Lunch Venues for Hire in Glasgow

Booking costs of lunch venues average £35 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 Glasgow, based on Tagvenue data:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:

• Balcony at Table Twenty Eight in Glasgow City Centre - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Great venue / space for an intimate event. Staff were so accommodating & food was delicious!’

• The Drawing Room at The Butterfly and The Pig in Glasgow City Centre - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘The private room was so lovely and staff were super friendly and helpful. service and food were superb!’

• Gold Room at Arta in Glasgow City Centre - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘Loved the venue and the food was great too.’

You'll find lunch 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 Glasgow, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):

These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Glasgow, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Private Dining Room 2 at Nippon Kitchen on 91 West George Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: The thoughtful layout and refined setting make this space perfect for both celebratory and corporate occasions, ensuring a memorable experience for every guest.
• Private Dinning Room at Sticks'n'Sushi Glasgow on 7 George Square - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: Our private dining room can accommodate up to 40 guests seated, making it ideal for everything from intimate dinners and birthday celebrations to corporate lunches, team gatherings and special occasions.
• Full Venue Exclusive Hire at Gaucho Glasgow on 7 West Nile Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: The perfect steak restaurant in for those weekday lunches, corporate events and Christmas parties – we’re the social hub for accessible luxury in the city.

Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for lunch venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Smaller lunch venues usually fit up to 30 guests seated. Here are some great options in Glasgow, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

• The Board Room at The Butterfly and The Pig, rated 4.9/5 - dining room for 24 guests
  Our user said: ‘Easy to organise our dinner for 20. Staff were lovely on the evening.’

• Private Dining Room at Arta, rated 4.8/5 - dining room for 20 guests
  Our user said: ‘What an amazing Venue! The staff were exceptional and I can’t praise them enough!’

• The Projection Room at Grosvenor Café, rated 4.7/5 - dining room for 22 guests
  Venue said: A small room in a cinema in which the film projectors are operated. This may have been the Grosvenor Picture Theatre’s use in 1921. However, this cozy and stylish setting is the perfect space for private events!

Cheap lunch venues in Glasgow start from £15 per person or £250 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

• The Drawing Room at The Bothy Glasgow, from £15 per person (up to 30 guests seated)
  Venue said: The Drawing Room holds up to 30 guests. You can choose your arrangement with one long table or smaller groupings of twos and fours. The room provides soft velvet curtains and antique-style vibes.

• Private Dining Room at Mowgli Glasgow - Private Dining Room, from £250 minimum spend per event (up to 30 guests seated)
  Venue said: Hidden away on St Vincent Street in central Glasgow, this inviting private dining spot mixes fun, playful design with friendly hospitality. It's perfect for groups, up to 30 seated or 45 standing, which makes it a great choice...

• The Gallery at The Mackintosh Tearooms, from £250 hire fee per day (up to 62 guests seated)
  Venue said: The Gallery is located on a mezzanine above the Back Saloon of the Main Tea Rooms providing seclusion for a private function whilst staying part of the atmosphere of the central building.

Riverboat Casino is another low-cost option at £10 per person for lunch sessions. These venues are perfect for smaller gatherings or informal business lunches.

The city centre offers a wide range of cuisines. Italian food is well represented by Sannio Italian Restaurant & Cocktail Bar and Joia Italian Restaurant and Bar. You’ll also find Indian options like Bawarchi in the nearby West End and Korean street food at Life 4 Cuts / CJ’s. Traditional Scottish fare is served at places like Mharsanta Restaurant & Bar. Generally, it’s easy to find something to suit any group’s taste.