These Private Dining Rooms Are Perfect For A Festive Feast

London is abundant with restaurants, and anyone would be spoiled for choice when it comes to creating their dream private dinner. But you needn’t spend time sifting through the internet when it comes to planning yours, because we can tell you everything about what one of London’s favourite steakhouses has to offer. High on our list of the best restaurants in London, Hawksmoor ticks all the boxes for a delicious private feast during the festive season.
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Booking a private dining room at Hawksmoor means you and your party will get the very best British fare, with choices to keep everybody happy, as well as your own personal waiter. Got a group in mind? Keep reading for some insider tips on why Hawksmoor is one of our all-time favourite private dining spots…

Why We Love It
A private dining experience at Hawksmoor goes beyond the food (though we’d book for that alone), offering a warm, welcoming atmosphere and an exploration of the produce, from farm to fork. With the informative “steak chat”, the expert-led food commentary Hawksmoor is known for, led by your dedicated waiter, private dining guests gain insight into the different cuts of grass-fed dry-aged beef, boosting appreciation for an already incredible meal.
The full Hawksmoor experience in a group-friendly format.
What’s On The Menu?
A foodie feast like no other, Hawksmoor’s sharing menus capture the essence of their much-loved classic dishes, offering the full Hawksmoor experience in a group-friendly format. They pride themselves on flexibility, tailoring the menu to your party’s specific needs. Vegetarians or vegans in tow? No issues here. Accommodating other dietary requirements is effortlessly arranged.
For the upcoming festive season, Hawksmoor has introduced a special Sharing Menus Festive Package for an unforgettable celebration with friends, family or colleagues – sans the traditional turkey. These feasts feature the finest grass-fed beef and sustainable seafood, along with expertly crafted cocktails, canapés and desserts. The menus showcase both iconic and seasonal dishes, served family-style in cast-iron skillets with their legendary sauces and sides (trust me, you’re going to want a lot of creamed spinach). To personalise your dining experience, you can also choose from additional experiences like champagne receptions, after-dinner drinks, or even gifts for your guests to take home.


High on our list of the best restaurants in London.
The Private Rooms
Hawksmoor’s private dining rooms offer a choice of characterful settings for a memorable meal. In London, choose from dedicated spaces at Guildhall, Wood Wharf, Spitalfields and Borough. We’ve broken down the finer details to help you decide which option is right for you.
For an immersive dining experience…
Hawksmoor Borough boasts an open kitchen where you can watch the chef in action as they prepare your meal. With space for 22 guests, it’s no surprise that foodies flock here.
For a city celebration…
At slick, wood-panelled Guildhall, private dining is available for all occasions, from corporate meetings in the heart of the city, to festive group dining for up to 22 people.
For a larger dinner party…
If your party’s a much larger affair, the Spitalfields restaurant provides a private dining area with space for up to 55 people.
For a unique dining experience…
Keen to tick Hawksmoor’s newest London location off your bucket list? The private dining room at Hawksmoor Wood Wharf is named after local legend Queenie Watts, the self-confessed “bawdy land-
lady” of the Iron Bridge Tavern on the Isle Of Dogs. Seating up to 20 people and housed in an eco-friendly floating pavilion in Canary Wharf’s riverside neighbourhood, the venue gently rises and falls with the tide, creating a completely unique atmosphere.
For bigger festive bashes…
If you’re after a much larger gathering, The Lowback at Wood Wharf, Hawksmoor’s waterside bar has capacity for up to 230 standing guests – the ideal setting for a glamorous evening of canapés on the waterfront.

How To Book
Want to experience one of Hawksmoor’s private dining rooms for yourself this Christmas? To enquire or make a booking, contact the team directly at privatedining@thehawksmoor.com or visit thehawksmoor.com/private-dining.
We’ve partnered with Hawksmoor to offer a free champagne reception for any private dining bookings made in their Wood Wharf venue by 13th November 2023. Find out more here.