Halloween events London: Dine on Champagne and caviar at 1920s murder mystery night at The Ivy

This Halloween, Londoners are invited to take a step back in time for a night of glitz, glamour, and murder...

The Ivy West Street is hosting an immersive murder mystery night complete with Champagne, caviar, and a good portion of whodunnit.

The event will take place inside the historic restaurant on Thursday, October 31.

Guests will be tasked with unravelling a nefarious plot and solving the mystery of “The West Street Murders”. (Cue clap of thunder, lightning flash, menacing laugh...)

The Ivy West Street, which has been in the heart of London’s theatre district since 1917, has seen a vast array of famous faces and interesting characters in its time – if the walls could talk, oh the tales they would tell!

At the “The West Street Murders”, guests will be treated to a bespoke theatrical performance played out in the restaurant, including famous – and infamous – stories from The Ivy’s unique history.

The performance will take guests back in time to the 1920s – the restaurant’s fledgling years and transports them into a fictional history involving celebrity, glamour, and murder...

“The West Street Murders” – A Night of Mystery, Intrigue, Suspense & live music 

Step into the heart of glamour and scandal at The Ivy, where secrets simmer, tensions boil, and someone has met a deadly fate.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of mystery and suspense as we unravel "The West Street Murders"—a gripping, immersive experience where you are part of the action.

The city's most notorious figures will be gathered under one roof: a celebrity chef desperate to protect her reputation, a washed-up jazz musician trying to revive his career, a bartender who hears it all, a ruthless paparazzi with eyes on everyone, and a dazzling starlet hiding potential deadly secrets.

As the night unfolds, so will the drama—all set to the backdrop of live jazz music, adding another layer of excitement to this already captivating affair. Enjoy performances that will set the mood and keep you on edge as you try to solve the mystery!

When a famed restaurant critic winds up murdered, everyone’s a suspect. But as accusations fly and shocking secrets come to light, only one truth will emerge—and you’ll be right there, solving the mystery alongside our cast of colourful characters.

Will you discover the killer before it’s too late?

Will you unlock the hidden motives behind each suspect’s façade?

Test your detective skills, indulge in gourmet food and drinks, and dive headfirst into a thrilling night of deception, drama, and deadly secrets—all while enjoying live jazz music that heightens the tension at every turn.

Tickets and menu

Priced at £120pp, tickets include a welcome glass of Champagne, followed by canapés, a seasonal cocktail, and a three-course dinner, with dishes curated from The Ivy menus from decades gone by.

From devilled quails eggs and oscietra caviar potato blini canapés to a classic crème brûlée, guests will enjoy a series of delectable courses throughout the evening, all expertly prepared by The Ivy chefs and with the restaurant team delivering its renowned, exceptional service. 

Those looking for a Halloween evening of delicious food and drink with friends – with a serving of suspense and dash of murder – can book online now. A word of warning for those who dare; places are limited – so don’t delay, as they are expected to sell out. Dressing the part is invited but not mandatory*.

To book a table at The Ivy West Street’s exclusive murder mystery event, visit OpenTable.