New Year’s Eve in London comes with certain expectations. In fact, it is probably the one night of the year when expectations are at their highest — which can be a recipe for a seriously disappointing night out. However, the capital is gearing up to make this 31 December one to remember. 

Traditionalists may fancy a trip to Trafalgar Square to listen to live music before the countdown, or a stroll along the South Bank to watch fireworks light up the skies above the Thames. However, for those looking to push the boat out, how about a lavish, champagne-filled party promising haute cuisine and an epic view to boot? Here are 2025’s best New Year’s Eve parties to book now… 

The Ned, Bank

Ring in 2026 in style at The Ned’s black-tie blowout in partnership with Bacardi and Noam. Featuring an evening of live music, with headline act Beverley Knight followed by a late-night set from DJ Fat Tony, enjoy a line-up of entertainment including Ned’s house band, roaming acts, aerialists and more. Plus, you won’t be going hungry thanks to The Ned’s feasting stations pulling out all the stops, all washed down with cocktails and fizz before dancing the night away and raising a glass as the clock strikes midnight. Dress to impress.

From £395 per person, visit thened.com

Bocconcino, Mayfair

Luxury Italian restaurant Bocconcino will be paying a dazzling homage to New York’s iconic Studio 54 with a glitter-filled party on New Year’s Eve. Reimagining the two-storey Mayfair restaurant into Bocconcino 54, the evening will begin with an exclusive multi-course New Year’s Eve menu – expect wagyu beef tataki, Alba white truffle risotto and a pistachio and chocolate clock-shaped dessert – alongside flowing champagne and live performances.

After dinner, head downstairs to discover the Studio 54-style nightclub, where DJs and live singers kick off the party and mirror balls and champagne toasts add to the high-octane atmosphere. Finally, raise a glass to 2026 with four limited-edition Studio 54 cocktails and tuck into a late-night menu of elegant Bocconcino bites. The party and dinner are ticketed separately – but either way, you have a New Year’s Eve celebration to remember.

First seating £180; second seating £280 (both include complimentary half bottle Ferrari per person), visit bocconcinorestaurant.co.uk

A Night with Craig Johnston at Angler, Moorgate

Michelin-starred, seafood-led restaurant Angler, located on the top floor of the City’s sophisticated, if-you-know-you-know South Place Hotel, is marking the end of the year with a dining experience conceived by Executive Chef – and MasterChef: The Professionals winner – Craig Johnston. Having cut his teeth at Jason Atherton’s Pollen Street Social, before going on to head up Marcus Wareing’s Marcus Belgravia, in April 2025 Johnston made history by winning the Roux Scholarship – the first person ever to be crowned MasterChef: The Professionals winner and receive the prestigious scholarship.

A Night with Craig Johnston at Angler will serve a tasting menu of dishes inspired by key moments from the chef’s career – from signature dishes he conceived with Wareing, to the dessert that won him MasterChef. Other plates on the menu include cured scallops with lobster bisque, raviolo of guinea fowl with smoked pine nuts and tarragon, and Angler’s signature squab pigeon paired with caramelised celeriac and winter truffle. Johnston, who will be serving dishes personally on the night, has also curated a bespoke playlist of songs that have marked defining moments in his career.

Guests can begin the night at the hotel’s Secret Garden, currently branded the ‘Ice Garden’, where CÎROC is serving chilled shots and a cocktail menu with a frosty theme. Post-dinner revelries continue in Angler Rooftop, which during the festive period has been transformed into chalet-style The Fairytale Hideaway, complete with firepits and skyline views. Liverpool Street Station is less than a five-minute walk away, or see in the New Year in style by staying the night.

£250 per person, visit anglerrestaurant.com

Abc Kitchens at The Emory, Knightsbridge

There are few chicer places in the capital to ring in 2026 than London’s five-star, all-suite hotel, The Emory. Its gorgeous signature restaurant Abc Kitchens – adorned with Damien Hirst artworks and stylish festive decorations, while boasting views over Hyde Park – will host a New Year’s Eve celebration to remember on 31 December, with chefs Ben Boeynaems and Jean-Georges Vongerichten having prepared special menus that are more than worthy of a toast or two. Raise your flute of champagne and indulge in the new four-course menu, featuring Orkney sea scallop tartare, chargrilled octopus, charred duck breast or sautéed south coast John Dory. Save room for the chocolate espresso tart or passionfruit flower dessert and kick off 2026 in fine fashion.

