I was looking for an affordable venue in London to celebrate my 30th birthday. This was a challenge as all of the venues I looked at and was interested in had a minimum spend of £1,500 and up, which was very out of budget. However I am so happy I found Sugar Cane as it was in a good location with transport links for my guests. I had an area that accommodated for around 50 guests seated and standing. Myself and my guests had an incredible time. The drinks were great quality and with a range of flavors. Though i didn’t eat, my guests enjoyed the food available. The staff in the venue were exceptionally friendly which added to the vibe of the night. I would highly recommend this venue if you are looking to have a space for an event that isn’t excluded from the rest of the venue. I paid a deposit of £50, which i was able to use to buy myself drinks. Great value for money!
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Top Bars with Function Rooms in London
Bars with private rooms in London average around £750 minimum spend per event, ranging from about £500 to £1,500, or roughly £17 to £120 per person. Choose from semi-private areas, private rooms and whole-bar hire, depending on your group size and how much privacy you want. Compare cocktail bars, pubs, rooftops and function rooms for birthdays, after-work drinks and celebrations, and book free on Tagvenue.
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![Shanghai Lounge at 68&SHANGHAI in Spitalfields, London]()
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityShanghai Lounge
30 guests68&SHANGHAIAldgate East StationSpitalfields, London
#Supervenue
SSofia S.
“The private room was amazing! The perfect size for the party. Loved having a personal bar for the room.” -
![The JubJub at Callooh Callay Shoreditch in Shoreditch, London]()
from £700
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityThe JubJub
40 guestsCallooh Callay ShoreditchOld Street StationShoreditch, LondonSStephanie T.
“Great service, our bartender in the private room was amazing and the space was just what we wanted.” -
![Dark & Stormy 60 guests at LOCKES Bar Covent Garden in Holborn, London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityDark & Stormy 60 guests
60 guestsLOCKES Bar Covent GardenCovent Garden StationHolborn, London
#Supervenue
AAnne Q.
“Fantastic space for a private party with your own bar. Amazing bar staff who made the best cocktails.” -
![Basement Bar at The Oxford Market in Fitzrovia, London]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityBasement Bar
150 guestsThe Oxford MarketOxford Circus StationFitzrovia, London
#Supervenue
AAmar S.
“Booked the basement bar for an engagement party for 65 guests. The venue was amazing!” -
![Backstage at Eastcheap Records in Tower Hill, London]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityBackstage
150 guestsEastcheap RecordsBank StationTower Hill, LondonBBeatrice R.
“Amazing room, private bar had a range of really nice drinks and cocktails everything you could wish for.” -
![The Boudoir Bar at Bar Soho in Soho, London]()
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Boudoir Bar
100 guestsBar SohoLeicester Square StationSoho, London
#Supervenue
RRoni S.
“Great party space with different areas. Option to go downstairs to Bar Soho.” -
![The Underground Speakeasy at Apples & Pears in Tower Hamlets, London]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Underground Speakeasy
60 guestsApples & PearsAldgate East StationTower Hamlets, London
#Supervenue
CCarmel P.
“Great venue for a private party, dedicated area with bar and option for music.” -
![Louie's at Red Dog Saloon Hoxton in Hackney Borough, London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityLouie's
180 guestsRed Dog Saloon HoxtonOld Street StationHackney Borough, London
#Supervenue
AAmanda H.
“Excellent communication from venue manager ahead of booking to sort bar tab/food.” -
![Studio Bar at Maxwell's Bar and Grill in Covent Garden, London]()
from £800
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityStudio Bar
55 guestsMaxwell's Bar and GrillCovent Garden StationCovent Garden, LondonSSarah O.
“For a private room in central London on a Saturday night, the minimum spend price is so decent.” -
![The Vault Bar at Walkers of Whitehall in Whitehall, London]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Vault Bar
300 guestsWalkers of WhitehallCharing Cross StationWhitehall, LondonAAllison T.
“Our guests really enjoyed the space in the private room downstairs.” -
![Captain's Quarters at Rhum Tavern in Marylebone, London]()
from £250
minimum spend / per morningCheck availabilityCaptain's Quarters
80 guestsRhum TavernOxford Circus StationMarylebone, LondonAArthana N.
