Private Dining in the City of London

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Private Dining in the City of London

Livery halls, Inns of Court, Michelin-starred restaurants and skyline rooms for private dining in the City of London, from a 20-seat court room to a 170-guest hall. Compare venues and enquire free.

Last updated: October 2026

Why choose the City for private dining?

The Square Mile has private dining you won't find anywhere else in London: centuries-old livery halls with panelled court rooms, the dining halls of the Inns of Court, and restaurants and skyline rooms minutes from Bank, Moorgate and Liverpool Street. It's the natural choice for client dinners, board dinners and celebrations for City teams. For festive dinners see Christmas party venues in the City of London; for meetings see meeting rooms in the City of London.
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FAQs about Private Dining City of London

Yes. Many of the City's livery companies hire out their halls and court rooms for private dinners, often with their own catering. They're popular for client dinners, board dinners and anniversaries, and many are a short walk from Bank or St Paul's.

As a guide, restaurant private rooms in the City run about £70 to £150 per head for dinner with drinks. Livery halls and Inns of Court typically charge a room fee plus catering, often working out at £90 to £180 per head for a formal dinner.

Most livery halls and event venues host evening dinners. Some City restaurants are quieter or closed at weekends, which can make Saturday exclusive hire easier to secure.

Three to six weeks for most weekday dinners; two to four months for livery halls and for December.

Yes. Browsing and enquiring is free. Tell us the date, guest numbers and budget and we'll check availability with the rooms that fit.
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How to choose a private dining venue in the City of London

Decide between a hall and a restaurant

Livery halls and Inns of Court give a formal, historic setting with a room hire and set catering. Restaurants give a more relaxed evening and more menu choice. Both work for client dinners; pick the tone you want.

Check dress codes and house rules

Some historic halls have dress codes, finish times and rules on speeches or photography. Ask for the house rules before you send invitations.

Your guide to Private Dining City of London

Types of private dining in the City

  • •Livery halls — panelled halls and court rooms with their own catering
  • •Inns of Court — historic dining halls near Chancery Lane and Temple
  • •Restaurants — private rooms for client dinners and team celebrations
  • •Skyline rooms — dinners with views over the City

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