Lunch Venues for Hire in London

Booking costs of lunch venues average £1000 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 London, based on Tagvenue data:

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

• Balcony Room at Swan, Shakespeare's Globe in Southwark - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘I hired the Balcony Room for my 30th and had the best experience.’

• The Orangery at Hyatt Place London City East in Tower Hamlets - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘I booked this space for my birthday meal for 16 people, and the entire experience was excellent.’

• Afternoon Tea Room at Browns Covent Garden in Covent Garden - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘I held my 30th Birthday party here and the staff were incredible from pre-booking all the way to the event.’

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 London, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):

These are the venues within 0.9 mi from Central London, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Mezzanine Exclusive at Casa do Frango Victoria on Sir Simon Milton Square - 0.7 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘The food was a massive hit with everyone and the space was beautiful.’
• Courtyard Garden at Boisdale of Belgravia on 15 Eccleston Street - 0.8 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘We decided with y now husband to visit the place yearly to have dinner on our anniversary.’
• Number Fifty Three at The Clarence Whitehall on 53 Whitehall - 0.9 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Don't get the brownie or you might need a dentist...’

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 London, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

• The Zen Den Private Room at The Last Talisman, rated 4.7/5 - dining room for 20 guests
  Our user said: ‘Great intimate space for a small private party, the ambiance and music was nice. Staff were nice and helpful.’

• Private Dining/Meeting Room at Bennie Restaurant, rated 4.8/5 - dining room for 30 guests
  Our user said: ‘Aesthetically the room was nice for a small intimate private dinner i...’

• Small Private Dining Room at Brasserie Blanc Southbank, rated 4.9/5 - dining room for 20 guests
  Our user said: ‘Excellent service and food in the perfect location for our small group of friends.’

If you’re looking for style and atmosphere, STK Rooftop Stratford offers sleek interiors and skyline views, while The Light Bar in Shoreditch blends industrial chic with a cosy atmosphere.

 For something smaller, SUSHISAMBA delivers luxury and iconic views, ideal for impressing clients or celebrating milestones. 

For a quirky, laid-back vibe, The Last Talisman in Bermondsey is a crowd-pleaser, featuring bold decor and pan-Asian bites near London Bridge.

Great budget-friendly options include The Travel Cafe Waterloo, which has hire fees as low as £30 per hour.