Group Dining Restaurants for Hire in Bristol

Booking costs of group dining restaurants average £25 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 Bristol, based on Tagvenue data:

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

• Main bar at Clubhaus Harbourside in Bristol Old City - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘We hired Clubhaus for our Wedding reception. Lovely space, nicely laid out and clean.’

• Riverview Corner Private Area at Totos by the River in Redcliffe - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘The venue itself was incredibly good value for money, including the food!’

• Brown & Bye Restaurant & Bar at Brown & Bye in Hotwells - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘All of the staff I encountered during the booking process and on the night were lovely and attentive.’

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

These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Bristol, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Entire Venue at Le Vignoble Bristol on Hawkins Lane Finzels Reach - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: Our premises is part of an old brewery and we have one large, open plan space with a rustic/industrial style interior. We have casual restaurant/bar style seating for up to 85 guests, some of which can be moved to create...
• Entire Venue at Six by Nico Bristol on 11 Quakers Friars Unit SU9 - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Venue said: A cosy outdoor area offers additional space for pre-dinner drinks or relaxed gatherings. Whether you're bringing colleagues together, celebrating a special occasion, hosting a launch, or planning a private gathering, the...
• Riverview Corner Private Area at Totos by the River on 121 Redcliff Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘The venue itself was incredibly good value for money, including the food!’

Smaller group dining restaurants usually fit up to 35 guests seated. Here are some great options in Bristol, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

• Meeting Room & Small Terrace at Zerodegrees Microbrewery Restaurant Bristol, rated 5/5 - meeting room for 16 guests
  Venue said: Our meeting room is combined with a small terrace and can welcome up to 16 guests for meeting and dining gatherings.

• Private Dining Bank Vault at Bar 44 Bristol, rated 5/5 - dining room for 14 guests
  Venue said: Two underground old bank vaults have been transformed into private dining rooms for groups of up to 12 to hire for a private occasion. The sherry & cava rooms reflect the history of the theme they represent, beautiful reclaimed...

• Mezzanine at The Red Church - dining room for 30 guests
  Venue said: Tables and chairs can be rearranged to create a more social and interactive atmosphere for attendees of dining parties, small receptions, birthday dinners, and casual gatherings.

Cheap group dining restaurants in Bristol start from £130 hire fee per event or £20 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

• The Secret Bar at The Lost & Found Bristol, from £130 hire fee per event (up to 50 guests seated)
  Our user said: ‘The best value for money in Bristol compared to other venues I visited. Would 100% host another event here.’

• Main Dining at Pepper Trail, from £20 per person (up to 50 guests seated)
  Venue said: Whether it’s a family celebration, a work meal, or just a get-together with friends, we can reserve the space and tailor food and drinks to suit your party.

• Versatile Event Space at Cooking It, from £500 hire fee per day (up to 50 guests seated)
  Venue said: The main room and bar area are large and bright. Small enclosed garden. There is a commercial kitchen at the back. Wifi, Bathroom. You can hire our event space for weddings, birthday parties, film productions or on Christmas...

In Bristol, group dining restaurants are most commonly booked for 30 to 70 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

It’s recommended to book your group dining venue at least 4–6 weeks in advance, particularly for popular areas in the city. For larger groups or peak seasons, securing a booking 2–3 months ahead can help guarantee availability. Some venues may also require booking even earlier for high-demand dates.