Sheffield’s got a table for every crew and every craving, no clichés required. One minute you’re sharing mezze in a candlelit Persian café near Sharrow Vale, the next you’re elbows-deep in ribs at a no-frills smokehouse tucked behind a railway arch. Planning something low-key with six mates? Grab a booth in a craft beer spot with loaded fries worth writing home about. Going all out for 25? Book a private room where you can cheers with prosecco, pass the padron peppers, and still hear your mate’s speech. Whether it's Thai, tapas, or tikka you're after, Sheffield serves it with extra gravy if you ask nicely. Browse our top group dining restaurants and book your favourite one today.
Booking costs of group dining restaurants average £25 per person. 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 Sheffield, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £15 | to £32 | per person |
| From £250 | to £1000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £150 | to £750 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
Private Dining Room at The Botanist, Sheffield
in Sheffield City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘I would recommend this venue for small gatherings.’
First Floor Private Bar at Manahatta Sheffield
in Sheffield City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue in private space at the heart of Sheffield.’
Boardroom at The Lost and Found Sheffield
in Sheffield - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘The food was really good and the venue set up the room really nicely.’
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 Sheffield, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £250 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 90 guests | prices average £250 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 120 guests | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Sheffield, available to book on Tagvenue:
Smaller group dining restaurants usually fit up to 40 guests seated. Here are some great options in Sheffield, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
Second Floor at Maranellos italian restaurants - dining room for 40 guests
Venue said: The space also provides wall-mounted surfaces suitable for menus or displays. Ideal for: Small groups of friends or colleagues seeking a relaxed, seated dinner and conversational socialising in a compact, informal setting.
Dining Area at Bistrobar - dining room for 40 guests
Venue said: Features: The venue includes Wi‑Fi, air conditioning and an integrated PA system with speakers, and it allows hosts to play their own music. Ideal for: Small groups seeking relaxed, seated dinners or informal drinks where...
Entire Venue at Roku Japanese Restaurant Sheffield - restaurant for 30 guests
Venue said: The restaurant has a maximum capacity of 40 people. The space is ideal for private celebrations, dining parties and other small social gatherings. The dining area features Japanese-style decorations, as well as both standard...
Cheap group dining restaurants in Sheffield start from £50 hire fee per event or £200 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
Main Dine at Mezwaani Restro Bar, from £50 hire fee per event
(up to 92 guests seated)
Venue said: Main Dine is the Dining Room in Mezwaani Restro Bar. A continuous banquette runs the length of the room and anchors its layout for private seated dining.
Brooklyn- Private Dining Room at Manahatta Sheffield, from £200 minimum spend per event
(up to 10 guests seated)
Venue said: Brooklyn is a stylish fully private dining room, located upstairs that holds up to 10 guests seated around a large oval table or up to 15 guests standing.
Library at Mercure Sheffield Kenwood Hall Hotel & Spa, from £150 hire fee per day
(up to 25 guests seated)
Venue said: A traditional, wood‑panelled room with high ceilings, parquet flooring and an arched full‑height window dressed with patterned curtains; the space feels formal and benefits from generous natural light.
Page last updated in October 2026
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