Top Restaurants for Groups in Cardiff
Cardiff excels at group dining, offering a fantastic experience free from the hassle of splitting tables or shouting over noise. For anyone planning a birthday celebration, a team outing, or a much-anticipated family meal, Cardiff has numerous group dining restaurants that consistently draw in food enthusiasts. Cosy pub dining rooms in Pontcanna to nice city-centre spots serve up shareable plates and seriously good cocktails. You’ll find venues ready to feed your crew in style. Need a private area? Set menu options? A place where dietary preferences don’t cause drama? Easy. Cardiff has spaces where the food is fantastic, the vibe is perfect, and everyone gets a seat at the main table. Scroll down to find your perfect place to gather.
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from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Greenhouse
22 guestsThe Botanist Cardiff CentralCardiff Centre#Supervenue
IIwan S.
“Great little space, set off from the main restaurant. Worked great for our family celebration.” -
from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
12 guestsThe Botanist Cardiff CentralCardiff Centre#Supervenue
MMaggie N.
“Great private dinning space which allowed us to be comfortable with our mixed group which included toddlers.” -
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.” -
from £45
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
30 guestsGaucho CardiffCardiff CentrePrivate Dining Room is a Dining Room in Gaucho Cardiff centred on a single long dining arrangement that provides an enclosed, mood-lit space for private meals.
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from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityConservatory (2nd Floor) Bar
40 guestsThe Botanist Cardiff CentralCardiff Centre#Supervenue
WWendy
“The atmosphere very good and topped with beautiful weather. The manager on the night was helpful and friendly.” -
from £25
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRestaurant Hire
250 guestsBrowns Marriott CardiffCardiff CentreAn all-day British brasserie and bar housed in a hotel, defined by a polished grand café-style dining room that balances formal seating and an approachable brasserie layout.
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from £25
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityBigger Eating Area
50 guestsWow Lounge CardiffCardiff CentreBigger Eating Area is a Dining Room in Wow Lounge Cardiff defined by bold, high-backed upholstered chairs that characterise its private dining corner. Design: The room pairs patterned tropical wallpaper and pendant lighting
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from £35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
60 guestsMowgli Street Food CardiffCardiff CentreIn addition to its regular dining services, Mowgli Cardiff offers options for large group bookings and exclusive venue hire. Whether you're planning a corporate event, birthday celebration, or any special occasion, the restaurant
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from £16
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
120 guestsBill's Cardiff Central RestaurantCardiff CentreBill's Cardiff Central is a contemporary European restaurant defined by colourful, casual dining rooms and an easygoing layout that suits daytime and evening trade.
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from £10000
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityFull Venue Exclusive Hire
230 guestsGaucho CardiffCardiff CentreThe top floor at Gaucho Cardiff offers a versatile space for both intimate soirées and grand celebrations. Two private dining rooms provide intimacy for smaller gatherings, while the spacious dining area caters to groups
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from £10
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityRestaurant
88 guestsGiovanni's in Park PlaceCardiff CentreGiovanni's in Park Place is an Italian restaurant located in Cardiff, UK. We offer both indoor and outdoor areas for private hire. Our dining spaces are available for small and medium-sized events.
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from £500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityBanana Tree
300 guestsBanana Tree - CardiffCardiff CentreThe Banana Tree is a restaurant venue characterised by a plant-filled, tropical-themed interior and colourful, relaxed dining areas. Design: The interior uses natural materials, patterned banquettes and rattan pendant lights
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FAQs about Top Restaurants for Groups in Cardiff
Booking costs of group dining restaurants average £500 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:
| Typically between £300 | and £1500 | minimum spend per event |
| Typically between £16 | and £35 | per person |
| Typically between £110 | and £330 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 2026), the best options include:
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Chairman’s Lounge at Cardiff City Stadium in Cardiff Outskirts - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Splendid venue and excellent support from the duty staff and the events planner.’ -
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...’ -
Bar 1 at Bonnie Rogues Pub in Cardiff Centre - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘In the mix so we still benefitted from the atmosphere of the bar, and easy access to drinks.’
You'll find group dining restaurants 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 (November 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £750 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 100 guests | prices average £300 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 140 guests | prices average £500 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.
Our user said: ‘What I liked about the place we rented was the great location, fantastic atmosphere, and friendly staff.’ -
Full Venue Hire at Slug and Lettuce Cardiff Central
on 84 Saint Mary Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Spread across three floors, it features modern dining areas, unique birdcage booths, and flexible spaces that can be adapted for a wide range of event types. -
The Gallery (Upstairs) at The Cocktail Club Cardiff
on 75 Saint Mary Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: The top floor bar ‘The Gallery’ – the hottest spot in Cardiff to throw your next serious soiree in.
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Main Dining at Mattancherry Canton - dining room for 45 guests
Venue said: Main Dining, Dining Room in Mattancherry Canton — a compact restaurant dining room organised around a mix of bench seating and freestanding tables that adapts easily for small-group layouts. -
Outside Terrace at Gaucho Cardiff, rated 4.5/5 - terrace for 20 guests
Venue said: For a more exclusive dining experience, our restaurant features a private dining room, an ideal setting for corporate events and celebrations. Explore the distinctive blend of sophistication and culture at Gaucho Cardiff. -
Main Dining at Salkaara Wellfield Road - dining room for 30 guests
Venue said: Salkaara in Cardiff is an Indian restaurant that can also be hired for private parties, whether celebrating Indian culture or introducing guests to new flavors.
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Outdoor Space at Giovanni's in Park Place, from £10 per person (up to 45 guests seated)
Venue said: Outdoor Space is a semi-private terrace at Giovanni's in Park Place defined by its planter-lined courtyard adjacent to the restaurant. Design: The terrace presents a compact, paved courtyard set against a stone façade with... -
PARTY AND EVENT VENUE at DNC BAR, from £100 hire fee per event (up to 60 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘So responsive in messages before hand, very accommodating, great price for what you get...’ -
Bar 1 at Bonnie Rogues Pub, from £250 minimum spend per event (up to 24 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘In the mix so we still benefitted from the atmosphere of the bar, and easy access to drinks.’
In Cardiff, group dining restaurants are most commonly booked for 15 to 50 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of November 2026:
| Party | Usually between £150 and £450. |
User who booked PARTY AND EVENT VENUE at DNC BAR for 70 guests
said: ‘Great venue highly recommend...’ |
| Meeting | Usually between £100 and £200. |
User who booked Syndicate 3 at The Holiday Inn Cardiff City for 9 guests
said: ‘Clean room friendly team and great coffee.’ |
| 18th Birthday Party | Usually between £100 and £200. |
User who booked Captain's Lounge at Cardiff City Stadium for 150 guests
said: ‘Thank you for making it such a special occasion.’ |
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