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Top Cocktail Reception Venues in York
York has a knack for shaking up a great cocktail, so if you’re on the lookout for cocktail party venues the city won’t disappoint. From stylish bars in the Shambles to terraces overlooking the Ouse and chic lounges perfect for late-night celebrations, this historic city serves drinks with character. Whether it’s a birthday, team night, or just an excuse to toast, York offers a spot that hits the right note. Keep scrolling to find your ideal cocktail hideaway.
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![The Atrium at Roxy Ball Room - The Stonebow, York in York City Centre]()
from £6
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Atrium
40 guestsRoxy Ball Room - The Stonebow, YorkYork City Centre
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DDean B.
“First time attending Roxy ball and it was our staff party. Must say all staff very much enjoyed themselves.” -
![Full Venue Hire at Slug and Lettuce York in York City Centre]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
250 guestsSlug and Lettuce YorkYork City CentreYour daytime hangout for coffee and bites, and by night, it’s the ultimate cocktail bar and dance spot, all set off with killer lighting! The venue has lots of natural daylight as it's surrounded with windows for walls on -
![The Chefchaouen Room at The Marrakesh York in York City Centre]()
from £99
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Chefchaouen Room
45 guestsThe Marrakesh YorkYork City CentreThe Marrakesh York is an authentic Moroccan restaurant and cocktail bar. Discover a new and unique dining experience as you treat your senses with the sights, sounds and tastes of Morocco. -
![Karaoke Room at Roxy Ball Room - The Stonebow, York in York City Centre]()
from £12
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityKaraoke Room
15 guestsRoxy Ball Room - The Stonebow, YorkYork City Centre
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LLindsey U.
“Special thanks to Tabatha who was super helpful and looked after us- made the hen doo night put!” -
![The Lodge at Roxy Ball Room - The Stonebow, York in York City Centre]()
from £240
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Lodge
20 guestsRoxy Ball Room - The Stonebow, YorkYork City Centre
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MMel W.
“We booked an area for a 21st Birthday, for 50 people. Comms were good with the team and booking went smoothly.” -
![York Distillery, by York Gin at York Distillery by York Gin in York]()
from £240
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityYork Distillery, by York Gin
60 guestsYork Distillery by York GinYorkGin tastings, cocktail sessions, and make-your-own gin experiences using the copper stills can also be included as part of the booking. Facilities include a private bar, TV screen with laptop connection, Sonos sound system, -
![Pink Room at Circuit York in York City Centre]()
from £1300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPink Room
100 guestsCircuit YorkYork City CentreWith its unique setting, private bar, ball pit and pink decor, this is a ready made party space. Please note, images are from our Bristol venue and York will be available soon! -
![Wonderbar at Impossible Wonderbar & Tea Room York in York City Centre]()
from £2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWonderbar
200 guestsImpossible Wonderbar & Tea Room YorkYork City CentreOur Wonderbar is an opportunity for your imagination to unfold into a bespoke event. Whether you want cocktails and canapés or seated dining, we can create a package to suit. -
![Event Space at 22 Yards Wine Bar in York City Centre]()
from £35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEvent Space
42 guests22 Yards Wine BarYork City CentreThis is a beautiful Georgian space with views of York Minster, perfect for up to 40 guests, where drinks can be enjoyed in the front of the bar before being seated in the rear of the bar for lunch/dinner. -
![The Highline Bar at Manahatta York in York City Centre]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Highline Bar
100 guestsManahatta YorkYork City CentreOur New York inspired cocktail bar has come to York, showcasing our iconic glamourous decor and paying homage to Manhattan's renowned night life scene with its exciting party vibe. -
![Private Karaoke Room at Manahatta York in York City Centre]()
from £9
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Karaoke Room
12 guestsManahatta YorkYork City CentreManahatta is a two-story cocktail bar that brings the beat of New York to York. Whether you’re hosting a corporate gathering, birthday celebration, or special occasion, our venue provides the perfect setting for an amazing -
![Dining Room at Damastique in York City Centre]()
from £40
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityDining Room
112 guestsDamastiqueYork City CentreThis room can seat up to 70 guests. It will be a fit for a family dining party, or celebrating a special occasion! Go ahead and book Damastique today.
