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Top Private Bars in Covent Garden
Curtain up, cocktails ready. London has always known how to put on a show. Private bars in Covent Garden bring an unforgettable energy behind closed doors, with quiet spaces above historic pubs, luxurious cocktail spots just off the piazza, and rooms made for nights that deserve a little drama. Expect expertly mixed drinks, stylish interiors, and just enough entertainment to keep things interesting. Whether it’s a birthday, work event, or something worth celebrating properly, your night starts here. Have a scroll and see what’s waiting.
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![Studio Bar at Maxwell's Bar and Grill in Covent Garden, London]()
from £800
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityStudio Bar
55 guestsMaxwell's Bar and GrillCovent Garden StationCovent Garden, LondonLLaura R.
“It was a good size for the 25 of us and having a private bar was great.” -
![The Onyx Bar at Inamo Covent Garden in Covent Garden, London]()
from £250
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Onyx Bar
70 guestsInamo Covent GardenCovent Garden StationCovent Garden, LondonCCarla W.
“I had my partner’s 50th birthday at The Onyx Bar. It was absolute perfection from start to finish.” -
![Private Lounge at Baaria in Covent Garden, London]()
from £200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Lounge
30 guestsBaariaLeicester Square StationCovent Garden, London
#Supervenue
NNicola T.
“Highly recommend, great price for a venue in Central London! Would book again :)” -
![VIP Oche Room at Oche in Covent Garden, London]()
from £17
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityVIP Oche Room
24 guestsOcheCovent Garden StationCovent Garden, LondonThe versatility of this space really opens the doors for many types of private events from birthday parties to that work activity day! In our exquisite private space, you can enjoy an exceptional range of shared plates inspired -
![Whole Venue at Courtyard Wine Cellars in Covent Garden, London]()
from £1750
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityWhole Venue
120 guestsCourtyard Wine CellarsCovent Garden StationCovent Garden, LondonLocated in the heart of Covent Garden, Courtyard Wine Cellars (CWC) is Central London’s largest wine bar and retail space – a truly unique venue perfect for private events, corporate functions, celebrations, and more. -
![The Bar & Terrace at Bow Street Tavern in Covent Garden, London]()
from £700
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Bar & Terrace
30 guestsBow Street TavernCovent Garden StationCovent Garden, London
#Supervenue
PPatrick C.
“Cute bar area, friendly staff, tasty food, very good location” -
![Whole Venue at Baaria in Covent Garden, London]()
from £4000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue
100 guestsBaariaLeicester Square StationCovent Garden, London
#Supervenue
LLucy W.
“Will deffo book again for my next birthday xx” -
![Entire Venue at Dovetail Bar - Covent Garden in Covent Garden, London]()
from £150
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
20 guestsDovetail Bar - Covent GardenCovent Garden StationCovent Garden, LondonLocated in Covent Garden Market, our intimate bar provides a cozy and exclusive setting for private gatherings. With seating for up to 20 guests and space for 30 in a mix of seated and standing arrangements, it’s perfect -
![The Mercury - with Bar at Blame Gloria Covent Garden in Covent Garden, London]()
from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Mercury - with Bar
80 guestsBlame Gloria Covent GardenCovent Garden StationCovent Garden, LondonAAmazing N.
“The two members of bar staff were also so lovely, hopefully they enjoyed our group as well!” -
![Private Party Venue - Lounge at Le Bab Covent Garden in Covent Garden, London]()
from £100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Party Venue - Lounge
120 guestsLe Bab Covent GardenCovent Garden StationCovent Garden, London
#Supervenue
SSamantha H.
