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Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Cardiff
Cardiff knows how to raise a glass in style and you’ll find the best Cardiff has to offer right here. Whether it’s a chic rooftop with views over Cardiff Castle, a sleek bar near St. Mary Street, or a hidden gem tucked away in the arcades, the city offers unforgettable drinks reception venues where you can toast in style. From Welsh gin tastings to champagne soirées, you’ll be spoiled for choice. Scroll on, and let’s toast to finding your perfect spot.
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![Bar 1 at Bonnie Rogues Pub in Cardiff Centre]()
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBar 1
30 guestsBonnie Rogues PubCardiff CentreMMartina F.
“Excellent space! In the mix so we still benefitted from the atmosphere of the bar, and easy access to drinks.” -
![Moonshine Bar at Bootlegger Bar Cardiff in Cardiff Centre]()
from £550
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMoonshine Bar
50 guestsBootlegger Bar CardiffCardiff CentreRRhydian W.
“The customer service was fantastic, and its a great space with a great vibe to have a drink with friends.” -
![Rockpools Dining Area at The Botanist Cardiff Bay in Cardiff]()
from £800
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRockpools Dining Area
30 guestsThe Botanist Cardiff BayCardiffHHelena K.
“28 of us celebrated a special birthday at the rock pool area. Food and drinks were lovely.” -
![The BIG Boom Brunch at Boom Battle Bar Cardiff in Cardiff Centre]()
from £35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe BIG Boom Brunch
60 guestsBoom Battle Bar CardiffCardiff CentreThe best bottomless brunch in Cardiff, this brunch delivers vibes for days. 90 minutes of bottomless drinks, we’re talking cocktails, fizz and draft beer & cider, a street food feast and live entertainment. -
![Full Venue Hire at Slug and Lettuce Cardiff in Cardiff Centre]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
400 guestsSlug and Lettuce CardiffCardiff CentreThe menu’s packed with tasty options—from small plates and nibbles to hearty British mains—and the drinks list doesn’t disappoint either. Think cocktails, wine, beers, and some seriously tempting 2-for-1 offers every day. -
![Garden at Ludo Cardiff in Cardiff Centre]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityGarden
180 guestsLudo CardiffCardiff CentreThe Garden at Ludo Cardiff is an outdoor event space for summer celebrations, corporate gatherings, social events, and drinks receptions on St Mary Street. -
![Main Inside & Viewing Deck at Lo Lounge in Cardiff]()
from £100
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityMain Inside & Viewing Deck
220 guestsLo LoungeCardiffLLisa K.
“They would hard all night. Location was great over looking the bay. Would highly recommend booking this venue.” -
![Private Upstairs Room at O'Neill's Trinity Street Cardiff in Cardiff Centre]()
from £200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Upstairs Room
100 guestsO'Neill's Trinity Street CardiffCardiff Centre
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CChristopher W.
“Great size venue for our party and brilliant location.” -
![Upper Level at Be At One Cardiff in Cardiff Centre]()
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityUpper Level
100 guestsBe At One CardiffCardiff CentreThe Upper Level comes complete with its own private bar, ensuring your guests enjoy our expertly crafted cocktails without the wait. With over 100 drinks to choose from, our skilled bartenders are ready to cater to every -
![PARTY AND EVENT VENUE at DNC BAR in Cardiff Centre]()
from £100
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityPARTY AND EVENT VENUE
120 guestsDNC BARCardiff Centre
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BBella H.
“The venue was a great size, places to sit down, could connect to the speaker” -
![Entire Venue at Mina Lebanese Cuisine in Cardiff Outskirts]()
from £10
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
80 guestsMina Lebanese CuisineCardiff OutskirtsThe restaurant has a capacity of up to 50 seated guests for parties, family gatherings, cocktail receptions and other special occasions. The space has a flexible layout, accommodating both long tables for reunions and individual -
![The Tiger Bar (Ground Floor) at The Cocktail Club Cardiff in Cardiff Centre]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Tiger Bar (Ground Floor)
60 guestsThe Cocktail Club CardiffCardiff CentreA semi-private space with a tropical-inspired design, used for networking events, birthday celebrations, team socials, and drinks receptions. The Tiger Bar has its own private bar, giving groups a separate setting while still
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Drink and Dine at Cardiff’s Fantastic Drinks Reception Restaurants
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“Great little space, set off from the main restaurant. Worked great for our family celebration.”
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“28 of us celebrated a special birthday at the rock pool area. Food and drinks were lovely.”
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FAQs about Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Cardiff
Booking costs of drinks reception venues average £550 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 Cardiff, based on Tagvenue data from August 2026:
| From £300 | to £1600 | minimum spend per event |
| From £16 | to £35 | per person |
| From £125 | to £400 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated August 2026), the best options include:
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Main Inside & Viewing Deck at Lo Lounge in Cardiff - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Location was great over looking the bay. Would highly recommend booking this venue.’ -
Private Upstairs Room at O'Neill's Trinity Street Cardiff in Cardiff Centre - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Venue was great size, bar staff were brilliant...’ -
PARTY AND EVENT VENUE at DNC BAR in Cardiff Centre - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Super friendly staff . Nothing was too much trouble. Highly recommend this venue...’
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 Cardiff, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (August 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average £550 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 70 and 120 guests | prices average £300 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 140 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Cardiff, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Upstairs Room at O'Neill's St Mary Street Cardiff
on 85-87 St Mary St, Cardiff - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Plus, with a variety of buffet menus, drinks packages, and catering options, your event is in safe hands. Drop us a message to find out more—we’d love to host you! -
Top Bar at Slug and Lettuce Cardiff Central
on 84 Saint Mary Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: After drinks? Don’t miss our cocktail trees, packed with favourites like gin serves and Pornstar Martinis. With birdcage booths, lively vibes, and friendly staff ready to host your party or guide you through a Cocktail Masterclass -
The Tiger Bar (Ground Floor) at The Cocktail Club Cardiff
on 75 Saint Mary Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Let your wild side out with our latest edition to The Cocktail Club’s group. Expect all the usual TCC stuff – fit cocktails, banging tunes and energetic bartenders – along with a big fat dose of Victorian-style townhouse...
Based on Tagvenue data (as of August 2026), users looking for drinks reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 45 and 90 guests |
| Bar | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 80 and 450 guests |
| Pub | prices average £400 minimum spend per event | typically between 30 and 100 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average £625 minimum spend per event | typically between 30 and 45 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £400 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 100 guests |
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