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Bamboozled by the sheer choice of where to choose for your Christmas party in London this year? Whether you're booking for a group of friends or looking for somewhere to hold your office Christmas dinner, we've got some excellent ideas for you.
Mexican festive feasts at El Pastor
King’s Cross, Soho, Battersea
Hold the turkey. Christmas at El Pastor means tuna tostadas, short rib sharers, fiery salsas, trays of margaritas and is anything but drab. For those plotting a party that’s a little less tradition and considerably more spice, El Pastor offers large group bookings, intimate private dining rooms and whole restaurant takeovers across three central London locations.
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Contact christmasevents@tacoselpastor.co.uk with your query.
Party Italian-style this Christmas at 40 Dean Street and 64 Old Compton Street
Soho
For an Italian Christmas feast in the heart of Soho, these family-run spots offer a cosy, festive atmosphere perfect for group gatherings or intimate celebrations. Start with a glass of prosecco on arrival, followed by three indulgent courses with choices of Porcini mushroom & truffle soup, Lobster ravioli, and Sous vide turkey wrapped in Parma ham. Vegetarian options ensure everyone’s catered for, and desserts like the Warm Panettone slice with rum & raisin ice cream add the final festive flourish.
Menus: 40 Dean Street and 64 Old Compton Street
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Stylish Christmas Celebrations at Trafalgar St. James
St James - 2 Spring Gardens, Trafalgar Sq, London SW1A 2TS
A luxurious destination for dinners and events in the heart of festive London, Rockwell Bistro & Wine Bar offers seasonal menus, cocktails and wines in elegant surroundings. For incredible skyline views, The Rooftop is perfect for drinks, dinners and large parties. They also have ROOM, which is a spectacular space for exclusive rooftop private dining.
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Seafood's on the menu for Christmas parties at Applebee's
Borough - 5 Stoney St, London SE1 9AA
Family-run seafood restaurant Applebee's first opened in Borough 25 years ago, and a party there means you get to enjoy your festive feast in their gorgeous grade II listed building. Whilst they are experts in seafood, they have designed their Christmas party menus to suit different dietary requirements. Enjoy Cornish scallops, surf & turf, and fish and chips with caviar on their two party menus at £65 and £95 per person.
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Modern Spanish celebrations at Barrafina
Covent Garden, King's Cross and Borough Yards
This season, celebrate with a festive menu that showcases the best of modern Spanish dining, with a touch of luxury - from truffle tortilla and arroz de carabinero to turbot with fennel salsa and perfectly aged txuleton. The Christmas menu also includes treats like pan con tomate, ham croquetas and truffle tortilla, along with oysters with Moscatel vinaigrette. Book their private dining rooms at Covent Garden (two locations), King's Cross, and a semi-private snug at Borough Yards
View locations, menus and make a booking here, or contact events@barrafina.co.uk to enquire.
Tinsel and tapas at La Gamba on the South Bank
South Bank - Unit 3, Royal Festival Hall, Southbank Centre, London SE1 8XX
Riverside tapas restaurant at the Southbank Centre is the perfect spot for a Christmassy London get-together. Directly overlooking the River Thames and run by the family behind Applebee’s in Borough Market, the restaurant serves up seasonal produce with a Spanish twist. The space is perfect for groups and parties of all sizes, and this year they have two festive tapas menus to choose from to pair perfectly with your event or celebration.
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Have a Danish-inspired party at KöD
2 St Anne's Ct, Soho and 9A Devonshire Square, Liverpool St
The KöD Christmas Feast offers a Danish-inspired festive menu featuring 200g Australian grass-fed rump steak and slow-cooked pork belly with berries and rosemary. Shared sides include creamy “Burning Love” mash, braised red cabbage, honey-glazed carrots, and KöD’s signature Madagascar pepper sauce, blending warmth, richness, and seasonal indulgence.
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Celebrate with live fire cooking at Parrillan Borough Yards
London Bridge - 4 Dirty Ln, London SE1 9PA, United Kingdom
From the team behind Barrafina, Parrillan Borough Yards celebrates Spanish cooking over fire. The main dining room can accommodate groups between 12 and 35 for non-exclusive bookings in the main restaurant, and up to 50 for exclusive bookings or 150 standing.
Festive sharing menus have been designed with larger groups in mind, with dishes such as wild mushrooms and truffle arroz, chargrilled seabass and txuleton steak.
Book it or contact byreservations@parrillan.co.uk
Pick the perfect party space at The Rubens at The Palace
39 Buckingham Palace Rd, London SW1W 0PS
The Rubens at the Palace offers a range of beautiful spaces for unforgettable Christmas celebrations, from intimate private rooms to the glamorous Leopard Room, perfect for festive parties with live music and cocktails. Celebrate in luxury just moments from Buckingham Palace. Book now for a truly memorable season.
Try a Mediterranean twist on Christmas at Gallio
7 Charlotte Street, Fitzrovia and 15 Cabot Place, Canary Wharf
Step into the warmth of the Eastern Med this Christmas at Gallio. Gallio brings together the flavours of sun-soaked coasts with sharing plates and festive menus made for groups. Think slow-roasted lamb with spices, saffron seafood stew, and house flatbreads. Gallio offers an elegant yet inviting space for small gatherings, private dining, team lunches or festive dinners, with à la carte options, bottomless drinks packages, and group menus from £35 per person. It's great whether you’re planning a work party or a catch-up with friends.
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Enjoy free Prosecco with early bird bookings at Bill's
Across London
Choose the set three-course Christmas Set Menu at Bill's from just £35.95, packed with seasonal favourites like the P.I.B Double Dunker Burger with beef brisket gravy for dunking, the Turkey Breast with festive stuffing or Sea Bass with Prosecco Hollandaise. There's also elf-inspired party games like The Elf Workshop Bingo and escape-room style fun courtesy of The Great Elf Escape.
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Offer: Book & dine from the Christmas Set Menu between 11 November and 3 December and get a free glass of Prosecco per person.
Host a festive Greek feast at OPSO
Marylebone - 10 Paddington St, London W1U 5QL
Celebrate Christmas at OPSO in Marylebone with festive Greek sharing menus, vibrant flavours, and warm hospitality. Perfect for corporate gatherings or team celebrations, our menus for groups of 12 or more are designed for sharing the joy of the season around the table. Enjoy wild seabass with egg-lemon sauce, braised beef short rib, and octopus giouvetsi, paired with festive cocktails and an exceptional Greek-led wine list.
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More Christmas party inspiration
Cafe Francois (Borough) - there are two party packages on offer (£70 and £90) at this buzzy Borough restaurant feature such treats as Tournedos Rossini, Comte gougeres with truffles and a buche de Noel for dessert.
Manteca (Shoreditch) - if you fancy family-style sharing for your Christmas get together then Manteca is the place. Their £80 menu includes a pasta dish for everyone, a meaty main and the must-try Christmas pudding trifle.
Julie's (Bayswater) - for a raucous gathering in West London Julie's has put together a group menu for £95 where even the bread comes with spiced Christmas butter. The veggie offering is particularly good too.
Drapers Arms (Islington) - Large groups are served family-style at the pub with options including a turkey and bacon pie, chicken with pigs in blankets and a dark chocolate mousse with Chantilly cream for dessert.
Scott's (Richmond) - If you fancy booking a Christmas party down by the river then Scott's has a festive set menu that's two courses for £36 and three for £42. Desserts here include a mince pie ice cream coupe.
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