Christmas Restaurants for Hire in York

Booking costs of Christmas restaurants average £32 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 York, based on Tagvenue data:

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 York, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):

These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central York, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Full Venue Hire at Slug and Lettuce York on 26 Back Swinegate - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: Located in the heart of York City Centre, Swine gate - it's the perfect location for lunchtime coffees and food and then weekend evenings it makes for the perfect cocktail bar/dance atmosphere with effect lighting.
• Entire Venue at Bombay Spice on 58 Goodramgate - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: With two upstairs dining rooms and a downstairs bar, it works perfectly for both drinks receptions and seated dinners. The space is air-conditioned and decorated with floral arrangements.
• Dining Room at Damastique on 63 Goodramgate - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: Damastique is set in the city centre of York. It is offering a fully halal menu of traditional Syrian dishes. The warm, inviting space is ideal for group dinners, family celebrations, or cultural events.

Smaller Christmas restaurants usually fit up to 35 guests seated. Here are some great options in York, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

• Dining Room 2 at Bombay Spice - dining room for 18 guests
  Venue said: Our contemporary private dining rooms and restaurant spaces can accommodate group gatherings, with a set menu available and service provided by our friendly staff.

• Private Dining Room at Bill's York Restaurant, rated 5/5 - dining room for 24 guests
  Venue said: Bill's York Restaurant is a perfect spot for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Our building is an early 18th-century house standing on Coney Street that has functioned as a major commercial street in York since the Roman era.

• Upstairs Private Dining Room at Brancusi - dining room for 35 guests
  Venue said: The Upstairs Private Dining Room is a separate space above the main restaurant, offering a quieter setting for private meals and small gatherings. The room features tall wood-paneled walls, restored moldings, and a sash window.

Cheap Christmas restaurants in York start from £15 per person or £30 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

• Dining Room at Eagle & Child, from £16 per person (up to 24 guests seated)
  Venue said: The Dining Room provides attentive on-the-day support and well-timed food service for private events, and the space is consistently described as comfortable and characterful.

• Upstairs Area at Royal Oak, from £30 hire fee per event (up to 30 guests seated)
  Venue said: The Upstairs Area at the Royal Oak is a private event space with plenty of traditional pub character, featuring exposed timber beams and leaded windows that reflect the building’s historic style.

• The Pioneer Room at Mercure York Fairfield Manor Hotel, from £30 hire fee per hour (up to 40 guests seated)
  Venue said: The Pioneer Room has a capacity of up to 40 guests in a theatre layout. Perfect for medium to small corporate events, meetings, and training days.

Christmas slots, especially Fridays and weekends in December, fill up quickly. For groups of 20 or more, it’s best to book at least 6–8 weeks in advance to ensure you get your preferred venue and date.

Most restaurants, such as Malmaison York, Sora, and The Ivy offer curated Christmas menus or festive set meals. You can usually preview menus via the venue's Tagvenue listing or message the manager directly to discuss options for your group.