After Work Drinks to Book in London

The vast majority of after work drinks venues in London are priced based on minimum spend, which means that you’re actually hiring the venue for free! Minimum spend is a set amount of money that must be spent on drinks and food at the venue during your event. The cost depends on the size of the venue and the duration of your booking, but in London you can find a minimum spend for as low as £50 per session. However, most venues average between £250 and £3,000 per session, but they can reach as high as £50,000! If you prefer to pay a hire fee, expect them to start at approximately £8 per hour or £20 per session. Most per person packages will be priced somewhere between the £10-£100. (All data from Tagvenue.)

London offers plenty of opportunities to kick back and have fun after a long day at work. Bars and pubs are the most obvious spots to go for after-work drinks. They're a classic, and you can't really go wrong with their wide selection of alcohol and delicious snacks. If you're in the mood for partying, nightclubs are the answer, but if you’re feeling the opposite, consider hiring a private room in a restaurant. When the weather is right, you should definitely check out some outdoor spaces, because there’s nothing better than getting some fresh air after a full day in the office!

For those on the lookout for more unique ways of unwinding, we recommend spots that provide not only drinks, but also entertainment: karaoke bars, bowling venues, or games rooms!

We definitely have a few great options for you if you're looking for a space that will fit your entire office! London offers after-work drinks venues of all sizes, so no matter how many people are coming, you should be able to find the perfect fit.

• The Hideaway at Be At One Liverpool Street - with a private bar and comfortable booths, this modern space offers everything you need for a memorable night out in a great location. It can fit up to 150 guests, which is quite a crowd already!
• Balls Brothers Austin Friars - another great venue near the Liverpool Street Station. You can hire the entire space, split across three levels! It’s a vast bar that can accommodate up to 180 seated guests or even 350 standing, so everyone should fit easily!
• Karaoke Function Room at Simmons | Farringdon - a capacity of 120 standing makes this room ideal for large groups that are looking for a private space. The vibrant interior of the venue The venue's vibrant interior will definitely be a great contrast to the boring white walls and furniture of your office.

• The Rooftop Terrace bar at Doggett's Coat and Badge - if you’re looking for a space with great drinks and fresh air, this is the right place for you! This venue can accommodate up to 40 people sitting or 220 standing. The surrounding greenery makes for a great escape from London’s hustle and bustle.

London is filled with amazing spots that are perfect for after-work drinks and you will find them on our website! Feel free to browse through them all and read the guest reviews, but to make things easier for you we’ve prepared a shortlist of some of our most loved venues:

• Lockes Bar in Holborn. This cosy, family-owned space offers the option to hire  one of their separate levels or go for the whole venue, depending on your needs. 
• Lost Society in Battersea. It’s a versatile venue with a lounge room and an outdoor space, and is designed in an elegant yet quirky style.
• Heist Bank in Paddington. It might be one of the most entertaining venues out there, and features a dedicated Games Room, a pool table area, and a karaoke set!
• Studio48 Bar & Kitchen in Camden. If you’re looking for a spot filled with colour, vibrant lights, and fun vibes, this quirky bar is the way to go! It’s the perfect venue to serve as an oasis away from the stress of everyday life.
• SAMA Bankside in Southwark. The industrial-style venue, set in a twin railway arch, offers a wide selection of spaces for hire. Whether you’re a group of 10 or 300, you can find the perfect spot at SAMA!