, partaking in a dram or three and of course indulging in a glass of Irn Bru to keep energy levels up. Guests are typically also encouraged to perform at Burns Night suppers, by showing off their Scottish country dancing, reciting a classic poem or presenting a song. If you have a hidden talent, now’s the time to dust it off and take a moment to shine.

When is Burns Night 2025?

Burns Night falls on the 25 January every year, which means it'll be celebrated on Saturday 25 January in 2025. 

The Wolseley & Wolseley City, St James's and City of London

What: Immaculate, traditional Burns Night cooking and bespoke Singleton 12 year cocktails are in store for anyone who visits The Wolseley or The Wolseley City on 25 January, not to mention lots of live bagpiping and drumming from the London Scottish Regiment (one of the oldest pipe bands in the world). Both locations are magnificent inside too, so this promises to be a memorable night.
Where: 160 Piccadilly, W1J 9EB; King William Street, EC4N 7HR
Book now: The Wolseley; The Wolseley City

The English Grill at The Rubens at the Palace, Victoria

What: Restaurants don’t get much more luxurious than the opulent English Grill at The Rubens at the Palace, a mere stonesthrow from Buckingham Palace itself. The restaurant is really pushing the boat out for Burns Night this year with a six course dinner, including a grilled lobster salad, a traditional haggis main, as well as cranachan and a Stornoway black pudding sausage roll. £120 per person includes all your food, as well as paired drinks courtesy of The Glenturret.
Where: 39 Buckingham Palace Road, SW1W 0PS
Book now: The English Grill at The Rubens at the Palace

Rotunda, Kings Cross

What: Rotunda has you covered with its infamous Burns Night celebration that’s filled with whisky, Scottish fare, and plenty of live entertainment. Kick things off with a whisky cocktail, followed by a Glengoyne whisky tasting, then dig into a traditional three-course menu of cullen skink, haggis, neeps and tatties and a cranachan trifle - it’s not one to miss. This is one for the Burns Night purists.
Where: 90 York Way, N1 9AG
Book now: Rotunda

Origin City, Farringdon

What: With a family farm in Argyll Scotland, you can expect all meat to come straight from the source, and seafood to come from the sister aquafarm (Loch Fyne Oysters anyone?). To further bring a taste of the Highlands to the capital, the team are putting together a four course meal with classics like clootie dumpling for pud, a whisky welcome cocktail, and an address to the haggis. For a proper Burns Night that knows what it’s talking about, Origin is an essential.
Where: 12 West Smithfield, EC1A 9JR
Book now: Origin

Bentley’s Oyster Bar & Grill, Mayfair

What: Bentley’s is always a popular Burns Night destination, as Irish chef Richard Corrigan is always ready to throw a celebration for his fellow Celts. Resident piper Maggie McNaulty will be playing a traditional haggis address as usual, and you can expect a very Scottish cèilidh and a boatload of traditional, delicious food, from cullen skink and roast Orkney scallops to Highland venison loin with traditional accompaniments.
Where: 11-15 Swallow Street, W1B 4DG
Book now: Bentley’s Oyster Bar & Grill

The Cadogan Arms, Chelsea

What: Possibly one of the grandest pubs to grace the city, The Cadogan Arms has always been capable of pulling customers from far and wide, and we expect Burns Night to be no different. The team have curated a four-course menu of Scottish fare to celebrate the life and poetry of Robert Burns. The star of the show comes in the form of a lovely piece of Highland Wagyu beef, with traditional accompaniments of neeps, tatties, haggis, and whisky sauce, with equally enticing dishes falling either side of the main. There's a dram of Singleton 12 year into the bargain, to whet your whistle. ‘Sláinte Mhath’ to that!
Where: 298 King’s Road, SW3 5UG
Book now: The Cadogan Arms

Barge East, Hackney

What: Moored up in Hackney Wick, Barge East allows you to enjoy a celebratory meal on a historic barge, which is as about as far from mundane as you can get - perfect for a January pick-me-up. Stop by (or be safe and book a seat) from the 24-26 January this year and you’ll be treated to a four-course menu of classic Scottish fare with a twist. Think cullen skink, haggis with neeps and tatties, and a classic cranachan to finish, plus whisky aplenty. Playing second fiddle to the feast is a side of live music, poetry and the mandatory address to the haggis.
Where: White Post Lane, E9 5EN
Book now: Barge East

Home SW15, Putney

What: If you live in south west London, Rebecca Mascarenhas's two restaurants - Home SW13 in Barnes and Home SW15 in Putney - are some of the best eateries in the area. Co-owner Craig Gordon and general manager Alan Parry are both proud Scots who plan on making a song and a dance of Burns Night this year! On 24 January, both sites will be serving a six course menu (£75 a head) featuring the likes of a sausage roll with posh broon’ sauce, Loch Duart salmon pâté with tattie scones, and an Irn Bru Calippo to round off proceedings. 
Where: 146 Upper Richmond Road, SW15 2SW
Book now: Home SW15

