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Top Quirky Restaurants in Leicester
Dinner is far more fun when the room gets people talking before the food even arrives. Across Leicester, quirky restaurants in Leicester range from themed dining spots and colourful hideaways to character-filled spaces tucked inside converted buildings. One place might win you over with vintage décor and unexpected details, while another serves inventive dishes in surroundings that refuse to take themselves too seriously. The city centre and Cultural Quarter are packed with options for birthdays, date nights, and celebrations that deserve more than the usual table booking. See what's waiting below.
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![Secret Lounge at Secret Garden Restaurant & Lounge in Leicester]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySecret Lounge
20 guestsSecret Garden Restaurant & LoungeLeicesterSecret Garden is a restaurant and bar space in Leicester that brings together Mediterranean-inspired food—especially Italian—with a strong drinks offering. -
![Main Dining at Varanasi Boutique Restaurant in Leicester City Centre]()
from £55
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Dining
130 guestsVaranasi Boutique RestaurantLeicester City CentreVaranasi Boutique Restaurant is located in Leicester. This Indian restaurant specialises in fine dining. Our dishes are prepared with high quality ingredients using traditional methods. -
![Restaurant at Secret Garden Restaurant & Lounge in Leicester]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRestaurant
50 guestsSecret Garden Restaurant & LoungeLeicesterSecret Garden is a well-designed restaurant space with a modern look and a bit more character than your usual setup. Inside, you’ll notice details like soft neon lighting, textured walls, and greenery, all pulled together -
![Entire Venue at Spice Bazzar in Leicester]()
from £35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
100 guestsSpice BazzarLeicesterHiring the full venue gives you the whole restaurant to yourself, creating a warm, lively setting for larger groups and events. Guests can move around freely, and the open layout keeps the atmosphere social and easy-going. -
![Entire Venue at Locale | Breakfast | Brunch | Coffee&Drinks in Leicester City Centre]()
from £15
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
26 guestsLocale | Breakfast | Brunch | Coffee&DrinksLeicester City CentreLocale offers a refined and welcoming space ideal for small private events, with 26 indoor seats and a beautiful layout that is perfect for business meetings, team lunches, networking events, and intimate birthday celebrations. -
![Top Floor at Barceloneta in Leicester]()
from £350
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityTop Floor
60 guestsBarcelonetaLeicesterThe space is thoughtfully divided into two sections, up to 60 seated guests and for standing 100 guest. -
![Upstairs Dining at Spice Bazzar in Leicester]()
from £35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityUpstairs Dining
32 guestsSpice BazzarLeicesterThe upper floor is a bright, private space that feels calm and comfortable. It works well for family gatherings, small celebrations, or work meals where you want a bit of separation from the main dining area. -
![Bar at Secret Garden Restaurant & Lounge in Leicester]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBar
20 guestsSecret Garden Restaurant & LoungeLeicesterThe bar at Secret Garden is a modern, lounge-style space that works well for smaller events and social gatherings. It’s set up with soft neon lighting, greenery, and comfortable seating, giving it a relaxed but slightly more -
![Room 01 at Varanasi Boutique Restaurant in Leicester City Centre]()
from £80
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityRoom 01
8 guestsVaranasi Boutique RestaurantLeicester City CentreThis private room features light-toned walls with decorative patterns, a central table set with tableware, and surrounding chairs. A large pendant light hangs above the table. -
![Room 02 at Varanasi Boutique Restaurant in Leicester City Centre]()
from £80
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityRoom 02
8 guestsVaranasi Boutique RestaurantLeicester City CentreThis private room accommodates up to 8 guests. It features an oval table surrounded by chairs. There are floor-length curtains framing a window, a side console with decorative items and candles, and a potted plant. -
![Restaurant at Bistrot Pierre Leicester in Leicester City Centre]()
from £14
minimum spend / per morningCheck availabilityRestaurant
100 guestsBistrot Pierre LeicesterLeicester City CentreOur Bistrot is available for partial or complete hire, seating up to 100 guests. Our restaurant has various semi-private areas, perfect for accommodating smaller groups - so please get in touch with us for more detail if -
![Room 2 at Lvl1 @DSU in Leicester]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityRoom 2
150 guestsLvl1 @DSULeicester
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Booking costs of quirky restaurants average £41 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 Leicester, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £33 | to £41 | per person |
| From £350 | to £1000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £350 | to £720 | hire fee per day |
You'll find quirky restaurants 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 Leicester, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £420 hire fee per day |
| Medium | between 100 and 160 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 210 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Leicester, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Full Venue at The Loft Bar Leicester
on 2 Albion Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Leicester's newest cocktail bar in the city centre, serving up home creations and classic favourites. We have a full menu of beers, wine, spirits, and cocktails available. -
Networking Space at The Gresham Aparthotel
on 36 Market Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: The Gresham Aparthotel is a Grade II listed hotel in the centre of Leicester, offering boutique-style studios, apartments, meeting facilities, and event space for business and leisure guests. -
Ground Floor at Sophy Bar & Club
on King Street 8-10 - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: The Main Room has a capacity of 150 guests and is wheelchair accessible. We do have a smoking area that guests can use.
Smaller quirky restaurants usually fit up to 50 guests seated. Here are some great options in Leicester, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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Cafe & Outdoor Space at Browns Cafe Bistro - cafe for 30 guests
Venue said: The space seats 30-35 guests. Well-suited for events such as organised psychic evenings (up to 35 guests) or small conferences with a cold finger buffet (up to 25 attendees). -
Leicester Suite at Holiday Inn Leicester - Wigston, rated 4.8/5 - boardroom for 20 guests
Venue said: A light airy boardroom is suitable for small meetings and brainstorming sessions as well as interviews and training. This cosy yet comfortable space is perfect for holding small private events, including business-related... -
Den at voco® Leicester - boardroom for 12 guests
Venue said: voco Leicester by IHG is a 4-star hotel located in Leicester, UK. Not only do we provide accommodation but we also offer meeting rooms and event spaces for private hire.
Cheap quirky restaurants in Leicester start from £60 hire fee per hour or £150 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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Leicester Suite at Holiday Inn Leicester - Wigston, from £60 hire fee per hour (up to 20 guests seated)
Venue said: This cosy yet comfortable space is perfect for holding small private events, including business-related meetings. Leicester Suite is situated on the ground floor offering easy access to all the Hotel has to offer. -
Networking Space at The Gresham Aparthotel, from £150 minimum spend per event (up to 60 guests seated)
Venue said: The Gresham Aparthotel is a Grade II listed hotel in the centre of Leicester, offering boutique-style studios, apartments, meeting facilities, and event space for business and leisure guests. -
Arrowsmith's Digital Darts at Arrowsmith Leicester, from £30 per person (up to 25 guests standing)
Venue said: Step up to the mark and get ready for a fun night out in Leicester This is Digital Darts, the Arrowsmith way. Pick a game and our electronic boards do all the math for you.
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