Halloween-Inspired Menus To Book For 2024
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Foodie treats for 31 October and beyond
Spooky season has well and truly arrived, so how will you be celebrating Halloween? If you don’t fancy spending hours transforming yourself into Wicked’s Elphaba but still want to mark the day, simply use it as an excuse to book a delicious dinner. A whole host of London restaurants are getting involved by introducing themed food offerings – from afternoon teas to bottomless brunches and murder mystery parties, often complete with live entertainment. Here are the Halloween menus worth booking for 2024.
London Restaurants Hosting Halloween Events
Ixchel’s Masquerade
Chelsea hotspot Ixchel is throwing a Halloween shindig to remember this October. Diners will be treated to a set menu curated by guest chef Olivia Burt in collaboration with head chef Ximena Gayosso Gonzalez, alongside live music throughout the night. The twist? There’s a black tie masquerade dress code, giving the night an edge of intrigue and glamour. Burt’s menu is yet to be announced, but Ixchel is known for its creative, vibrant Mexican fare.
How much? £70pp
When? 31 October 2024
Where? 33H King’s Road, London SW3 4LX
BOOK: sevenrooms.com
Family Afternoon Tea At Pan Pacific London
Looking for some family-friendly Halloween plans that don’t involve trick-or-treating? Pay a visit to Pan Pacific London, the City hotel which has launched an interactive, seasonal afternoon tea in its restaurant Straits Kitchen. Little ones can decorate pumpkin-shaped, orange-flavoured biscuits, while enjoying an array of finger sandwiches (think ham and cheese, and apple slaw) and scones, washed down with some coconut hot chocolate.
How much? From £29 per child
When? Thursday – Monday from 1pm and 4pm
Where? 80 Houndsditch, London EC3A 7AB
BOOK: panpacific.com
Immersive Scream Dinner At The Refinery City Point
Love a horror movie? Head to The Refinery City Point this Halloween, where immersive dining experts Taste Film are bringing classic horror film Scream to life with a cinematic foodie experience. Visitors can watch along while tucking into a six-course menu inspired by key scenes.
How much? From £72.50pp
When? 25 – 27 October 2024, afternoon showing at 1.45pm, evening showing at 6.45pm
Where? 1 Ropemaker St, Barbican, London EC2Y 9HT
BOOK: drakeandmorgan.co.uk
Wicked Wines At La Compagnie des Vins Surnaturels
Neal’s Yard wine bar La Compagnie des Vins Surnaturels is hosting a suitably chic Halloween event, focusing on orange wine and small plates. Guests will have the chance to try four different wines from France, Italy and Slovakia, alongside a selection of nibbles from new head chef Ranieri Raimondi. The menu includes black squid ink tagliolini, pork neck steak with squash, and black pudding stuffed squids with puntarella.
How much? Wines from £11, plates from £15
When? 31 October 2024
Where? 8-10 Neal’s Yard, London WC2H 9DP
BOOK: compagniedesvinssurnaturels.com
Venetian Shadows Halloween Dinner At Bocconcino Mayfair
On 31 October, glitzy Italian restaurant Bocconcino is hosting an evening of food and live music, with a Venetian theme. The menu will include dishes like beef carpaccio, and truffle and parmesan fettuccine, with the option to add free-flowing champagne or bottomless cocktails. Granted, there’s nothing particularly scary about the offering, but guests are being asked to don Venetian masks to add a touch of mystique to the festivities – plus live DJs and themed decor will set the tone for some Halloween fun.
How much? From £85pp
When? 31 October 2024
Where? 19 Berkeley St, London W1J 8ED
BOOK: bocconcinorestaurant.co.uk
Halloween Afternoon Tea At The Stafford London
Halloween afternoon teas aren’t just for the kids: grown-ups will love this offering from five-star hotel The Stafford London. Enjoy an impressive spread of sweet and savoury treats, with special Halloween touches. The signature cake trolley will deliver goodies like the Honey Layer Cake, complete with a spooky edible design, and the White Mousse, which is cleverly transformed into a witch. Pair with a glass of fizz and a cup of tea from the extensive list, supplied by Camellia’s Tea House.
How much? £70pp
When? 28 October – 3 November 2024
Where? 16-18 St James’s Pl, London SW1A 1NJ
BOOK: thestaffordlondon.com
Halloween Night Brunch At Oblix
Celebrate All Hallows’ Eve up in the clouds at Oblix East, one of the restaurants housed within London’s tallest skyscraper, the Shard. The venue is hosting an evening of food, drink and entertainment, which includes a three-course Halloween menu featuring Oblix signatures and Mexican additions (a nod to Day of the Dead). Continuing the theme, esteemed Mexico City bartender Licoreria Limantour has created a special cocktail list – with the option to add bottomless drinks to your festivities. All this can be enjoyed while soaking up panoramic views of the city.
How much? Seated tickets from £62pp
When? 31 October 2024, from 6pm
Where? The Shard, 31 St Thomas St, London SE1 9RY
BOOK: oblixrestaurant.com
Bottomless Masquerade Brunch At COYA
COYA is renowned for its decadent brunch parties, so of course the group’s flagship is throwing a big event this Halloween. Kick off the weekend in style at the restaurant’s Halloween brunch, where you’ll enjoy 90 minutes of free-flowing champagne and cocktails, alongside Peruvian fusion dishes. Live dancers and DJs will get you in the party spirit – and afterwards, you can continue the Halloween festivities at the Pisco Bar afterparty.
How much? £90pp
When? 26 October 2024, 12 – 4.30pm
Where? 118 Piccadilly, London W1J 7NW
BOOK: coyarestaurant.com
Beetlejuice Brunch At Kapara
Eran Tibi’s Soho restaurant Kapara is marking Halloween with a Beetlejuice-inspired drag brunch, complete with free-flowing drinks, performances and mezze. Tuck into dishes like braised lamb shoulder, salt-baked celeriac shakshuka, and pita French toast topped with banana tempura and honey labneh, alongside themed cocktails or champagne. While you dine, enjoy drag performances from Envy The Queen and The Madame.
How much? From £59pp
When? 26 October 2024, 11am – 4pm
Where? James Court, 14 Greek St, London W1D 4AL
BOOK: kapara.co.uk
Jack The Ripper Walks At Discount Suit Company
For some real scares this Halloween, join a Jack the Ripper walking tour with East London speakeasy Discount Suit Company. The evening will begin with a hot punch before embarking on a tour of the notorious serial killer’s haunts around the backstreets of Whitechapel and Spitalfields. You’ll end up back at the bar, where you can get stuck into special Halloween cocktails like Bad Moon Rising, a mix of whisky, sherry, maple and bitters; and the Ray Gun, made with tequila, bitter aperitif, kiwi and Thai basil cordial. For an extra incentive: those who participate in the tour will get 20 percent of their drinks bill at the end.
How much? £25pp
When? 31 October 2024, 6.30 and 8.30pm
Where? 29A Wentworth St, London E1 7TB
BOOK: theumbrellaproject.co.uk
The Ivy
Get your detective hat on at The Ivy’s Covent Garden flagship, which is hosting an immersive murder mystery dinner this Halloween. Guests will be transported back to the 1920s via a theatrical performance centred around the murder of a famed restaurant critic – and tasked with helping uncover the killer. Alongside this, you’ll be treated to a three-course dinner featuring dishes from Ivy menus of the past – from quails devilled eggs and caviar potato blinis to a classic crème brûlée.
How much? £120pp
When? 31 October 2024, from 7.30pm
Where? 1-5 West St, London WC2H 9NQ
BOOK: opentable.com
