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Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Bristol
If you’ve ever sipped a negroni while gazing at the Harbourside or knocked back an espresso martini on King Street, you already know: Bristol takes cocktails seriously. From speakeasy-style lounges in Clifton to sleek rooftop bars near Cabot Circus, we’ve got ideal cocktail party venues for your next soirée: shakers, stirrers, and all. Whether you’re planning a chic corporate mixer, a hen night with flair, or just a night to remember with friends, there’s a spot here ready to match your mood and your guest list. Ready to raise a glass? Start your search and let the cocktail magic begin.
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![Lower Ground Bar at The Cocktail Club Bristol Corn Street in Bristol Old City]()
from £500
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100 guestsThe Cocktail Club Bristol Corn StreetBristol Old City
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LLauren M.
“We had a fantastic time at the cocktail club which we booked for our engagement party.” -
![Cocktail Lounge at The Green Rooms Bristol in Harbourside, Bristol]()
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCocktail Lounge
100 guestsThe Green Rooms BristolHarbourside, Bristol
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CCharlotte D.
“Bartender was great at tailoring cocktails to your liking!” -
![The Secret Wardrobe at The Cocktail Club Triangle (Clifton) in Clifton, Bristol]()
from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Secret Wardrobe
40 guestsThe Cocktail Club Triangle (Clifton)Clifton, BristolAAlison B.
“Great location and good selection of cocktails” -
![The Secret Bar at The Lost & Found Bristol in Clifton, Bristol]()
from £130
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityThe Secret Bar
60 guestsThe Lost & Found BristolClifton, Bristol
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LLibby S.
“We hired the private room for my birthday party and overall we had a really lovely evening.” -
![Brown & Bye Restaurant & Bar at Brown & Bye in Hotwells, Bristol]()
from £50
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityBrown & Bye Restaurant & Bar
70 guestsBrown & ByeHotwells, BristolSSusie K.
“The venue was well placed, perfect for private hire and we enjoyed our event very much.” -
![Main bar at Clubhaus Harbourside in Bristol Old City]()
from £300
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityMain bar
100 guestsClubhaus HarboursideBristol Old CityLLydia A.
“I booked this venue for my 40th birthday party and we had the best time!” -
![Green Rose Room at Blame Gloria Bristol in Bristol Old City]()
from £200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityGreen Rose Room
50 guestsBlame Gloria BristolBristol Old CityEEvie E.
“Will definatley rebook next year.” -
![The Lounge at The Lost & Found Bristol in Clifton, Bristol]()
from £200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Lounge
75 guestsThe Lost & Found BristolClifton, Bristol
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NNigel H.
“People liked the venue and knew where it was. Staff were friendly. Has capacity for large meetings or parties.” -
![Drinks Area at The Cocktail Club Triangle (Clifton) in Clifton, Bristol]()
from £10
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityDrinks Area
50 guestsThe Cocktail Club Triangle (Clifton)Clifton, BristolLLuke H.
“The service was great, the music options was easy to sort and the cocktails were great.” -
![Upstairs Private Dining Room at Hole in the Wall in Bristol Old City]()
from £300
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityUpstairs Private Dining Room
35 guestsHole in the WallBristol Old CityKKris B.
“The space was great and the room hire fee was very fair. Staff were fantastic, friendly and helpful.” -
![Totos' Lounge Bar at Totos by the River in Redcliffe, Bristol]()
from £100
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityTotos' Lounge Bar
120 guestsTotos by the RiverRedcliffe, Bristol
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JJess R.
“Totos were so helpful and communicative from booking all the way up to the day of the party.” -
![Upstairs at Brewhouse and Kitchen Bristol in Clifton, Bristol]()
from £200
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityUpstairs
60 guestsBrewhouse and Kitchen BristolClifton, BristolEEllie R.
“I hired the library which had its own bar, TV and close to the toilets.”
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“Lovely venue and great staff too! Will definitely be booking again next year!”
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“We had a fantastic time at the cocktail club which we booked for our engagement party.”
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“And the venue was spot on, we would defiantly look to having it here again!”
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“The venue itself was lovely, and the bartender we had on the night was fantastic. Good range of drinks too.”
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“Pizza and chips also went down very well. Bar staff were very friendly. Would definitely recommend it.”
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“This venue was perfect for our party. Everything was served in great style with attention to detail.”
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FAQs about Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Bristol
Booking costs of cocktail party venues average £500 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 Bristol, based on Tagvenue data from August 2026:
| From £300 | to £800 | minimum spend per event |
| From £16 | to £35 | per person |
| From £100 | to £900 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated August 2026), the best options include:
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Main bar at Clubhaus Harbourside in Bristol Old City - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue for a party, amazing location and loved the outside space overlooking the harbour!’ -
Lower Ground Bar at The Cocktail Club Bristol Corn Street in Bristol Old City - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘A perfect venue for our engagement party, thank you!!’ -
Brown & Bye Restaurant & Bar at Brown & Bye in Hotwells - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘All of the staff I encountered during the booking process and on the night were lovely and attentive.’
You'll find cocktail party venues 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 Bristol, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (August 2026):
| Small | up to 35 guests | prices average £650 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 50 and 80 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 90 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Bristol, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Entire Venue at Le Vignoble Bristol
on Hawkins Lane Finzels Reach - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Our premises is part of an old brewery and we have one large, open plan space with a rustic/industrial style interior. We have casual restaurant/bar style seating for up to 85 guests, some of which can be moved to create... -
Second Floor Restaurant at Harvey Nichols Bristol
on 27 Philadelphia Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘This venue was perfect for our party.’ -
Totos' Lounge Bar at Totos by the River
on 121 Redcliff Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Great venue, perfect space for our party. Great communication arranging and went very smoothly on the night.’
Based on Tagvenue data (as of August 2026), users looking for cocktail party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average £750 minimum spend per event | typically between 25 and 70 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average £700 minimum spend per event | typically between 25 and 70 guests |
| Bar | prices average £400 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 120 guests |
| Cocktail Bar | prices average £300 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 100 guests |
| Lounge | prices average £250 minimum spend per event | typically between 70 and 90 guests |
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Page last updated in August 2026
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