Cocktail Party Venues for Hire in City of London

Cocktail Party Venues for Hire in City of London

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Top Cocktail Party Venues in City of London

Are you planning a sophisticated cocktail gathering in the heart of the City of London? You're in for a treat! Scout exquisite bars on Fleet Street, hotels with elegant function rooms in Bishopsgate, and stylish lounges near Leadenhall Street. Our curated listings of cocktail party venues include iconic locations like Guildhall Yard and contemporary spots like the Barbican Centre. Whether you're after a clandestine speakeasy or a chic cocktail lounge, our diverse options ensure you'll find a perfect fit for your soirée. Find the ideal venue today, and let the good times flow!

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Enjoy City of London's Small Cocktail Reception Venues

The Blue Room
from £100
minimum spend / per session
The Blue Room
40
50
Dirty Martini St. Paul's
(150)
St. Paul's Station
Bank, City of London
Event Space in a Cocktail Bar
Private space
E
Edward R.
“We hired the Gallery Bar which is perfect as a semi private event space.”
Straits Bar
from £1500
minimum spend / per evening
Straits Bar
40
Pan Pacific London
(3)
Liverpool Street Station
City of London
Hotel
Private space
Tucked alongside our main restaurant, Straits Bar offers a stylish and casual setting perfect for private (or semi-private) gatherings of up to 40 guests.
Drawing Room
from £1500
minimum spend / per day
Drawing Room
35
50
The Sterling
(47)
Aldgate Station
City of London
Event Space in a Restaurant
Semi-private area
B
Bobby .
“Amazing staff and venue! Great communication So much fun, very accommodating, highly recommended!”
Lombard Club
from £550
minimum spend / per morning
Lombard Club
26
40
1 Lombard Street
(10)
Bank Station
Bank, City of London
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Private space
From the built-in bar offering a selection of premium libations to the two private booths providing secluded spaces for intimate conversations, no detail is overlooked in ensuring your comfort and enjoyment.
Pretty Area
from £500
minimum spend / per session
Pretty Area
20
40
The Cocktail Club Mansion House
(14)
Mansion House Station
Bank, City of London
Event Space in a Cocktail Bar
Semi-private area
Our Pretty area a semi-private area and is perfect for groups of 20 - 30 people. Get in touch with our team and we will send you all the information
Fiesta Room
from £500
minimum spend / per evening
Fiesta Room
30
50
Camino Monument
(3)
Tower Hill Station
City of London
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Semi-private area
P
Patricia
“It felt I knew the bar staff, they were so accommodating and you could see they enjoyed working at the bar.”
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Book One of City of London's Cheap Venues for Cocktail Parties

The Gallery
from £12
per person / per session
The Gallery
35
Roxy Ball Room - St Mary Axe, London
(3)
Liverpool Street Station
City of London
Event Space in a Bar
Semi-private area
Social, energetic, and perfect for group play, The Gallery is designed to keep guests engaged with a mix of classic games and friendly competition. It’s an ideal space for relaxed socials or lively celebrations where everyone
Basement Bar
from £100
minimum spend / per session
Basement Bar
15
30
Be At One Spitalfields
(2)
Liverpool Street Station
City of London
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Bar
Private space
R
Ricardo
“The venue had the perfect size for our small gathering.”
The Snug
from £100
minimum spend / per evening
The Snug
24
35
Vagabond Monument
(47)
Bank Station
Bank, City of London
Event Space in a Bar
Semi-private area
T
Tim .
“The wine and beer selection provided was good and costs were very reasonable.”
The PDR
from £100
minimum spend / per evening
The PDR
16
30
Vagabond Monument
(47)
Bank Station
Bank, City of London
Event Space in a Bar
Semi-private area
J
Jessica M.
“Dealing with Jess via TagVenue was lovely and she was really helpful.”
Private Dining Room
from £200
minimum spend / per session
Private Dining Room
14
15
The Hydrant
(76)
Cannon Street Station
Bank, City of London
Pub
Private space
J
James J.
“We thought that the food/ service was good value for money.”
The Luggage room
from £500
minimum spend / per day
The Luggage room
80
150
Mr Fogg's City Tavern
(48)
Liverpool Street Station
City of London
Event Space in a Pub
Private space
Z
Zaphna M.
“This venue was absolutely brilliant for hosting my 50th birthday party.”
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Plan an Unforgettable Drinks Reception Event at City of London’s Bars

The Lounge
from £100
minimum spend / per evening
The Lounge
60
Vagabond Monument
(47)
Bank Station
Bank, City of London
Event Space in a Bar
Semi-private area
A
Avneet D.
“The space was perfect for our needs, and it’s great you can use the rest of the bar easily too.”
Amber Bar
from £1500
minimum spend / per session
Amber Bar
30
50
Andrea Adam's Court
(38)
Liverpool Street Station
Bank, City of London
Bar
Semi-private area
Our expert bartenders craft a menu of exquisite cocktails, creating the perfect setting for a memorable night out.
The Mezzanine
from £750
minimum spend / per evening
The Mezzanine
55
80
Balls Brothers Austin Friars
(70)
Liverpool Street Station
Bank, City of London
Event Space in a Bar
Semi-private area
M
Mariyam T.
“The venue is detached from main venue. Very private, own bar and spacious. Bartenders are very nice!”
The Hub
from £1000
minimum spend / per session
The Hub
40
Broadwood Pub & Kitchen
(26)
Liverpool Street Station
Bank, City of London
Bar in a Pub
Semi-private area
L
Lucy
“Great space, service was outstanding, great to have our own private bar.”
Front - Semi Private
from £900
minimum spend / per session
Front - Semi Private
25
40
The Wren Tavern
(12)
Mansion House Station
Bank, City of London
Bar in a Pub
Semi-private area
J
Josie
“The bar staff were friendly and informative making our guests feel welcomed.”
Whole Venue
from £1500
minimum spend / per evening
Whole Venue
30
70
Notes Coffee & Bar - St Paul's
St. Paul's Station
City of London
Bar
Whole venue
Notes Coffee Roasters & Wine Bar located next to the St Paul's Cathedral offers the whole venue private hire for your next party. This option will let you invite even up to 80 guests for an event - whether it's a celebration
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Drink and Dine at City of London’s Fantastic Drinks Reception Restaurants

