I chose to have my 30th birthday celebrations at Hello Cocktail Bar, House of Fu and it was such a great experience. In planning the event, Elle was so helpful and responsive. No question felt silly, or request frowned at. She organised everything I asked for, and the process felt really easy. On the evening, all the staff were amazing. They offered to help my family set up and take down the decorations, as well as run welcome drinks. The DJ was happy to work around pauses for slideshows and cake cutting etc. and helped to fix any small technical issues. He also played all the artists I had requested prior to the event. The selection of buffet nibbles we had picked were all delicious, as we've come to expect from dining at House of Fu. There was nothing I would change about the whole process. It was a breath of fresh air in comparison to the negative experience we had two years ago organising my partner's 30th at a different venue. Would recommend to anyone who's looking for a great venue for their next event.
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Top Party Spaces in Leeds
Party venues in Leeds average £750 minimum spend per event, drawn from spaces listed on Tagvenue. Most fall between £250 and £1,500 minimum spend, and many bars price per head instead – £10 to £25 per person – while dedicated halls charge a flat £500 to £840 hire fee per day.Venue type moves the number more than anything else. Function rooms are the cheapest at £250 average minimum spend for 60 to 180 guests, while restaurants are the priciest at £2,000 for 60 to 150. Bars, event spaces and lounges cluster at £500.Set your guest count and budget, then compare the party venues in Leeds by price, capacity and licence time and send an enquiry to your shortlist in one go.
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![The Hidden Library at The Lost and Found Greek Street in Leeds City Centre]()
from £100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Hidden Library
60 guestsThe Lost and Found Greek StreetLeeds City Centre
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JJenny I.
“I pre-ordered a lovely pizza buffet, and overall the venue was set up in the perfect layout for a bar party.” -
![Brooklyn Heights at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds City Centre]()
from £750
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBrooklyn Heights
100 guestsBrooklyn BarLeeds City CentreHHannah B.
“Fantastic venue space for a party. Staff were lovely on the bar and very helpful.” -
![Fairground 1 at Cuckoo in Leeds City Centre]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFairground 1
110 guestsCuckooLeeds City Centre
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SSally B.
“Great venue for a party and no charge for the room hire as long as you meet the minimum bar spend.” -
![Fairground 2 at Cuckoo in Leeds City Centre]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFairground 2
60 guestsCuckooLeeds City Centre
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KKeeley C.
“Booked the Fairground 2 room out for a 40th party and it was a great night!” -
![Martini Lounge at Dirty Martini Leeds in Leeds City Centre]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMartini Lounge
80 guestsDirty Martini LeedsLeeds City CentreRRebecca C.
“Great place to hold a private party. Great location, service and drinks choice. would recomend.” -
![Room One at The Backroom in Leeds City Centre]()
from £250
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityRoom One
180 guestsThe BackroomLeeds City CentreJJason H.
“Everything was great the the moment we booked it, helpful staff, the party was excellent.” -
![Mariachi Bar at Verve Leeds in Leeds City Centre]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMariachi Bar
50 guestsVerve LeedsLeeds City Centre
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FFreya P.
“Booked for a private party downstairs.” -
![Moonlight Bar at Be At One Leeds Greek Street in Leeds City Centre]()
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMoonlight Bar
100 guestsBe At One Leeds Greek StreetLeeds City Centre
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CCherelle A.
“Lovely venue for a party- nice decor and private toilets. Lovely staff” -
![Our Private Secret Bar at The Lost and Found Leeds Club in Leeds City Centre]()
from £2000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityOur Private Secret Bar
100 guestsThe Lost and Found Leeds ClubLeeds City Centre
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PPauline A.
“Great venue and the team are amazing. My party was a great success and l would recommend it.” -
![Upstairs Exclusive at Banyan Bar & Kitchen in Leeds City Centre]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityUpstairs Exclusive
120 guestsBanyan Bar & KitchenLeeds City CentreCClaire A.
“Excellent communication before the event. Fantastic venue for a Chrstmas party.” -
![Starlight Bar at Be At One Leeds Greek Street in Leeds City Centre]()
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityStarlight Bar
134 guestsBe At One Leeds Greek StreetLeeds City Centre
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RRod F.