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Book One of York's Cheap Venues for Cocktail Parties
from £6
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The Tournament Area
25
Roxy Ball Room - The Stonebow, York
York City Centre
#Supervenue
Compact and versatile, The Tournament Area is designed for smaller groups who want a mix of competitive and social play. With pool and shuffleboard on offer, it’s a great setting for team challenges or friendly rivalry.
from £6
per person / per session
per person / per session
The Gallery
50
Roxy Ball Room - The Stonebow, York
York City Centre
#Supervenue
Spacious, energetic, and perfect for mid-sized groups, The Gallery combines pool and ping pong to keep guests engaged and entertained. Ideal for social tournaments, team events, or casual competition, it ensures hours of
from £10
per person / per session
per person / per session
Function Room
40
60
Slug & Lettuce, York Riverside
York City Centre
Whether it’s a birthday bash, baby shower, or office night out, we’ve got the perfect spot to make it special. From cosy booths to your very own private party room, we’ll help you set the scene.
from £12
per person / per session
per person / per session
The Bullseye Zone
40
Roxy Ball Room - The Stonebow, York
York City Centre
#Supervenue
High-energy and competition-focused, The Bullseye Zone is perfect for groups who want a fast-paced darts experience. With multiple tech darts oches, it’s ideal for tournaments, team challenges, or social play.
from £500
minimum spend / per evening
minimum spend / per evening
Speakeasy
46
75
Revolution York
York City Centre
The Speakeasy is an intimate private space overlooking the river with its own private bar and a capacity of up to 75 people. This is the perfect space if you are looking to host an exclusive event.
from £500
minimum spend / per evening
minimum spend / per evening
The Clubroom
60
200
Revolution York
York City Centre
The Clubroom is a spacious private room overlooking the river with a capacity of up to 200 people. This space is perfect for larger company events, private parties & other special occasions.
Plan an Unforgettable Drinks Reception Event at York’s Restaurants
from £27
per person / per session
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Entire Venue
60
96
Bombay Spice
York City Centre
An entire restaurant set across two floors, ideal for large celebrations, wedding parties, corporate functions, and private events. With two upstairs dining rooms and a downstairs bar, it works perfectly for both drinks receptions
from £16
per person / per session
per person / per session
Back of the Restaurant
70
70
Bill's York Restaurant
York City Centre
The back area of our restaurant offers space for hosting birthday parties, celebrations, and private events for up to 70 guests dining. It is naturally lit, provides lounge seating, and features a colourful interior furnished
from £55
per person / per session
per person / per session
The Etty Room
28
40
The Ivy St Helen's Square
York City Centre
On the first floor of our restaurant, there is a private dining oasis. The Etty Room is decorated with colourful botanical prints and artwork. The artistic feature of the room harmonizes perfectly with the vintage chairs,
from £20
per person / per session
per person / per session
Function Space
28
38
The Ship Inn
York
The Ship Inn offers a cozy and rustic restaurant for functions with a maximum capacity of 38 guests, making it an ideal choice for intimate gatherings, events, and parties.
from £99
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
The Olive Room
40
50
Enoteca by Luva
York
We are an independent, family run Italian restaurant in the centre of York, serving authentic Italian cuisine with a welcoming atmosphere." We are able to accommodate parties up to 70 people, we have 3 rooms available across
from £1200
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Entire Venue
20
20
Mommy Thai - King Street
York City Centre
Our King Street location in York offers a cozy and characterful space of approximately 25 sqm, accommodating up to 20 guests. Reflecting Bangkok’s culture and street food, the space includes vintage Thai movie posters, creating
FAQs about Top Cocktail Reception Venues in York
Booking costs of cocktail party venues average £32 per person. 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 York, based on Tagvenue data from June 2026:
| From £20 | to £40 | per person |
| From £500 | to £3000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £720 | to £3500 | hire fee per event |
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 York, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (June 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £1200 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 50 and 95 guests | prices average £650 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 120 guests | prices average £3000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central York, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Entire Venue at Bombay Spice
on 58 Goodramgate - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: With two upstairs dining rooms and a downstairs bar, it works perfectly for both drinks receptions and seated dinners. The space is air-conditioned and decorated with floral arrangements. -
Dining Room at Damastique
on 63 Goodramgate - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Damastique is set in the city centre of York. It is offering a fully halal menu of traditional Syrian dishes. The warm, inviting space is ideal for group dinners, family celebrations, or cultural events. -
The Highline Bar at Manahatta York
on 3 Little Stonegate - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Manahatta is a two-story cocktail bar that brings the beat of New York to York. Whether you’re hosting a corporate gathering, birthday celebration, or special occasion, our venue provides the perfect setting for an amazing...
Based on Tagvenue data (as of June 2026), users looking for cocktail party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average £1200 minimum spend per event | typically between 25 and 50 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average £1300 minimum spend per event | typically between 25 and 40 guests |
| Bar | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 100 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 200 guests |
| Function Room | prices average £1300 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 100 guests |
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