Royal National Theatre

What a fabulous way to make a celebration into an event! Hitch your party to one of the world-class performances at the Royal National Theatre and it will raise the elegance and excitement stakes to a new high. There are terrific facilities for launches, receptions and meetings as well as wonderful rooms for great meals. Named for shining lights of the stage, private rooms include the Richardson, Gielgud and Ashcroft rooms as well as the mezzanine, and foyer areas outside the Olivier Stalls and Lyttelton Theatre, as well as the Terrace Cafe with its river views. The decor is modern elegant with dramatic spaces and lighting and the sizes range from perfect for a half-dozen to comfy for three hundred. What's cooking? Modern European. Try starter of grilled goats cheese salad with sweet pepper dressing, main of orast loin of lamb with fennel potato rose, crushed minted peas and ruby port sauce, and pud of tiramisu with whisky and honey coulis.Average price - £24 (€36)Founder's Arms 52 Hopton St London SE1 There isn't a wealth of pubs and bars in this area but this is certainly one for the view as it is perched right on the banks of the River Thames. Stunning views of St Paul's to be had from this down to earth pub offering traditional ales. Much coveted outdoor tables in the summer.