Private Dining Rooms in London for Wedding Celebrations
London has an exceptional choice of private dining rooms for weddings, from intimate restaurant rooms for a small wedding breakfast to larger private spaces for receptions, drinks and dinner.
Private dining can work particularly well for couples who want to put food and hospitality at the centre of their wedding celebration without hiring a traditional wedding venue.
Private Dining Rooms (PDR) brings together restaurants, hotels and private dining spaces across London for different wedding sizes, locations, styles and budgets.
PDR regularly helps couples looking for private dining rooms following ceremonies at some of London’s most popular registry offices, including Old Marylebone Town Hall, Chelsea Old Town Hall and Islington Town Hall.
You can browse private dining restaurants in London directly or use PDR’s free Venue Finding Service for help finding somewhere suitable.
Private Dining Rooms for London Wedding Breakfasts
A restaurant private dining room can provide an attractive setting for a wedding breakfast, particularly for smaller and medium-sized weddings.
Instead of organising a separate caterer and event space, couples can choose a restaurant where the kitchen, service team, furniture and dining room are already in place.
Depending on the venue, you may be able to arrange drinks and canapés before dinner, a seated wedding breakfast and drinks afterwards within the same private space.
When comparing venues, it is worth asking about:
- seated and standing capacity
- room hire or minimum spend
- menu options and price per person
- drinks and wine packages
- reception space before the meal
- private bar facilities
- flowers and decorations
- wedding cake arrangements
- music and entertainment
- accessibility
- finishing times
- transport connections
If you know approximately how many guests will be attending, browse London private dining rooms by capacity.
Small Private Dining Rooms for Intimate Weddings
Not every London wedding needs a ballroom or large event space.
For couples planning a smaller ceremony, a private restaurant room can provide enough space for close family and friends while retaining the sense of occasion that comes with having a room entirely to yourselves.
London has small private dining rooms for up to 10 guests as well as larger rooms for 20, 30, 50 or more.
This can be particularly useful for weddings following a civil ceremony or registry-office wedding.
Private Dining Near Old Marylebone Town Hall
Old Marylebone Town Hall is one of London’s best-known civil wedding venues, and its central location gives couples a considerable choice of restaurants and private dining rooms nearby.
Marylebone itself has restaurants and hotels offering private dining, while neighbouring Mayfair, Fitzrovia and the West End considerably widen the choice.
If you’re getting married at Old Marylebone Town Hall, consider the distance between the ceremony and restaurant as well as how 20, 30, 50 or more guests will travel between the two.
Private Dining Near Chelsea Old Town Hall
Chelsea Old Town Hall is another popular location for civil weddings, with a good selection of restaurants and private dining venues in the surrounding area.
Browse private dining rooms in Chelsea for restaurants, hotels and private spaces around Chelsea, King’s Road and neighbouring parts of west London.
For smaller weddings, having the ceremony and restaurant within walking distance or a short taxi journey of each other can make the day considerably easier for guests.
If you are arranging a larger wedding breakfast, check that the restaurant can accommodate your entire party privately as well as any drinks reception you would like before the meal.
Private Dining Near Islington Town Hall
Islington Town Hall is a popular choice for civil weddings in north London, with restaurants and private dining venues within easy reach of the ceremony.
Couples can browse private dining rooms in Islington as well as venues in neighbouring areas of north and central London.
When choosing a restaurant after the ceremony, consider how your guests will travel from the Town Hall, particularly if you are arranging drinks or photographs before the wedding breakfast.
For parties of 20, 30, 50 or more, checking private-room capacity early can help narrow the choice considerably.
Wedding Private Dining in Mayfair
Mayfair has one of London’s greatest concentrations of restaurants and luxury hotels with private dining rooms.
The area is particularly suitable for couples looking for a more formal wedding breakfast or special-occasion restaurant, with private spaces ranging from intimate dining rooms to larger hotel and restaurant event spaces.
Its central location also makes Mayfair convenient for wedding guests travelling from different parts of London.
Wedding Restaurants in Soho and Covent Garden
For couples looking for a less formal central London celebration, Soho and Covent Garden provide a particularly varied selection of restaurants.
Both areas have good public transport connections and plenty of options for continuing the celebration after the wedding breakfast.
How Much Does a London Wedding Private Dining Room Cost?
Wedding private dining costs vary considerably according to the restaurant, location, number of guests, day of the week and menu.
Some venues charge room hire, while others operate on a minimum food-and-drink spend or a set menu price per person.
When comparing quotations, check what is included and whether service charge, drinks, room hire, flowers, cake service, AV equipment or other requirements are additional.
For larger weddings, also ask whether exclusive use is available and whether different minimum spends apply at weekends.
Choosing the Right Private Dining Room for Your Wedding
The appearance of the room matters, but so does the practical side of the day.
Think about how guests will arrive from the ceremony, where drinks will be served, whether the room needs to be rearranged during the event and what happens after the meal.
