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Top Cocktail Party Venues in Islington Borough
Nothing beats the thrill of a well-planned party and the best cocktail party venues. In Islington Borough, you’ll find stylish cocktail lounges along Upper Street, speakeasies in Angel’s backstreets, and rooftop spots in Clerkenwell with views that make every sip better. If you want a trendy bar with crafted cocktails or a private lounge where your guests can mix and mingle, you’ll find the perfect space right here. No need to spend hours searching, use Tagvenue to browse top cocktail party venues, compare options, and book in just a few clicks.
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![Private Room & Bar 1st Floor at Clerkenwell and Social in Islington Borough, London]()
from £550
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100 guestsClerkenwell and SocialFarringdon StationIslington Borough, LondonKKatherine S.
“Super bar service, great cocktails, really friendly, efficient, nothing too much trouble.” -
![The Famous Cocktail Bar at The Famous Cock Tavern in Highbury, Islington Borough]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Famous Cocktail Bar
100 guestsThe Famous Cock TavernHighbury & Islington StationHighbury, Islington BoroughAAmazing B.
“I had an amazing evening thanks to the Famous Cocktail Bar!” -
![Basement Bar at Coin Laundry in Clerkenwell, Islington Borough]()
from £500
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90 guestsCoin LaundryAngel StationClerkenwell, Islington BoroughCChirag &.
“Food and bar staff were amazing! Great cocktails too.” -
![Whole Venue at Clerkenwell and Social in Islington Borough, London]()
from £550
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250 guestsClerkenwell and SocialFarringdon StationIslington Borough, LondonSSarah D.
“The timing of the food coming out was perfect. The cocktails were delicious and the atmosphere was fantastic.” -
![The Bar at The Clerkenwell Tavern in Clerkenwell, Islington Borough]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Bar
70 guestsThe Clerkenwell TavernFarringdon StationClerkenwell, Islington Borough
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MMegan E.
“Perfect venue for a private party. Loads of room, private bar and really friendly and helpful staff.” -
![Upstairs Private Room at The Chapel Market Tavern in Angel, Islington Borough]()
from £100
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityUpstairs Private Room
70 guestsThe Chapel Market TavernAngel StationAngel, Islington Borough
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CChelsey P.
“Thank you for hosting me for my book launch! Really lovely space and accommodating staff.” -
![Conservatory Area at The Alwyne Castle in Highbury, Islington Borough]()
from £100
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80 guestsThe Alwyne CastleHighbury & Islington StationHighbury, Islington Borough
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JJessie
“Hired the conservatory area for our engagement party.” -
![Private Room at Vinoteca Farringdon in Islington Borough, London]()
from £750
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityPrivate Room
35 guestsVinoteca FarringdonFarringdon StationIslington Borough, LondonLLidia
“I booked the private room in Vinoteca Farrindon to host a party dinner with 24 friends.” -
![Eddies Bar (Function Room) at Owl & Hitchhiker in Archway, Islington Borough]()
from £600
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityEddies Bar (Function Room)
120 guestsOwl & HitchhikerArchway StationArchway, Islington BoroughSSam
“Loved the cocktails which we ordered from downstairs and put on our tab.” -
![Whole Venue at The George & Monkey in Clerkenwell, Islington Borough]()
from £2000
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150 guestsThe George & MonkeyAngel StationClerkenwell, Islington Borough
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RRose B.
“Great venue perfect for our event, staff were lovely and I’d definitely hold an event here again!” -
![Back Room at The George & Monkey in Clerkenwell, Islington Borough]()
from £100
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityBack Room
100 guestsThe George & MonkeyAngel StationClerkenwell, Islington Borough
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RRichard .
“Lovely room, friendly staff, great food, excellent selection of beers. We had a fantastic night.” -
![Event Space with Terrace at The Bottle Cocktail Shop & Bar in Angel, Islington Borough]()
from £500
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityEvent Space with Terrace
50 guestsThe Bottle Cocktail Shop & BarHighbury & Islington StationAngel, Islington BoroughNNatalia T.
“The cocktails were fantastic, the service was impeccable, and the atmosphere was perfect for the occasion.”
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Enjoy Islington Borough's Small Cocktail Party Venues
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“The Castle really accommodated us even when our plans changed and we were faced with needing a smaller space.”
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Book One of Islington Borough's Cheap Cocktail Party Venues
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“Good prices, great happy hour, friendly staff, nice space and a good location for my celebration.”
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“Hired the conservatory area for our engagement party.”
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“Great customer service. Dealt with 18 of us for our Christmas dinner.”
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“Everything was amazing from the staff so the area space to the price! we had an amazing night.”
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“The patio was a great spot to hang out, and the atmosphere overall was relaxed and fun.”
Plan an Unforgettable Drinks Reception Event at Islington Borough’s Bars
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“Every single staff member including the security and bar staff were amazing.”
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“Had the most amazing party here! The bar staff were super friendly and the space was perfect for the event.”
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“The private bar was great as well, and the location in Kings Cross is superb!”
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“Loved the kind staff, cozy area with private bathroom access, dedicated bar and plenty of room for dancing!”
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“Particularly, we had Golam who waited during the event, and honestly he should be awarded waiter of the year!”
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“Everyone loved the cocktails and food! Also the venue manager was very friendly, accommodating and responsive.”
Drink and Dine at Islington Borough’s Fantastic Drinks Reception Restaurants
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“Far more than you would normally expect from a restaurant service and more like a bespoke venue.”
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“Highly recommend booking an event there and will do in the future.”
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“Brilliant staff, fantastic space. Couldnt recommend highly enough”
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“The food was excellent, the space worked really well for our event and everyone left happy.”
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FAQs about Top Cocktail Party Venues in Islington Borough
In Islington Borough, prices of cocktail party venues 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 Islington Borough, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From £500 | to £2750 | minimum spend per event |
| From £300 | to £550 | hire fee per event |
| From £155 | to £528 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
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Basement Bar at Coin Laundry in Clerkenwell - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Awesome venue - great location (Exmouth Market), great downstairs basement bar with good airy feel to it.’ -
Private Room & Bar 1st Floor at Clerkenwell and Social in Farringdon - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Food was delicious and good value for money. Excellent cocktails as well.’ -
The Famous Cocktail Bar at The Famous Cock Tavern in Highbury - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘We had a great time at the Famous Cocktail Bar.’
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 Islington Borough, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small cocktail party venues | up to 60 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium cocktail party venues | between 80 and 120 guests | prices average £1200 minimum spend per event |
| Large cocktail party venues | over 160 guests | prices average £4000 minimum spend per event |
