Top Private Dinner Venues in Southampton
You’ve found Southampton’s best private dining rooms, and they’re far from ordinary. From seafood spots by Ocean Village to hidden pubs off Oxford Street, this port city knows how to mix style, flavour, and exclusivity. Whether it’s a birthday bash, business dinner, or an intimate meal with your favourite people, you’ll find spaces with charm to spare, think cosy booths, waterfront views, and impeccable service. Take a look around and find a spot for your next meal.
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from £25
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityDining Area
50 guestsLazzeez Southampton Indian RestaurantSouthamptonDining Area is a Dining Room in Lazzeez Southampton Indian Restaurant that occupies a raised, semi-private section of the venue. Design: The interior pairs dark timber tables and floors with cream-painted walls and brass
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from £15
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue
150 guestsTurtle Bay SouthamptonSouthamptonWheelchair access, accessible toilets and venue Wi‑Fi are provided. Ideal for: Friends and social groups seeking a relaxed, energetic space for casual seated meals or standing receptions.
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from £27
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Restaurant
100 guestsPadharo Indian RestaurantSouthampton City CentrePadharo in Southampton is an Indian restaurant with an extra welcoming atmosphere. We are proud to serve an all-vegetarian and vegan menu, offering everything from Indian street food to curries and creative desserts.
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from £40
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityTurtle Bay Veranda
30 guestsTurtle Bay SouthamptonSouthamptonThe veranda is a semi-private space at the back of the restaurant, holding 20 to 30 guests. The tables can be rearranged depending on the group, which works for dining, working lunches, birthdays, celebrations, or casual
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from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole venue
150 guestsRed Dog Saloon SouthamptonSouthampton City CentreRed Dog Saloon Southampton is a casual American-style restaurant defined by a large, well-stocked bar that gives the space a saloon-style character. Design: The interior uses dark-stained wood shelving, brass fittings, mirrored
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from £30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Space
80 guestsPorters SteakhouseSouthamptonThe room is enclosed and low-lit, shaped by dark timber surfaces and tufted leather banquettes set along the walls. Inky tables anchor the room beneath brooding pendants that drip molten light.
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from £826
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Bugle House Entire Venue
100 guestsThe Bugle HouseSouthampton City CentreCClare W.
“Beautiful room and light coming through the windows in the evening! Staff so friendly and helpful.” -
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySecond Floor
31 guestsMonarch Cocktail BarSouthamptonThe room is wheelchair accessible and provides a step‑free guest entrance. Ideal for: Small social groups and colleagues seeking a relaxed, sociable seated meal or an informal standing drinks reception.
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from £42
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityLibrary Suite
8 guestsLeonardo Royal Hotel SouthamptonSouthampton City CentreHotel facilities include an indoor pool and spa, a range of meeting and dining rooms for private hire, and on-site accommodation for multi-day events. Best for: Corporate meetings and overnight conferences.
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from £1500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityExclusive Use of YourHQ
80 guestsYourHQSouthampton City CentreThe atmospheric Distillery creates a memorable setting for board meetings, workshops, presentations, private dining and evening events. Facilities include high-speed Wi-Fi, integrated AV, presentation screens, microphones,
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from £1000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityVenue Hire
70 guests1932 SouthamptonSouthamptonLocated in Southampton city centre, 1932 is reachable by public transport. It offers an alternative to traditional function rooms, hotels, and conference venues.
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from £42
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityBradford or Winslow
100 guestsLeonardo Royal Hotel SouthamptonSouthampton City CentreBest for: Corporate meetings and overnight conferences. Private dining and celebratory meals. Location: West Quay sits beside the city centre shopping and waterfront leisure quarter.
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FAQs about Top Private Dinner Venues in Southampton
Booking costs of private dining rooms average £500 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 Southampton, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £250 | to £750 | minimum spend per event |
| From £25 | to £35 | per person |
| From £826 | hire fee per event |
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 Southampton, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £80 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 60 and 100 guests | prices average £350 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 130 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Southampton, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Entire Venue at All Bar One Southampton
on - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: The venue has a capacity of 220 people, and is perfect for wedding receptions, birthdays, holiday celebrations or corporate parties. Our amenities include a fully stocked bar, air conditioning, a sound system and lounge-like... -
Whole venue at Red Dog Saloon Southampton
on West Quay Road - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Ideal for: Groups seeking a relaxed, social setting for seated meals and bar-centred drinks. What guests say: The venue's service is friendly and attentive. -
Hen Party (Shared Space) at Boom Battle Bar Southampton
on Unit WM03, Level 1 West Quay South - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: The space also provides Wi‑Fi, air conditioning, step-free guest access and accessible toilets. Ideal for: Friend groups wanting an informal, energetic gathering that mixes standing socialising and casual seating.
Smaller private dining rooms usually fit up to 50 guests seated. Here are some great options in Southampton, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
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Crawford Room at God's House Tower - event space for 40 guests
Venue said: God’s House Tower (GHT) is a 700-year-old Grade I listed venue at the entrance to Southampton’s historic Old Town. Set within the medieval city walls, the building combines original historic features with elements from its... -
Arrowsmith Digital Darts at Arrowsmith @ O'Neill's Southampton - event space for 30 guests
Venue said: Location: Above Bar Street sits in Southampton's central shopping and theatre district, offering nearby restaurants and evening entertainment for guests to continue the night. -
Suites 1, 7 & 8 at Leonardo Hotel Southampton - meeting room for 35 guests
Venue said: These rooms are ideal for smaller meetings, interviews or team catch-ups. With natural daylight and a flexible layout, each suite offers a focused yet comfortable setting, supported by modern AV technology and high-speed...
Cheap private dining rooms in Southampton start from £50 hire fee per hour or £200 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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Boardroom at Burlington House, from £50 hire fee per hour (up to 15 guests seated)
Venue said: Burlington House is a 300 year old Grade 2 listed venue in the heart of Southampton City Centre. Available for meeting room hire, events and workspace. -
Event Space at Tracie's Latin Club, from £200 hire fee per event (up to 100 guests standing)
Venue said: The venue provides air conditioning, step-free access, wheelchair access and accessible toilets, plus a small kitchen for basic catering and a raised stage area. -
Terrace at Mail Room Bar and Kitchen, from £20 per person (up to 80 guests seated)
Venue said: Terrace is a private outdoor space in Mail Room Bar and Kitchen defined by direct pavement frontage that extends the venue onto the street. Design: The Terrace presents a compact paved area framed by low planters and a continuous...
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