Our round-up of Festive dining in London

The festive season brings an abundance of incredible dining experiences in London, it’s time to carve out some time for at least one or two special meals.

The city is buzzing with exciting options, offering everything from traditional festive fare to creative seasonal twists. To help you make the most of the holiday dining scene, we've rounded up a selection of our favourite festive menus currently on offer.

Pivot Bar and Bistro

Perched on the first floor of 3 Henrietta Street, with a front-row view of Covent Garden’s magical twinkling lights, the renowned British bistro Pivot is the perfect spot to indulge in some festive cheer. This season, they’re serving up traditional Christmas classics with a modern twist. Whether you’re in the mood for two courses at £42 or feeling festive enough for three courses at £49, Pivot promises a holiday dining experience you won’t forget.

Starters include West Coast Scottish King Scallops, cream of curried parsnip soup, Loch Fyne Scottish smoked salmon or chicken pate. For the main course, it is roast turkey, Aberdeen beef, pan-roasted stone bass, lamb shank pie or a spiced cauliflower steak, with sides of parsnips, mash, broccoli or Brussels sprouts. And sumptuous desserts include Christmas pudding, an artisanal cheese board, winterberry pavlova or dark chocolate mousse. 

To book visit https://pivotbarandbistro.com/

Kapara, Soho

Kapara invites you to celebrate the festive season in true style, with their fabulous three-course set menu, bursting with vibrant Eastern Mediterranean flavours, for £70 per person.

Enjoy the likes of Beetroot cured salmon with quince pickles, gremolata, lemon preserve, and caviar to start, followed by mains like festive ox cheeks glazed in orange and ginger; or the vegan smoked kohlrabi wellington with porcini mushroom sauce.

Be a little bit naughty and indulge in the chocolate delight, accompanied by a miso & honey tahini sauce with cherry compote, to round off the meal.

Festive Set Menu, £60pp.

To book visit https://kapara.co.uk/

Afternoon tea at The Lane

The Lane invites guests to indulge in the ultimate Christmas afternoon tea experience, perfect for sharing with family, friends, and loved ones during the festive season. Their exquisite Christmas Regency Afternoon Tea is a delightful culinary offering, featuring an array of mouthwatering delicacies that are sure to bring holiday cheer.

Guests can enjoy freshly baked scones and an assortment of sweet treats, expertly crafted by renowned baker Lily Vanilli. These are perfectly complemented by a selection of savory bites, prepared with care by The Lane’s talented in-house chefs.

Christmas Afternoon Tea is served daily from 12noon in The Grand Saloon and priced from £59 per person.

To book visit https://thelane.co.uk/eat-and-drink-venues/grand-saloon-afternoon-tea?utm_source=PR&utm_medium=pr+placement&utm_campaign=General

Straits Kitchen Festive Menu at Pan Pacific London

This holiday season, Straits Kitchen invites you to savour a meticulously crafted menu that celebrates the best of seasonal flavours with a touch of culinary elegance. Each course is thoughtfully designed to delight your taste buds and create a memorable dining experience.

Start with a velvety Wild Mushroom Soup topped with tarragon. cream, followed by Smoked Salmon with horseradish mayonnaise and green apple. Enjoy a classic Roast Turkey with all the trimmings, and finish with a delicious Baileys Bauble to complete this seasonal celebration. 

Price: £65 per person 

To book visit https://www.panpacific.com/en/hotels-and-resorts/pp-london/dining/straits-kitchen.html

Th@51 Restaurant and Bar

Celebrate the festive season at TH@51 with an exquisite selection of Christmas-inspired dishes, thoughtfully added to the menu.

Savor a symphony of seasonal flavors with small plates like Hot Smoked Salmon and Ham Hock Terrine, alongside hearty mains such as Roasted Butterball Turkey and Brie and Pumpkin Pie. A truly delicious way to embrace the holiday spirit!

To book visit https://www.th51.co.uk

Rails Restaurant in Great Northern Hotel

Celebrate the festive season at Rails Restaurant, with a two- or three-course festive menu inspired by French classics, perfect for groups of six or more. Choose from French onion soup or duck and pistachio terrine, traditional roast turkey, or aubergine ‘meatballs’ with miso sauce. Finish with Christmas pudding or chocolate and hazelnut delice. 

Price: £59 per person (2 courses); £69 per person (3 courses) 

To book visit https://www.railslondon.com/