Drawing Room at The Sterling

Dining Room in a Restaurant · Semi-private area

  40 reviews  – 
St Mary Axe, 30, London, EC3A 8BF –
Aldgate Station (0.2 mi)
Up to 35
seats
Up to 50
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

Step into our Drawing Room, an elevated enclave nestled to the left of our main bar area. With capacity for up to 50 standing guests or 35 seated guests, it provides an intimate yet spacious setting. Retaining the vibrant ambiance of the main bar, it offers the perfect blend of privacy and liveliness. Ideal for hosting corporate meetings, celebratory parties, and intimate dinners, our Drawing Room boasts its own side entrance for convenient access to our Terrace, enhancing the overall experience.

Event offers and packages

Christmas Party Offers

Christmas Menu
£39 per person
STARTERS
1. Celeriac & apple soup
2. Oak smoked salmon
3. Chicken liver parfait
4. Roasted squash & endive salad

MAINS
1. Roast Norfolk bronze turkey
2. Braised beef shin pie
3. Roast fillet of sea bream
4. Mushroom Wellington

PUDDINGS
1. Christmas pudding
2. Sticky toffee pudding
3. Valrhona chocolate pot
4. Cheese course

Extras:
• Add a bowl of pigs in blankets £7 per bowl
• Add mince pies & chocolate truffles £3 per person
• Add a cheese platter £35
Colston Basset Stilton, Lincolnshire Poacher, Brie de Meaux,
crackers, bread sticks, grapes & chutney

Prices

Monday
17:00 – 22:00
from £1500 min. spend
Per day
17:00 – 22:00
from £1500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:30. All prices include VAT.
The starting price is a guideline only and may vary according to the event and time of the year.
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Tuesday
17:00 – 22:00
from £1500 min. spend
Per day
17:00 – 22:00
from £1500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:30. All prices include VAT.
The starting price is a guideline only and may vary according to the event and time of the year.
Send me a message through Tagvenue for a bespoke quote that's right for your event.
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Wednesday
17:00 – 22:00
from £1500 min. spend
Per day
17:00 – 22:00
from £1500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:30. All prices include VAT.
The starting price is a guideline only and may vary according to the event and time of the year.
Send me a message through Tagvenue for a bespoke quote that's right for your event.
Mentioning your budget will help me propose the best option for your needs.
Thursday
17:00 – 22:00
from £1500 min. spend
Per day
17:00 – 22:00
from £1500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:30. All prices include VAT.
The starting price is a guideline only and may vary according to the event and time of the year.
Send me a message through Tagvenue for a bespoke quote that's right for your event.
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Friday
17:00 – 22:00
from £1500 min. spend
Per day
17:00 – 22:00
from £1500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:30. All prices include VAT.
The starting price is a guideline only and may vary according to the event and time of the year.
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Saturday
Closed
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:30. All prices include VAT.
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Sunday
Closed
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:30. All prices include VAT.
The starting price is a guideline only and may vary according to the event and time of the year.
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Pricing updated by venue 7 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 50
Dining
up to 35

Catering and drinks

In-house catering
External catering not allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol not allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
Projector
PA system / speakers
Air conditioning
Natural light
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Storage space
Quiet space
Accommodation available
Parking available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restriction

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Ground level
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Temporary event notices (TENs) available
Wedding licence

Age policy

Guests under 18 are not allowed

Reviews and ratings

(40 reviews and ratings - )

RJ
Rachel J.
November 2023
Restaurant · 40 guests
Loved how flexible the staff were the entire booking! The staff were attentive and patient for what could have been quite a stressful reservationb
It would have been great to have some sort of cloak room, and a more efficient way of getting the pre-ordered food out to everyone
4.7
PB
Phil B.
July 2023
Private Dining · 30 guests
Excellent venue and great staff. We went there for a double retirement meal with 26 colleagues. Fantastic food, good ambience. Great location. Would book again.
5.0
GC
Gaynor C.
March 2024
Excellent communication
5.0
HD
Hana D.
October 2023
Excellent communication
5.0

About The Sterling

The Gherkin stands out as one of the most iconic skyscrapers in the heart of the City of London. Nestled on its ground floor lies The Sterling, a dynamic bar and restaurant that caters to a myriad of occasions. Whether you seek a casual gathering for after-work drinks, a professional setting for meetings, the ideal venue for corporate events, the elegance for wedding receptions, or a memorable space for special occasions, The Sterling offers versatile options. From intimate work lunches to lavish dinners, our revamped spaces are meticulously designed to elevate your upcoming events.

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