From £250 per person, visit the-emory.co.uk

Shangri-La The Shard, London Bridge

Shangri-La The Shard invites guests to celebrate the new year in sky-high style with a glittering celebration. Tīng will be serving a decadent menu featuring lobster vada with lime leaf sauce and A5 Kagoshima wagyu accompanied by live entertainment from 7pm, while the party will flow into the night at the Sky Lounge’s Midnight Disco. Situated on Level 34, enjoy live entertainment, gourmet canapés, chef stations, and panoramic views of London’s iconic fireworks as the city sparkles below. Elsewhere at Gŏng Bar, toast to the new year at London’s highest bar with an evening of sushi, Japanese-inspired flavours, champagne, and DJ beats. 

From £190 per person, visit shangrilaexperiences.com

Ekstedt at The Yard, Westminster 

Welcome 2026 in Scandi style at Ekstedt at The Yard. Offering a celebratory tasting menu of fire-cooked lobster with fennel and roasted vegetable foam, juniper-smoked sirloin beef with truffle, followed by indulgent desserts, all festive menus can be accompanied with a volcanic wine pairing from sommelier Klearchos Kanellakis (recently ranked 14^th among the UK’s Top 100 Sommeliers), designed to complement the bold, smoky flavours of Ekstedt’s open-flame cooking. Minutes from Trafalgar Square, pop out for the fireworks at midnight before returning to one of the hotel’s two bars, 40 Elephants and Síbín, which will be open until 2am.

From £155 per person, visit ekstedtattheyard.com

Harry’s Dolce Vita, Knightsbridge

As the year draws to a close, the original Harry’s invites guests to step into A Night of Gold, where glamour meets la dolce vita for a radiant celebration to remember. Guests will indulge in a decadent set menu filled with luxurious Italian dishes, such as truffle arancini, aubergine parmigiana and tiramisu, served to a backdrop of glittering décor, entertainment and champagne toasts. 

From £85 per person, visit harrysdolcevita.com

Nessa, Soho

This New Year’s Eve, Nessa will bid farewell to 2025 in shimmering retro style. Expect a celebration inspired by the decadence and allure of 1970s Soho, taking cues from Biba – the era’s renowned fashion institution that embodied bold creativity and liberated glamour – and dress the part in Seventies glamour.

The atmosphere will build throughout the evening as a live DJ set spins a seductive mix of disco, funk and soul classics, while executive chef Tom Cenci presents a decadent New Year’s Eve menu featuring caviar topped bites, oysters on ice, champagne pairings and succulent steak. The evening’s finale features handcrafted Prestat chocolate truffles, a nod to '70s British decadence, and don’t miss one of the festive cocktails, such as the Golden Age Martini, Disco Royale and Velvet Sour. 

From £65 per person, visit sevenrooms.com

The Ivy Asia, across London

This New Year's Eve, The Ivy Asia embraces the extraordinary with a night of vibrant colour, dazzling performance and celebrations at the Peacock Masquerade. Guests can toast to 2026 with an evening of shimmering decor, dancers, live music and an electric atmosphere, while dining on a special menu with a welcome glass of champagne. Menu highlights include seared beef tataki with crispy shallots, king prawn katsu and coconut panna cotta. 

From £125 per person, visit theivyasia.com

Evelyn’s Table, Soho

For a more sophisticated, sit-down affair, head to Evelyn’s Table, which will be hosting its first ever New Year’s Eve celebration. The intimate Michelin-starred, 12-seat counter restaurant, tucked beneath The Blue Post, will offer a special menu curated by head chef Seamus Sam, beginning with a glass of champagne on arrival and an opening course of scallop with truffle butter. Next up is Dover sole with mussels, leek and celeriac, and Iberico pork loin, mole, pumpkin and quince, before finishing with a milk chocolate, Earl Grey, pear, hazelnut and Jerusalem artichoke dessert – an elegant, unexpected flavour. 

The wine list at Evelyn’s Table is sharp and dynamic, offering a selection of wines to complement each dish, with a variety of pairing options available. Firm Favourites is a selection of exceptional and classic bottles while Path Less Trodden showcases unique bottles hailing from up-and-coming wine regions.

From £130 per person, visit theblueposts.co.uk

Brasserie Zédel, Piccadilly

To welcome in the New Year, Brasserie Zédel is transporting guests back to the City of Light’s golden age with an evening of extraordinary cabaret. From 9pm onwards, Zédel will transport guests to a world of glamour, featuring burlesque specials, magicians, acrobats, silhouette artists, sultry jazz and a Josephine Baker tribute act, all hosted by Scarlet Mercury. At midnight, showgirls will ignite the stage with a high-kicking Can-Can, while swing and jazz bands keep the Parisian vibe alive all night long. Once the clock strikes midnight, guests are invited to continue the party at Bar Américain with a vinyl DJ set until 3am.

