Top Bars with Function Rooms in Reading
Reading’s full of surprises, you just need to know where to look. Tucked behind its busy bars and shiny cocktail spots are bars with private rooms made for every kind of get-together. Big birthday? Quiet catch-up? Strategy session that needs a side of espresso martinis? Done. These spaces mix charm with a touch of secrecy, so you can celebrate, collaborate, or simply unwind without the crowd. Let’s find the one that feels like it was made for your moment.
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from £1500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityRooftop terrace & Bar
100 guestsMarket HouseReading Town CentreCChristine A.
“Staff very friendly and helpful - great party venue being rooftop bar and nice evening. Food was excellent too” -
from £500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityFirefly Cellar Bar
150 guestsThe Three Guineas - Firefly Cellar BarReading Town Centre#Supervenue
HHolly L.
“Bar and food service was excellent and staff communicated fantastically throughout.” -
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBasement Bar
60 guestsBe At One ReadingReading Town Centre#Supervenue
MMichelle S.
“Great communication prior to event. Mum’s 50th Birthday. Friendly staff, great venue, great drinks.” -
from £750
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityMezzanine
60 guestsMarket HouseReading Town CentreCClaire W.
“The event planning, the staff and support on the day, the fantastic food and incredible space we hired.” -
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityTank Lounge & Terrace
130 guestsZerodegrees Microbrewery Bar and RestaurantReading Town CentreTank Lounge & Terrace is a Lounge in Zerodegrees Microbrewery Bar and Restaurant, notable for its adjoining private terrace and direct views into the brewery tanks.
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from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFirst Floor Bar
150 guestsSlug & Lettuce Reading, Friar StreetReading Town CentreLocated in the city of Reading in the heart of its party district, Slug and Lettuce Reading is a contemporary and decadent bar and restaurant which prides itself on offering its guest some amazing drinks, even better food,
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from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
160 guestsBe At One ReadingReading Town Centre#Supervenue
AAlana R.
“Brilliant event space. Small enough that makes the room feel packed with 30+ people. Great lighting.” -
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBar Area
200 guestsCalico Bar & EateryReading Town CentreThis stylish bar is available for exclusive hire. It includes full use of the main bar area along with the Library Lounge and the Basement Bar. The venue can fit up to 200 guests.
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from £3000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
300 guestsZerodegrees Microbrewery Bar and RestaurantReading Town CentreFrom relaxed drinks receptions on our outdoor terrace and stylish garden booths, to private parties in our exclusive Tank Lounge with its own bar, balcony, and facilities, Zerodegrees offers a memorable experience tailored
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from £4000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
300 guestsBoom Battle Bar ReadingReading Town CentreReady, Reading? Boom Battle Bar has crash-landed in Station Road and it’s bringing next-level nights out with it. Whether you're planning a wild night with friends, a corporate social, or a celebration with a twist, this
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from £10000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityTrading Hall
300 guestsMarket HouseReading Town CentreThe Vault – Unique glass-roofed space with ping pong tables and the option to play your own music. Club Shuffle – Home to our 22ft shuffleboards and interactive mini golf, perfect for interactive fun.
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from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Vault
80 guestsMarket HouseReading Town CentreMarket House caters for cocktail lovers, beer enthusiasts and even those who prefer the fate of the barman’s recommendation. Love sourdough pizza? Well so do we!
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FAQs about Top Bars with Function Rooms in Reading
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 Reading, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £500 | to £1542 | minimum spend per event |
| From £25 | to £45 | per person |
| From £24 | to £2981 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
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Entire Venue at The Jazz Café in Reading - rated 5/5
Venue said: When you book with us, you will have exclusive access to the venue for the agreed duration, allowing you to fully enjoy your special occasion. Our well-stocked bar, complete with professional bartenders, will cater to your... -
Rooftop terrace & Bar at Market House in Reading Town Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Staff very friendly and helpful - great party venue being rooftop bar and nice evening.’ -
Firefly Cellar Bar at The Three Guineas - Firefly Cellar Bar in Reading Town Centre - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The venue itself was gorgeous and the perfect space for everyone of all ages.’
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 Reading, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 90 and 150 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 160 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Reading, available to book on Tagvenue:
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First Floor Bar at Slug & Lettuce Reading, Friar Street
on 7 Friar Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: As the night roll in the lights go down and they transform into one of the best clubs in the area, this is the perfect place to dance the night away. Our fabulous first floor bar is available for up to 150 guests, or up to... -
Music Room at O'Neill's Reading
on 4 Friar Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: O'Neill's Reading is an Irish pub in the town. Food, live sport, drinks offers, and music are all available. -
Rooftop terrace & Bar at Market House
on 1 Market Place - 0.1 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Staff very friendly and helpful - great party venue being rooftop bar and nice evening.’
Smaller bars with private rooms usually fit up to 60 guests standing. Here are some great options in Reading, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
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Cocktail Masterclass at Boom Battle Bar Reading, rated 5/5 - bar for 50 guests
Venue said: Design: The bar has low ceilings, a patterned ceiling treatment and coloured LED uplighting that creates a theatrical, nightclub-style interior. The back bar features backlit shelving of spirits and a long wooden counter... -
Glass Window Area at Zerodegrees Microbrewery Bar and Restaurant - event space for 40 guests
Venue said: The furnishing is deliberately informal, dominated by high-top tables and bar stools that leave the plan open. Features: The Glass Window Area includes venue Wi‑Fi and a music policy that allows hosts to use their own playlists... -
Basement Lounge at Calico Bar & Eatery, rated 5/5 - lounge for 40 guests
Venue said: The venue includes three private hire options. The Library Lounge is a cosy room with plush seating for parties or work sessions. The Basement Bar offers an exclusive underground space for up to 30 guests.
Cheap bars with private rooms in Reading start from £250 minimum spend per event or £10 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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First Floor Bar at Slug & Lettuce Reading, Friar Street, from £250 minimum spend per event (up to 150 guests standing)
Venue said: As the night roll in the lights go down and they transform into one of the best clubs in the area, this is the perfect place to dance the night away. Our fabulous first floor bar is available for up to 150 guests, or up to... -
Drinks Area at The Cocktail Club Reading, from £10 per person (up to 20 guests standing)
Venue said: A space for social gatherings, after-work drinks, networking events, and celebrations. Located within the venue, the drinks area has easy access to the bar, useful for guests settling in for cocktails. -
Upstairs Area at The Coconut Tree Reading, from £24 hire fee per event (up to 100 guests standing)
Venue said: Upstairs Area, a Dining Room in a Restaurant, a semi-private mezzanine dining space characterised by informal timber seating and bench-style tables. Design: The upstairs area presents warm timber tables, patterned seat cushions...
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