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 from December 2025:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated December 2025), 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.’

• Mala Madre Events Space at The Last Talisman in Bermondsey - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘Would definitely book this venue again / recommend to others for future events!’

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 (December 2025):

These are the venues within 0.7 mi from central London, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Private Dining Room at The Westminster Bar & Grill on 30 John Islip Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘The venue and staff were lovely, especially the waiter we had all night, Anthony Arias.’
• The Dining Room at Marquis of Westminster on 50 Warwick Way - 0.5 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘We booked the grove room downstairs.’
• Private Mezzanine 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.’

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 and Searcys at The Gherkin both deliver 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. Angel Venue in Islington is another affordable choice with hourly hire from £25, making it suitable for casual meetups or workshops with food provided separately.