Hire the perfect Christmas dinner venue in London

This iconic British restaurant has been around since 1869. It may not be as old as Father Christmas (how old is he, anyway?) but it's holds a lot of wisdom. Particularly when it comes to meats – they work with British suppliers to find the best meats in the country, and stay true to London's Chophouse tradition. The interiors harken back to the founding, with Grade II-listed benches, checkered floors, and chalkboards for daily specials, while still remaining contemporary and comfortable.

Quality Chop House's private dining room is the restaurant's hidden gem. From November, they offer a festive feasting menu to share at £90pp. Sample dishes include belted Galloway beef, short rib croquettes, and, obviously, mince pie to finish.

You’d be mistaken for thinking you’re at Grand Central Station. Alas, you’re only in King’s Cross.

German Gymnasium has a pretty cool bit of history. It’s a Grade II building, but the real kicker is that it has one of two remaining laminated timber roofs in London, smack bang between St. Pancras and King’s Cross stations. Hire the whole venue or just the upper floor. Whatever you’re up for, take your pick of their festive delights – that’s smoked ham, seared cod fillet, strudel or a praline pot.

Michelin-star French restaurant Galvin La Chapelle is certainly familiar with the finer things. High ceilings. Grand windows. Intricate floral arrangements. A table setting to rival the latest Architectural Digest spread. Dine amongst it all from the mezzanine private dining room, The Gallery. You'll get the privacy while keeping the buzz from the restaurant below, ideal if you hate awkward silences. Choose from dishes like roast of chesnut stuffed pheasant, Wild Cornish halibut and a medley of puddings, tartes or crème brûlée. This private dining room has space for 16 guests.

Nothing screams Christmas in East London than small shareable plates and nose-to-tail dining, and we love it. Manteca is one of those places that you should save for a special occasion, and the holidays is the ideal time. The food is rich, the meat is hearty, and it's not too Christmassy, if you like a more subtle festive meal. £80pp will get you a set menu of twists on Christmas classics, like pigs in blankets with stuffing and trifle, accompanied by mulled wine and their famous hand-rolled pastas.

Book tables for up to 8 people, or buyout the lower dining room for up to 70 guests.

What’s Christmas without a dinner (or three)? Not much. Step into Hawksmoors’ Queenie Watts private dining room at Wood Wharf for a Christmas dinner with all the trimmings. amed after the multi-hyphenate actress-singer-pub-owner (and local legend) Queenie Watts, this room is fit for royalty (or at least, some very special guests).

Take in the mahogany interiors, dark walls, low lighting, the pictures of Queenie herself, and the pièce de résistance, the dining table, where you and 20 other guests can swap gossip as easily as you can pass the salt and pepper.

For a Christmas dinner that reaches new heights, try the Vinoly private dining room at Sky Garden. Book for late at night, and maybe you'll get a view of Father Christmas and his reindeer doing a test drive. Perched on the 37th floor of the iconic Walkie-Talkie, guests can enjoy London’s highest public garden and its panoramic views. With its capacity to accommodate up to 16 guests, the Vinoly Room at Fenchurch restaurant sets the stage for an intimate holiday dinner.

The menu expertly blends the finest British ingredients with vibrant Caribbean flavours, paying homage to the Anguillan heritage of Head Chef Kerth Gumbs. These creations are complemented by an award-winning wine list and handcrafted cocktails that have been curated to match each dish. Surrounded by greenery and the sparkling skyline, what else could you want for Christmas?

The May Fair Hotel's private dining room is just as elegant as you would expect, and it's just a sleigh ride away from Green Park Station. With a capacity of 72, this stylish room beckons guests for a joyous Christmas feast. With carefully tailored dining packages, organising has never been easier. Alongside a traditional Christmas dinner, guests can enjoy appetisers upon arrival and a selection of fine wines to pair. To add an extra sprinkle of yuletide cheer, each holiday dining package includes the May Fair exclusive Christmas crackers.

Nothing beats a pub dinner at Christmas. The Cadogan arms was restored and reopened in 2021, paying homage to two centuries of serving the local community. Using the very best of local British produce, diners seeking a warm Christmas vibe can order á la carte or with a family-style feasting menu full of comfort food. Pigs in blanket scotch eggs, whiskey-cured salmon, roasted turkey crown, and beef wellington are some highlights.

The Rose Room (max. 50) is the main private dining area, equipped with a private horseshoe bar and a custom designed stained-glass wall. You'll also find two large meat aging fridges that you can look through, if you're into that. If you have a bigger party (or if you're a vegetarian) you can hire the full space for 150 standing guests.