Things to Do Before Dinner in London
Make the Time Before Dinner Part of the Evening
One of the nicest parts of going out in London isn’t always the restaurant itself. It’s the time beforehand.
Instead of waiting for your reservation or wandering the shops, spend the hour before dinner
somewhere you’ll actually remember.
At Iris Avenue, beauty treatments are paired with the hospitality of a cocktail bar, creating an experience
that feels like the start of your evening rather than another errand to tick off.
Whether you’re getting ready for date night, meeting friends or celebrating a special occasion,
Iris Avenue is designed to become part of your London plans.
Why Iris Avenue Works Before Dinner
Unlike a traditional beauty salon, Iris Avenue was designed to encourage people to stay a little longer.
Enjoy a manicure or pedicure with a cocktail, a glass of Champagne, matcha or coffee before walking to dinner feeling relaxed and ready for the evening ahead.
If you’re short on time, manicures and pedicures can also be booked simultaneously, allowing you to enjoy both treatments in one appointment without compromising on the experience.
Perfect Before Dinner Plans
Date Night
Start your evening together with side-by-side treatments before walking to dinner.
A manicure and cocktails create a relaxed beginning to the night that feels much more memorable than arriving separately at a restaurant.
Dinner With Friends
Meet at Iris Avenue before heading out together.
Enjoy treatments, cocktails and conversation before walking to your reservation feeling ready for the evening.
Birthday Celebrations
Whether you’re planning dinner afterwards or celebrating throughout the day, Iris Avenue creates a beautiful start to the occasion.
Anniversary Evenings
Mark the occasion with something that feels considered rather than rushed.
Treatments, drinks and time together make the celebration begin long before the first course arrives.
Beauty Treatments Before Dinner
Some treatments are particularly suited to the hours before an evening out.
For birthdays, celebrations or simply making the evening feel a little more special.
Ideal if you’re wearing open shoes or simply want to feel polished from head to toe.
Wake up your eyes before the evening begins with lash treatments designed to enhance your natural look.
Cocktails Before Dinner
The Iris Avenue Bar is part of the experience.
Choose from cocktails, Champagne, mocktails, coffee or matcha while enjoying your treatment or relaxing before heading to your restaurant.
Rather than waiting at the restaurant for your whole group to arrive, Iris Avenue gives everyone somewhere enjoyable to gather first.
Before Dinner With Friends
Groups can book treatments together before heading out into London.
Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, organising a girls’ evening or simply catching up, Iris Avenue makes the time before dinner feel just as memorable as dinner itself.
Where to Go Afterwards
One of the reasons guests choose Iris Avenue is its location.
After your appointment you’re perfectly placed for dinner across:
-
Fitzrovia
-
Marylebone
-
Soho
-
Oxford Street
-
Mayfair
Whether you’ve booked a neighbourhood restaurant or somewhere for a special occasion, Iris Avenue fits naturally into the evening.
Planning the Perfect Evening
A typical evening might look like this:
5:00pm
Arrive at Iris Avenue.
5:15pm
Cocktails while treatments begin.
6:15pm
Walk to dinner.
The evening starts long before the restaurant.
Who Is This Perfect For?
-
Couples on date night
-
Friends meeting before dinner
-
Visitors exploring London
-
Birthday celebrations
-
Anniversary evenings
-
Pre-theatre plans
-
Business dinners
-
Special occasions