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Top Dinner Party Venues 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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![Backseat Becky's at The Breakfast Club Oxford in Oxford]()
from £500
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30 guestsThe Breakfast Club OxfordOxfordKKatie
“Great venue, we were really pleased we could hire out the whole restaurant. Loved the food” -
![Full Venue - Caf & Bar at The Breakfast Club Oxford in Oxford]()
from £3500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityFull Venue - Caf & Bar
75 guestsThe Breakfast Club OxfordOxfordJJane S.
“Perfect venue for a private party with friends.” -
![Private Dining Room at The Trout Oxford in Oxford]()
from £20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
30 guestsThe Trout OxfordOxfordAAdrian B.
“25 of us had a great time for six hours in the room, then enjoyed more drinks outside next to the river” -
![Gin Room at Slug and Lettuce Oxford in Oxford]()
from £250
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40 guestsSlug and Lettuce OxfordOxfordGin Room at Slug & Lettuce, Oxford offers a private dining experience for up to 80 people! Don't hesitate and book now! -
![Private Dining Room at Gusto Italian Oxford in Oxford]()
from £1400
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
55 guestsGusto Italian OxfordOxford
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Our Private Dining Room - The Mitre Room is located on the second floor of our restaurant and is the perfect setting for special occasions. We can offer a sit-down meal for up to 50 guests or drinks and canapes for up to -
![The Caf (Exclusive Hire) at The Breakfast Club Oxford in Oxford]()
from £2500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Caf (Exclusive Hire)
50 guestsThe Breakfast Club OxfordOxfordMMax B.
“We had an all-vegan menu and it was absolutely fantastic. It was the perfect venue for our event!” -
![Semi-private area at Sticks'n'Sushi Oxford in Oxford]()
from £560
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi-private area
20 guestsSticks'n'Sushi OxfordOxfordFor those seeking an exceptional private dining experience, Sticks’n’Sushi Oxford offers a semi-private dining space, accommodating up to 20 guests. -
![The Folly - Exclusive Use at The Folly Restaurant in Oxford]()
from £1000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Folly - Exclusive Use
90 guestsThe Folly RestaurantOxfordMMegan P.
“Fantastic employees! Made us feel so welcome.” -
![Dining Area at The Coconut Tree Oxford in Oxford]()
from £24
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityDining Area
50 guestsThe Coconut Tree OxfordOxfordThe 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! -
![Restaurtant at Oxford Brunch Bar in Oxford]()
from £20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityRestaurtant
55 guestsOxford Brunch BarOxfordWe are restaurant based in the busy city centre of Oxford. We are currently advertising the space for the private hire and parties in the evening. We can customise the menu and drinks as per the client requirement. -
![Entire Restaurant at Fresco in Oxford]()
from £2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Restaurant
60 guestsFrescoOxfordOur venue comfortably seats up to 60 guests for dining events, but if your gathering doesn’t require everyone to be seated, we can accommodate up to 120 guests for standing events. -
![Pool Area at City Arms, Oxford in Oxford]()
from £200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPool Area
12 guestsCity Arms, OxfordOxfordOur Pool Area at City Arms, Oxford is the ideal semi-private space for smaller gatherings. Perfect for up to 35 guests, this versatile room can accommodate up to 55 guests if you choose to have the pool table removed, providing
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FAQs about Top Dinner Party Venues in Oxford
In Oxford, prices of dinner party venues average £800 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 Oxford, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From £300 | to £1500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £10 | to £45 | per person |
| From £120 | to £220 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
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Private Dining Room at The Trout Oxford in Oxford - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Two of our party rather fussy and The Trout staff accommodated with two pizzas for them.’ -
The Assembly Room at Oxford Town Hall in Oxford - rated 5/5
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. -
Backseat Becky's at The Breakfast Club Oxford in Oxford - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue, we were really pleased we could hire out the whole restaurant.’
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 (October 2025):
| Small dinner party venues | up to 40 guests | prices average £560 minimum spend per event |
| Medium dinner party venues | between 60 and 100 guests | prices average £300 minimum spend per event |
| Large dinner party venues | over 110 guests | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event |
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.
