Hey, party maestros! East London's the place for your top-notch dinner and dance soirée. Shoreditch serves up a cracking mix of bars, restaurants, and unique spaces – the perfect recipe for an unforgettable night. Hoxton's got the hottest bars and clubs, setting the scene for an absolute knees-up. Seeking something swanky? Islington's got cocktail bars with private spots. And don't sleep on Spitalfields – a definite go-to for an enchanting evening. Explore our curated dinner and dance venues, then round up the gang, dust off those dancing shoes, and get ready to paint the town red – East London's got the venues that'll make your dinner and dance dreams a reality!
Booking costs of dinner and dance 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 East London, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £800 | to £3000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £40 | to £88 | per person |
| From £450 | to £4750 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
Main Dining Room at The Gun
in Docklands - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Perfect for a business dinner.’
Function Room at the Venue at The Old Street Gallery
in Shoreditch - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The venue is a good size and the location is perfect! Would definitely book again!’
The Glam Palace at Star by Liverpool Street
in Spitalfields - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘I honestly couldn’t fault anything. The room looked amazing and my guests had a great time. 100% recommend...’
You'll find dinner and dance 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 East London, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 140 guests | prices average £1600 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 160 guests | prices average £3800 hire fee per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for dinner and dance venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 120 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 20 and 80 guests |
| Hall | prices average £150 hire fee per hour | typically between 150 and 400 guests |
| Hotel | prices average £4000 minimum spend per event | typically between 80 and 250 guests |
| Function Room | prices average £3000 hire fee per event | typically between 80 and 175 guests |
Smaller dinner and dance venues usually fit up to 60 guests seated. Here are some great options in East London, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
The Orangery at Hyatt Place London City East, rated 4.8/5 - dining room for 25 guests
Our user said: ‘Privacy and enough space. We pre-booked the food which arrived exactly when we had asked.’
Full Restaurant Hire at Arepa & Co - Haggerston, rated 5/5 - restaurant for 60 guests
Our user said: ‘Amazing time with family and friends . They were all lovely and very helpful. Really recommend this place .’
River Room at The Gun, rated 4.9/5 - dining room for 16 guests
Our user said: ‘The location on the river is superb. Food is if a hifi standard with interesting menu.’
Cheap dinner and dance venues in East London start from £200 hire fee per day or £250 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
Pink Room at Heathcote & Star, from £200 hire fee per day
(up to 30 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘Amazing service and value for money. The food is amazing!! They do cater and help you every step of the way.’
The Glam Palace at Star by Liverpool Street, from £250 hire fee per event
(up to 40 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘I honestly couldn’t fault anything. The room looked amazing and my guests had a great time. 100% recommend...’
Roof Terrace at The Solo Kitchen & Bar, from £500 minimum spend per event
(up to 60 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘The bar was perfect with an excellent choice of drinks, including great cocktails at a reasonable price.’
Page last updated in September 2026
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