Looking for pubs with function rooms in Glasgow? There are few better places in Scotland than this vibrant city to satisfy all your party needs. Whether it’s for a birthday party, live music performance, or private event, there are a number of superb venues all across the city with ready-made rooms to hire. This includes stylish and eccentric bars in the city centre, larger pub venues in Merchant City, and flexible dining rooms and small party venues in Hillhead and Glasgow southside. There are also a fantastic variety of themed pubs with function rooms, with futuristic and Latin inspired designs. This includes mezzanines, upstairs rooms, and private party venues. Available for corporate hire, or for exclusive celebrations and parties, you can find them all on easy-to-navigate streets such as Mitchell Street and Bath Street. Interested in seeing more? Check out all these function areas and more using our venue finder.
Booking costs of pubs with function rooms average £30 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 Glasgow, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £20 | to £40 | per person |
| From £400 | to £1500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £200 | to £1200 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
McTurk's Bar at Waxy O'Connor's Glasgow
in Glasgow City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Great location, relaxed vibes and space, good live music. Staff were helpful and relaxed.’
Private Gold Room at Riverboat Casino
in Glasgow City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The room was sir conditioned and with ample space to seat our guests and dance.’
Red Room at Arta
in Glasgow City Centre - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Good venue and bar staff were great.’
You'll find pubs with function 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 Glasgow, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £350 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 100 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 120 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Glasgow, available to book on Tagvenue:
Smaller pubs with function rooms usually fit up to 40 guests standing. Here are some great options in Glasgow, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
Away Stand at Committee Room No.9, rated 5/5 - dining room for 30 guests
Venue said: Ideal for: Groups of friends or small work teams seeking relaxed, social seated dining or an informal standing reception in a characterful pub-style space.
The Board Room at The Butterfly and The Pig, rated 4.9/5 - dining room for 24 guests
Venue said: Ideal for: Small groups seeking a formal, seated private dining experience or a focused meeting in an enclosed, characterful room. What sets it apart: A dedicated PA and speaker setup that permits hosts to use their own playlists...
Brewer's Room at Shilling Brewing Company, rated 5/5 - event space for 12 guests
Venue said: Ideal for: Small teams and close-knit groups seeking a relaxed, seated meeting or an informal sit-down meal. What sets it apart: A glass partition gives the room a direct view into the brewery’s stainless-steel tanks, providing...
Cheap pubs with function rooms in Glasgow start from £185 hire fee per day or £200 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
The Bridie Library at Glasgow University Union, from £185 hire fee per day
(up to 50 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘Fit our theme very well. Staff were friendly. Everyone had a great time. Student Union prices on the bar!’
Balcony at Table Twenty Eight, from £200 minimum spend per event
(up to 50 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘I booked The Balcony at Table Twenty-Eight for my 40th birthday. The venue was perfect.’
Private Function Room at Bacchus Bar, from £50 hire fee per event
(up to 100 guests standing)
Venue said: Located below the main venue, this private function room accommodates up to 100 guests and is suitable for celebrations, business events, meetings, and private parties.
In Glasgow, pubs with function rooms are most commonly booked for 20 to 60 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
| Party | Usually between £250 and £1,200. |
User who booked Private Gold Room at Riverboat Casino for 20 guests
said: ‘A great wee venue. Brilliant host and dj. Thank you for everything!’ |
| Wedding | Usually between £4,200 and £8,100. |
User who booked Events & Wedding Space at The Exchange Glasgow for 97 guests
said: ‘The venue itself is breathtaking — stylish, modern and elegant without ever feeling cold or formal.’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between £300 and £950. |
User who booked Red Room at Arta for 35 guests
said: ‘Food excellent, bar staff and dj 5 star service. Steven was superb ! He was so attentive, he was fantastic !’ |
| Meeting | Usually between £250 and £450. |
User who booked Boardroom at The Mackintosh Tearooms for 14 guests
said: ‘Great wifi and integrated VC which meant virtual fail in was also an excellent option.’ |
| Private Dining | Usually between £700 and £1,100. |
User who booked Courtyard at Arta for 45 guests
said: ‘The place is gorgeous and the service is top notch...’ |
Merchant City has a rich history of trading and business, as well as being one of the city’s oldest districts. Now, it’s building a reputation as a lively and cool district, with plenty going on. Here you can find some more arty pub venues, which are adaptable in nature and trendy in design. This includes large and customisable courtyards and stylish balconies, as well as smaller locals, all of which are in close proximity to the High Street. This is a great spot for people looking for a more quirky event venue, rich with traditional Glaswegian spirit and humour. Elsewhere, Glasgow’s West End and Southside offer some nice alternatives to the boisterous character of the city centre. Located in much greener surroundings than the rest of the city, these areas are highly welcoming and community based. Venue-wise, expect to find some homely pub style cafes and restaurants with top quality food, service, and ambience.
Yes, it’s actually possible to hire a function room in a pub for free! When looking for a venue, search for ones operating on a minimum spend basis. This way, you won’t have to pay for hiring the venue, but you and your guests will spend the minimum agreed-upon amount on drinks and food. Keep in mind that if you fail to meet the minimum spend by the end of your event, you will have to pay the remaining amount. Additional charges, like a service or cleaning fee, may also apply, so make sure to ask the venue manager about these before finalising your booking.
The third most populous city in the UK, Glasgow city centre is a buzzing area with loads of activity weaving in and out of its American-style gridded streets. There are also a fantastic variety of themed pubs with function rooms, with futuristic and Latin inspired designs. This includes mezzanines, upstairs rooms, and private party venues. Available for corporate hire, or for exclusive celebrations and parties, you can find them all on easy-to-navigate streets such as Mitchell Street and Bath Street.
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