Welcome to Gilgamesh, where the legendary tale of Gilgamesh comes to life in a modern, opulent event space in Covent Garden. With a breathtaking fusion of Pan Asian flavours and immersive Babylonian-inspired décor, we offer the ideal setting for unforgettable celebrations. From intimate gatherings to full venue takeovers, Gilgamesh delivers an unmatched ambiance and attentive service for any occasion.

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Please note: This page is for clients looking to privately hire entire floors or the full venue. For group dining information and bookings, please see our Group Dining page.

EVENT AREA

private events Areas

Elevate your occasion with one of our private events areas or a full venue takeover. Each private area offers an individualised experience, complete with dedicated bars, lighting, and sound systems – customised from the ground up with your own dedicated manager, staffing, bars and sound.

Babylon, Zion, or a Full Venue Takeover.

Select a shared dining banquet with welcome drinks or canapé and bowl menu for standing receptions and tailor your drinks from our cocktail and wine list.

Each area is decorated with intricate detail and stunning aesthetics, setting the stage for a memorable experience. Gilgamesh has the wow factor to impress your guests.

Exclusive areas are subject to a minimum spend, covering food and beverages. We do not charge venue hire.

EVENT Spaces

Our Event Spaces: Babylon, Zion & The Restaurant

ZION

A UTOPIAN OASIS

Zion, meaning Utopia, is situated on the upper level. Ascend to an area of lush exotic greenery, reminiscent of the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, adding an extra layer of enchantment to your visit. The surrounding foliage and atmosphere create a truly magical sanctuary

CAPACITY

SEATED DINING + WELCOME DRINKS
Combination of booth dining on Shared Banquets

42 guests (+/-)

CANAPE + DRINKS RECEPTION
Standing with occasional booth seating

70 guests (+/-)

BABYLON

LUXURIOUS SPLENDOUR AWAITS

Descend to Babylon, a City of Paradise adorned with luxurious splendour. Located on the lower ground, your senses will feast on an opulent blend of dark, intimate ambiance and harmonious cuisine. The mood is dark and sensual with intimate lighting setting the stage for wood-carved walls, intricate design, and sumptuous decor. Truly a feast for the eyes.

CAPACITY

SEATED DINING + WELCOME DRINKS
Combination of booth dining on Shared Banquets

80 guests (+/-)

CANAPE + DRINKS RECEPTION
Standing with occasional booth seating

120 guests (+/-)

THE ROYAL TABLES

OUR GRAND CENTRAL TABLES

Experience the grandeur of Gilgamesh, at a grand central dining table in Babylon or Zion, ensuring an intimate and seamless gathering. Enhance your event with a welcome drinks reception, and enjoy exclusive access to DJ’s with state-of-the-art sound systems, private bars & staffing, audio-visual options, including an 8-foot projector for presentations & private screenings.

ZION ROYAL TABLE

SEATED DINING + WELCOME DRINKS
One Central Table

20 guests (+/-)

BABYON ROYAL TABLE

SEATED DINING + WELCOME DRINKS
One Central Table

25 guests (+/-)

FULL VENUE TAKEOVER

THE ULTIMATE STATEMENT

Experience the drama of a full venue takeover with our unique setting spread across three distinct areas. In our sumptuous dining spaces, intimate booths blend seamlessly with walls adorned in hand-carved wood and glistening bronze. Every detail is carefully crafted, from textured walls to soft, warm lighting, sumptuous velvets, tarnished metals, mirrored surfaces, and exquisite Gold Chinoiserie. An exclusive full venue takeover is across all three distinct areas of Gilgamesh, including the ground floor restaurant.

CAPACITY

CANAPE + DRINKS RECEPTION
Standing with occasional booth seating

250 guests (+/-)

FULL VENUE SEATED DINING
Combination of booth dining on Shared Banquets, includes restaurant dining area

160 guests (+/-)

RESTAURANT SEATED DINING
Combination of booth dining on Shared Banquets

45 guests (+/-)

Culinary Excellence: Event Menus

Our menus offer a sophisticated fusion of Pan Asian flavours, curated to create a vibrant culinary experience. All of our menus promote shared dining family style. Choose from our event menus to suit your needs, featuring seasonal, premium ingredients and a harmony of flavours. All our private event menus are dishes taken from our À la carte menu and can be tailored to your preferences.

Perfect for sharing, from dim sum and sushi to our signature main course dishes. All our food is designed for family style banquet eating, where focus is on a variety of dishes in the centre of the tables.

Pan-Asian delights and small parcels of joy taken from our À la carte menus including sushi, dim sum baskets, small bites are perfect for circulated finger food. Canapés and bowl food selections available.

Tailor your beverage selection with choices from our sommelier-picked wine selection and expertly crafted cocktails. We can tailor any private event bar with exclusions and inclusions on your tab along with guest cash bars.

Tailored Event Bars

We can tailor any event bar inclusions and exclusions to your requirements including welcome drinks, specified bars with nominated drinks and cash bars in tandem, all based on consumption. Choose from our extensive cocktail and wine list.

ENTERTAINMENT, AV & Sound

Each exclusive area also features its own lighting and sound system, with an 8 foot projector screen in Zion, perfect for presentations and videos.

Please note non-amplified live music is permitted through our inbuilt Sound system. Background music is included as standard. We have a roster of talented DJ’s depending on your style. Alternatively, request to bring your own DJ.

For the ultimate add-on with entertainment, we work with reputable and trusted agencies for show-stopping options.

C o v e n t g a r d e n e v e n t s v e n u e

EVENT AREA

private events Areas

EVENT Spaces

Our Event Spaces: Babylon, Zion & The Restaurant