Restaurants You Should Visit in London for New Year’s Eve

If you seek a New Year's Eve dinner with a view, a venue for a romantic date night, or a casual pub, these are the premier restaurants in London for the occasion.

The Family Dinner: La Mia Mamma, Chelsea

For a cozy atmosphere, reserve a large table at one of La Mia Mamma’s Italian trattorias situated in Chelsea and Notting Hill. This vibrant restaurant company is operated by a consortium of Italian women, who prepare substantial cuisine with affection – perfect for dining with a multi-generational party this New Year’s Eve. A four-course set menu is available, commencing with prosecco (or champagne for an additional £10 per person) and starters of burrata and arancini, along with a unique dish intended to confer good fortune, the lenticchie e cotechino, prepared with lentils and pork trotter. Subsequently, there is pasta (consider cacio e pepe and tuna paccheri), followed by major courses such as fisherman’s stew and a vegan roast. The dessert comprises an enticing Nutella cheesecake and a classic panettone pudding. Going out afterward – or dining with the children? Reserve the 6 to 7:30 PM time slot, or obtain a 9 PM reservation to participate in the countdown.

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Location: 257 King’s Rd, London SW3 5EL / 190 Kensington Park Rd, London W11 2ES

The Fireworks Viewing Spot: Lucky Cat Bishopsgate

Nothing compares to a splendid skyline vista that evokes gratitude for our magnificent capital city, and we all appreciate a touch of sentimentality on New Year's Eve, correct? The most remarkable views are available at the city's highest restaurant, Gordon Ramsay's Lucky Cat Bishopsgate, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows that provide a panoramic perspective of St Paul’s Cathedral and the Shard, especially enchanting at night when the city sparkles below. The opulent venue is fully committed to New Year's Eve, offering a multi-course banquet that includes exquisite foods such as Japanese wagyu tomahawk and lobster gyoza. At midnight, proceed to the terrace to observe the fireworks, beverage in hand.

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Location: 22 Bishopsgate, London EC2N 4BQ

Brunswick House, Vauxhall

Situated in a Grade II Georgian mansion in Vauxhall, chef Jackson Boxer’s Brunswick House is unparalleled in London. New Year’s Eve here is consistently enjoyable: typically, a fixed meal is available in the main restaurant, accompanied by live music and beverages in the cellar bar. We await this year's culinary offerings; however, last year's selection featured delicacies such as devilled eggs with black sesame, grilled kohlrabi with oyster mushrooms, and wood-fired sirloin with Roscoff onions, concluding with a boozy prune tart or Virunga chocolate infused with olive oil. The cuisine is consistently exquisite, accompanied by a vibrant atmosphere.

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Location: 30 Wandsworth Rd, London SW8 2LG

The Harwood Arms, Fulham

New Year’s Eve presents an ideal opportunity to patronize London’s sole Michelin-starred pub, The Harwood Arms. Directed by Brett Graham of The Ledbury and chef Mike Robinson, it specializes in British game meat and wild delicacies, emphasizing British origin. On 31 December, a prix fixe menu is available for £120 per person, certain to impress. The meals need to be confirmed, but you can assure exceptional quality (The Harwood Arms has maintained its star since 2009), presented inside the inviting ambiance of a traditional London pub.

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Location: Walham Grove, London SW6 1QJ

Broadwick Soho

Currently, London's Soho crowd is favoring the Broadwick over Bar Italia, a maximalist paradise spanning eight levels. The hotel has drawn numerous A-listers since its establishment on Broadwick Street, including Taylor Swift and Zoë Kravitz, and is famous for its extravagant events, rendering it an ideal venue for a New Year's Eve celebration. Commence with supper at the alluring subterranean establishment Dear Jackie, which offers a four-course menu that includes delicacies such as delicata pumpkin tortellini, salt-baked celeriac, and burnt custard tart. Subsequently, ascend to the rooftop bar Flute, where champagne and live DJ performances will create an authentic New Year's Eve atmosphere.

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Location: 20 Broadwick St, London W1F 8HT

The Glitzy Rooftop: Sea Containers London, Southbank

If you are unable to choose between dining and dancing, consider merging the two for an unforgettable New Year's Eve celebration. The Riverside Hotel Sea Containers London is hosting an evening of festivities, commencing with a four-course dinner at the restaurant with dishes such as potato confit with Exmoor caviar, salt-baked celeriac, and forest chocolate mousse, accompanied by Laurent-Perrier champagne. Subsequently, guests may extend their enjoyment at the hotel's rooftop bar, 12th Knot, where they may indulge in Grey Goose cocktails while appreciating the riverbank vistas, complemented by open bar options permitting unlimited beverages throughout the evening.

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Location: 20 Upper Ground, London SE1 9PD

Bluebird, Chelsea

Bluebird, a cherished establishment on King’s Road, is a reliable choice. This year, the restaurant is organizing a Gatsby-themed event, transforming the facility into a speakeasy featuring live jazz and abundant champagne. Await forthcoming menu specifics; nonetheless, last year's supper comprised a four-course meal that included full grilled Dover sole and winter berry cheesecake.

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Location: 350 King’s Rd, London SW3 5UU