They say if your cocktail doesn’t come with a sparkler or a smoke machine in Shoreditch, you’re doing it wrong. But behind the theatrics, this part of East London has mastered the art of hosting: moody lighting, velvet booths, DJs in corners, and menus that read like magic spells. If you want to have an all-night bash near Redchurch Street or a vibey speakeasy off Curtain Road, the cocktail bars in Shoreditch bring serious main character energy. Don’t let someone else snag the good times. Tagvenue helps you find, filter, and book your space before the guest list even starts filling.
Booking costs of cocktail bars average £1000 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 Shoreditch, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £500 | to £2700 | minimum spend per event |
| From £23 | to £75 | per person |
| From £100 | to £240 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
Full Venue Hire at The Cocktail Club Shoreditch
in Shoreditch - rated 5/5
Venue said: Newly refurbished and ready to roll, our Shoreditch venue has everything – karaoke, Disco Drag Brunch, a private bar available for hire, and a photo booth to boot!
Mezzanine at Trapeze Bar
in Shoreditch - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue, great food and impeccable customer service from Gavin and his brilliant team...’
Back Lounge at Callooh Callay Shoreditch
in Shoreditch - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Great Venue and ambiance Lovely Cocktails...’
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 Shoreditch, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £400 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 140 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 160 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
Smaller cocktail bars usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Shoreditch, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
Backstage at The Cocktail Club Shoreditch, rated 5/5 - lounge for 40 guests
Our user said: ‘Very friendly staff and very nice place!’
Lounge & Vault at Bar Lina Shoreditch - lounge for 45 guests
Venue said: A spacious lounge with dark red walls, velvet booths, and marble tables, complemented by a separate Vault room offering additional privacy. The space accommodates up to 35 guests seated and 45 for a cocktail-style event.
Drinks Table at The Cocktail Club Old Street, rated 4.6/5 - event space for 40 guests
Venue said: A reserved area within The Cocktail Club Old Street, used by smaller groups for after-work drinks, casual celebrations, and social gatherings. The space gives guests their own area while still being part of the venue.
Cheap cocktail bars in Shoreditch start from £200 hire fee per day or £10 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
Aura X Basement Bar at Aura X, from £200 hire fee per day
(up to 180 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘We had an amazing experience at The Shoreditch Bar! From start to finish, everything was absolutely perfect.’
Drinks Table at The Cocktail Club Old Street, from £10 per person
(up to 40 guests standing)
Venue said: A reserved area within The Cocktail Club Old Street, used by smaller groups for after-work drinks, casual celebrations, and social gatherings. The space gives guests their own area while still being part of the venue.
The Flat at The Old Blue Last, from £150 hire fee per event
(up to 70 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Having the private access to your own toilets and a bar is great as well.’
In Shoreditch, cocktail bars are most commonly booked for 30 to 75 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
| Party | Usually between £1,000 and £1,500. |
User who booked The JubJub at Callooh Callay Shoreditch for 35 guests
said: ‘Efficient communications, smooth overall process. Would recommend...’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between £500 and £1,400. |
User who booked Games Room at The Cocktail Club Old Street for 30 guests
said: ‘Can’t express how helpful the staff were!’ |
| Christmas Party | Usually between £2,000 and £5,400. |
User who booked Mezzanine at Trapeze Bar for 30 guests
said: ‘Amazing from start to end...catered for all our needs, entertainment was fantastic...’ |
| Private Dining | Usually between £1,400 and £3,200. |
User who booked The Snug at Boundary Shoreditch for 14 guests
said: ‘Incredible food. Would 100% book this again.’ |
| Drinks Reception | Usually between £650 and £1,500. |
User who booked Roof Terrace at Vagabond Shoreditch for 45 guests
said: ‘The food, the staff the ambience. All top notch...’ |
Page last updated in September 2026
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