“The space was amazing and so was the bar staff we had a fantastic time” -
![Private Room & Bar 1st Floor at Clerkenwell and Social in Farringdon, London]()
from £550
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Room & Bar 1st Floor
100 guestsClerkenwell and SocialFarringdon StationFarringdon, London
#Supervenue
AAlastair P.
“Excellent pizzas Private bar and bathroom facilities upstairs”
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Bars with Private Rooms - Tagvenue’s Picks
Based on Tagvenue’s data, as of November 2026, here’s an overview of some of the best spaces you can book for your event in London:
Shanghai Lounge at 68&SHANGHAI
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Basement Bar at The Oxford Market
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Backstage at Eastcheap Records
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| Space type | Bar in a Cocktail Bar | Bar in a Restaurant | Bar |
| Venue | Speakeasy-style cocktail bar in Spitalfields, blending Oriental-inspired drinks with a cozy, intimate vibe. Perfect for birthday parties or small celebrations with BYO DJs and custom playlists. | A lively restaurant and bar near Oxford Circus, featuring a spacious beer garden, a basement bar with a dance floor, and flexibility for DJs and themed cocktails. Ideal for engagement parties, wedding receptions, and birthday celebrations with a fun and casual vibe. | Eastcheap Records is an industrial-chic bar in central London, known for live music, DJ sets, and excellent cocktails. Perfect for lively parties, with a dance floor, PA system, and flexible music options. |
| Booking costs | from £250 minimum spend / per session | from £1500 minimum spend / per day | from £1500 minimum spend / per day |
| Capacity | 22 guests seating, 30 standing | 150 standing | 70 guests seating, 150 standing |
| Location | Spitalfields, London | Fitzrovia, London | Tower Hill, London |
| What users say | ‘Private bathroom, private bar area, cocktails were brilliant. All guests had a lovely time...’ | ‘The basement is spacious and had everything you could need including a private toilet, cloakroom and bar.’ | ‘Great venue and DJ was awesome in the night. Would defo host another private party at the backstage...’ |
FAQs about Top Bars with Function Rooms in London
Booking costs of bars with private rooms average £1000 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in London, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £500 | to £1500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £150 | to £500 | hire fee per event |
| From £17 | to £120 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 2026), the best options include:
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Dark & Stormy 60 guests at LOCKES Bar Covent Garden in Holborn - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Fantastic space for a private party with your own bar.’ -
Shanghai Lounge at 68&SHANGHAI in Spitalfields - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The private room was amazing! The perfect size for the party.’ -
The JubJub at Callooh Callay Shoreditch in Shoreditch - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Great Food, Great drinks, dedicated bar staff. really nice space for an intimate party...’
You'll find bars with private rooms in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in London, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (November 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £600 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 100 guests | prices average £800 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 135 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 1 mi from Central London, available to book on Tagvenue:
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The Leopard Room at BBAR
on 43 Buckingham Palace Road - 0.7 mi from centre.
Venue said: The space provides Wi‑Fi, air conditioning and natural light, plus a step-free guest entrance, wheelchair access and accessible toilets. Ideal for: Small groups seeking a relaxed, conversational cocktail setting or an informal... -
The Vault Bar at Walkers of Whitehall
on 15 Craig's Court Whitehall - 0.9 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Such a fab venue for a private hire party - great location, great food and the whole team was amazing!’ -
Entire Venue at Clipper Lounge EMB
on Victoria Embankment - 1 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘They brought out the food in a timely manner, and the bar service was incredible.’
In London, bars with private rooms are most commonly booked for 30 to 80 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of November 2026:
| Party | Usually between £1,000 and £2,500. |
User who booked The Games Room at Heist Bank for 30 guests
said: ‘Great private space for an intimate party. The staff were fantastic from booking to end.’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between £750 and £2,500. |
User who booked The Boudoir Bar at Bar Soho for 60 guests
said: ‘Awesome location, amazing staff, very reasonable min spend. Was the perfect venue for my birthday party.’ |
| Christmas Party | Usually between £1,500 and £4,800. |
User who booked Whole Venue at Prosecco House for 40 guests
said: ‘Perfect size for our group of around 40 people. It was a great Christmas Party, definitely recommend!’ |
| Engagement Party | Usually between £1,300 and £3,000. |
User who booked Basement Bar at The Oxford Market for 80 guests
said: ‘Everyone had such an amazing time and I can’t wait to book for our next party...’ |
| Drinks Reception | Usually between £850 and £2,500. |
User who booked The Vault Bar at Walkers of Whitehall for 25 guests
said: ‘Cool venue, great food and friendly staff!’ |
Book as soon as your date, group size and budget are confirmed, especially if you need a particular room or a Friday or Saturday. Availability varies by venue and date, so check live availability for your preferred spaces rather than relying on a fixed booking window.
