Pubs with Private Dining Rooms for Hire in Edinburgh

Booking costs of pubs with private dining rooms average £35 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 Edinburgh, based on Tagvenue data:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:

• Restaurant at The Salisbury Arms, Edinburgh in Edinburgh - rated 5/5
  Venue said: Please be aware the spaces within the pub will not be as shown in the current photos & capacities may vary. The Salisbury Arms is a beautiful pub, bar, & restaurant located in Edinburgh's south side, just outside the city...

• The Speakeasy at The Voodoo Rooms in New Town - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘The bar staff were so great and we all had a lovely evening at our engagement party.’

• The Other Room at Dragonfly Cocktail Bar in Old Town - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘I chose to have my 30th birthday party at Dragonfly in the private function room and it was incredible.’

You'll find pubs with 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 Edinburgh, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):

These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central Edinburgh, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Whole Venue at Elio's on 38A George Street Elio's - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Venue said: The space has successfully hosted a wide range of occasions, including birthday celebrations, private parties and corporate functions, making it a flexible choice for many event types.
• The Other Room at Dragonfly Cocktail Bar on 52 West Port - 0.3 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘I chose to have my 30th birthday party at Dragonfly in the private function room and it was incredible.’
• Main Restaurant Area at Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh on 20 George Street - 0.3 mi from centre.
  Venue said: From the moment your guests enter the venue, your party will be in capable hands. Main Restaurant Area can accommodate up to 150 guests seated or 200 standing, which makes it a perfect place for any kind or size of event.

Smaller pubs with private dining rooms usually fit up to 40 guests standing. Here are some great options in Edinburgh, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

• Chef’s Table at Hotel du Vin Edinburgh, rated 4.8/5 - dining room for 8 guests
  Our user said: ‘We had 21 guests at an anniversary dinner and we hired was perfect for that size.’

• The Tasting Cellar at Cask and Vine, rated 4.6/5 - dining room for 12 guests
  Venue said: Located just off Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile, our intimate wine and whisky bistro offers a unique space for private dining, meetings, tastings, and small celebrations, with a warm interior and a focus on quality, creating...

• Private Wine Room at Gaucho Edinburgh, rated 4.6/5 - dining room for 14 guests
  Our user said: ‘Swift, informative booking experience.’

Cheap pubs with private dining rooms in Edinburgh start from £15 per person or £150 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

• Restaurant at The Salisbury Arms, Edinburgh, from £15 per person (up to 50 guests standing)
  Venue said: Please be aware the spaces within the pub will not be as shown in the current photos & capacities may vary. The Salisbury Arms is a beautiful pub, bar, & restaurant located in Edinburgh's south side, just outside the city...

• The Forrester Suite at The Murrayfield Hotel, from £150 hire fee per event (up to 70 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘We so appreciated the venue's staff, and the clear communication beforehand.’

• The Tasting Cellar at Cask and Vine, from £40 hire fee per hour (up to 12 guests seated)
  Venue said: Located just off Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile, our intimate wine and whisky bistro offers a unique space for private dining, meetings, tastings, and small celebrations, with a warm interior and a focus on quality, creating...

In Edinburgh, pubs with private dining rooms are most commonly booked for 30 to 60 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

Dragonfly Cocktail Bar in Old Town has a stylish private space and is known for its cocktail-making classes and events. Another great option is Brewhemia, which frequently has live music performances and DJ sets to complement your dining experience, making it a fun venue for private parties.

New Town is a top spot for sophisticated venues, close to central attractions, and it’s a great place for classy events. Old Town offers a historic atmosphere with quirky, energetic spaces like those near the Royal Mile. If you're after a seaside escape, Portobello provides more relaxed and small venues, perfect for a private celebration by the beach.