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Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Soho
Soho is the place to be when it comes to hosting a drinks reception! Located in the West End, this lively area has all kinds of cool venues, from rooftop bars with great views to cosy lounges close to landmarks like Piccadilly Circus and Oxford Street that are perfect for mingling. Venues here often have contemporary design, private settings, and a lively atmosphere great for a laid-back gathering or a chic event. Browse our selection of drinks reception venues in Soho and book the one that fits your vibe.
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![Exclusive Hire at Basement Sate in Soho, London]()
from £2500
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120 guestsBasement SateTottenham Court Road StationSoho, LondonFFumika Y.
“The venue is stylish, with a great selection of drinks, and the staff were friendly and very accommodating.” -
![The Chairman's Lounge at The Crown & Two Chairmen in Soho, London]()
from £500
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100 guestsThe Crown & Two ChairmenTottenham Court Road StationSoho, London
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GGordon T.
“Fast service and good location room was very pleasant indeed and a great drinks selection.” -
![Terrace at Kapara Soho in Soho, London]()
from £1500
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50 guestsKapara SohoTottenham Court Road StationSoho, LondonHHolly P.
“The canapes were SO tasty, as was the Gazoz 'mocktail' we selected as a welcome drink.” -
![Textiles Room at Mr Foggs Pawnbrokers in Soho, London]()
from £1250
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45 guestsMr Foggs PawnbrokersLeicester Square StationSoho, LondonTTj, E.
“Having prepared drinks at the ready was the highlight, no waiting for drinks.” -
![The Boudoir Bar at Bar Soho in Soho, London]()
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Boudoir Bar
100 guestsBar SohoLeicester Square StationSoho, London
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RRoni S.
“Great communication with the team there. Great sound system, food and drink.” -
![Josper Room at Ember Yard in Soho, London]()
from £750
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24 guestsEmber YardOxford Circus StationSoho, London
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RRachel L.
“Great experience overall! The food and drinks offered a nice variety with good quality and flavour.” -
![Bar & Lounge at Chotto Matte in Soho, London]()
from £5000
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60 guestsChotto MatteTottenham Court Road StationSoho, LondonRRachael
“The team were exceptionally attentive with serving around food and offering drinks, we were never without!” -
![Boom Box Bar at Black Tap in Soho, London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityBoom Box Bar
50 guestsBlack TapPiccadilly Circus StationSoho, London
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IIsabelle D.
“The atmosphere was great, food delicious and drinks good too.” -
![Backstage Basement at The Spice of Life - Soho in Soho, London]()
from £3500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityBackstage Basement
100 guestsThe Spice of Life - SohoLeicester Square StationSoho, LondonLLissy T.
“They were very hands-on, helping us set up the venue and preparing drinks at the bar quickly.” -
![Whole Venue at Games Room in Soho, London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue
30 guestsGames RoomTottenham Court Road StationSoho, LondonAAndrew D.
“The service was very good and the food tasted great. The room was clean and there plenty of drinks.” -
![Basement Studio at The Little Scarlet Door in Soho, London]()
from £2000
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityBasement Studio
130 guestsThe Little Scarlet DoorTottenham Court Road StationSoho, LondonJJonathan L.
“The venue was FANTASTIC!! Creatively designed and spacious, it was ideal for our event...” -
![The Salon Bleu at L'Escargot in Soho, London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Salon Bleu
22 guestsL'EscargotTottenham Court Road StationSoho, LondonDDean S.
“Our drinks were ready on arrival, everything was seamless from start to finish.”
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“Excellent venue for my 40th birthday celebrations with the girls.”
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Plan an Unforgettable Drinks Reception Event at Soho’s Bars
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“Brilliant venue, great location, cool vibe and super friendly staff, from security to bar staff.”
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“Aaron was an amazing barman throughout our time in the gold room. He was really helpful & friendly.”
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Drink and Dine at Soho’s Fantastic Drinks Reception Restaurants
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“I loved that I could connect my own music and that the space was very separate to the rest of the restaurant.”
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“The canapes were SO tasty, as was the Gazoz 'mocktail' we selected as a welcome drink.”
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“Great experience overall! The food and drinks offered a nice variety with good quality and flavour.”
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“Perfect for an occasion where you want some sharing food, drinks and to be able to hold a conversation.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Booking costs of drinks reception venues average £1500 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 Soho, based on Tagvenue data from May 2026:
| From £1000 | to £3500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £38 | to £60 | per person |
| From £1800 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated May 2026), the best options include:
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Exclusive Hire at Basement Sate in Soho - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue for a private event, really nice atmosphere and completely self contained.’ -
Terrace at Kapara Soho in Soho - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The space was laid out beautifully, wasn't too noisy and it felt the perfect size for 40-50 guests.’ -
The Chairman's Lounge at The Crown & Two Chairmen in Soho - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Private bar is large with lots of drinks available. Can’t beat the location for convenience.’
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 Soho, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (May 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 100 guests | prices average £1900 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 110 guests | prices average £4000 minimum spend per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of May 2026), users looking for drinks reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 30 and 80 guests |
| Bar | prices average £1750 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 120 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 30 and 60 guests |
| Cocktail Bar | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 45 and 120 guests |
| Lounge | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 25 and 100 guests |
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