Dinner Party Venues for Hire in Oxford

Dinner Party Venues for Hire in Oxford

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Top Spaces for Dinner Parties in Oxford

Do you want easy access to party success? Ready to swap punting for plating up something that makes your guests say wow? Oxford has a menu full of surprises when it comes to dinner party venues. Impress your guests with stunning private dining spots along Magpie or New College lanes or behind college walls. Fancy a rooftop view? Garden table? Rustic barn or candle-lit cellar? Sorted. Expect everything from Italian trattorias to pan-Asian hotspots and gastropubs that know their way around a Sunday roast. Discover the best places for dinners whether you’re planning an alfresco summer gathering or a cosy indoor affair in the city centre. Browse and book away!

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Enjoy Oxford's Small Spaces for Dinner Parties

Downstairs Area
from £48
per person / per session
Downstairs Area
40
40
Bangkok House
Oxford City Centre
Event Space in a Restaurant
Private space
Our downstairs space is divided into two dining sections, separated by an on-site bar, suitable for group gatherings, private events, birthday parties, and milestone celebrations.
The White Dome
from £800
minimum spend / per session
The White Dome
35
The Folly Restaurant
(5)
Oxford City Centre
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Terrace at a Restaurant
Private space
The White Dome is the perfect place to celebrate any occasion combining the magic of outdoor dining with a cosy, intimate setting. Our large outdoor dome is available for private hire for up to 35 guests.
Lower Private Dining Room
from £15
per person / per session
Lower Private Dining Room
20
16
The Red Lion, Oxford
(4)
Oxford City Centre
Pub
Private space
The Lower Private Dining Room at The Red Lion is an elegant and cosy space, perfect for intimate gatherings and celebrations with family and friends. Steps lead down into this inviting room, where you'll find comfortable
Main Restaurant
from £30
per person / per session
Main Restaurant
30
50
Polish Kitchen Oxford
Oxford
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Shared space
Our main dining area is a brightly lit, cosy room with folklore touches. There's plenty of seating, and we can arrange the layout and decoration to suit your needs.
First Floor
from £45
per person / per session
First Floor
40
50
Pierre Victoire Bistrot
Oxford
Function Room in a Restaurant
Private space
The first-floor dining area at Pierre Victoire offers a private space separate from the main restaurant, seating approximately 40 guests. It is well suited to group dining, celebrations, and corporate events where a degree
Back Garden
from £48
per person / per session
Back Garden
50
Mint Kitchen and Lounge
Oxford
Event Space in a Restaurant
Semi-private area
Mint Kitchen and Lounge offers authentic Lebanese cuisine in Oxford alongside a spacious venue available for private events. Our menu features a wide selection of starters, main dishes, and desserts, providing flexible catering
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Indoor Area
from £9
per person / per session
Indoor Area
75
120
The Spires Cafe & Restaurant
Oxford City Centre
Restaurant
Whole venue
The space features a variety of table seating arrangements beneath a ceiling painted to resemble the sky, along with a large image of Oxford and a panoramic depiction of Gloucester Green Square from the 1950s.
Dining Room
from £10
per person / per session
Dining Room
30
60
Spiced Roots Restaurant
Oxford
Restaurant
Shared space
Cultural & student society events – connecting communities through food, music and storytelling. Located on Cowley Road in Oxford, we bring Caribbean soul and hospitality to the heart of the city, vibrant, welcoming and full
Dining Area
from £24
hire fee / per session
Dining Area
50
80
The Coconut Tree Oxford
Oxford
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Whole venue
The Dining Area at The Coconut Tree Oxford is a cozy space, accommodating up to 80 guests. It will be a fit for parties, corporate team building receptions, and celebrations!
Upstairs Dining
from £31
minimum spend / per session
Upstairs Dining
40
64
Chutneys Indian Brasserie
Oxford City Centre
Event Space in a Restaurant
Private space
The space features tiled flooring and long dining tables with colourful chairs that can seat up to 40 people. Large windows and a glass-roof section bring in plenty of natural light.
Downstairs Dining
from £31
minimum spend / per session
Downstairs Dining
35
56
Chutneys Indian Brasserie
Oxford City Centre
Event Space in a Restaurant
Private space
The space features tiled flooring, dark-painted walls, and a mix of natural and overhead lighting, with windows bringing in daylight from one side. Tables are arranged in rows, paired with high-back chairs in neutral tones
Semi Private Area 2
from £100
minimum spend / per session
Semi Private Area 2
40
Brasserie Blanc Oxford
Oxford
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Semi-private area
Welcome to our front dining area, perfect for gatherings of up to 40 guests. Enjoy a relaxed and inviting atmosphere, ideal for both personal celebrations and business events.
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Dinner Party Venues for Hire in Oxford

FAQs about Top Spaces for Dinner Parties in Oxford

Booking costs of dinner party venues average £45 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 Oxford, based on Tagvenue data from June 2026:

Prices of dinner party venues in Oxford
From £40 to £50 per person
From £225 to £700 hire fee per event
From £500 to £2000 minimum spend per event

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

You'll find dinner 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 Oxford, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (June 2026):

Small up to 40 guests prices average £225 hire fee per event
Medium between 55 and 90 guests prices average £1100 minimum spend per event
Large over 110 guests prices average £2000 minimum spend per event

These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Oxford, available to book on Tagvenue:

  • Private Dining Room at Gusto Italian Oxford on High Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
    Venue said: We can offer a sit-down meal for up to 50 guests or drinks and canapes for up to 55, with the added benefit of your own bar. Our Private Dining Room is also the perfect setting for business meetings.
  • Entire Venue at Sandy's Piano Bar on 4 King Edward Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
    Venue said: The space features a large bar and various seating areas with comfortable lounge-like sofas, and is equipped with sound & lighting systems.
  • The Assembly Room at Oxford Town Hall on Oxford Town Hall, St. Aldate’s - 0.2 mi from centre.
    Venue said: The Assembly Room has the capacity to accommodate up to 120 guests for a seated meal and up to 200 guests for a reception. Extra space is offered by the adjacent Old Library, so there’s enough room for both dining and dancing.

Based on Tagvenue data (as of June 2026), users looking for dinner party venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Restaurant prices average £560 minimum spend per event typically between 50 and 100 guests
Dining Room prices average £500 minimum spend per event typically between 25 and 55 guests
Event Space prices average £700 minimum spend per event typically between 40 and 65 guests
Bar prices average £4000 minimum spend per event typically between 80 and 180 guests

It's best to book at least 2 to 3 months in advance, especially if you're looking for a weekend date in December. Popular venues often get booked up by early autumn. Booking early also gives you first pick on set menus and private dining slots.

Gusto Italian Oxford is a great family-friendly option in the city centre with a spacious layout and a menu that suits all ages. Trout Oxford in Wolvercote provides a cosy pub atmosphere perfect for relaxed, family-style meals with easy parking and group-friendly seating.

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Verified Reviews of Dinner Party Venues in Oxford

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Booked Atrium at Malmaison Oxford
5.0
It was a memorable event for me and my husband. Lauren and Millie were very good at getting to know what we would like to happen and putting their magic to make everything happen. Karen led the execution of the day as smooth line cutting a butter. Thank you so much to everyone in the team.

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