“Perfect setting for a party, location is fantastic for anyone in Yorkshire” -
![Roof Terrace at The Rooftop Social in Leeds City Centre]()
from £50
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityRoof Terrace
120 guestsThe Rooftop SocialLeeds City Centre
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PPaul W.
“Fantastic views, great atmosphere, perfect location for a party. The team were all really helpful and friendly”
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Party Venues - Tagvenue’s Picks
Based on Tagvenue’s data, as of October 2026, here’s an overview of some of the best spaces you can book for your event in Leeds:
The Hidden Library at The Lost and Found Greek Street
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Brooklyn Heights at Brooklyn Bar
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Fairground 1 at Cuckoo
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| Space type | Function Room in a Restaurant | Lounge in a Cocktail Bar | Event Space in a Bar |
| Venue | Stylish restaurant and bar on Greek Street in Leeds, known for its creative cocktails, live performances, and upscale yet cozy atmosphere. Ideal for engagement parties, private celebrations, or casual gatherings with a personal touch, with options like a private room and bring-your-own DJ. | New York-inspired cocktail bar on Leeds' buzzing Call Lane, blending industrial and period charm with a lively terrace. Ideal for milestone birthdays, private parties, and sports-filled celebrations, with a dance floor, PA system, and bring-your-own-DJ option. | Energetic bar on Leeds' Call Lane, known for vibrant cocktails, complimentary pizzas with drinks before 9pm, and a rooftop terrace with 5 unique spaces. Ideal for lively party nights with dancing, custom music, and room for DJs. |
| Booking costs | from £100 minimum spend / per session | from £750 minimum spend / per session | from £1000 minimum spend / per session |
| Capacity | 60 guests seating, 60 standing | 100 standing | 110 standing |
| Location | Leeds City Centre | Leeds City Centre | Leeds City Centre |
| What users say | ‘We recently held our engagement party at Lost & Found in Leeds, and it truly exceeded all expectations.’ | ‘The venue was perfect for my birthday party.’ | ‘Venue was quirky, good atmosphere, set up well for the party.’ |
FAQs about Top Party Spaces in Leeds
Booking costs of party 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 Leeds, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £300 | to £1500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £10 | to £34 | per person |
| From £25 | to £190 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
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The Hidden Library at The Lost and Found Greek Street in Leeds City Centre - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘We recently held our engagement party at Lost & Found in Leeds, and it truly exceeded all expectations.’ -
Fairground 1 at Cuckoo in Leeds City Centre - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Venue was quirky, good atmosphere, set up well for the party.’ -
Martini Lounge at Dirty Martini Leeds in Leeds City Centre - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Great place to hold a private party. Great location, service and drinks choice.’
You'll find party 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 Leeds, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 85 and 150 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 170 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Leeds, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Roof Terrace at The Rooftop Social
on 33 Park Cross Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Fantastic views, great atmosphere, perfect location for a party.’ -
The Mezzanine at Manahatta Greek Street
on 29 East Parade - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: The Cocktail Bar is a great space that can hold up to 80 guests for any occasion from birthday parties to after-work socials. Based just upstairs of the main bar area on a mezzanine level, you're just tucked away enough to... -
Entire Venue at All Bar One Greek Street Leeds
on 27 East Parade - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Additionally, the whole outside seating area is at your disposal. You'll be able to choose from numerous menus, buffets and party packages - whatever you need, we provide it.
Based on Tagvenue data (as of October 2026), users looking for party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Bar | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 200 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 120 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 150 guests |
| Lounge | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 80 guests |
| Function Room | prices average £250 minimum spend per event | typically between 85 and 200 guests |
Our first recommendation for finding a party hall is to start your search in Leeds city centre. It has a great mix of hip bars, bustling clubs and posh restaurants to cater for any taste. In fact, City Square is known for its vibrant nightlife and fabulous private party venues that are perfect for a hen party. The area around Albion Street is also worth considering, as it has plenty of the chic bars that are great birthday party venues that Leeds is famous for. Briggate is another popular choice, with its elegant restaurants and corporate event spaces, especially on the northern end. If you’re looking for a more laid-back party location, Burmantofts is great. It’s not quite as trendy as some of the other areas in Leeds, but it has its fair share of awesome party venues.
