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Borough Market’s private dining rooms offer more than just a seat at the table—they deliver an experience. Think candlelit rooms above historic taverns, hidden wine cellars beneath bustling streets, and panoramic dining spaces with sweeping views of the Thames. Feast on expertly grilled steaks, indulge in Basque-inspired plates, or sip fine wine in a rustic European setting; you and your guests can expect to be transported, satiated and well taken care of at these venues. You can even finish your evening with a quiet riverside stroll past Southwark Cathedral, a secret pocket of calm amidst the city’s crackling energy. Browse our top dining spaces for a truly special meal.
The Cooks Room is a private dining room in Hawksmoor Borough centred on a single long banqueting table opposite an open chef pass. Design: The room has low, dark-painted ceilings, cream subway-tiled walls to mid-height, polished
The private dining room at Roast Restaurant Borough Market offers an intimate and elegant setting for groups of up to 10 guests. Designed for business meetings, client entertaining, family celebrations, and special occasions,
The Merchant Room ,our exquisite private dining space offers a warm and atmospheric backdrop for any occasion. This versatile room accommodates up to 45 guests for a seated meal or up to 60 guests for a standing reception,
The Market Room is a Dining Room in Café François, defined by a long, continuous dining run that creates an intimate, focused private-dining sequence.
Private dining and breakfast receptions. Location: The London Bridge neighbourhood places the hotel beside Borough Market and the Shard, giving guests many nearby dining options.
Hawksmoor Borough is a British steakhouse specialising in matured cuts of beef and seafood, served in a polished dining room. Venue highlights: A dedicated private dining room supports intimate seated bookings and is backed
For events of up to 150 guests, an exclusive hire of Roast Restaurant Borough Market provides a spectacular private venue in the heart of London. Located within the historic Floral Hall above Borough Market, the restaurant
Venue highlights: A dedicated private dining room supports intimate seated bookings and is backed by the restaurant's in‑house catering and table service.
The Arch is a first-floor dining room at Café François with floor-to-ceiling Crittall-style windows looking down over the brasserie below. It works well for lunches, dinners, and end-of-year gatherings.
The Dining Area is a semi-private dining room in a pub that provides a tucked-away, intimate cluster of tables separate from the main bar. Design: The Dining Area pairs dark wood floors, high-backed wooden chairs and leather-tufted
Booking costs of private dining rooms average £1200 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 Borough Market, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £1000 | to £2250 | minimum spend per event |
| From £1050 | to £4000 | hire fee per day |
| From £16 | to £30 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
Banqueting Hall at Glaziers Hall Limited
in Southwark - rated 5/5
Venue said: Venue highlights: Multiple adaptable rooms across the building allow private hires to configure spaces for staged presentations, formal dining and performances.
Whole Venue at Amazing Grace, London Bridge
in Southwark - rated 5/5
Venue said: A restaurant, bar and live music venue housed in a Grade II listed church, defined by its preserved ecclesiastical interior repurposed around a central performance space.
Entire Ship at The Golden Hinde
in Southwark - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Venue staff were super helpful. We ended up bringing our own catering and this was managed very well.’
You'll find private dining rooms 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 Borough Market, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 75 and 100 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 110 guests | prices average £2250 minimum spend per event |
Smaller private dining rooms usually fit up to 50 guests seated. Here are some great options in Borough Market, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
The Back Section at Bill's London Bridge - event space for 40 guests
Venue said: The Back Section is a semi-private event space in Bill's London Bridge, defined by a tucked-away seating area that sits apart from the main dining room.
The Party Vaults at The Breakfast Club London Bridge, rated 4.6/5 - event space for 35 guests
Venue said: Ideal for: Small social groups seeking a relaxed, intimate mix of seated booths and standing space for conversation and mingling. What sets it apart: An on-site wheel-of-fortune game provides built-in entertainment for guests.
Semi Private Downstairs Area at The Southwark Tavern - event space for 30 guests
Venue said: Best for: Private dining, cocktail receptions and small celebration meals. Location: Southwark sits between Borough Market and Tower Bridge, placing the pub amid a dense cluster of restaurants, bars and market stalls useful...
Cheap private dining rooms in Borough Market start from £500 minimum spend per event or £15 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
The Hop House Semi Private at Hawksmoor Borough, from £500 minimum spend per event
(up to 24 guests seated)
Venue said: Venue highlights: A dedicated private dining room supports intimate seated bookings and is backed by the restaurant's in‑house catering and table service.
Entire Venue at Bill's London Bridge, from £16 per person
(up to 128 guests seated)
Venue said: Venue highlights: Bill's London Bridge includes a private dining room and a covered outdoor terrace that can be reserved for exclusive meals or casual drinks.
The Thames Room at Glaziers Hall Limited, from £1000 hire fee per day
(up to 14 guests seated)
Venue said: With large, comfortable boardroom style chairs and a bean to cup coffee machine the Thames Room provides the perfect environment for a team meeting or training session.
We had an excellent dinner for 25 guests in the ground floor private dining room. All the food was very good and the service exceptional.
A fabulous venue at a great significant birthday that will be memorable for all of us. Venue staff were super helpful. We ended up bringing our own catering and this was managed very well. If I could give 6 stars, I would
Fabulous evening in the private room. Service was first class. I’ll be booking again and would definitely recommend it.
Page last updated in October 2026
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