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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 City Centre]()
from £500
minimum spend / per morningCheck availabilityBackseat Becky's
30 guestsThe Breakfast Club OxfordOxford City CentreKKatie
“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 City Centre]()
from £3500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityFull Venue - Caf & Bar
75 guestsThe Breakfast Club OxfordOxford City CentreJJane S.
“Perfect venue for a private party with friends.” -
![Restaurtant at Oxford Brunch Bar in Oxford City Centre]()
from £20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityRestaurtant
55 guestsOxford Brunch BarOxford City CentreWe 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. -
![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” -
![Semi-private area at Sticks'n'Sushi Oxford in Oxford City Centre]()
from £560
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi-private area
20 guestsSticks'n'Sushi OxfordOxford City CentreFor those seeking an exceptional private dining experience, Sticks’n’Sushi Oxford offers a semi-private dining space, accommodating up to 20 guests. -
![Gin Room at Slug and Lettuce Oxford in Oxford City Centre]()
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityGin Room
40 guestsSlug and Lettuce OxfordOxford City Centre
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Gin Room at Slug & Lettuce, Oxford offers a private dining experience for up to 80 people! Don't hesitate and book now! -
![Entire Venue at Mowgli Street Food Oxford in Oxford City Centre]()
from £35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
61 guestsMowgli Street Food OxfordOxford City CentreWhether it’s a celebration, team event, or just an excuse to gather, Mowgli Oxford offers a space where great food and good company go hand in hand. -
![Private Dining Room at Gusto Italian Oxford in Oxford City Centre]()
from £1400
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
55 guestsGusto Italian OxfordOxford City Centre
#Supervenue
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 -
![Cape Private Room at Cape of Good Hope in Oxford]()
from £700
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCape Private Room
80 guestsCape of Good HopeOxford
#Supervenue
AAngus M.
“Communication, venue size, price.” -
![The Caf (Exclusive Hire) at The Breakfast Club Oxford in Oxford City Centre]()
from £2500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Caf (Exclusive Hire)
50 guestsThe Breakfast Club OxfordOxford City CentreMMax B.
“We had an all-vegan menu and it was absolutely fantastic. It was the perfect venue for our event!” -
![The Folly - Exclusive Use at The Folly Restaurant in Oxford City Centre]()
from £1000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Folly - Exclusive Use
90 guestsThe Folly RestaurantOxford City CentreMMegan 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!
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Booking costs of dinner party venues average £700 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 November 2025:
| From £300 | to £1500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £10 | to £30 | per person |
| From £500 | to £2000 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 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 City Centre - 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 City Centre - 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 (November 2025):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £560 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 100 guests | prices average £300 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:
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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. -
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. -
Upper Private Dining Room at The Red Lion, Oxford
on 14 Gloucester Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: Choose from our Celebration Menu, Buffet Menu, and Drinks Packages to tailor your event to your specific needs. The Upstairs Private Dining Room provides a refined and versatile setting, perfect for creating memorable occasions.
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.
