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Top Drinks Reception Venues in Bristol
Hosting a networking night, wedding welcome drinks, or a corporate celebration? In Bristol you will find the best and most unique drinks reception venues for all occasions: weddings, bridal showers, team wins, or just a simple catch up with your mates. Ready to browse and find places that offer the best concoctions mixed with great service and a lovely atmosphere? Discover top drinks reception locations right here.
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![The Secret Bar at The Lost & Found Bristol in Clifton, Bristol]()
from £130
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityThe Secret Bar
60 guestsThe Lost & Found BristolClifton, Bristol
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MMichael D.
“The venue itself was lovely, and the bartender we had on the night was fantastic. Good range of drinks too.” -
![The Secret Wardrobe at The Cocktail Club Triangle (Clifton) in Clifton, Bristol]()
from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Secret Wardrobe
40 guestsThe Cocktail Club Triangle (Clifton)Clifton, Bristol
#Supervenue
AAlison B.
“Great location and good selection of cocktails” -
![Upstairs at Brewhouse and Kitchen Bristol in Clifton, Bristol]()
from £200
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityUpstairs
60 guestsBrewhouse and Kitchen BristolClifton, Bristol
#Supervenue
CChloe
“The venue was nice, the drink options were good, staff were friendly” -
![Semi Exclusive Area at Dirty Martini Bristol in Bristol Old City]()
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi Exclusive Area
90 guestsDirty Martini BristolBristol Old CityVVictoria B.
“Location was central and convenient. Decent drinks packages.” -
![The Lounge at The Lost & Found Bristol in Clifton, Bristol]()
from £400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Lounge
75 guestsThe Lost & Found BristolClifton, Bristol
#Supervenue
SStephen W.
“The secret bar room was lovely, the staff were helpful and friendly, food/drinks adequately priced.” -
![Cocktail Lounge at The Green Rooms Bristol in Harbourside, Bristol]()
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCocktail Lounge
100 guestsThe Green Rooms BristolHarbourside, Bristol
#Supervenue
KKatey F.
“We had a great evening and drinks were reasonably priced. Thank you!” -
![Second Floor Restaurant at Harvey Nichols Bristol in Broadmead, Bristol]()
from £250
minimum spend / per morningCheck availabilitySecond Floor Restaurant
100 guestsHarvey Nichols BristolBroadmead, Bristol
#Supervenue
FFabulous P.
“Everything was served in great style with attention to detail. The drinks menu and the canapes were fabulous.” -
![Function Room at The White Bear Social Club in Cotham, Bristol]()
from £20
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityFunction Room
60 guestsThe White Bear Social ClubCotham, BristolJJon
“Venue was suitable for occasion. Drinks were a reasonable price. Air-conditioning was good.” -
![The Restaurant at The Lost & Found Bristol in Clifton, Bristol]()
from £600
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Restaurant
250 guestsThe Lost & Found BristolClifton, Bristol
#Supervenue
CChris O.
“The space was gorgeous and the food was lovely, drinks were reasonably priced too.” -
![Main bar at Clubhaus Harbourside in Bristol Old City]()
from £300
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityMain bar
100 guestsClubhaus HarboursideBristol Old CityAAnderson B.
“We hired Clubhaus for our Wedding reception. Lovely space, nicely laid out and clean.” -
![Brown & Bye Restaurant & Bar at Brown & Bye in Hotwells, Bristol]()
from £50
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityBrown & Bye Restaurant & Bar
70 guestsBrown & ByeHotwells, BristolSSusie K.
“The venue was well placed, perfect for private hire and we enjoyed our event very much.” -
![Full Venue Private Hire at Dirty Martini Bristol in Bristol Old City]()
from £500
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityFull Venue Private Hire
200 guestsDirty Martini BristolBristol Old CityMMrs E.
“Very well organised and all the welcome drinks were ready on arrival as ordered staff were attentive.”
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Book One of Bristol's Cheap Spaces for Drinks Receptions
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“Lovely venue, Caroline was so helpful pre the night, giving me lots of info and making me feel at ease!”
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Plan an Unforgettable Drinks Reception Event at Bristol’s Bars
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“All of the staff were fantastic - would definitely recommend The Secret Bar for your event.”
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Drink and Dine at Bristol’s Fantastic Drinks Reception Restaurants
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“Everything was served in great style with attention to detail. The drinks menu and the canapes were fabulous.”
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FAQs about Top Drinks Reception Venues in Bristol
Booking costs of drinks reception venues average £575 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 Bristol, based on Tagvenue data from December 2025:
| From £320 | to £1000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £10 | to £30 | per person |
| From £20 | to £214 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated December 2025), the best options include:
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Main bar at Clubhaus Harbourside in Bristol Old City - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘I booked this venue for my 40th birthday party and we had the best time!’ -
Cocktail Lounge at The Green Rooms Bristol in Harbourside - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘We had a great evening and drinks were reasonably priced.’ -
Second Floor Restaurant at Harvey Nichols Bristol in Broadmead - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The drinks menu and the canapes were fabulous. Thank you to Michelle Thompson and a great staff.’
You'll find drinks reception 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 Bristol, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (December 2025):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £96 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 60 and 100 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 105 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Bristol, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Wine Cellar Mixed Seating at Le Vignoble Bristol
on Hawkins Lane Finzels Reach - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Le Vignoble is a unique venue in Bristol city centre, located in Finzels Reach next to Castle Park. We have restaurant/bar style seating for up to 85 guests, a mixture of seated/standing space for up to 120 guests, or alternatively... -
Second Floor Restaurant at Harvey Nichols Bristol
on 27 Philadelphia Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘The drinks menu and the canapes were fabulous. Thank you to Michelle Thompson and a great staff.’ -
The Lounge Bar at Totos by the River
on 121 Redcliff Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Staff were extremely helpful from viewing the venue to collecting items after the event.’
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