From sky-high dining rooms to riverside restaurants and iconic hotel ballrooms, London does New Year’s Eve exceptionally well – especially if food is as important as the countdown itself. Whether you’re after a full dinner-and-dance affair, panoramic skyline views, or a glamorous black-tie celebration, you want it – you got it.
Below, we’ve rounded up some of London’s best New Year’s Eve restaurant experiences. Expect Champagne, live music, DJs, and thoughtfully curated menus in some of London’s most iconic venues.
1. OXO Tower Restaurant & Brasserie – Riverside celebration with dinner and dance
At the iconic OXO Tower Restaurant & Brasserie on the South Bank, New Year’s Eve 2025 is one of the city’s standout dining and party experiences. You can choose between the more relaxed Brasserie or the upscale Restaurant package – both begin with a welcome glass of Champagne and a three‑course dinner drawn from a seasonal menu prepared with high‑quality British produce. The Brasserie option offers hearty, festive fare and a vibrant atmosphere, while the Restaurant ticket includes paired wines selected by the head sommelier for each course.
From around 7:30 pm, live music sets the mood as you dine, and after dinner the celebration continues with a DJ and dancing until 2 am. Although you don’t get direct views of the official London fireworks from OXO’s eighth‑floor position, the expansive skyline views – including St Paul’s – still make for a scenic backdrop to the evening. Booking is essential.
Address: OXO Tower Restaurant & Brasserie, Barge House St, South Bank, London SE1 9PH, UK
Price: Brasserie: £280, Restaurant: £350
Where to book: www.oxotowerrestaurant.com
2. Solaya at art’otel London Hoxton – Sky-high feast and panoramic views
Perched on the 25th floor of art’otel London Hoxton, Solaya is a French-Mediterranean restaurant by Michelin-starred chef Kenny Atkinson offering one of London’s most elevated New Year’s Eve experiences. On 31 December 2025 you can ring in 2026 under the Lumière de la Lune theme, surrounded by 360° panoramic views of the skyline, clever Mediterranean-inspired cuisine and live music from DJs spinning funk, soul and house all evening.
The evening offers several ticketed experiences, from an indulgent seven‑course dinner crafted by Michelin‑star‑level chef Kenny Atkinson (sold out at the time of writing) to an Early Evening Menu, a four-course festive dinner served from around 17:00–20:00, paired with a glass of Champagne, or cheaper bar and canapés packages.
Address: 25th Floor, art’otel London Hoxton, 1-3 Rivington St, London EC2A 3DT, UK
Price: £84.80 (early dinner), £106 (bar canapés) – booking fees and service charges may apply.
Where to book: artotel.com
3. STK London – Steakhouse NYE Dinner with DJs and party vibes
STK London doubles as a high-energy party venue on New Year’s Eve. On 31 December 2025, STK is hosting a “One Night Only” NYE celebration where you can start your evening with an à la carte dinner or a special four-course set menu featuring premium dishes like USDA filet, Wagyu flank and scallops.
After dinner, Live DJs and disco dancers take over, with music and entertainment keeping the energy high until around 2 am. There’s also a minimum spend on some late-night tables), and a discretionary 13.5% service charge applies. Kids under 18 aren’t permitted after 8 pm, so it’s very much an adult celebration.
Address: STK Strand, 336–337 Strand, London WC2R 1HA
Price: £148.40 for the four-course NYE set menu, and there are bar/party entry tickets from £64.80 if you just want to join the venue later in the evening for drinks and dancing.
Where to book: Designmynight.com
4. Ham Yard Hotel – Elegant dinner and live music
At Ham Yard Hotel’s Restaurant & Bar in Soho, New Year’s Eve 2025 is an elegant yet lively affair combining fine dining and entertainment. On the night, guests are greeted with a welcome drink and appetisers before sitting down to an indulgent five-course menu – featuring highlights like tuna tartare with grapefruit and venison Wellington with truffle dauphinoise – followed by the hotel’s signature Ham Yard ‘Snickers’ dessert.
A live band plays from around 9:00 pm to midnight, lending an atmospheric soundtrack to the meal, before a DJ takes over in The Orangery to keep the celebration going until around 2:00 am.
Address: Ham Yard Hotel, 1 Ham Yard, London W1D 7DT, UK
Price: This all-in dinner and entertainment package is priced at £195 per person, which includes the five-course dinner, Champagne truffles and a glass of Bollinger Champagne at midnight. There is also a late-night entertainment ticket from £85 per person, which includes a welcome drink, live music and a glass of Champagne at midnight with DJ sets thereafter.
Where to book: Designmynight.com
5. Pantechnicon – French meets Japanese culinary experience
At Pantechnicon in Belgravia, New Year’s Eve is a ticketed experience combining fine dining with a late-night party. Guests can choose between Amélie (French-inspired) or SACHI (Japanese cuisine), each offering a four-course festive dinner with Champagne and live entertainment. Early dinner seating (18:00–20:30) is perfect for those who want a relaxed, refined meal before the countdown.
The late dinner and party seating (21:00–03:00) adds two glasses of Champagne, access to the LUUM rooftop or SACHI rooftop, and DJs to keep the celebration going. Premium tickets include unlimited Champagne and prime seating, while small groups can reserve private snugs for a more exclusive experience.
Address: PANTECHNICON. 19 Motcomb Street, London, SW1X 8LB
Price: Prices range from £185 for early dinner to £295 for late dinner + party, with £600 for unlimited Champagne prime seating. Booking is essential.
6. Sky Garden – Dinner, DJs and breathtaking 360° views
At Sky Garden, perched atop the “Walkie Talkie” building in the City of London, you can choose from several dining packages across its rooftop restaurants -including a premium five-course tasting menu at Fenchurch Restaurant paired with two glasses of Dom Pérignon and access to the main NYE party – or a Darwin Brasserie menu with views over the Thames.
Once dinner is done, the party continues on Level 35, where panoramic views and skyline vistas provide a stunning backdrop to a festive atmosphere with live music, DJs, Moët & Chandon Champagne and canapés. Standing tickets for the main NYE celebration start around £227.90 per person, while more exclusive options – such as Sky Pod Bar tables, window-table dinners or private areas -can range into the thousands depending on seating and group size.
Address: Sky Garden, 1 Sky Garden Walk, 20 Fenchurch St, London EC3M 8AF
Price: From £215 for access tickets (includes standing access to the NYE Party with one glass of Moët & Chandon Impérial Brut Champagne and canapés) to £445.00pp for the five course-meal, plus bar table packages available.
Where to book: skygarden.london
7. The Savoy’s New Year’s Eve Gala – Classic London luxury
For a truly iconic and opulent New Year’s Eve in London, The Savoy’s annual Gala in the historic Lancaster Ballroom is one of the city’s most talked-about celebrations. The evening typically begins with a Champagne reception and canapés, drawing on the hotel’s Roaring Twenties/venetian soirée theme and stunning Edwardian interiors that have defined The Savoy’s style for over a century.
Guests then enjoy a multi-course dinner accompanied by live entertainment and a sense of grandeur that is distinctly classic Savoy. Counting down to midnight here offers the added thrill of the London fireworks and Thames views as the clock strikes 2026.
The focus is on elegance and celebration rather than a simple meal: you’re part of a gala with live music, dancing and surprises that continue after the dinner portion, making it feel like a proper New Year’s Eve experience rather than just a meal.
Address: The Savoy Hotel, Strand, London WC2R 0EZ, UK
Price: £1,495 per person for the gala dinner experience, which typically includes Champagne on arrival, the multi-course dinner, entertainment and access to the celebration throughout the evening.
Where to book: savoy-experiences.com