City workers know the best deals are struck over Negronis. In Bank, cocktail bars double as stylish escapes with low-lit lounges, rooftops near Fenchurch Street, and marble bars with bartenders who know their way around a twist of citrus. If you're planning a client mixer or a celebration that deserves polished glassware, this is the postcode to be in. But the trick? Booking one that still has space during the silly season. That’s where Tagvenue steps in. Search, filter, and book in under ten minutes. No spreadsheets. No back-and-forth. Just the right vibe, right when you need it.
Booking costs of cocktail bars average £1500 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 Bank, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £500 | to £3000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £10 | to £69 | per person |
| From £1500 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
Drinks Area at The Cocktail Club Monument
in Bank - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Lovely staff, pretty venue, great drinks on offer, decent central location and decent pricing...’
Entire Venue at The Listing
in Bank - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The venue itself is cool and a great location.’
Basement Bar at Be At One Monument
in Bank - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Couldn't thank you all for making our night so memorable...’
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 Bank, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £800 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 75 and 100 guests | prices average £1650 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 130 guests | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event |
Smaller cocktail bars usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Bank, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
Drinks Area at The Cocktail Club Mansion House, rated 4.6/5 - event space for 30 guests
Venue said: A reserved booth area within the venue, set apart from the main floor. The space includes leather seating around an illuminated table, useful for smaller groups looking for a more private setting.
The Snug at Vagabond Monument, rated 4.6/5 - event space for 30 guests
Venue said: Situated on the ground floor, The Snug is a beautifully inviting, semi-private space perfect for smaller gatherings of up to 35 guests. It offers a warm, close-knit environment tucked away within our modern City venue, making...
Private Dining Room at The Hydrant, rated 4.7/5 - dining room for 15 guests
Our user said: ‘We booked the small private upstairs room for 11 people for my sister's hen party and had a wonderful time!’
Cheap cocktail bars in Bank start from £10 per person or £400 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
Flower Area at The Cocktail Club Mansion House, from £10 per person
(up to 30 guests standing)
Venue said: The space is set up for group gatherings and social occasions, with floral interior detail and dimmable lighting. It works for after-work drinks, networking events, birthdays, and celebrations.
Partners Room at The Counting House, from £400 minimum spend per event
(up to 50 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Excellent evening for a birthday party of about 30 people with lovely and attentive staff.’
The Briefing Room at F1 Arcade, St Pauls, London, from £1000 hire fee per event (up to 100 guests standing)
In Bank, cocktail bars are most commonly booked for 20 to 80 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
| Party | Usually between £350 and £1,600. |
User who booked The Club at Core for 50 guests
said: ‘Very professional and helpful team. made the nnight a huge success...’ |
| Christmas Party | Usually between £2,500 and £6,000. |
User who booked Entire Venue at The Listing for 30 guests
said: ‘So accommodating for anything we needed on the night. Amazing set-up and music was great!’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between £600 and £2,500. |
User who booked Drinks Area at The Cocktail Club Monument for 35 guests
said: ‘Had my birthday party here and it was absolutely amazing!’ |
| Drinks Reception | Usually between £600 and £2,200. |
User who booked Garden Deli at The Folly for 40 guests
said: ‘The space was great, everything ran smoothly and the food was so impressive!’ |
| Christmas Dinner | Usually between £2,000 and £4,000. |
User who booked Private Dining Room at The Hydrant for 8 guests
said: ‘We had a great visit to the Hydrant, the food was very nice, the service was great.’ |
Page last updated in September 2026
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