Restaurants host private dinners, celebrations and themed nights. Live music can make the evening, as long as it suits the room and diners can still talk.
Acts that suit restaurants
- Singing waiters: The Undercover Waiters pose as staff before bursting into song. They're available as a solo, a duo or up to a four-piece.
- Piano and guitar vocalists: Adam Press or Phil James for live background music.
- Acoustic duos: Becky & Josh.
- Crooners: the Rat Pack show for a themed night.
Space
Restaurants rarely have a stage. Agree a corner where the performer won't block service routes, the kitchen door or fire exits. A solo act or duo needs very little room.
Volume
Background sets should let diners talk without raising their voices. Agree the level with the act and the restaurant manager before the night.
Timing around service
- Start background music as guests arrive.
- Keep quieter songs during the main course.
- Save singalongs or a surprise for dessert or coffee.
Private dining rooms
A private room makes louder entertainment easier. It's also the best place for singing waiters, who need guests to be seated together.
Quick answers
Do singing waiters work with restaurant staff?
They usually coordinate with the manager, so the surprise fits around service.
Does the restaurant need a licence for live music?
Ask the restaurant. Most that host events already have the necessary permissions.
Next steps
Ask about acts for a restaurant event.
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