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Top Private Bars in The Strand
The Savoy helped define the modern cocktail bar and this stretch of London has carried that legacy forward. Private bars in The Strand place you near Covent Garden and Somerset House, with options ranging from speakeasy-style basements to velvet-lined cocktail lounges and mezzanine spaces. Popular with both locals and visitors, the area delivers venues that balance atmosphere with flexibility. Compare your options, check the details, and book the right space.
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![VIP Oche Room at Oche in The Strand, London]()
from £17
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityVIP Oche Room
24 guestsOcheCovent Garden StationThe Strand, 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 Kitty Hawk in The Strand, London]()
from £5000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityWhole Venue
200 guestsKitty HawkCharing Cross StationThe Strand, LondonPPaige K.
“Everyone enjoyed the event & such a beautiful venue with amazing décor.” -
![Whole Venue at Courtyard Wine Cellars in The Strand, London]()
from £1750
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityWhole Venue
120 guestsCourtyard Wine CellarsCovent Garden StationThe Strand, 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. -
![Churchills Bar at The Royal Horseguards & One Whitehall Place in The Strand, London]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityChurchills Bar
50 guestsThe Royal Horseguards & One Whitehall PlaceEmbankment StationThe Strand, LondonLLeyda Y.
“I will celebrate another event there but only with a different management.” -
![The Bar & Terrace at Bow Street Tavern in The Strand, London]()
from £700
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Bar & Terrace
30 guestsBow Street TavernCovent Garden StationThe Strand, LondonPPatrick C.
“Cute bar area, friendly staff, tasty food, very good location” -
![The Mercury - with Bar at Blame Gloria Covent Garden in The Strand, London]()
from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Mercury - with Bar
80 guestsBlame Gloria Covent GardenCovent Garden StationThe Strand, LondonAAmazing N.
“The two members of bar staff were also so lovely, hopefully they enjoyed our group as well!” -
![Exclusive Whole Venue Hire at Voila! Wine Bar & Shop in The Strand, London]()
from £1500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityExclusive Whole Venue Hire
50 guestsVoila! Wine Bar & ShopCovent Garden StationThe Strand, 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. -
![Indoor Bar at Setlist in The Strand, London]()
from £1600
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityIndoor Bar
400 guestsSetlistTemple StationThe Strand, LondonSetlist is a high-energy riverside venue at Somerset House. Across its indoor bar and two open-air terraces, guests can enjoy views of the Thames. Setlist celebrates collaboration. -
![The Guinness Saloon at Mr Fogg's Market Tavern in The Strand, London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Guinness Saloon
60 guestsMr Fogg's Market TavernCovent Garden StationThe Strand, 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, -
![Entire Venue at Setlist in The Strand, London]()
from £15000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
600 guestsSetlistTemple StationThe Strand, LondonOur full private hire gives you exclusive access to the entire venue. It includes the indoor bar and both outdoor terrace spaces. This option is ideal for large-scale events where you want the whole place to yourself. -
![Entire Venue at Dovetail Bar - Covent Garden in The Strand, London]()
from £150
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
20 guestsDovetail Bar - Covent GardenCovent Garden StationThe Strand, 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 -
![Bar Room at Toklas Restaurant in The Strand, London]()
from £11500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBar Room
150 guestsToklas RestaurantTemple StationThe Strand, LondonA light, spacious bar room, with mellow furnishings, vintage parquet floor, Gesture chairs by Hans Olsen, and a 9m reclaimed iroko bar counter with marble front.
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Booking costs of private bars average £2100 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 The Strand, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £1000 | to £5000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £40 | to £70 | per person |
| From £1500 | to £2520 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
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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... -
Churchills Bar at The Royal Horseguards & One Whitehall Place in Whitehall - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The food was superb and all round we had a very successful event, thanks to One Whitehall.’ -
The Mercury - with Bar at Blame Gloria Covent Garden in Covent Garden - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Fab venue, staff were friendly, helpful and on point for our private party.’
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 The Strand, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 120 guests | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 150 guests | prices average £5400 minimum spend per event |
Smaller private bars usually fit up to 45 guests standing. Here are some great options in The Strand, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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Private Dining Room at Gordon's Wine Bar - dining room for 45 guests
Venue said: Features: A long central table supports a shared seated dining layout. The room has Wi-Fi, natural light, wheelchair access and accessible toilets. Ideal for: It suits small groups looking for a relaxed, sociable meal in... -
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!’
Cheap private bars in The Strand start from £1200 hire fee per event or £20 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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Main Lounge at Arboretum, from £1200 hire fee per event (up to 200 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘We would highly recommend this venue to others.’ -
Semi-Private Area at Good Godfrey's, from £20 per person (up to 32 guests standing)
Venue said: A marble-front bar with back-shelving stocked with spirits serves the area, complemented by low lounge tables and a mix of armchairs and bar stools. The space benefits from natural light, Wi‑Fi, step-free guest access and... -
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 The Strand, 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:
| Private Dining | Usually between £500 and £900. |
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.’ |
| Party | Usually between £500 and £1,000. |
User who booked Roof Top Garden at Bow Street Tavern for 21 guests
said: ‘The rooftop was quite cute and had plenty of seating options to relax when you want.’ |
| Christmas Party | Usually between £1,600 and £5,100. |
User who booked Number Fifty Three at The Clarence Whitehall for 20 guests
said: ‘Don't get the brownie or you might need a dentist...’ |
| Meeting | Usually between £650 and £2,000. |
User who booked The Onion Room at 3 Henrietta Street for 12 guests
said: ‘The Onion Room was perfect for our needs and just the right size.’ |
| Corporate Event | Usually between £1,700 and £5,300. |
User who booked Oche Meetings & Events Space at Oche for 15 guests
said: ‘The staff where friendly and lovely and the darts games were great fun.’ |
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