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Top Bar Venues in Oxford
Oxford’s private bars encompass historic pubs, hidden speakeasies, and elegant cocktail spots, making them suitable for celebrations, corporate events, and exclusive gatherings. Whether you’re after a charming pub in Jericho, a stylish cocktail bar near High Street, or a tucked-away speakeasy in the Covered Market, there’s something for every vibe. Enjoy fine wines, craft beers, and signature cocktails with top-notch service and customisable menus. With Oxford’s rich social scene and stylish venues, finding the right private bar is easy. Book yours on Tagvenue today!
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![JoJo's Bar at JoJo's Bar in Oxford]()
from £500
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityJoJo's Bar
80 guestsJoJo's BarOxfordThis is a welcoming bar known for its casual vibe and adaptable layout. We are located on Cowley Road in Oxford All kinds of cocktails, local craft beers, and fine wines are served here.
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![Backseat Becky's at The Breakfast Club Oxford in Oxford City Centre]()
from £500
minimum spend / per morningCheck availabilityBackseat Becky's
40 guestsThe Breakfast Club OxfordOxford City CentreKKatie
“Great venue, we were really pleased we could hire out the whole restaurant. Loved the food” -
![Bar at Slice Golf Oxford in Oxford]()
from £4500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityBar
120 guestsSlice Golf OxfordOxfordSlice Golf Oxford is a bar-style venue centred on indoor golf and social gaming. A defining quality is an activity-led layout that integrates play areas and the central bar zone.
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![Lower Bar Area at Curzon Oxford in Oxford City Centre]()
from £180
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityLower Bar Area
180 guestsCurzon OxfordOxford City CentreThe Lower Bar area at Curzon Oxford is located downstairs and can accommodate up to 180 people. It features dark blue walls and a bar, creating a designated space for patrons.
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![Full Venue - Caf & Bar at The Breakfast Club Oxford in Oxford City Centre]()
from £3500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityFull Venue - Caf & Bar
120 guestsThe Breakfast Club OxfordOxford City CentreJJane S.
“Perfect venue for a private party with friends.” -
![Semi-Private Hire at Head of the River in Oxford City Centre]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilitySemi-Private Hire
60 guestsHead of the RiverOxford City CentreThe upper bar and reception area will remain open for walk-in guests and hotel residents, but the bar area will feel separate and private from the entrance of the pub.
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![Gin Room at Slug and Lettuce Oxford in Oxford City Centre]()
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityGin Room
80 guestsSlug and Lettuce OxfordOxford City CentreGin Room is a Dining Room in Slug and Lettuce Oxford that includes a dedicated wooden bar counter for private drinks service. Design: The room has contemporary pub-style finishes, combining warm timber panelling and open
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![Cape Private Room at Cape of Good Hope in Oxford]()
from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCape Private Room
110 guestsCape of Good HopeOxford
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SSimon D.
“Room for buffet tables and dancing space for gathering. Food was excellent, good selection of drinks.” -
![Atrium at Malmaison Oxford in Oxford City Centre]()
from £45
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityAtrium
100 guestsMalmaison OxfordOxford City CentreSSu Z.
“It was a memorable event for me and my husband.” -
![The White Dome at The Folly Restaurant in Oxford City Centre]()
from £800
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe White Dome
35 guestsThe Folly RestaurantOxford City CentreRRaquel B.
“A wonderful evening to celebrate daughter’s 21st birthday with her friends.” -
![Entire Venue at Sandy's Piano Bar in Oxford City Centre]()
from £2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
140 guestsSandy's Piano BarOxford City CentreThe space features a large bar and various seating areas with comfortable lounge-like sofas, and is equipped with sound & lighting systems.
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![Restaurtant at Oxford Brunch Bar in Oxford City Centre]()
from £20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityRestaurtant
55 guestsOxford Brunch BarOxford City CentreWe are restaurant based in the busy city centre of Oxford. We are currently advertising the space for the private hire and parties in the evening. We can customise the menu and drinks as per the client requirement.
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FAQs about Top Bar Venues in Oxford
Booking costs of private bars average £45 per person. 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 Oxford, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £33 | to £50 | per person |
| From £225 | to £650 | hire fee per event |
| From £500 | to £2000 | minimum spend per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
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The White Dome at The Folly Restaurant in Oxford City Centre - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘A wonderful evening to celebrate daughter’s 21st birthday with her friends.’ -
Private Dining Room at The Trout Oxford in Oxford - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Wonderful food and friendly and accommodating staff.’ -
Backseat Becky's at The Breakfast Club Oxford in Oxford City Centre - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Perfect venue for a private party with friends.’
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 Oxford, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £225 hire fee per event |
| Medium | between 55 and 75 guests | prices average £1400 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 90 guests | prices average £1000 hire fee per event |
These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Oxford, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Private Dining Room at Gusto Italian Oxford
on High Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Private Dining Room is a semi-private dining room in a restaurant that includes an integrated service counter, giving the space a close, interactive layout. -
Entire Venue at Sandy's Piano Bar
on 4 King Edward Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: The venue can accommodate up to 140 people and is perfect for live music performances, dancing, birthday parties, drink receptions, hen's parties and other special celebrations. -
Flamingo at Megan’s by the Spires – Oxford
on 24-26 George Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: Megan’s by the Spires is an Eastern Mediterranean restaurant and cocktail bar built around sharing food, sociable tables and late-night energy. Venue highlights: The venue brings together big tables, sharing feasts and cocktails...
Smaller private bars usually fit up to 40 guests standing. Here are some great options in Oxford, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
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Upper Private Dining Room at The Red Lion, Oxford, rated 4/5 - dining room for 16 guests
Venue said: The Red Lion is a premium pub, bar, and restaurant with its very own garden, centrally located in the heart of the picturesque town of Oxford. Tucked behind George Street, in between Oxford’s main theatres - The Oxford Play... -
Bacchanalia - River Boat at The Folly Restaurant, rated 5/5 - event space for 12 guests
Our user said: ‘Fantastic employees! Made us feel so welcome.’ -
Trinity Room at Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford - meeting room for 20 guests
Venue said: Artificial lighting and a straightforward layout create a functional, businesslike environment. Room features: A wall-mounted flatscreen and projector handle visual presentations while a PA system and speakers provide amplified...
Cheap private bars in Oxford start from £20 per person or £30 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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Cape Private Room at Cape of Good Hope, from £20 per person (up to 110 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Communication, venue size, price.’ -
Restaurant at The Black Boy Headington, from £34 hire fee per event (up to 160 guests standing)
Venue said: The space features patterned walls, dark wood tables and chairs, and a bar with bar stools. Natural light comes through small windows, complemented by warm pendant lighting overhead. -
The Craic at O'Neill's Oxford, from £150 minimum spend per event (up to 100 guests standing)
Venue said: The Craic is a semi-private area in O'Neill's Oxford that provides a sociable corner within the pub for groups to gather. Design: The Craic has warm wood flooring, dark-painted ceiling beams, exposed filament pendant lights...
For weekend bookings, it’s best to secure your private bar at least 4 to 6 weeks in advance, especially for popular spots. If you're planning a weekday event, you may have more flexibility, but booking early still gives you the best selection of venues.
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