Cocktail bars in Newcastle mean drinks with a view. Your guests can choose from rooftop terraces to neon-lit hideaways in this city. Bartenders shake up a Geordie welcome with every glass. Whether you want a riverside classic on the Quayside, a secret speakeasy off Grey Street, or a bar with flaming drinks and top tunes, Tagvenue has it covered. Real bars, instant booking, and reviews from actual partygoers. Pick your scene, check the latest crowd favorites, and get ready for a night out you’ll actually remember.
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 Newcastle, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £250 | to £1500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £19 | to £30 | per person |
| From £150 | to £1320 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
Mezzanine at Be At One Newcastle
in Newcastle City Centre - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘The staff were very friendly and attentive. The venue is in a great location in the heart of Newcastle.’
The Highline Bar at Manahatta Newcastle
in Newcastle City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue, location and staff.’
Cocktail Bar at Banyan Newcastle
in Newcastle City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The staff were great and everyone commented on how good the venue was. Thank you very much!’
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 Newcastle, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £245 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 70 and 100 guests | prices average £910 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 140 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Newcastle, available to book on Tagvenue:
Smaller cocktail bars usually fit up to 40 guests standing. Here are some great options in Newcastle, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
Mezzanine at BrewDog Newcastle, rated 4.7/5 - event space for 40 guests
Our user said: ‘Was so good would really recommend to anyone booking for a birthday...’
The Branch at Banyan Newcastle, rated 4.9/5 - dining room for 25 guests
Venue said: Ideal for: Small groups seeking a seated, intimate and conversational private meal around one central table. What guests say: The space has polite, efficient staff and reliably well-made cocktails.
Function Room at Gosforth Hotel Newcastle Upon Tyne, rated 4.8/5 - function room for 40 guests
Our user said: ‘Thank you again for helping to put on an unforgettable surprise 30th party for my boyfriend.’
Cheap cocktail bars in Newcastle start from £15 per person or £100 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
Chambers Cocktail Bar at STACK Newcastle, from £15 per person
(up to 250 guests standing)
Venue said: Chambers Cocktail Bar is a stylish area or private hire space, ideal for corporate events, networking, team celebrations and special occasions. Offering premium cocktails, drinks vouchers and drinks packages, Chambers is...
The Stephenson Lounge at Centurion Bar, from £100 hire fee per event
(up to 45 guests standing)
Venue said: Built in 1893, The Centurion was originally a luxurious waiting lounge for first-class passengers travelling through Newcastle. Fast forward 130 years, and this former travellers’ rest is now a centrepiece of Newcastle folklore.
Mezzanine at Slug & Lettuce, Newcastle Central, from £100 minimum spend per event
(up to 140 guests standing)
Venue said: Upstairs, the mezzanine level offers a more private and versatile space, ideal for a wide range of occasions. Whether you're planning a fun-filled birthday party, a stylish wedding reception, a professional corporate event,
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