From £98 per person, visit brasseriezedel.com

The Churchill Bar and Terrace, Marylebone

Positioned just moments from Oxford Street, the Churchill Bar and Terrace offers a chic hideaway to celebrate New Year’s Eve. With a live DJ between 6pm and 2am, guests can dance the night away with a selection of standout cocktails in hand. Pick from the Mexico, made with 1800 Cristalino Anejo Tequila, dark chocolate, nocello, horchata, Cointreau Noir and double cream, and the India, made with Desi Deru Mango Vodka, Suze, cacao white and tomato tonic water, both of which can be found on the venue’s 2025 Unity by Cacao menu. There will also be bar snacks such as chicken bites, Winston sliders, ham and cheese toasties and more to keep partygoers fuelled throughout.

From £180 per person, visit thechurchillbar.co.uk

Bōkan, Canary Wharf

Celebrate 2025 above the skyline with Bōkan’s premium New Year’s Eve package. Secure a coveted window table from 8.30pm with panoramic firework views and indulge in six decadent courses – think caviar, lobster, ribeye steak with black truffle potato fingers and béarnaise sauce – paired with a bottle of Taittinger Prelude per guest. After dinner, ascend to the VIP lounge at Bōkan 39 and party until 2am. This is the ultimate sky-high soirée made for London’s most glamourous revellers.

From £370 per person, bokanlondon.co.uk

Inca, Mayfair

South American-inspired Inca is set to host a New Year’s Eve celebration to remember with its Midnight in Medellín show. In partnership with Dom Perignon, the New Year’s Eve package includes an enchanting show alongside a luxurious set menu. Menu highlights include the Japanese A5 wagyu sando with caviar, octopus tiradito with Amarillo tiger milk, and charcoal-grilled wagyu picanha, before finishing with a Lucuma crème brûlée for a truly decadent finale. Guests will also enjoy a bottle of Dom Perignon to share between four to truly embrace the party spirit. With its vibrant party atmosphere, Latin-inspired glamour, and show-stopping entertainment, you won’t forget ringing in 2026 in a hurry. 

From £600 per person, visit incalondon.com

Solaya, Shoreditch

Solaya – the sky-high restaurant from Michelin-starred chef Kenny Atkinson – invites guests to ascend above the city and step into Lumière de la Lune this New Year’s Eve, where French-Mediterranean spirit comes alive under moonlit elegance. Dance the night away to a pulse of live disco, funk, soul, and house music curated by London’s iconic Disco Express and DJs Poppi and Pete Maxey while enjoying a glass of champagne alongside a decadent line-up of six-courses including flamed Scottish langoustines, glazed octopus risotto as well as a showstopping Black Forest gateau. 

From £220 per person, visit designmynight.com

Julie’s, Holland Park

Neighbourhood restaurant Julie’s, known for hosting some of the capital's best parties over the past seven decades, is hosting yet another legendary evening for New Year’s Eve. Chef patron Owen Kenworthy will host two seatings from 6pm and 8.15pm, serving amuse-bouche such as crispy potato topped with caviar and dressed oysters, followed by a lobster cocktail and beef Wellington with mushroom duxelles, fondant potatoes and glazed carrots as the main course. The dinner concludes with mi-cuit au chocolat with crème anglaise and pear, served with Eau De Vie and chocolate truffles.

From £120 per person, visit sevenrooms.com

Claridge's Restaurant, Mayfair

Bringing the vibrant energy of downtown Manhattan to Mayfair, Claridge’s Restaurant x Dante celebrates the season with warmth, style, and a touch of New York flair. On New Year’s Eve, guests can toast to the year ahead with a menu of Claridge’s fried chicken topped with Oscietra caviar, prawn cocktail XO with brandy sauce, and prime rib of beef or roasted fillet of seabass with shared sides. Desserts such as raspberry pavlova with yuzu mousse and shiso or Claridge’s chocolate clock with peanut and caramel provide a fitting finale.

From £300 per person, visit claridges.co.uk

Searcys at The Gherkin, Aldgate

What better way to drink in the magic of one of the most special night's than with a glass of champagne and breathtaking views of the capital? For one last celebration, The Gherkin is hosting a New Year’s Eve masquerade ball from 9pm-2am on New Year's Eve. Located across the top three floors, expect an evening of entertainment with live music, dancers and DJs until late complemented by unlimited Veuve Clicquot champagne, Searcys signature canapés and small bites.

From £349 per person, visit searcysatthegherkin.co.uk

The Ivy Collection, across London

This New Year’s Eve, The Ivy Collection is inviting guests on a round-the-world trip without evening London. Hosting a night of fabulous food, drink, and dazzling entertainment, guests are invited aboard The Ivy’s hot air balloon to celebrate New Year’s Eve with toasts around the world. From Dubai to Athens, and Paris to London, guests will raise their glasses of sparkling Laurent-Perrier with every chime, in anticipation of the final countdown of the UK. On the food menu, expect caviar prawn cocktail with marinated avocado, twice-baked truffle cheese soufflé, tableside lobster linguine tossed with vine tomatoes, garlic and chilli and The Ivy New Year bombe with champagne jelly.