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Restaurants. A dinner party is still a party – or maybe even the best kind of party. If you are looking for an event space to celebrate the occasion with a delicious meal, picking a birthday restaurant would be your best bet. For an extra effect, try hiring a venue close to the River Aire, so you can not only enjoy the tasty food, but also the charming view.
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Bars. Looking for party venues that serve delightful cocktails? Hiring a private bar in the Calls district for your party would be your best bet. Let your creativity loose and ask the bartender if you can create a drink of the night specifically for your event. It's the little things that make a party unforgettable.
- Cafés. Best suitable for a laid-back intimate function. It is perfect as an engagement party venue or a baby shower party location. Look around the Leeds City Centre or the Briggate district; they are both full of unique and cool cafés with the right atmosphere
Your Guide to Hiring Party Venues in Leeds
What types of party venues can you hire in Leeds?
Bars, event spaces, lounges and function rooms make up most of the Leeds party market. Function rooms are the cheapest at £250 average minimum spend; restaurants the most expensive at £2,000.
Venue type |
Average price |
Typical capacity |
Best for |
Top pick |
Bar |
£500 min spend |
50–200 |
Birthdays, hen dos, after-work parties that need a late licence |
Starlight Bar at Be At One Greek Street – 134 standing, 3am licence, from £250 |
Event space |
£500 min spend |
50–100 |
Themed and decorated parties where the room is the talking point |
Fairground 1 at Cuckoo – 110 standing, Waltzer booths and carousel lighting |
Function room |
£250 min spend |
60–180 |
Big guest lists on a tight budget |
Room One at The Backroom – 180 standing, 5am licence, from £250 |
Restaurant |
£2,000 min spend |
60–150 |
Seated dinner parties and formal milestone celebrations |
Our Private Secret Bar at The Lost and Found Leeds Club – hidden Victorian bar, 100 standing |
Cocktail bar |
£200 min spend |
38–100 |
Groups who want the bar programme to do the work |
Hello Cocktail Bar at House of Fu – ramen, cocktails and karaoke, from £200 per evening |
Which areas of Leeds are best for party venue hire?
Leeds City Centre holds nearly all party venues, and within it Call Lane, Greek Street and Albion Place carry the highest concentration of private bar rooms. The Cultural Quarter is the cheaper alternative at £600 average minimum spend against £750 city-wide.
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Area |
Why book here |
Our top pick |
Price signal |
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Call Lane |
The densest run of cocktail bars with private upstairs rooms in the city. Walkable between venues, late licences to 3am, no taxi needed between drinks and dancing. |
£250–£1,750 min spend |
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Greek Street and East Parade |
Compact cluster of larger bar rooms around Park Square. Best for 80 to 134 guests when you want whole-floor exclusivity rather than a small private room. |
£100–£500 min spend |
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Albion Place and Albion Street |
Chic, grown-up end of the centre. Suits formal milestone birthdays and corporate celebrations where seated dining matters. |
£2,000+ min spend |
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City Square and The Headrow |
Directly on the main transport spine, minutes from Leeds Station. The practical choice when guests travel in from across West Yorkshire. |
£10 per person–£2,500 min spend |
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South Bank mill conversions with exposed brick and beams. The area to book for 180 to 250 guests, dry hire and your own caterer. |
£600 average min spend, 276 spaces |
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University District |
Historic building with a 1,600 sq ft terrace and free on-site parking – rare in central Leeds. Good for summer parties and student-adjacent celebrations. |
£500 hire fee + £2,000 min spend |
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Kirkstall Road |
Blank-canvas warehouse space with free parking, 350 standing and a 1:30am licence. For parties that need a stage, sound system and no restrictions. |
£850–£1,350 hire fee per day |
What are the best party venues in Leeds by occasion?
Occasion changes the brief more than the budget does. A 21st needs a late licence and a dance floor; a baby shower needs daytime access and seating; a work Christmas party needs a per-head package.
