Be done with bog-standard restaurants and try something totally outlandish instead with these immersive, themed meals. As there's no shortage of unique dining destinations in the capital, you could be chowing down among flappers or ploughing through plates at the circus. But where do you find these? Check out our recommendations for the very best immersive dining experiences in London here.
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Last updated on 19th November 2024
@ The Candlelight Club on Various dates from Tuesday 31st December 2024
Immerse yourself in a Gatsby-themed haven at The Candlelight Club in Central London. This speakeasy-themed joint is offering up mouthwatering three-course menus and cocktails, that can be enjoyed alongside a roster of live entertainment. Think jazz or cabaret.
@ Secret London Location on Saturday 28th December 2024 and 50 other Saturdays
Take an all-singing and all-dancing trip into the world of Theatreland with an afternoon at West End Musical Brunch. You'll be treated to bottomless bubbles, a two-course feast and - the pièce de résistance - a fantastic show from some of the finest performers in the industry.
@ President Hotel on Various dates from Thursday 9th January 2025
If you were a fan of the hit TV show Faulty Towers (and let's be honest, who wasn't?), then this is the dining experience for you. Indulge in a scrumptious three-course meal, accompanied by hilarious interactive actors, audience participation and so much more.
If you're looking for something a little different, check out Sherlock: The Official Live Game. Housed in a dedicated secret bar called the Mind Palace, these events will have you cracking cases while sipping cocktails and making your way through a tasty afternoon tea.
If you're after an immersive dining experience, then head along to Monopoly Lifesized's Top Hat Bar & Restaurant. Not only can you enjoy escape-room style challenges and play on its 15m x 15m board, but it also offers some awesome Mr. Monopoly-approved dishes. Yes, please.
@ Pedley Street Station on Various dates from Sunday 29th December 2024
Enjoy a fabulous immersive experience with The Murdér Express. Enjoy gripping entertainment, a murder mystery, along with a four-course menu from renowned Michelin star chef Niall Keeting. This is an event you won't want to miss.
@ Secret London Location on Saturday 11th January 2025 and 11 other Saturdays
If you're looking for a meal with a difference, head to The Greatest Brunch which promises an epic experience, complete with a host of physically unusual performers of several different peculiarities. Taking inspiration from the epic movie, entertainment comes from West End singers, dancers and cabaret acts.
An experience like no other, Supperclub.tube gives you the chance to dine inside a decommissioned London Underground carriage from 1967. The tube still maintains all its original features, including the windows and signs, and it's now located in Walthamstow. You'll feast on a six-course tasting menu of Colombian fare while you're here, created by head chef Beatriz Maldonado Carreño - who has worked in some of Colombia and London's top restaurants.
Glitz, glamour and nipple tassels; if you're in London for immersive dining and also fancy some cabaret, Proud is a fabulous choice. Offering three-course meals for guests, this luxurious restaurant also showcases an abundance of burlesque babes and cabaret acts.
Found inside a beautiful, five-storey townhouse in Soho, The Wands & Wizard Exploratorium gives you the chance to craft your very own magical working wand in their mystical workshop, or try your hand at potion making instead. They're also offering afternoon tea for £47.99 per person, where you'll enjoy an hour and 45 minutes of interactive fun while nibbling on themed sandwiches, scones and sweet treats - with two interactive teas to top it all off.
