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Top Cocktail Bars in Chelsea
In Chelsea, cocktail bars pour with a steady hand. Along King’s Road, low-lit bars and hotel lounges prepare classics without fuss, the glassware speaking for itself. Near Sloane Square, polished interiors and well-drilled staff keep the atmosphere refined, even as the room fills. On Pavilion Road and its side streets, smaller counters offer thoughtful lists and an easy familiarity; regulars are remembered and restraint remains the rule. In this corner of London, the right cocktail rarely requires an extensive search. It simply requires good timing. Find your spot below.
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![Bar at Jak's Kings Road in Chelsea, London]()
from £2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBar
400 guestsJak's Kings RoadFulham Broadway StationChelsea, LondonJak's Kings Road Bar is a late-night lounge beneath Kings Road. There's a private room for small parties, a vintage cinema space, and a cocktail bar - all available for birthdays, cocktail parties, or corporate events. -
![The Jabberwocky at Callooh Callay Chelsea in Chelsea, London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Jabberwocky
40 guestsCallooh Callay ChelseaSouth Kensington StationChelsea, London
#Supervenue
PPauline
“The 2 bartenders downstairs were very friendly and very fast at making drinks! Thank you.” -
![Main Club Room at The Knox in Chelsea, London]()
from £1000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityMain Club Room
150 guestsThe KnoxSloane Square StationChelsea, LondonAAshmita H.
“Fab who was in charge of he event was amazing.” -
![Barts Full Venue Hire at Barts in Chelsea, London]()
from £1750
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBarts Full Venue Hire
80 guestsBartsSouth Kensington StationChelsea, LondonForget the usual venues - Barts is a total escape into the 1929 Prohibition era, making it the top, secret location in Chelsea for private parties and classy work events. -
![Geisha Lounge at Callooh Callay Chelsea in Chelsea, London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityGeisha Lounge
50 guestsCallooh Callay ChelseaSouth Kensington StationChelsea, London
#Supervenue
SSam F.
“Great, friendly service, although maybe slightly too small a dedicated bar to cater for 50+ people.” -
![Whole Venue at Callooh Callay Chelsea in Chelsea, London]()
from £2000
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityWhole Venue
220 guestsCallooh Callay ChelseaSouth Kensington StationChelsea, London
#Supervenue
IInes
“I booked the venue for a surprise 30th for 40 people (could have easily had 50).” -
![Venue Exclusive Hire at The Botanist Sloane Square in Chelsea, London]()
from £25000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityVenue Exclusive Hire
140 guestsThe Botanist Sloane SquareSloane Square StationChelsea, LondonSituated on Sloane Square in the heart of Chelsea, The Botanist is an iconic restaurant and bar that focuses on sustainable, seasonal British produce. We are proud to be a hotspot for remarkable cocktails and modern dishes, -
![Snug Private Room at Lots Road in Chelsea, London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySnug Private Room
40 guestsLots RoadFulham Broadway StationChelsea, London
#Supervenue
LLizzie X.
“Staff were very friendly and the private room was big yet comfy enough to hold my private dinner.” -
![Private Conservatory Room at Manicomio Chelsea Restaurant in Chelsea, London]()
from £1600
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityPrivate Conservatory Room
40 guestsManicomio Chelsea RestaurantSloane Square StationChelsea, LondonKKirsten S.
“The Conservatory room at Manicomio Chelsea was the perfect venue for our small wedding celebration.” -
![Main Meili Room at The Rex Rooms in Chelsea, London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Meili Room
120 guestsThe Rex RoomsSouth Kensington StationChelsea, LondonThe Main Meili Room has a capacity of up to 120 people and is perfect for celebratory drinks, cocktail receptions and other private parties. The lounge features a bar, and its surrealistic design includes many mirrors, curves -
![PJ's Restaurant at PJ's Chelsea Brasserie in Chelsea, London]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPJ's Restaurant
180 guestsPJ's Chelsea BrasserieSouth Kensington StationChelsea, LondonWWesam A.
“The space, and the nice people running it.” -
![The Franklin Bar at The Franklin London - Starhotels Collezione in Chelsea, London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Franklin Bar
30 guestsThe Franklin London - Starhotels CollezioneSouth Kensington StationChelsea, LondonOur Bar Menu includes an extensive list of classic and signature cocktails created by skilled mixologists and can be enjoyed in all public areas of the hotel.
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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 Chelsea, based on Tagvenue data from March 2026:
| From £1000 | to £3000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £30 | to £100 | per person |
| From £700 | to £3000 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated March 2026), the best options include:
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Private Conservatory Room at Manicomio Chelsea Restaurant in Chelsea - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Very friendly, flexible and professional. So pleased that I decided to book through Manicomio.’ -
Snug Private Room at Lots Road in Chelsea - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Warm, inviting space with easy access. Venue is cute, food was excellent, service was fantastic.’ -
The Jabberwocky at Callooh Callay Chelsea in Chelsea - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The 2 bartenders downstairs were very friendly and very fast at making drinks!’
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 Chelsea, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (March 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 50 and 80 guests | prices average £1600 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 100 guests | prices average £3500 minimum spend per event |
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