Occasion |
What to prioritise |
Budget guide |
18th and 21st birthdays |
Late licence, dance floor, own-music option, no minimum age restrictions on the room |
£250–£1,200 min spend |
30th and 40th birthdays |
Private bar, seated and standing mix, food package rather than a full sit-down menu |
£600 average min spend |
50th and milestone celebrations |
Seated dining, quieter room, step-free access |
£250–£2,000 min spend |
Hen and stag parties |
Walkable bar cluster, cocktail-making add-ons, private bartender |
£500–£750 min spend |
Engagement parties |
Drinks reception format, photogenic room, prosecco package |
£750 average min spend |
Work parties and team socials |
Per-person pricing for finance approval, city-centre transport links, AV for speeches |
£300–£2,030 min spend |
Christmas parties |
Festive menu package, December date locked early, cloakroom |
£400–£2,000 min spend |
New Year's Eve |
Late or extended licence, whole-venue hire, drinks package |
£250–£2,500 min spend |
Baby showers |
Daytime access, seating for all guests, external catering or cake allowed |
£10–£25 per person |
Children's parties |
Daytime slot, step-free access, external catering allowed |
£25–£35 per person |
Can you hire a rooftop party venue in Leeds?
Yes, but rooftop is less common – a handful of terraces rather than a dedicated market. The choice is between a low-commitment whole-venue terrace and a premium 250-capacity rooftop bar, with a large price gap between them.
What to weigh up when booking a rooftop in Leeds:
- The view and the light. Book the late-afternoon into the evening slot for golden hour, then keep the space through sunset. Leeds rooftop licences generally run to midnight, so a 6pm start gives you both.
- Privacy level. Whole-venue hire means no other guests. Semi-private terraces share the space with regular trade.
- Wet-weather fallback. Non-negotiable in West Yorkshire. Only book a rooftop or terrace that comes with an indoor room attached.
- Capacity. Rooftops trade seats for standing room. Expect roughly half as many seated as standing.
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Rooftop space |
Type |
Capacity |
From |
Licence |
Privacy |
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Rooftop at a bar, Leeds City Centre |
50 seated / 120 standing |
£50 min spend per day |
Midnight, extension available |
Whole venue |
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Rooftop at a restaurant, George Street |
100 seated / 250 standing |
£2,000 min spend per afternoon, £4,000 per evening |
2am, extension available |
Private space |
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Terrace at a historic building, University District |
100 seated / 150 standing |
£500 hire fee + £2,000 min spend |
Midnight |
Semi-private |
Can you play your own music or bring your own DJ?
Yes. Most Leeds party rooms allow you to play your own music, and the larger spaces include a PA system, DJ booth or stage as standard. This is the most common question on Leeds venue-hire forums, and it is worth confirming at enquiry stage because a minority of bars filter music from the main room instead.
Spaces with own-music and live-performance capability
- Room One at The Backroom – spacious DJ booth, customisable lighting and sound, PA system, 5am licence
- Event Space at Archive – plug-and-play sound system, high-definition projector, 350 standing, hosts gigs
- The Main Room at The Faversham – 300 standing, own PA and AV, stage and disco lights, four decades of live bands and DJs
How late can a party venue in Leeds serve alcohol?
Alcohol licences at Leeds party venues run from 11pm to 5am, with most city-centre bars licensed to 2am or 3am and extensions widely available.
Which Leeds party venues suit which group type?
Group type decides the format. Colleagues need per-head pricing and an early finish; friends need a late licence and a dance floor; family needs seating, daytime access and step-free entry.
- Work colleagues.
Per-person pricing makes expenses straightforward.
Upstairs Exclusive at Banyan Bar & Kitchen starts at £10 per person Sunday to Wednesday for up to 120 standing, on City Square minutes from the station. - Close friends, 20 to 60 guests.
A private upstairs room with its own bar.
Mean Eyed Cat Leeds holds 50 with a private bar and PA from £350 minimum spend. - Large friend groups, 100-plus.
Room One at The Backroom at 180 standing with a 5am licence, or Starlight Bar at Be At One at 134 standing with booth seating and dance floor space. - Family gatherings.
Seating for everyone and daytime availability matter more than a late licence. The Hidden Library seats 60 with a cargo lift.