Private Dining Room
from £1000
minimum spend / per morning
Private Dining Room
40
60
Bread Street Kitchen, The City
(7)
Moorgate Station
City of London
Restaurant
Private space
T
Tim W.
“Far more than you would normally expect from a restaurant service and more like a bespoke venue.”
Private Room
from £2000
minimum spend / per session
Private Room
12
25
The Happenstance – Paternoster Square
(17)
St. Paul's Station
City of London
Event Space in a Restaurant
Private space
L
Leah K.
“Service was really good and our waiter was lovely Drinks were also nice and we liked the cocktail tree”
Garden Deli
from £1500
minimum spend / per session
Garden Deli
90
100
The Folly
(61)
Bank Station
Bank, City of London
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Event Space in a Restaurant
Semi-private area
N
Niki F.
“Easy to book, responsive staff, nice venue, good food and drinks.”
Private Room
from £500
minimum spend / per morning
Private Room
42
50
Vinoteca City
(31)
Cannon Street Station
Bank, City of London
Event Space in a Restaurant
Private space
M
Michelle R.
“The mezzanine level was a great venue for a private event for 30 people.”
The Mezzenine
from £1250
minimum spend / per evening
The Mezzenine
50
The Trading House
(11)
Monument Station
Bank, City of London
Restaurant
Semi-private area
You will not have to worry about drinks as the space has it's own private bar. The Mezzanine overlooks the restaurant giving you that private feel but still be able to enjoy the vibe of the venue.
Whole Venue
from £17000
minimum spend / per morning
Whole Venue
120
250
Duck and Waffle
(20)
Liverpool Street Station
City of London
Restaurant
Whole venue
Comprising a separate restaurant space, bar area and a private dining room, Duck & Waffle’s overall capacity reaches 250 guests.
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Cocktail Party Venues for Hire in City of London

FAQs about Top Cocktail Party Venues in City of London

Booking costs of cocktail party venues 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 City of London, based on Tagvenue data from February 2026:

Prices of cocktail party venues in City of London
From £500 to £3000 minimum spend per event
From £50 to £120 per person
From £250 to £3360 hire fee per event

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated February 2026), the best options include:

  • Backstage at Eastcheap Records in Tower Hill - rated 4.9/5
    Our user said: ‘Couldn't fault anything, the team were amazing, the food and cocktails are delicious!! Thank you so much!!’

  • The Speakeasy at MNM in Tower Hill - rated 4.8/5
    Our user said: ‘The cocktails on offer were great and reasonably priced. The sound system was excellent too.’

  • Soda Room at The Botanist Broadgate Circle in City of London - rated 4.7/5
    Our user said: ‘Hannah was helpful throughout the booking and organisation stages. Thanks for a great party!’

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 City of London, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (February 2026):

Small up to 50 guests prices average £500 minimum spend per event
Medium between 70 and 110 guests prices average £1000 minimum spend per event
Large over 150 guests prices average £3200 minimum spend per event

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Verified Reviews of Cocktail Party Venues in City of London

EC
Eva C.
Verified review
Booked Ground Floor at The Fable
5.0
Booking process was so easy. On the day everything was taken care of, service was impeccable. No complaints here!
EL
Emma L.
Verified review
Booked Terrace at Brigadiers
4.9
I already knew the venue so I knew it’s a great spot. For this corporate booking the planning was straightforward and friendly, and on the night the team were well briefed and efficient and made everyone comfortable. The food was excellent, of course.
SS
Sophie S.
Verified review
Booked Garden Deli at The Folly
5.0
We had a brilliant evening at The Folly. The space was great, everything ran smoothly and the food was so impressive!
NM
Nicola M.
Verified review
Booked Whole Venue at Patch East
5.0
Fabulous venue. Wonderful staff, food and drink options. Couldn't recommend it enough. Holly was fantastic in keeping everything on track!
NR
Natasha R.
Verified review
Booked Marquise at Eventspace at Salisbury House
5.0
Everything about my experience was so smooth. The staff were nothing short of excellent - extremely helpful, informative and professional. They responded to messages in a timely manner and were extremely helpful. We will be using this space again!
TL
Tara L.
Verified review
Booked The Speakeasy at MNM
5.0
- An unusual venue - perfect lighting - music not too loud so could actually have a conversation - bartender Filippo was wonderful - location is so so close to our offices - friendly - 1930s vibes
CR
Cristal R.
Verified review
Booked The Bar at Public Space | Speakeasy
5.0
I have not yet gotten to do my event as I needed to reschedule the date but the venue has been really helpful in helping me to do this. Helen was really helpful from the beginning and had a great response rate.
CB
Claire B.
Verified review
Booked Private Cocktail Lounge at Patch St Paul's
5.0
Fantastic venue, friendly staff, wonderful location, exactly the right place for our networking drinks event.

Page last updated in February 2026

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