“Had my 30th birthday in the function room downstairs. Amazing! the room was great, the service was fantastic.” -
![The Guinness Saloon at Mr Fogg's Market Tavern in Covent Garden, London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Guinness Saloon
60 guestsMr Fogg's Market TavernCovent Garden StationCovent Garden, LondonThe Guinness Saloon is a private event space within Mr Fogg's Market Tavern, accommodating up to 60 guests. Featuring its own dedicated Guinness bar, the space is suitable for networking events, private dinners, drinks receptions, -
![Exclusive Whole Venue Hire at Voila! Wine Bar & Shop in Covent Garden, London]()
from £1500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityExclusive Whole Venue Hire
50 guestsVoila! Wine Bar & ShopCovent Garden StationCovent Garden, LondonHire out exclusively the whole venue at Voila! Voila! is the perfect venue for private events such as Christmas parties, corporate events, birthdays, engagements etc.
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Booking costs of private bars average £1500 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 Covent Garden, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £600 | to £2500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £35 | to £50 | per person |
| From £1500 | to £1750 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
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Studio Bar at Maxwell's Bar and Grill in Covent Garden - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘I really appreciated the manager and the bartender; they were both flexible, helpful, and kind.’ -
Private Lounge at Baaria in Covent Garden - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Will deffo book again for my next birthday xx...’ -
VIP Oche Room at Oche in Covent Garden - rated 4.8/5
Venue said: In our exquisite private space, you can enjoy an exceptional range of shared plates inspired by cuisines from around the world paired with uniquely crafted cocktails and craft beers and wines, whilst your guests enjoy an...
You'll find private bars 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 Covent Garden, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £700 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 85 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 110 guests | prices average £3000 minimum spend per event |
Smaller private bars usually fit up to 40 guests standing. Here are some great options in Covent Garden, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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Roof Top Garden at Bow Street Tavern, rated 4.6/5 - rooftop for 30 guests
Our user said: ‘This rooftop was the perfect space to hold a small party. The food and drinks were great!’ -
Private Dining Room at SUSHISAMBA Covent Garden, rated 4.4/5 - dining room for 15 guests
Our user said: ‘Nothing was too much trouble, and she coped well with the 'small people' at the lunch!’ -
Mezzanine at Marlborough Head, rated 4.9/5 - dining room for 20 guests
Venue said: Great for birthdays, exclusive hire for work do's or a small Christmas get together. Enquire for more details and one the team will be happy to help.
Cheap private bars in Covent Garden start from £15 per person or £300 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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VIP Oche Room at Oche, from £17 per person (up to 24 guests standing)
Venue said: In our exquisite private space, you can enjoy an exceptional range of shared plates inspired by cuisines from around the world paired with uniquely crafted cocktails and craft beers and wines, whilst your guests enjoy an... -
The Mercury - with Bar at Blame Gloria Covent Garden, from £300 minimum spend per event (up to 80 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Fab venue, staff were friendly, helpful and on point for our private party.’ -
The Onion Room at 3 Henrietta Street, from £280 hire fee per day (up to 30 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘If you have the budget, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend booking El T’akoy.’
In Covent Garden, private bars are most commonly booked for 15 to 40 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
| Party | Usually between £500 and £2,000. |
User who booked Private Party Venue - Lounge at Le Bab Covent Garden for 95 guests
said: ‘The bartender and bouncers were so friendly and it was very well organised.’ |
| Private Dining | Usually between £500 and £1,000. |
User who booked Private Dining Room at SUSHISAMBA Covent Garden for 12 guests
said: ‘If you are thinking to reserve this place for a special event, I’d definitely recommend.’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between £600 and £1,000. |
User who booked Roof Top Garden at Bow Street Tavern for 12 guests
said: ‘Fun, vibrant and well decorated venue. Food was great and liked we could play our own music...’ |
| Meeting | Usually between £550 and £1,500. |
User who booked The Onion Room at 3 Henrietta Street for 10 guests
said: ‘It’s hard to find something to dislike about this venue. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful!’ |
| Drinks Reception | Usually between £650 and £1,600. |
User who booked Afternoon Tea Room at Browns Covent Garden for 40 guests
said: ‘They responded to all our requests and went above and boyond with their service and attention to detail.’ |
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