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Verified Reviews of Party Venues in Leeds
We recently held our engagement party at Lost & Found in Leeds, and it truly exceeded all expectations. The manager and staff were absolutely excellent from start to finish—so attentive, welcoming, and incredibly well organised, which made the whole day feel effortless for us. A special mention to the chef—the food was amazing. Every dish was beautifully presented and tasted just as good as it looked. Our guests couldn’t stop complimenting it! Thank you to the whole team for making our engagement celebration so special and memorable. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend Lost & Found to anyone planning an event.
The events manager and his assistant went beyond my expectations. I booked Novote at last minute. This was due to sudden cancellations of my pre booked vanue. I received good news from George Taylor within 3hours that I’ve got the the vent room to use. I was over the moon after a very stressful day. They allowed me to decorate the Bubble Room early in the morning to prep for 4pm. The staff made sure the tables were ready before we arrive. Oh the chef and the kitchen team severed a variety of delicious foods in their buffet manu(not sandwiches 😂). I am greatful to everyone at Novotel. My day was special and my guests loved it. Thank you. Ntombenhle Ndlovu
I would like to firstly Thank Mica and Megan with their support in helping me throughout the process of booking and organising this event. They have been absolutely amazing from the beginning, I have never organised an event like this before -they put me at ease, answered all my questions to the fullest and suggested things to help make the party great. We also got to view the venue before booking and was really pleased with everything they showed us. Fantastic room (we hired Fairground 2) and lovely, friendly and very helpful staff James our barman and a lady called Rose who also helped earlier on in the night. Amazing night to celebrate a 40th. Would highly recommend to friends, great value for money especially considering central city centre location and on a busy Saturday night. I especially want to give a massive Thank You to James and Rose as there was a small hiccup at the start of the night as we specifically wanted to play our own playlist for the party but there was no tablet / laptop available at the time for us to connect to Spotify and no cable suitable to connect our phones. However James and Rose were so extremely helpful and understanding and they went above and beyond to resolve this and i believe Rose was running around to the sister bars to get hold of a tablet / laptop for us to use so this was very much appreciated. James handled the situation like a pro and was very understanding - top man, thank you! In addition the in house Pizza was so delicious. I'd definitely recommend ordering this too. Thanks again for all the staff at Cuckoo, you made this 40th Birthday a night to remember forever for all our friends and families as they all said they had a time of their lives!!! It was the party of the year Nov 2024!!
We had a joint 30th Birthday at the Maven and it was amazing 🥳 The communication before was all timely and clear. It was set up as we wished with welcome cocktails and they went to the extra effort of putting a TV in the room for the England game at our request. The Bar staff on the night were exceptional and helpful. The bar is slightly difficult to find if you dont know where it is but the actual space is amazing and a cool vibe. You are on a different floor to the main bar so still quite private. Thank you so much! 👏🏻
We had our wedding party here and it was ace! The space was perfect and the staff were super helpful and organised - they were always quick to reply to messages and put all our drinks tokens in individual bags for us. Guests commented on what a great venue it was too, would defo have more celebrations here in the future. Thanks so much!
From my first interaction with the team at Cuckoo I knew I would be in good hands for my 30th birthday party. They were super responsive and helpful to any queries and questions I had all throughout the process and were really informative about what they could offer, making the party suit my needs exactly! The room was perfectly set up, and they kept food and drinks flowing throughout the evening. I was able to play my own music and they set us up some activities like beer pong and giant jenga which all the guests had a blast with. All the staff on the night itself were amazing, really kind and helpful and every one of my guests had such good feedback about how the night was run, the space and decor, the drinks and pizzas. Would definitely come back to Cuckoo for future events and highly recommend to anyone! Thank you all so much for making my birthday one to remember! I really couldn’t have asked for more!
We hosted our wedding drinks reception and dinner in the beautiful Hepper Room at Iberica Leeds two weeks ago and everything was perfect! Coleen was very friendly and helpful and made sure everything ran perfectly, as did our server Honey. The room was beautifully decorated decorated and the food was amazing. Our guests commented on how lovely the venue, food, drinks, and everything was and we all had a brilliant time. Would absolutely recommend and we're looking forward to our next visit to Iberica for dinner ☺️
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