Where To Go For A Christmas Party With Friends
Whether you’re looking for a cosy winter retreat, an opulent fine dining experience, or a lively bar to celebrate with seasonal cocktails, London offers endless options to suit your vibe. Here’s a roundup of the best spots to host your Christmas party with friends in the capital.
Bocconcino
Bocconcino’s spaces in Soho and Mayfair are lovely settings for group dining from intimate gatherings to large celebrations. Bocconcino can accommodate groups of up to 80 guests, plus the Sotto dining room in Soho can be booked for private events. Accommodating up to 25 seated guests or 30 standing, this stylish space comes with its own bar, DJ booth, and sound system. The specially curated Christmas menus feature a selection of three or four-course options starting from £70 per head, and showcase the finest Italian cuisine, including fresh seafood, hand-crafted pasta, wood-oven pizza, and succulent grilled meats.
Where: Soho and Mayfair
Website: www.bocconcinorestaurant.co.uk
Taj 51 Buckingham Gate
Whether it is an intimate dinner gathering or a grand corporate party, the team at Taj 52 Buckingham Gate can tailor your event for a memorable festive celebration. From an unmissable Christmas Day menu at TH@51 and House of Ming to the Secret Garden afternoon tea Christmas special at Kona, each of the hotel’s dining spaces offers its own unique festive experience.
From an intimate dinner with friends to a corporate party, Taj 52 Buckingham Gate can tailor your event.
Where: 51 Buckingham Gate, SW1E 6AF. London
Website: www.taj51buckinghamgate.co.uk
Grace & Favour at Great Scotland Yard Hotel
Grace & Favour, an exclusive festive hideaway at the Great Scotland Yard Hotel, is the ideal setting for private Christmas parties, whether for colleagues, clients, or friends. Expect hand-selected wines, crafted cocktails, and exceptional service, and for an added touch of flair, you can even for a Peaky Blinders-inspired theme party, bringing a dash of 1920s glamour to the party.
where: 3-5 Great Scotland Yard, London, SW1A 2HN
website: www.hyattexperiences.com
Sanderson London
Sanderson London sets the scene for the perfect festive event with the gang. Whether you’d like to gather your family, friends, or colleagues for a delicious seasonal feast, host an intimate gathering within the Terrace Room, or throw the most decadent of parties in The Gallery, the hotel has just the space for you in the heart of Oxford Circus.
Where: 50 Berners Street, Fitzrovia, London, W1T 3NG
Kerridge’s Bar & Grill
If you’re looking for elegantly appointed private dining rooms to host a Christmas celebration, Kerridge’s Bar & Grill at Corinthia London has enough space for 16 guests. Expect an excellent menu, presented by Michelin-starred chef Tom Kerridge that puts a twist on British classics.
Expect an excellent menu, presented by Michelin-starred chef Tom Kerridge that puts a twist on British classics.
Where: Whitehall Place, London SW1A 2BD
Website: www.corinthia.com
Lio London
This is a fun one if you’re looking for something more than just a dinner and drinks. Lio London has a spectacular winter show called The JukeBox, that promises to be a whirlwind of iconic pop hits, world-class performances and incredible food curated by Michelin-starred Executive Chef Andreu Genestra. The menu includes highlights like beef ribeye with Madeira jus, roasted cauliflower in creamy green curry with dukka, and the exquisite Lío sea festival, a shared feast of sashimi, scallops, and caviar. This is one Christmas party you’re not going to forget any time soon.
where: 3-4 Coventry St, London W1D 6BL
website: www.liolondon.co.uk
The Spaniards Inn
Christmas is always special at Hampstead’s The Spaniards Inn, and this year there’s a five-course Christmas Day menu which includes spiced parsnip and sweet potato soup; pheasant, chicken and pear terrine; hand carved turkey breast and Christmas pudding with cointreau butter and chocolate truffles to end the meal.
Christmas is always special at Hampstead’s The Spaniards Inn, and this year there’s a five-course Christmas Day menu.
