Christmas Restaurants for Hire in Oxford

Booking costs of Christmas restaurants average £45 per person. 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 Oxford, based on Tagvenue data from December 2025:

You'll find Christmas restaurants 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 Oxford, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (December 2025):

These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Oxford, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Private Dining Room at Gusto Italian Oxford on High Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: We can offer a sit-down meal for up to 50 guests or drinks and canapes for up to 55, with the added benefit of your own bar. Our Private Dining Room is also the perfect setting for business meetings.
• The Assembly Room at Oxford Town Hall on Oxford Town Hall, St. Aldate’s - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Venue said: The Assembly Room has the capacity to accommodate up to 120 guests for a seated meal and up to 200 guests for a reception. Extra space is offered by the adjacent Old Library, so there’s enough room for both dining and dancing.
• Upper Private Dining Room at The Red Lion, Oxford on 14 Gloucester Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Venue said: Choose from our Celebration Menu, Buffet Menu, and Drinks Packages to tailor your event to your specific needs. The Upstairs Private Dining Room provides a refined and versatile setting, perfect for creating memorable occasions.

You'll find some of Oxford's best Christmas restaurants in neighbourhoods like Carfax, known for its central location and energetic holiday atmosphere. Holywell is great if you're looking for a more private and classic setting, with options perfect for traditional Christmas dinners and perhaps a holiday concert. East Oxford, particularly Sandford-on-Thames, offers scenic riverside views and a quieter, more relaxed holiday ambience. Finally, Woodstock, just outside of Oxford, is a good option if you prefer a countryside feel, with elegant and spacious venues for larger holiday gatherings.

These restaurants often have festive decor, heating options for cold winter nights, and private dining areas. Many venues offer Christmas menus with seasonal dishes, fireplaces for a cosy ambience, and audiovisual equipment for entertainment or presentations. Outdoor spaces, though more limited in winter, often include heaters and canopies to accommodate larger groups, making them perfect to celebrate both indoors and outdoors.