King's Cross has swapped railway waiting rooms for one of London's best nights out. Private bars in King's Cross include hidden cocktail lounges around Coal Drops Yard, stylish hotel bars and exclusive spaces beside Regent's Canal. They're ideal for birthday parties, networking events and after-work celebrations, with many offering private hire, bespoke drinks packages and dedicated staff. Scroll down and find a bar that's all yours for the evening.
Booking costs of private bars average £2000 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 King's Cross, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £800 | to £3700 | minimum spend per event |
| From £42 | to £75 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
Kitchen Pods at Drake & Morgan at King's Cross
in King's Cross - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘The venue was the Fable at Holborn actually.’
The Loft at The Parcel Yard
in King's Cross - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Was a fab venue. We loved the pub and it was a great room to have a small gathering.’
Champagne Bar at St Pancras by Searcys
in King's Cross - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘AMAZING environment, and the staff were really brilliant at helping with the planning.’
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 King's Cross, 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 100 guests | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 150 guests | prices average £4000 minimum spend per event |
Smaller private bars usually fit up to 40 guests standing. Here are some great options in King's Cross, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
The Engine Shed at Electric Shuffle King's Cross - event space for 32 guests
Venue said: Ideal for team socials, client entertainment, birthdays, or after-work drinks, this space features dedicated shuffleboard play areas and easy access to our bar.
The Games Room at The Parcel Yard, rated 4.7/5 - function room for 20 guests
Our user said: ‘Was a fab venue. We loved the pub and it was a great room to have a small gathering.’
The Carriage at Kaya Great Northern Hotel, rated 4.9/5 - boardroom for 35 guests
Our user said: ‘Great decor, beautiful space. Team were EXCELLENT. Food was great.’
Cheap private bars in King's Cross start from £600 minimum spend per event or £40 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
Kitchen Pods at Drake & Morgan at King's Cross, from £600 minimum spend per event
(up to 40 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘The venue was the Fable at Holborn actually.’
Upper Floor at German Gymnasium, from £42 per person
(up to 250 guests standing)
Venue said: Minimum spends apply varying on the day of the week and month. The upper floor of German Gymnasium (made up of the Restaurant, Meister Bar and semi-private dining room) can be hired exclusively, for a seated lunch or dinner...
The First Class Lounge at The Parcel Yard, from £600 minimum spend per event
(up to 40 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Good service, great venue, offered me a lower minimum spend than the standard for the venue.’
Page last updated in September 2026
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