Best Restaurants for Group Bookings in London

1. Goodman

Goodman makes good group dining easy by focusing on three things: good steak, good wine and great people. You have the people; they take care of the rest. Voted as one of London’s best steakhouses, they offer a daily menu of their best beef, known as “The Cut”. Enjoy it in style with their private dining areas and wine bar when you make your booking.

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2. Hide

Treat your group to a Michelin-starred meal in a sun-shroud restaurant set over three floors. Hide offers meals made from the best seasonal products by small, local farmers. It offers private dining options and a seasonal, innovative tasting menu with over 9,000 wine lines to choose from.

3. Parrillian

Grab your mates, dates and family members and take them on a culinary journey. Parrillan is a Mediterranean restaurant meant to be experienced with your nearest and dearest. Especially famous for its Spanish wines, Galician steaks and seasonal vegetables, Parrillan gives you the chance to get stuck in with your own at-the-table mini grill.

4. Burger & Lobster

If you and your friends are looking for a relaxed and laid-back vibe to match—this is the place to be. Alongside the delicious burgers and lobster dishes that give this restaurant its name, you can also enjoy oysters, salads and sides. To top it all off, Burger & Lobster has just about any drink you can think of, from homemade lemonade to fancy cocktails.

5. Blue Boar Pub

A classic pub never gets old. Relaxed and spacious, the Blue Boar is your go-to for all things pub dining. This hidden London gem offers a wide assortment of beers, cask ales, cocktails, wines, spirits… you get the picture. However, drinks are just the start of this fun night out for your group—the Blue Boar also specialises in delivering top-notch British pub grub.

7. Vivat Bacchus

Vivat Bacchus is a London favourite famous for its South African steaks and wines. Besides a private dining room ideal for larger groups, Bacchus also has a special walk-in cheese room and a cellar—befitting for a restaurant named after the Roman God of wine. Bacchus is a dog-friendly restaurant, too, so you’re welcome to bring your furry friends to the party.

8. Hutong

There’s nothing better than Northern Chinese cuisine and amazing views for a group night out. Fortunately, Hutong offers both. Situated on the 33rd level of The Shard, this authentic, classic eatery specialises in artisan cocktails and contemporary twists on Chinese classics. They also have plenty of space to accommodate bigger parties and smaller groups alike.

9. Feels like June

Bright flavours, American-style cuisine and an unforgettable retro vibe make Feels June a far-out experience that combines European dining with West Coast flair. Inspired by California diners, the all-day menu includes all the all-American classics, from mac and cheese to ribeye steaks. It’s the perfect place to get together, share a cocktail or two, and reminisce about times past.

12. Bala Baya

Bala Baya brings the vibrant flavours of the Mediterranean to South London. Curated by renowned chef, Eran Tibi, the menu includes both meat and vegetarian meals designed for sharing. Bala Baya also has a large terrace and a private mezzanine making it a perfect place to enjoy private parties.

13. The Queens

Nestled in a huge, Victorian-era building, The Queens is the perfect place for a group meal outside of Central London. Located in Crouch End, this classic pub offers an extensive lineup of craft beers, a large wine list and a vast collection of different gins. Spacious and accommodating, The Queens has a menu filled with traditional pub dining options, from fish and chips to a classic Sunday roast.

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14. The Seafood Bar

First opened in Amsterdam, The Seafood Bar brings the freshest fish and oyster dishes to the heart of Soho for an unforgettable dining experience. With a menu that ranges from fruits de mer to fresh oysters and fish in chips, it’s a must-go for any group of seafood lovers. There are multiple rooms for private dining, some of which can accommodate up to 160 people for those big group bookings.

15. Lavo

If you and your group are after sophisticated Italian cuisine, LAVO is the place to be. Expect fresh pasta made in-house, whole grain pizzas, fish and more, paired with curated wine collections that complete the dining experience. Plus, the cocktail programme provides dramatic iterations of cocktails you know and love for you to enjoy as you relax in the plush velvet seating—both in the main restaurant and in their ground floor neighbour, The Botree Bar.