Where: Spaniards Road, Hampstead, London, Greater London, NW3 7JJ
Website: www.thespaniardshampstead.co.uk
Andaz London Liverpool Street
Andaz London Liverpool Street boasts a historic setting with stunning modern and classic interiors and an array of stunning event spaces in the city of London. From a grand Victorian ballroom to modern and bespoke studios, the meeting and event spaces are conveniently situated above Liverpool Street station to offer an array of conference and event requirements. From fresh local ingredients that reflect the season to mindfully served local flavours, menus ensure events bring all the senses to life, especially through the live cooking stations. Highlights include the 1901 ballroom in Andaz London that dates back to the year that gives it its name and offers an impressive dramatic backdrop for social events and conferences. Alternatively, the incredible atmospheric setting of the original Grecian-style hidden Masonic Temple is one of London’s most unique spaces, which dates back to 1912 and is considered one of the greatest masonic temples of its time – as the magnificent marble, zodiac gold ceiling, and original masonic thrones testify.
Where: 40 Liverpool St, London EC2M 7QN
Website: www.hyatt.com
The Little Violet Door
Located just off Carnaby Street, step behind the statement violet door into the colourful sitting room to enjoy canapés and cocktails by the Christmas tree. The ultimate house party destination, The Little Violet Door has a game room where you can play board games and Mario Kart, or rummage through the fancy dress wardrobe. Plus, don’t miss the kitchen disco.
Where: 9 Kingly St, Carnaby,
London W1B 5PH
Website: www.thelittlevioletdoor.co.uk
The Pem
One of the most gorgeous Christmas party venues in London, The Pem is known for its exceptional dining experiences and atmospheric red and pink interiors – the perfect combination for a Christmas party to remember. Book The Harben Room to kick off the festive season – an elegant, discreet and intimate space seating up to 20 guests – and indulge in a fully bespoke menu to celebrate with your loved ones.
Where: 22-28 Broadway, London SW1H 0BH
Website: www.thepemrestaurant.com
The Grill by Tom Booton
If you’re looking for hearty menus and a vibrant festive atmosphere, The Grill by Tom Booton at The Dorchester is a great place to celebrate the spirit of the season. From a festive set lunch menu served from November 11th onwards to Christmas eve dinner and Chritmas day lunch, you’ll be wise to book your table soon as these spots get reserved early on.
If you’re looking for hearty menus and a vibrant festive atmosphere, The Grill by Tom Booton at The Dorchester is a great place.
Where: The Dorchester, 53 Park Ln, London W1K 1QA
Website: www.dorchestercollection.com
The Montague On The Gardens Ski Lodge
Looking for a unique way to celebrate the festive season in London? Look no further than the Ski Lodge – London’s original ski lodge and winter party venue. Every year, The Wood Deck at the Montague is transformed into a magical ski lodge with pine trees, falling snow, reindeer, snowmen, ski racks, piste maps, and strings of fairy lights and lanterns. The centrepiece is a bar serving a selection of beverages, including Schnapps and flavoured vodkas. To help combat the cold and lightly drifting snowflakes, guests can enjoy delicious candied pecans, mulled wine, hot spiced cider, mugs of steaming hot chocolate cocktails, and big woolly rugs to keep you lovely and snug. There’s also their log cabin – an intimate and atmospheric space complete with a festive bar, a Christmas tree, and beautiful centrepieces. Nestle down in cosy armchairs and sofas and enjoy a drink in front of a flickering fire.
Where: 15 Montague St, London WC1B 5BJ
Website: www.montaguehotel.com
BÓHA London
BÓHA London on King’s Road, offers spaces and bespoke private dining options to cater to festive celebrations big and small. Visit The Shibeen, the restaurant’s 1920’s inspired cocktail lounge, where the team creates hand-crafted cocktails perfect for a night out with friends or an intimate date night.
BÓHA London on King’s Road offers spaces and bespoke private dining options to cater to festive celebrations.
Where: 562 King’s Rd, London SW6 2DZ
Website: www.bohalondon.com
