Private Dining Rooms in London for Up to 6 Guests
London has a surprisingly good choice of intimate private dining rooms for very small groups, including restaurant dining rooms, chef’s tables, wine rooms and other private spaces suitable for up to six guests.
A private room for two, four or six people can make a business lunch, client dinner, anniversary, birthday or other special occasion feel considerably more personal, while providing privacy away from the main restaurant.
Private Dining Rooms (PDR) brings together private dining venues across London for different party sizes. If you would like some help finding somewhere suitable, PDR’s free Venue Finding Service can recommend venues according to your guest numbers, preferred location, occasion and budget.
Private Dining Rooms for 2, 4 or 6 Guests
Finding a genuinely private dining room for a very small group can sometimes require a little more searching than finding one for a larger party.
Many restaurant private rooms are designed for ten, twenty or more guests, but London also has intimate rooms and spaces that work particularly well for just two, four or six people.
For a group this small, the proportions of the room matter. A room designed specifically for six guests will usually feel more intimate than a much larger private dining room being used by a small party.
When comparing venues, check both the maximum capacity and whether there is a minimum number of guests or minimum spend for exclusive use.
Intimate Private Dining for Special Occasions
A small private dining room can be particularly appealing for an anniversary, birthday, family dinner, wedding proposal or other occasion where privacy and atmosphere are important.
With only a handful of guests, the character of the room becomes a significant part of the experience. Some restaurants have beautifully designed small dining rooms, while others offer wine rooms or secluded spaces with their own distinctive atmosphere.
For a particularly special occasion, consider the style of restaurant and room as well as the menu. A room with a view, an unusual setting or particularly attentive service may be worth prioritising over maximum space.
Areas such as Mayfair, Soho and Covent Garden offer plenty of restaurants for intimate dinners in central London.
Private Dining for Small Business Meetings
Private dining rooms for up to six guests can also work particularly well for discreet business lunches, client dinners, interviews and small meetings.
A private room provides somewhere to talk without the noise and interruptions of the main restaurant, while offering a less formal environment than a conventional meeting room.
For business dining, consider whether the table and seating arrangement are suitable for conversation or a meeting before the meal. If laptops or presentations are involved, check Wi-Fi, power points and whether a screen can be provided if required.
Location can be particularly important when bringing together a small number of busy guests. The City of London, Mayfair and Fitzrovia all offer private dining options within easy reach of London’s principal business areas.
Chef’s Tables and Alternative Private Dining
For a group of up to six, a conventional private room is not the only option.
Some restaurants offer chef’s tables where a small number of guests can dine close to the kitchen and watch the chefs at work. Others have wine rooms, kitchen tables or secluded dining spaces designed specifically for small groups.
These can provide a more distinctive experience than a traditional private room, particularly for guests with a strong interest in food.
However, not every chef’s table or secluded dining space is completely private, so check the arrangement with the venue if exclusivity is important.
Tables and Seating for Up to 6 Guests
For a very small private dinner, table shape can have a noticeable effect on the atmosphere.
A round or oval table allows everyone to see and speak to each other easily and can work particularly well for social occasions.
For a business lunch or meeting, a rectangular table may provide a more practical arrangement, particularly if papers or laptops are being used before the meal.
If the room is primarily designed for a larger number of guests, ask whether the venue can adjust the table arrangement so that the space still feels appropriate for your party.
Menus and Minimum Spends for Small Private Rooms
Restaurants vary considerably in how they price very small private dining rooms.
Some may charge a room hire fee, while others require a minimum food and drink spend. Certain venues may offer exclusive use only when a minimum number of guests is reached.
Menus can also vary. Depending on the restaurant, a group of up to six may be able to order from the full à la carte menu, while other private rooms operate with a set or reduced menu.
Check the arrangements when booking, particularly if exclusive use of the room is important.
Choosing a Private Dining Room for Up to 6 Guests
When comparing intimate private dining rooms in London, consider:
- whether the room is completely private
- your exact number of guests
- minimum guest numbers
- room hire or minimum spend
- table shape and seating arrangement
- menu choices and dietary requirements
- atmosphere and style of the room
- accessibility
- location and transport
- Wi-Fi or meeting facilities if required
For such a small group, choosing a room that feels comfortable and proportionate can be more important than maximum capacity.
Find Private Dining Rooms for Other Party Sizes
If you need a larger room, explore PDR’s other London private dining room capacity guides:
- Small private dining rooms – up to 10 guests
- Private dining rooms for 10 – 20 guests
- Private dining rooms for 20 – 30 guests
- Private dining rooms for 30 – 40 guests
- Private dining rooms for 40 – 50 guests
- Private dining rooms for 50 – 100 guests
- Private dining venues for over 100 guests
You can also see all London private dining rooms by capacity.
Find an Intimate Private Dining Room in London
Browse the London private dining rooms below to find venues suitable for up to six guests.
If you would like help finding somewhere suitable, PDR’s free Venue Finding Service can recommend venues according to your guest numbers, preferred location, occasion and budget.
PDR does not charge a booking fee for this service. Our Events Team can also be contacted on 020 7305 5044.
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Serving Spanish-inspired tapas with a modern European twist, Frame tapas restaurant – located on Hereford Road in Notting Hill – has private dining rooms accommodating up to 24 seated guests.
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Private dining rooms at The Wolseley City on King William Street in the City of London – within easy walking distance of Bank and Cannon Street tube stations – can accommodate 10 – 24 guests.
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The five private dining rooms at Six Park Place in St. James’s, close to Green Park tube station on Piccadilly, can accommodate 10 – 30 guests or 12 – 70 guests for standing drinks receptions.
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Bob Bob Ricard City – located within the Leadenhall Building in The City of London, within 5 minutes walk of both Liverpool Street & Bank tube stations – has three private dining rooms seating 18 – 20 guests.
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Sette at Bulgari Hotel London is located in Knightsbridge and its private room accommodates up to 18 seated guests on an oval table. The restaurant is available for exclusive hire for up to 100 seated (150 standing reception) as well as group dining.
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Corrigan’s Mayfair has four elegant private dining rooms – including a Chef’s Table – seating between 2 to 24 guests. Exclusive restaurant and bar hire for up to 81 seated guests is also available.
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The two private dining rooms at Colonel Saab Trafalgar Square can respectively seat up to 10 & 20 guests or standing drinks & canapés receptions of 20 – 25 guests. Larger group events of up to 30 seated (45 standing) guests can be accommodated when both rooms are combined.
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Private dining rooms at 31 Euston Square can accommodate smaller events of 8 – 16 seated guests & larger events of 40 – 60 seated guests as well as large banqueting events of 120 – 176 seated guests.
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Bentley’s in Mayfair – close to Piccadilly Circus – has five private dining rooms accommodating 15 to 60 seated guests or up to 100 guests for standing drinks & canapés receptions.
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The two private dining rooms at The Palm House in Victoria are ideal for smaller private group events of up to 6 – 12 seated guests or up to 12 guests for standing drinks receptions.
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The Abbey Room at The Ivy St John’s Wood can accommodate up to 10 guests for intimate private dining events in this desirable neighbourhood of North West London.
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Housed in what was once a high-end gentlemen’s outfitters, Maddox Tavern in Mayfair has four private dining rooms seating 5 – 12 guests.
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