It varies by venue, so check when you book. A private room or whole-venue booking may still be subject to the bar's dress code or entry policy. If you want guests to follow a particular dress code for your event, confirm this with the venue in advance.
Look around Whitehall, Victoria Embankment and South Bank for private bar spaces close to central London. Current Tagvenue options include The Vault Bar at Walkers of Whitehall, 0.9 miles from the centre, the Entire Venue at Clipper Lounge on Victoria Embankment, 1 mile away, and The Drawing Room at BFI Southbank, 1.1 miles away.
Some bars allow BYO alcohol, though a corkage fee may apply. Use the BYO alcohol filter to find suitable spaces, then check the venue's corkage charge and drinks policy before booking. If your main goal is simply to spend less, also compare lower minimum-spend venues and different types of private space.
Your Guide to Hiring Bars with Private Rooms in London
Private area, private room or whole bar — which should you book?
It depends on how much privacy you need and how many people you are hosting. Tagvenue lets you filter by four area types, ranging from a reserved section of a shared bar to exclusive hire of the whole venue.
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Area type |
What you get |
Best for |
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Semi-private area |
A reserved area within a shared bar, separated or set aside for your group but not completely private. |
Casual drinks and groups that don't need complete privacy |
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Private space (private room) |
A separate room reserved exclusively for your group; facilities vary by venue. |
Birthdays, work socials and parties that want privacy from the main bar |
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Whole venue |
Exclusive use of the entire bar. |
Larger groups or events where complete privacy matters |
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Private outdoor space |
A garden, terrace or rooftop section. |
Outdoor drinks, summer parties and informal receptions |
The main trade-off is privacy versus how much space you need. A semi-private area keeps your group together while sharing the wider venue; a private room separates you from other customers; and whole-venue hire means the bar is exclusively yours. Check the individual venue page for facilities such as a private bar, toilets, music and outdoor access.
What size space do you need for your group?
Match the room to your headcount and planned layout. London bars offer everything from compact private rooms for smaller groups to larger function spaces and whole-bar hire for 150 guests or more.
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Group size |
Space to consider |
Verified example |
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Up to 30 people |
Compact private room or bar |
Peony Bar at Opium Chinatown — up to 30 people, from £350 minimum spend |
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Around 30 - 50 people |
Private room or basement bar |
The Drawing Room at The Marquis Cornwallis, Marchmont Street — up to 70 people, from £200 min. spend |
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Around 50-80 people |
Larger private room or function space |
Captain's Quarters at Rhum Tavern — up to 80 people, from £250 minimum spend |
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Around 80 to 120 people |
Large private room or dedicated event space |
The Boudoir Bar at Bar Soho — up to 100 people, from £250 minimum spend |
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150+ people |
Large function space or whole-bar fire |
The Vault Bar at Walkers of Whitehall — up to 300 people, from £1,500 minimum spend |
Capacity alone does not determine the price. Compare the actual minimum spend or hire fee for suitable rooms rather than assuming a larger space will always cost more. Check the capacity for your planned layout too, as a venue may list different limits for seated and standing events.
Choose a bar that suits the occasion
Match the bar style to the occasion, then check the facilities and restrictions that matter for your event.
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Occasion |
Space type to look for |
What to check |
A verified example |
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Milestone birthday |
Private room or basement bar |
Private bar, music or DJ policy, space for dancing, decoration rules |
Basement Bar at Coin Laundry, Clerkenwell — up to 60 people, from £500 minimum spend |
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After-work drinks |
Semi-private area or cocktail bar near a convenient station |
Travel connections, minimum spend, finish time |
The Downstairs Cocktail Bar at LOCKES, Covent Garden — up to 150 people, from £1,500 minimum spend |
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Drinks reception or dinner |
Private dining room or private bar space |
Catering options, drinks packages, seated and standing capacity |
Anise Bar at Cinnamon Kitchen, Spitalfields — up to 150 people, from £1,500 minimum spend |
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Lively party with music |
Private party room or whole-bar hire |
DJ/live music policy, sound system, dance space, finish time or curfew |
Ninth Ward London, Farringdon — up to 140 people, from £2,500 minimum spend (whole venue) |
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Games or activity night |
Games/activities included, equipment, group capacity and any extra charges |
What's included, equipment, group capacity, extra charges |
The Games Room at Heist Bank, Paddington — up to 50 people, from £550 minimum spend |
What is included in a bar hire and what should you check before booking?