Boisdale of Belgravia

What: Tartan upholstery? Check. A lively atmosphere? Check? A bar stocked with the world’s best whiskies? Check. Boisdale of Belgravia is one of London’s only Scottish restaurants, and as such is a popular spot for people looking for an authentic experience in the heart of the capital. All week from 20 January the restaurant will be offering diners a four-course meal accompanied by an address to the haggis and some good old fashioned bagpiping. The fourth course here is a haggis made from Dumfriesshire Blackface lamb accompanied by neeps, tatties and liquor, while starters include the choice of things like smoked salmon; Stornoway black pudding scotch egg and carpaccio of Highland beef with truffle mayo. Mains run from a wild venison steak through to Boisdale fish pie, with options such as traditional steamed clootie dumpling for pudding. Plus, there's an added bonus in the form of live music. 
Where: 15 Eccleston Street, SW1W 9LX
Book now: Boisdale of Belgravia

Carousel, Fitzrovia

What: Carousel is no stranger to an epic Burns Night event, with Tomás Gormley (of Michelin-starred Heron, Skua and Cardinal) returning for a third year to dish up some exceptional modern Scottish cooking. This year Tomás takes the helm for an extra special evening of first-class food, live entertainment and plenty of Aberfeldy Highland single malt whisky. Expect luxurious dishes like Belhaven lobster tail, poached in lobster shell-infused butter, smoked over old Mac Talla whiskey barrel staves, served with Pink Fir potatoes, lime gel, and a velvety bisque - it's not one to be missed. Tickets are available for dinner from 21 to 25 January. 
Where: 19-23 Charlotte Street, W1T 1RW
Book now: Carousel

Mount St. Restaurant, Mayfair

What: One of London’s most fabulous dining rooms is hosting a Burns Night to remember, with Jamie Shears cooking up Orkney scallops with smoked haddock hash, Highland venison with neeps and tatties, and a raspberry and almond tipsy laird from 20-25 January. This is one for the foodies - Mount St. is one of our absolute favourites.
Where: 41-43 Mount Street, W1K 2RX
Book now: Mount St. Restaurant

Acme Fire Cult, Dalston

What: To celebrate Burns Night this year, Acme Fire Cult is putting on a spread in collaboration with Ardbeg Whisky, where you can tuck into three courses from chef Andrew Clarke, alongside bespoke Ardbeg drinks. The menu will consist of the likes of Tamworth pork belly, roast Highland beef and chicken thigh, all cooked over fire in Acme Fire Cult's inimitable style. Plus, of course, neeps and tatties galore, and even a special whole haggis with whisky sauce available too.
Where: Abbot Street, E8 3DP
Book now: Acme Fire Cult

Bourne & Hollingsworth, Clerkenwell

What: The pretty, Instagrammable surrounds of Bourne & Hollingsworth in Clerkenwell will be playing host to an impressive party on the 25 and 26 January, offering guests indulgent Scottish fare and a whole lot of entertainment. In 2025, you can expect a banquet, whisky tasting, live entertainment and plenty of Ceilidh dancing. Ticket prices vary depending on what you're after, with whisky tastings and Ceilidh dancing starting at £45 per person, and the Burns Night banquet with a welcome cocktail reception and multicourse dinner coming in at £95. The haggis will be addressed and toasted – of course – and there’ll be a recital of the Selkirk Grace. Following the feast, everyone will join in singing a rendition of Auld Lang Syne before finishing things off with a traditional jig or two during the evening's ceilidh celebrations.
Where: 42 Northampton Road, EC1R 0HU
Book now: Bourne & Hollingsworth

Ham Yard Hotel, Soho

What: Providing a taste of the Highlands every year, the Ham Yard Hotel in the heart of London’s west end is putting on a special Scottish menu come the 24 January (Ham Yard's annual Burn's Night dinner actually takes place on the day before this year). Luxury whisky pairings come via The Macallan this year, which sounds very inviting already before we get to the predictably excellent food. A five course menu includes Loch Fyne smoked salmon with lemon, heather honey and rye toast, pear and almond tart with cranachan crumb and treacle cream, and a venison Wellington with burnt onions, kale, and Oloroso sherry jus, which is paired with a fabulous 18 year old Macallan aged in oak sherry casks. Where do we sign?
Where: 1 Ham Yard, W1D 7DT
Book now: Ham Yard Hotel

The White Horse, Parsons Green

What: The White Horse is a Fulham institution and known for being the busiest spot in Parsons Green - you’ll often find pub-goers spilling out onto the street in the height of summer - so it comes as no surprise that they hold a decent Burns Night celebration too. To celebrate Scotland's favourite poet Robert Burns, the team are offering an indulgent three course meal of all the classics, along with a whisky flight that includes Glenmorangie, Johnnie Walker and Talisker. 
Where: 1-3 Parsons Green, SW6 4UL
Book now: The White Horse

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