The best French restaurants in London with private dining rooms
With a wide variety of French restaurants in London, there are private dining rooms for many different types of events, from formal business lunches and corporate dinners to birthdays, celebrations and special occasions.
French restaurants range from traditional brasseries and grand dining rooms to contemporary restaurants and Michelin-starred establishments. Private rooms are available for both smaller groups and larger events, depending on the restaurant.
View our selection of some of the best French restaurants in London with private dining rooms available to hire.
Private Dining at French Restaurants in London
French restaurants have a long-established place in London’s dining scene and offer a particularly broad choice for private dining.
Depending on the occasion, you might choose an informal French brasserie for a relaxed group meal, a classic restaurant for a business lunch or dinner, or a fine-dining restaurant for an important client event or special celebration.
When choosing a French restaurant with a private dining room, consider your number of guests, preferred location, style of menu and whether you require a completely private room or would also consider a semi-private dining space.
Individual restaurant listings below provide details of the private dining rooms and spaces available, including capacities and other useful venue information.
French Food for Private Dining
French cuisine in London ranges from traditional brasserie dishes to contemporary cooking and Michelin-starred fine dining.
Depending on the restaurant and menu, dishes may include French classics such as steak tartare, bouillabaisse and coq au vin alongside lighter and more contemporary interpretations of traditional French cooking.
For guests with particular dietary requirements, it is worth checking the vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options available when discussing the menu with the restaurant.
Find a French Restaurant in London with a Private Dining Room
Browse the French restaurants below to find private dining rooms in London for your guest numbers and type of event.
If you are considering other cuisines, Private Dining Rooms (PDR) also features London restaurants with private dining rooms serving Spanish , Italian , Chinese , Indian and Japanese cuisine.
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Aubaine French restaurant in Marylebone’s fashionable Moxon Street has a first floor private dining room accommodating up to 65 seated guests or up to 90 guests for standing drinks receptions. Restaurant exclusive hire is also available for larger events of up to 120 seated (150 standing) guests.
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Long known as London’s most romantic restaurant, Clos Maggiore in Covent Garden specialises in contemporary French cuisine. The upstairs private dining room can accommodate up to 23 seated guests or up to 30 guests for standing drinks receptions.
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The second floor private dining room at Noble Rot Soho – located within a townhouse on Greek Street in the heart of Soho – can accommodate up to 10 seated guests.
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The private dining room at Orrery restaurant in Marylebone High Street seats up to 16 guests. Restaurant exclusive hire also available for up to 100 seated (150 standing guests. The Rooftop Terrace & restaurant group space in the main dining area seat 36 – 40 guests.
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The top floor private dining rooms at Le Petit Beefbar London – close to the King’s Road in in Chelsea – seats up to 18 guests. Other event spaces on the ground floor and first floor can accommodate up to 60 seated guests or up to 80 guests for standing drinks events. Exclusive venue hire is also available for up to 100 seated (150 standing) guests.
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The three stunning private dining rooms at Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester respectively seat 7, 12 & 30 guests.
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L’Escargot is a French restaurant located in the heart of Soho. The five private dining rooms, located on the 2nd and 3rd floors, offer complete privacy from the main restaurant and can accommodate 8 – 40 seated guests or 16 – 60 guests for standing drinks receptions.
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Galvin La Chapelle in Spitalfields is located close to Liverpool Street, making it ideal for Michelin starred private dining events in The City. Private dining spaces seat up to 16 and 27 guests and restaurant exclusive hire is available for up to 110 seated (150 standing) guests.
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Galvin Galvin Bistro and Bar in Spitalfields is just minutes walk from Liverpool Street, making it a convenient venue for City private dining events. The Conservatory accommodates up to 30 seated guests or up to 35 guests for standing drink receptions. The Exclusive indoor hire accommodates up to 50 seated (80 standing) guests.
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La Maison Ani London – located within The Carlton Tower Jumeirah on Cadogan Place – can accommodate up to 14 seated guests for intimate luxury group dining events in Knightsbridge.
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