What comes with the room varies by venue, so confirm the essentials before you book:
- Total cost and minimum spend: confirm the minimum spend or hire fee, and exactly what counts towards it — drinks only, or food as well.
- Food and drinks: check whether the venue provides catering, allows external catering or permits BYO food or alcohol. If you plan to bring alcohol, ask whether corkage applies.
- Private bar: if you want a bar inside the room rather than access to the venue's main bar, check whether the space has its own bar and whether it will be staffed throughout your booking.
- Music and entertainment: check whether you can play your own music, bring a DJ, or use in-house karaoke or AV, and whether a sound system is provided.
- Timings and curfew: confirm your access time, finish time and any noise curfew.
- Accessibility: check step-free access, accessible toilets and lifts where needed, and confirm any essential requirements directly with the venue.
- Deposit and cancellation: confirm whether a deposit is required, when payment is due and what happens if you cancel or change the booking.
Use Tagvenue's filters to narrow the search before you enquire, including options for BYO alcohol, playing your own music, venue catering and wheelchair accessibility. Then confirm any essential requirements directly with the venue.
Tips:
- Decor and Atmosphere: Tailor the decor to immerse your guests fully in the theme. Use lighting, music, and visual elements to transform the space.
- Custom Menus: Collaborate with the bar's mixologists to create bespoke cocktails that align with your theme. Similarly, themed food menus can add an extra layer of immersion.
- Interactive Elements: Engage your guests with themed activities or entertainment that complements the theme. Whether it's a quiz, a live performance, or a dress-up competition, interactive elements can elevate the experience.
- Local Partnerships: Partner with local artists, performers, and suppliers to add authenticity to your theme and support the community.
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Verified Reviews of Bars with Private Rooms in London
The venue was perfect for my event. Staff were absolutely amazing, flexible and kind. Staff were so helpful throughout and I didn't worry about a thing. Having your own bar staff is such a benefit and the bartender at the end of the night really made sure we didn't waste a drop of wine! The air conditioning made the experience really enjoyable as well. I would highly recommend this venue to anyone looking to plan a party.
Wow what an amazing venue! Kim was phenomenal in the lead up to the party. The bar staff (Mo and Julia I believe) were stand out! We had a themed party and both bartenders were fully engaged and excited about the theme. Every guest said how amazing the bartenders were throughout the night - friendly, engaged, and made some of the best cocktails! I could not recommend this venue enough. I am so happy we decided to choose Apples & Pears - it was the best birthday yet!
Absolutely fantastic place to hold your event! I love that there are different sections for people to interact. All of the games were included in the price which is so good! The service was impeccable from start to finish - Natalie was great putting together a package for me and making sure all details were sent to the venue in advance. The manager on the night along with all his staff were so friendly and attentive. They have a ton of experience with events which made me feel really relaxed! We will definitely be booking again next year for this event.
Held my 40th birthday on the ground floor, reserving the area by the window. It was a bit of a tight squeeze for 20 people, but the bar, drinks and food were great. I booked 2 weeks before the date and Steve was really responsive and did a video tour of the bar and the area I could reserve. As I’d never been to the bar before this was really really helpful. Lots of positive comments from my friends on the bar, atmosphere and food. Cocktails were delicious!
Rus was amazing in helping me organise everything as I booked for my birthday with about 20 people, especially when I was asking lots of questions. The venue was absolutely perfect and an amazing location. Very chill music and the bathrooms are also really clean and spacious. All my friends loved the bar and one even said it was his new favourite place in London because it was such a relaxed environment.
Thank you to all at Bar 28West. We had the most amazing wedding reception and your staff were brilliantly attentive to our needs. I wouldn’t hesitate to have another party at this fantastally situated venue. Calvin.
Everything about this experience was great - from negotiating the package of food and drinks to order, to responsive communication, accommodating question before hand, to the actual evening event. The space is stylish, intimate and the staff were lovely and attentive. All our guests were blown away by such a central, culturally interesting location (and we were surprised how reasonable the evening and costs were). Can't recommend the space enough.
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