First-floor private dining room at ZIMA set for a party

Private Hire

Modern Eastern European cuisine in the heart of Soho - dinners, birthdays, parties and full buyouts.

Welcome

The best nights have a way of unfolding on their own - a toast that turns into a speech, a song that gets the whole room singing, a meal that stretches long past dessert.

In the heart of Soho, ZIMA brings together the warmth of Eastern European hospitality with the energy of the neighbourhood.

Classic dishes reimagined, house-infused vodkas, and London’s first Slavic karaoke bar hidden downstairs. From intimate dinners to full venue takeovers, every event here is generous, spirited, and impossible to forget.

Guests celebrating at ZIMA
A toast at ZIMA
Feast spread of Slavic dishes at ZIMA

The table

Food that invites conversation

Blinis, zakuski, sharing plates and desserts - the kind of spread that keeps the night at the table.

Plated Slavic dishes at ZIMA
Sharing plates at ZIMA
Zakuski and sharing food at ZIMA

Kitchen

Cooking from tradition - without being bound by it

Familiar Slavic flavours - rich, hearty, celebratory - prepared with modern technique and seasonal produce. Dishes are designed for sharing: blinis piled high, slow-braised meats, pickles and zakuski that keep the table lively.

Dietary menus are available for vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free guests.

Beverage

Vodka is the heartbeat of ZIMA

Our house-label vodka sits alongside house-infused creations - horseradish, sea buckthorn, cherry and blackcurrant - each one made in-house. Nastoyka is our signature drink, and no truly great night unfolds without it.

The cocktail list balances Eastern European tradition with London flair, while a carefully chosen wine list and zero-proof options ensure everyone finds their drink.

Drinks menu
House drinks and nastoyka at ZIMA

Layout

How the house sits together

Bar & karaoke on the lower level, dining on the ground and first floors, terrace above - one townhouse, three atmospheres.

Floor plan of ZIMA private hire spaces
Event food spread at ZIMA

Menu

Food for your event

We offer dishes from our standard menu and a selection of canapés. Special dishes can be made upon request. See our group dining menu and canapé selection - minimum order for canapés or bowls is 10 per selected item.

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Good to know

Terms in short

  • Minimum spend & service

    All event packages are subject to a minimum spend (incl. VAT). A discretionary 13.5% service charge applies to the final bill. If the minimum spend is not met, the shortfall is charged as room hire.

  • Deposits & payments

    A 10% deposit of the agreed minimum spend confirms the booking. The balance is settled on the day. Deposits are refundable up to 7 days before the date.

  • Menu & numbers

    Final menu selections and dietary requirements must be confirmed in advance. Final guest numbers are due at least 48 hours before the event (1 week for full venue).

  • Food & drink policy

    External food or drink is not permitted unless agreed in writing. Corkage is £40 per 750ml wine bottle. External cakes are welcome with an £8 pp plating fee.

  • Music, photo & conduct

    Music levels are managed by the ZIMA team. Personal photography is welcome; commercial shoots need written approval. The client is responsible for any damage during the event.

Celebration at ZIMA

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