Private Dining Rooms

Overview

Set in the unique environment of an unmodernised Regency townhouse in London's vibrant Soho district, Gauthier Soho evokes like no other the spirit of London fine dining of an era now long since disappeared.

Passionate service proffering courses within silver cloches, a steaming basement kitchen, sommeliers bringing wine and food partnerships to life with intricate precision, and on three floors above, intimate dining rooms buzzing with discerning diners.

Splice this with the liveliest and most refreshing modern French cooking and a twist of decorative kitsch and you begin to get the idea.

We have four private dining rooms available for hire.

Insider View

Gauthier is the very embodiment of Soho. On the site of the Regency townhouse that was formerly Richard Corrigan’s Lindsay House, this new incarnation has been awarded a Michelin star within a year of its opening. And owner Alexis, (formerly of Roussillon) is keen that the food should be the dominant force.

White walls, white linen table cloths, plain silver cutlery – subtle Japanese silk blinds – it’s all designed to complement the premises, which are packed with character, but not overwhelm the senses.

There’s not a straight floor or wall in this place, and that’s its charm. The walls are crooked, the stairs creak and anyone entering can’t help thinking ‘if only these walls could talk’. There would definitely be some cracking tales to tell.

There are two main restaurant rooms which can be hired for exclusive use. The ground floor smaller dining room seats around 20 or works as a pre-dinner drink and dinner area for around ten. Upstairs, the main dining room has a striking set of silvery antlers, a mirror and a clock on the wall. The rest of the wow factor is left to the kitchen. 

There are also three additional pdrs. The first is the Cellar room – the restaurant’s wine cellar and stacked high on three of its four walls with wines from all over Europe and beyond. It only seats four or five but its dark cosiness makes it perfect for an intimate dinner or clandestine meeting.

On the top floor, up the wonky steps are the two other pdrs seating from four to 16: The Game Room and The Hidden Room. And this is where the fun has been had. The Game room has a boyish feel to it, with French school maps of the UK and ‘colonies’ and eclectic art adorning the walls jostling for space alongside a retro arcade machine.

Next door, the hidden room is like walking into a grandparent’s drawing room – only a grandparent with retro chic taste – not something mine were blessed with. A drum mirror sets the tone, as does the 50s sideboard comfy armchair and two-seater green sofa.

The whole place is awkward, original and fun - and it’s meant to be. You can forget yourself here, be it for a small meeting, casual dinner or celebratory evening with friends. As one of only two Michelin starred restaurants in Soho, it’s also guaranteed to deliver on the food front too.

Alexis Gauthier

How long have you been at the restaurant?

Since we opened it, 1 year ago.

Which was the first restaurant you worked in?

Chantecler Restaurant in Hotel Negresco in Nice.

What was the last London restaurant you went to, apart from your own?

Umu restaurant; it was really good.

Which London restaurant is your favourite and why?

L'atelier de Joel Robuchon - consistently good food in a great atmosphere and very well served.

What or who has been the biggest influence on the way you cook and why?

Alain Ducasse is the man who opened my eyes to good food.

What is your personal signature dish?

Black Truffle Risotto.

Which other chef(s) do you most admire?

Gordon Ramsay for starting from nothing and being now the biggest and most famous chef on the planet.

What’s the best part of your job?

Eating all day without feeling guilty about it!

And the worst?

Long hours and hot kitchen.

What would your last meal be?

A slice of duck foie gras with toastd brioche and a glass of Chateau Yquem.

Do you have a chef’s shortcut that you can share with us?

I rest my roast chicken upside down so the breast remains moist a lot longer!