If speeches are planned, ask about microphones or AV facilities where necessary. If you would like music afterwards, check what the venue permits before booking.
For weddings involving older guests, young children or anyone with limited mobility, accessibility should also be considered early in the search.
Find a London Wedding Venue by Capacity
Guest numbers can quickly narrow the choice of suitable venues.
PDR allows you to browse London private dining rooms by capacity, from intimate rooms for fewer than ten guests to much larger private dining and event spaces.
Remember to check both seated and standing capacities if you are planning drinks or a reception before the wedding breakfast.
Find a Private Dining Room for Your London Wedding
PDR has specialised in private dining rooms in London since 2008.
You can browse venues on the site and contact them directly, or tell us your wedding date, number of guests, preferred location, approximate budget and any particular requirements through our free Venue Finding Service.
Contact the PDR Venue Finding Team or call 020 7305 5044 for help finding a private dining room for your London wedding.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I hold a wedding breakfast in a London restaurant?
Yes. Many London restaurants and hotels have private rooms suitable for wedding breakfasts and receptions. The appropriate venue will depend on the number of guests and the type of celebration you are planning.
Can I book a private dining room after a registry-office wedding?
Yes. Private dining rooms can work particularly well following a civil ceremony because the restaurant can provide the reception space, food, drinks and service. Consider travelling time between the ceremony and restaurant when choosing the venue.
Where can we have a private wedding meal near Old Marylebone Town Hall?
Marylebone itself has restaurants and hotels with private dining rooms, with further choices in nearby Mayfair, Fitzrovia and the West End. The best option will depend on your guest numbers, budget and how far you want guests to travel after the ceremony.
Where can we have a private wedding meal near Chelsea Old Town Hall?
Chelsea and the surrounding area have restaurants, hotels and private dining rooms suitable for wedding breakfasts and celebrations. Check the room’s seated capacity and whether you need additional space for drinks before the meal.
Where can we have a private wedding meal near Islington Town Hall?
Islington has restaurants and private dining spaces suitable for celebrations following a Town Hall ceremony. The right venue will depend on the number of guests, budget, style of restaurant and how close you want to remain to the Town Hall.
How many guests can a London wedding private dining room accommodate?
London has private rooms for fewer than ten guests as well as much larger restaurant and hotel event spaces. Browse private dining rooms by capacity to narrow the choice.
Do restaurants charge room hire for weddings?
Some do. Others use a minimum food-and-drink spend or charge a set menu price per person. Ask for a detailed quotation so you know what is included.
Can PDR help me find a London wedding venue?
Yes. PDR’s free Venue Finding Service can recommend suitable venues according to your wedding date, guest numbers, preferred location, budget and other requirements. There is no charge to the organiser for using the service.
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The Creative Space at Jamie Oliver HQ – located at Benwell House in Islington, close to the Emirates Stadium – can accommodate private dining events of up to 85 seated guests or standing drinks receptions of up to 120 guests.
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The three private dining rooms at The Beaumont Hotel in Mayfair can accommodate 18 – 45 seated guests and are also ideal for standing drinks & canapés receptions of 50 – 60 guests.
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The private dining rooms at The Caledonian Club – located between Knightsbridge and Mayfair can accommodate from 10 – 120 seated guests.
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The two private dining rooms at Manicomio Chelsea – just off the Kings Road and adjacent to Sloane Square – can accommodate 12 – 36 seated guests or up to 40 guests standing drinks receptions.
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The East Wing private dining room at Woods Quay – located on the north bank of the Thames, close to Strand, next to Waterloo Bridge – can accommodate 36 guests at one table or up to 50 guests across multiple tables.
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London Marriott Hotel County Hall has ten private dining rooms able to accommodate 10 – 90 seated guests for lunches and dinners or 30 – 100 guests for standing drinks receptions.
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The legendary Mosimann’s in Belgravia has seven impeccable private dining rooms seating from just 2 to 50 guests. Main dining room seats up to 80.
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The private dining room at Covent Garden’s legendary original Ivy restaurant accommodates up to 60 seated guests at round tables. The room is also perfect for drinks receptions of up to 100 standing guests.
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Located on the 14th floor of 120 Fenchurch Street in the City of London, the private dining room at 14 Stories restaurant has breathtaking views over the capital and accommodates up to 26 seated guests or up to 35 standing guests for drinks receptions.
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Ayllu restaurant in Sheldon Square – within a few minutes walking distance of Paddington rail and tube stations – serves a unique fusion of Peruvian-Japanese cuisine. Restaurant exclusive hire available for private dining events of up to 60 seated guests or up to 80 guests for standing drinks receptions.
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Smith’s Bar & Grill in Paddington has private and semi-private dining event spaces accommodating 10 – 100 seated guests or 20 – 100 guests for standing drinks receptions. For larger functions, the whole venue can be hired exclusively for private dining events of up to 200 guests or up to 400 standing guests for events.
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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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