Private Dining at SUSHISAMBA Covent Garden
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Covent Gardenarea
About this space
Flexible seating arrangements for standing or seated events
Semi-private area accommodating up to 80 guests
Exclusive hire options for full venue
Hidden speakeasy bar for intimate gatherings
Booth seating remains in place during standing receptions
Tables can be removed for open layout
Japanese, Brazilian, and Peruvian fusion cuisine
Robata grill for live cooking experience
Diverse cocktail and beverage menu
Central Covent Garden location
Virtual tour available for venue viewing
From a lunch meeting to an intimate meal to a full blown celebration, our Private Dining Room is situated in one of the oldest parts of the original market building, the South Pavilion. This intimate space comes complete with its own private balcony, perfect for welcome drinks or a post dinner cigar. The room offers ultimate flexibility: reversible Japanese screens with faceted mirrors on one side and traditional Japanese pastoral scenes on the other easily transform the space for business or pleasure.
Features
Wifi
Private Balcony
Food & Drink
Professional Kitchen
Space
Outdoor Space
20m² (215ft²)
Ceiling Height 2m (7.9ft)
Licenses
Licensed Until 1am
TENs Available
Capacities
15 Boardroom
16 Buffet
10 Cabaret
16 Dining
6 U-Shaped
16 Wedding
Guide prices
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Business
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Minimum spend
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£650 / Minimum spendMinimum spend
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£100 / Minimum spendDining
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Minimum spend
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£650 / Minimum spendMinimum spend
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£100 / Minimum spendEvents
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Minimum spend
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£2,500 / Minimum spendMinimum spend
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£1,000 / Minimum spendMinimum spend
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£650 / Minimum spendMinimum spend
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£100 / Minimum spendGreat for a...
Flexible layouts accommodate networking Corporate Event
- • Semi-private area accommodates 80 standing guests for networking
- • Tables remove easily to create open mingling space
- • Central Covent Garden location ensures easy client access
Hidden speakeasy creates intimacy Private Dining
- • Exclusive speakeasy bar accommodates 30 guests standing
- • Japanese-Brazilian-Peruvian fusion menu offers unique dining experience
- • £2.5k minimum spend provides accessible luxury dining
Exclusive hire delivers celebration Christmas Party
- • Full venue hire accommodates 300 standing or 116 seated
- • Robata grill provides live cooking entertainment
- • Booth seating creates intimate conversation areas
Location
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SUSHISAMBA Covent Garden Covent GardenUKCovent Garden WC2E 8RFLondon
Covent Garden Underground Station
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Frequently asked questions
What are the minimum spend requirements for exclusive hire at SUSHISAMBA Covent Garden?
Exclusive hire minimum spends start from £45,000 excluding VAT and service charge. For specific events, minimum spends vary: £25,000 excluding VAT for some evening events, with an additional 15-18% service charge applied. All minimum spends exclude VAT and service charges.
What are the capacity limits for different event configurations?
The venue can accommodate up to 300 guests standing or 116 seated for exclusive hire. For semi-private restaurant bookings, the maximum is 80 guests standing across multiple tables with drinks reception space near the sushi counter.
What additional mandatory costs apply beyond the minimum spend?
Security is mandatory at £300 including VAT for 2 additional security personnel. Furniture removal costs up to £2,000-£3,000 including VAT depending on requirements and final guest numbers. Service charges range from 15-18% on the food and beverage minimum spend.
What are the standard event timings and access arrangements?
Evening events typically run from 18:00 to midnight for exclusive hire. Access is usually provided from 17:00 onwards with guest arrival from 18:30. Semi-private bookings run from 6pm till close.
How far in advance can events be booked?
Semi-private areas are bookable two months in advance. For exclusive hire events happening within a week, confirmation is required by 4pm the day before to secure the booking.
What is the Speakeasy bar option and its pricing?
The Speakeasy bar is a unique, intimate hidden space accommodating up to 30 guests standing. It has a minimum spend of £2,500 including VAT, excluding 15% service charge, making it suitable for smaller networking events and private parties.
Are there different minimum spends for group bookings versus exclusive hire?
Yes, group bookings start from £150 per person in December, while exclusive hire minimum spends start from £45,000 excluding VAT. Semi-private restaurant areas have minimum spends from £15,000-£18,000 including VAT excluding service charge.
What booking confirmation and hold procedures apply?
Dates are only held upon specific request and are not automatically reserved. For events happening within a week, venue confirmation is required by 4pm the day before. The venue does not charge hire fees but requires confirmation of minimum spends and additional charges.
What setup flexibility is available for different event styles?
For standing receptions, tables can be removed to create a more open layout, though booth seating remains as part of the fixed layout. The venue can accommodate both seated dinners and standing cocktail receptions with appropriate furniture arrangements.
What are the service charge rates for different event types?
Service charges vary by event type: 15% for most bookings including the Speakeasy bar and some exclusive hire events, 18% for other exclusive hire events. Service charges are calculated on the food and beverage minimum spend and are mandatory.
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