kettner's

Originally a series of four Georgian town houses, Kettner’s was first opened as a restaurant by Auguste Kettner, (chef to Napoleon III) in 1867. Popular with colourful characters of the time including Oscar Wilde, Edward VII, Lillie Langtry, Agatha Christie and Bing Crosby, Kettner’s was renowned for hosting incredible parties. Gorgeously glamorous, Kettner’s today boasts a Brasserie, Cocktail and Champagne Bar and seven Private Rooms. The Grade II listed building has been refurbished and restored and with a brand new management team a fresh lease of life has been injected into this legendary Soho venue. Kettner’s elegant 1930’s style Brasserie serves Modern European dishes all day with a range of menus to suit all occasions. Kettner’s is situated in the heart of theatre land and the Set Menu is the perfect choice at lunch and for pre and post theatre dining. Live music from Tuesday to Saturday on a beautiful white grand piano sets the evening ambience. The Cocktail and Champagne Bar has huge a range of over one hundred champagnes, with eleven served by the glass, and an array of seasonal cocktails. The bar has two bookable ‘nooks’ for small groups and every Wednesday hosts ‘Chansons’ from 7.30pm; live music by stylish Chanteuses including acts such as Tempest Rose and The Strumpettes. Amongst Kettner’s Eight private spaces are the two showcase spaces; The Apartment and The Salle De Fête. The Apartment has a members club feel with a secret entrance on Greek Street. The space draws inspiration from a French film director’s lair, with wooden panelled walls, comfy ‘casting’ couches, a bespoke drinks cabinet and a grand piano. The Salle De Fête has an elegant, light and airy penthouse feel and comprises three open spaces; The Salle, The Attic Bar and The Den. Kettner’s also has a variety of smaller rooms which are perfect for meetings and private dining. Let Kettner’s house be your home, whatever the occasion, we aim to entice, delight and entertain.