From £87.50 per person, visit ivycollection.com

Smith’s Bar and Grill, Paddington

Ring in the New Year with Smith's Bar and Grill's, filled with live fire performances, DJ sets, magicians, and masked dancers amping up the midnight magic. Serving a modern European-inspired menu in Little Venice, the New Year’s Eve celebrations will go on until 3am, and will feature a five-course set menu – mushroom tagliatelle, pan-seared monkfish or perfectly grilled rib-eye, plus indulgent desserts like crème brûlée and chocolate fondant – and late-night after party. 

From £110 per person, visit smithsbarandgrill.co.uk

Four Seasons Hotel Tower Bridge, Tower Bridge

This year, Four Seasons Hotel at Tower Bridge will host a luxury celebration in the Thames Penthouse, the hotel’s sky-high event space with sweeping views of the London skyline and a front row seat to the city’s fireworks. To ring in 2026, choose between two opulent experiences including The Golden Hour Toast – a relaxed, early evening affair – and The Midnight Celebration for those looking to celebrate well into the night. The former will feature live music, free flowing champagne, fine wines, signature cocktails, mocktails and elegant canapés and bowl food, while The Midnight Celebration will run into the early hours, where Thames Penthouse transforms into a sophisticated black and gold party in collaboration with Nigel Kabvina, featuring immersive live performances, a live DJ, and luxury food stations.

From £125 per person, visit fourseasons.com

Joia, Battersea

On 31 December, guests at Joia will step into the spotlight for a night of dazzling decadence at the All That Glitters party. Featuring exciting line-up of performers, DJs, cocktails as well as a delicious selection of Henrique Sá Pessoa’s favourite Portuguese dishes, guests will celebrate like Hollywood royalty. Diners can choose from an early sitting from 6-8pm to enjoy a curated set menu alongside a welcome glass of bubbles, or join the late-night celebration (£325 per person) kicking off at 8.30pm. The latter sitting offers a lavish three-course sharing menu with dishes of Scottish hand-dived scallops with sweet potato purée and caldeirada dressing alongside native lobster tail with white wine sauce, lobster emulsion and courgette canelon and desserts including white port and lime sorbet. Guests will also enjoy exclusive access to Pérola bar, where DJs and performers will keep the party going into the early hours of 2026.

From £95 per person, visit joiabattersea.co.uk

Kioku by Endo, Whitehall

Situated on the rooftop of The OWO, Kioku by Endo is inviting guests to spend New Year’s Eve among the rooftops of Westminster while enjoying unforgettable fine dining and classy entertainment. High above the city, Kioku by Endo offers a spectacular setting to ring in the New Year with a live DJ, extraordinary rooftop views, and an elevated Japanese tasting experience.

Choose from two seatings – 5.30pm (£275pp) and 8.30pm (£395pp) – to dine on a luxurious tasting menu featuring tartare on miso brioche, black cod with yakimiso, and wagyu with Jerusalem artichokes interspersed with refreshing palate cleansers such as yuzu and lemon sorbet. For the later seating, a live DJ to get the guests in the mood and as midnight approaches, all guests will be invited onto the breathtaking Kioku Terrace to celebrate the arrival of 2026 with uninterrupted views of the New Year’s Eve fireworks.

From £275 per person, visit kiokubyendo.com

Bacchanalia, Mayfair

Bacchanalia will host The Bacchus Ball on 31 December a night of divine revelry that takes over both the main restaurant and Apollo’s Muse in partnership with Dom Pérignon, Château d'Esclans and Belvedere. The evening begins with a welcome cocktail in Apollo’s Muse, before dinner guests are seated in the main restaurant for a spectacular feast accompanied by live opera, electro-classical violin, and a DJ set from 9pm.

From £100 per person, visit bacchanalia.co.uk

Control Room B, Battersea

Housed inside Battersea Power Station, Control Room B has joined forces with Noci, the fresh pasta experts, for an indulgent evening to see in the New Year. Guest will first enjoy a four-course dinner at Noci before strolling to Control Room B, where they are met with a glass of champagne. Attendees are treated to a live DJ, a silent disco and can enjoy the decadent drinks menus for a night to remember.

From £100 per person, visit controlroomb.com

Amazónico, Mayfair

For one night only, buzzy Mayfair spot Amazónico will host a night of vibrant celebration with Tropicalia, a carnival-inspired extravaganza filled with colourful feathers, sparkling installations, and gleaming lights. Expect carnival dancers in dazzling costumes and samba drummers parading throughout the evening, before headliner French DJ duo, Grossomoddo, while savouring South American-inspired plates, champagne and Brazilian cocktails.

From £140 per person, visit amazonicorestaurant.com

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