Lunch Venues for Hire in Newcastle

Booking costs of lunch venues average £750 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 Newcastle, based on Tagvenue data from July 2026:

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

• The Branch at Banyan Newcastle in Newcastle City Centre - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Communication was really clear when booking and really easy to pre-order.’

• Brooklyn Dining Room at Manahatta Newcastle in Newcastle City Centre - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Great venue, location and staff. My daughter had a fantastic 21st party...’

• Mezzanine at BrewDog Newcastle in Newcastle City Centre - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘Was so good would really recommend to anyone booking for a birthday...’

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

These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Newcastle, available to book on Tagvenue:

• The Greys Room at Gaucho Newcastle on 2-6 Market Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: Paying homage to one of the city’s greats, this space is named after former Prime Minister Charles Grey.
• Viceroy at Pleased to Meet You on 41-45 High Bridge - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Venue said: Pleased to Meet You is a cocktail bar and restaurant in Newcastle with a spacious, stylish interior. It offers seasonal menus, a strong gin selection, and flexible event options.
• Mezzanine at BrewDog Newcastle on Dean Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Was so good would really recommend to anyone booking for a birthday...’

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

Options range from private bars, private dining rooms to function rooms and live music venues. You’ll find Asian street food eateries like Soho Korean & Japanese, classic British restaurants like Gaucho, and vibrant, high-capacity venues like Revolución de Cuba. Many offer tailored lunch menus or private sections for events.

Booking at least 2 to 4 weeks in advance is recommended, particularly for popular city centre locations or group sizes over 30. Venues around Temple Bar and central business districts can fill quickly for weekday corporate lunches and festive periods like December.