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Events

What is the minimum spend requirement for the Private Dining Room?

The minimum spend is £4,500 on food and beverage excluding the 12.5% service charge, which includes complimentary room hire. For smaller events, there's a £2,000 minimum spend including VAT on food and beverages, also excluding the 12.5% service charge.

What are the capacity limits and seating arrangements available?

The Private Dining Room accommodates up to 36 guests in boardroom style. Theatre-style seating for 50 guests can be arranged in the Private Dining Area, with reception space available in the adjacent Private Dining Room for standing events.

What food and beverage options are available and at what prices?

Canapés are priced at £35 per person for 5 pieces or £55 per person for 10 pieces. Bowls start from £40 per person, sharing boards are £36 per person, and 3-course dinner menus start from £80 per person. House wine starts from £40 per bottle, house champagne from £99 per bottle, bottled beer £8, and soft drinks £6 per serving.

What additional charges apply beyond the minimum spend?

A discretionary 12.5% service charge is added to all food and beverage bills. VAT at 20% applies to most items. Any required AV equipment like microphones and chairs must be outsourced through external suppliers at additional cost.

What is included with the room hire?

Room hire includes full dinner setup, complimentary bread basket, tea and coffee service, petit fours, menu cards, and place cards. The space features ceiling-to-floor windows providing abundant natural daylight.

How long can events run and what are the typical timings?

Events can run from early morning (8:30am) through to venue close (typically 11pm). Most evening events run from 5:00pm to 11:00pm, while day meetings typically operate from 8:30am to 5:30pm.

What AV equipment is available and how is it provided?

Basic AV requirements like microphones and presentation chairs must be outsourced through external suppliers, with costs quoted separately. The venue can accommodate screens and standard presentation equipment but these are not included in the base pricing.

How far in advance do I need to book and what is the hold policy?

Spaces can be held temporarily for enquiries, but holds are released if no confirmation is received within a specified timeframe. The venue requires confirmation and feedback from clients to maintain provisional bookings.

Can the space accommodate different event formats on the same day?

Yes, the venue can accommodate combination events such as day meetings transitioning into evening cocktail receptions and private dining. Theatre-style setups can be arranged alongside adjacent reception areas for multi-format events.

What is the contact information for bookings and enquiries?

Contact Giada Panti, Sales and Events Coordinator, at +44 020 7447 1064 or giada.panti@comohotels.com. The venue is located at 19 Old Park Lane, London W1K 1LB.