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Top Cocktail Reception Venues in West End
Dreaming of exceptional drinks reception venues in the West End? Look no further – Covent Garden, Soho, and Fitzrovia offer an outstanding selection of cocktail bars, speakeasies, and wine bars for your event. Unlock the potential of these unique spaces in the heart of Central London with Tagvenue. Explore our handpicked listings, utilize our smart filters for a customized search, and secure the perfect spot for your reception. Start your search now and start planning your menu. Your West End event awaits – make your booking today!
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![Rooftop Terrace at TATTU London in West End, London]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRooftop Terrace
65 guestsTATTU LondonTottenham Court Road StationWest End, LondonAAllie K.
“Perfect for a cocktail party - great food, drinks and views. Very easy to work with!” -
![The Downstairs Cocktail Bar at LOCKES Bar Covent Garden in West End, London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Downstairs Cocktail Bar
150 guestsLOCKES Bar Covent GardenCovent Garden StationWest End, London
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TTom M.
“I find a lot of cocktail bars actually make mediocre drinks, but these guys know what they are doing!” -
![Entire Ground Floor at LOCKES Bar Covent Garden in West End, London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Ground Floor
300 guestsLOCKES Bar Covent GardenCovent Garden StationWest End, London
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CCaroline F.
“Great place for after work drinks. Really lovely service and fabulous cocktail menu. Thanks for a great night!” -
![Upstairs at The White Swan at The White Swan in Covent Garden, West End]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityUpstairs at The White Swan
60 guestsThe White SwanLeicester Square StationCovent Garden, West EndMMichael
“We recently hosted a drinks reception for a group of 40 people, and I cannot recommend this pub highly enough!” -
![Window Tables at LOCKES Bar Covent Garden in West End, London]()
from £5
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityWindow Tables
50 guestsLOCKES Bar Covent GardenCovent Garden StationWest End, London
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CCat B.
“Great atmosphere, cocktails and overall venue! The service was so good - would definitely book again!” -
![The Chairman's Lounge at The Crown & Two Chairmen in West End, London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Chairman's Lounge
100 guestsThe Crown & Two ChairmenTottenham Court Road StationWest End, London
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GGordon T.
“Fast service and good location room was very pleasant indeed and a great drinks selection.” -
![Exclusive Hire at Basement Sate in West End, London]()
from £2500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityExclusive Hire
120 guestsBasement SateTottenham Court Road StationWest End, LondonFFumika Y.
“The venue is stylish, with a great selection of drinks, and the staff were friendly and very accommodating.” -
![Private Lounge at Baaria in Covent Garden, West End]()
from £200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Lounge
30 guestsBaariaLeicester Square StationCovent Garden, West End
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NNichola B.
“The drinks were great, the food was delicious, and the space itself was lovely and perfectly matched our vibe.” -
![Afternoon Tea Room at Browns Covent Garden in Covent Garden, West End]()
from £3500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityAfternoon Tea Room
100 guestsBrowns Covent GardenLeicester Square StationCovent Garden, West End
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MMicheline K.
“We loved the set up of the drinks and food in the foyer outside the room as well. Overall, a very nice day.” -
![The Cocktail Bar Tables at LOCKES Bar Covent Garden in West End, London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Cocktail Bar Tables
125 guestsLOCKES Bar Covent GardenCovent Garden StationWest End, London
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KKatherine D.
“Very responsive during booking process. Venue exactly as described, food and drinks excellent.” -
![The Gallery Bar at De Hems Pub in Chinatown, West End]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Gallery Bar
100 guestsDe Hems PubLeicester Square StationChinatown, West End
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VVivek R.
“Really nice event hosted here, staff were fantastic and space was great. Food and drink excellent.” -
![Roof Top Garden at Bow Street Tavern in Covent Garden, West End]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRoof Top Garden
30 guestsBow Street TavernCovent Garden StationCovent Garden, West End
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WWinh D.
“Great location and good food and drinks menu. We booked the rooftop and was secluded/private for our party.”
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“Very good value for money. Top location. Well presented, modern room with an appropriate level of sitting.”
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“Fun energy, good services. Employees seemed keen and used to deal with (drunk) costumers.”
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Plan an Unforgettable Drinks Reception Event at West End’s Bars
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“Great party space with different areas. Option to go downstairs to Bar Soho.”
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“The venue was absolutely perfect for my 30th birthday drinks!”
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“The space was also perfect for our group of 30 and bar staff were great throughout the evening.”
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“The two members of bar staff were also so lovely, hopefully they enjoyed our group as well!”
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“Brilliant venue, great location, cool vibe and super friendly staff, from security to bar staff.”
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“Cute bar area, friendly staff, tasty food, very good location”
Drink and Dine at West End’s Fantastic Drinks Reception Restaurants
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“Super cool venue - wall art, drinks, soundsystem.”
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“It is a beautiful restaurant and great value for money. I will definitely be recommending to friends.”
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“Food, drink and service was great. Couldn't be more accommodating”
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“The canapes were SO tasty, as was the Gazoz 'mocktail' we selected as a welcome drink.”
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“The team were exceptionally attentive with serving around food and offering drinks, we were never without!”
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“Beautiful setting, great drinks”
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 West End, based on Tagvenue data from May 2026:
| From £700 | to £2756 | minimum spend per event |
| From £25 | to £90 | per person |
| From £650 | to £1980 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated May 2026), the best options include:
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The Downstairs Cocktail Bar at LOCKES Bar Covent Garden in Holborn - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue for work events! Great food, drinks, and very attentive friendly staff.’ -
Rooftop Terrace at TATTU London in West End - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Perfect for a cocktail party - great food, drinks and views.’ -
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 West End, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (May 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £1250 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 65 and 100 guests | prices average £1750 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 120 guests | prices average £2100 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 40 and 120 guests |
| Bar | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 120 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average £1050 minimum spend per event | typically between 30 and 80 guests |
| Cocktail Bar | prices average £1700 minimum spend per event | typically between 45 and 120 guests |
| Pub | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 120 guests |
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