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Top Cocktail Bar Venues in London
From the smoky speakeasies of Shoreditch to sleek sippers in Mayfair, London’s cocktail scene is pure theatre—and you’re the star. Behind every hidden door or neon-lit entrance lies a mixologist ready to shake up something special. Planning a date night, client do, or birthday bash? The city’s top cocktail bars are ready to serve. Let’s get you booked into one worth raising a glass in. Browse and book today!
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![Entire Venue at Smiths Cocktail Bar in Hammersmith, London]()
from £800
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110 guestsSmiths Cocktail BarHammersmith StationHammersmith, London
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GGajaluxshan S.
“Celebrated our engagement at the smith’s cocktail bar.” -
![The Famous Cocktail Bar at The Famous Cock Tavern in Highbury, London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Famous Cocktail Bar
100 guestsThe Famous Cock TavernHighbury & Islington StationHighbury, LondonAAmazing B.
“I had an amazing evening thanks to the Famous Cocktail Bar!” -
![The Gallery Bar at Dirty Martini St. Paul's in Bank, London]()
from £200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Gallery Bar
50 guestsDirty Martini St. Paul'sSt. Paul's StationBank, London
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EEdward R.
“We hired the Gallery Bar which is perfect as a semi private event space.” -
![The Speakeasy at MNM in Tower Hill, London]()
from £450
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Speakeasy
60 guestsMNMTower Hill StationTower Hill, London
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EEmilie
“Fantastic bartenders and space!” -
![Window Tables at LOCKES Bar Covent Garden in Holborn, London]()
from £5
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityWindow Tables
50 guestsLOCKES Bar Covent GardenCovent Garden StationHolborn, London
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TTom M.
“I find a lot of cocktail bars actually make mediocre drinks, but these guys know what they are doing!” -
![OPEN AREAS at The Lucky Pig Cocktail Bar in Fitzrovia, London]()
from £10
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityOPEN AREAS
80 guestsThe Lucky Pig Cocktail BarGreat Portland Street StationFitzrovia, London
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KKelsey C.
“Celebrated my partner’s 35th Birthday at The Lucky Pig Cocktail Bar. Guests had a great time.” -
![The Martini Den at Dirty Martini St. Paul's in Bank, London]()
from £100
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Martini Den
40 guestsDirty Martini St. Paul'sSt. Paul's StationBank, London
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SS
“Really did have an amazing night with them, would 100% recommend booking the gallery bar for a private event!” -
![Cocktail Cabinet at Dirty Martini Monument in Tower Hill, London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCocktail Cabinet
100 guestsDirty Martini MonumentBank StationTower Hill, LondonAAngel B.
“We loved having our own bar and the space to dance and social properly.” -
![Private Cocktail Lounge at Patch St Paul's in Blackfriars, London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Cocktail Lounge
65 guestsPatch St Paul'sBlackfriars StationBlackfriars, London
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NNice N.
“The bar staff were amazing and friendly throughout the night, and the room was really nice” -
![The Downstairs Cocktail Bar at LOCKES Bar Covent Garden in Holborn, London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Downstairs Cocktail Bar
150 guestsLOCKES Bar Covent GardenCovent Garden StationHolborn, London
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MMark B.
“Great bar, friendly staff. Delicious pizza. Great venue for a casual celebration with a larger group ad well!” -
![The VAULT at Bar Silver in Angel, London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe VAULT
100 guestsBar SilverAngel StationAngel, LondonCConnor
“The weekend just gone I hosted my 30th in the basement space of The Ladybird Bar.” -
![The Hideaway at Exhibit in Balham, London]()
from £400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Hideaway
50 guestsExhibitBalham StationBalham, London
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AAkta B.
“The room was perfect, the bar staff were amazing and so friendly and it was easy to set up.”
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Celebrate at Top Bars for Birthday Parties
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“Booked The Cocktail Club for a 30th birthday party and it was an excellent night!”
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“Had my 50th Birthday party there 2 weeks ago Saturday night..Hired the quirky House Party room....”
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“Booked this venue for a 60th birthday party for 80 guests.”
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“Hired the room for a 50th birthday party. Perfect size and location.”
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“I hired the Clubhouse at the Coach Makers Arms to have a surprise birthday party for my girlfriend's 30th.”
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“Booked for a 30th Birthday party for 35 people.”
Drink and Dine at London’s Fantastic Drinks Reception Bars
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“The food and drinks service ran smoothly, and the setup for our wedding drinks reception looked great.”
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“A perfect event for an alumni gathering. Great service, comfy venue, good soundtrack, great waitstaff.”
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“Perfect venue for my 24th party and definitely would host an event there again!”
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“Private bathroom, private bar area, cocktails were brilliant. All guests had a lovely time”
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“Would recommend for anyone looking to book out a bar in London!”
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“Great bar staff, good location, thoroughly enjoyed our event!”
Pick from Most Attractive Bars for Live Music Events
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“The whole event was a success, everyone made to feel at home, bar service and cocktails 10/10.”
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“Would definitely recommend to anyone else looking to book this venue.”
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“We also hired the karaoke room which was a lot of fun. The pizzas we preordered were great value and quality.”
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“We booked a private space and it was really cost.”
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“The bar staff, management, security and cloakroom attendant were all so friendly and helpful.”
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“Overall, the venue is lovely, the staff helpful and the value for money on the booking was fantastic.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Booking costs of cocktail bars average £800 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 April 2026:
| From £500 | to £1500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £25 | to £40 | per person |
| From £250 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated April 2026), the best options include:
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Entire Venue at Smiths Cocktail Bar in Hammersmith - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Interior gives a proper cocktail bar club feel. Our guests were really impressed.’ -
The Speakeasy at MNM in Tower Hill - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘really enjoyed the space, bartenders were really kind and understanding, cool looking venue and cool access...’ -
The Famous Cocktail Bar at The Famous Cock Tavern in Highbury - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘We had a great time at the Famous Cocktail Bar.’
You'll find cocktail bars 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 (April 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 100 guests | prices average £550 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 110 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 1.2 mi from central London, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Full Venue Hire at Tequila Mockingbird Charing Cross
on 42 William IV Street - 1.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Just a short walk from Covent Garden, Charing Cross, and Leicester Square tube stations. Strut down the stairs into an underground wonderland of sass and cocktails. -
Saddle Room at The Coach House
on 7 Oxendon Street - 1.2 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘The pub is in a great location, very central. The staff were amazing and made our party unforgettable!’ -
Full Venue Hire at Miradora Rooftop
on 10th floor, above Assembly Hotel 31 Charing Cross Rd - 1.2 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Stunning views, brilliant staff, delicious food….. everything was just perfect. To be highly recommended.’
You should aim to book 4–6 weeks in advance for peak evenings (especially Thursdays and Fridays) or during the holiday season. Premium venues and centrally located bars can fill up quickly, particularly in Soho and Fitzrovia. For larger groups or exclusive hire, it's best to confirm at least 2 months ahead.
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