We recently held a 50th birthday party at this venue and were extremely impressed. The staff were friendly, attentive, and went above and beyond. Communication throughout the planning process was excellent, making everything stress-free and well organised. The food was great, we asked for snacks and finger food and they laid it all out like a buffet which was just what we wanted. It’s on the top floor with a lift so very accessible to all. You get your own loos and your own bar staff. The décor is stylish and the great river views from the terrace really added an extra touch. You can bring your own decor so long as you don’t tape anything to the walls. We would highly recommend this venue for any special occasion.
Top Restaurants with Private Rooms in South Bank
The Thames does love a dramatic backdrop, and so does a good dinner. Restaurants with private rooms in South Bank bring you dedicated spaces for birthday dinners, team nights, festive meals, and pre-theatre get-togethers near the London Eye, Waterloo, and the Southbank Centre. Some are sleek and contemporary, some lean warm and classic, but all of them give your group space to settle in without the rush of the main floor. Fancy a dinner with a little more polish and a lot less elbow dodging? Keep going, there’s plenty here worth a closer look.
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from £800
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySmall Private Dining Room
20 guestsBrasserie Blanc SouthbankWaterloo StationWaterloo, South Bank#Supervenue
MMarie-louise L.
“Prebooked private room for 17 including a 30th birthday.” -
from £1200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMedium Private Dining Room
36 guestsBrasserie Blanc SouthbankWaterloo StationWaterloo, South Bank#Supervenue
SSarah B.
“Lovely location and nice vibe as you enter the restaurant. The staff were friendly and efficient.” -
from £500
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityThe Orchids Room & Terrace
20 guestsSticky Mango WaterlooWaterloo StationWaterloo, South BankZZaki H.
“My 10 guests and I left the Orchid Room very happy that this venue was perfect for an event of this type.” -
from £3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityDeluxe Private Room
100 guestsBrasserie Blanc SouthbankWaterloo StationWaterloo, South Bank#Supervenue
KKevin H.
“We held a work function here in a private dining room and it was perfect for our needs.” -
from £2100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLarge Private Dining Room
60 guestsBrasserie Blanc SouthbankWaterloo StationWaterloo, South Bank#Supervenue
GGeorgia C.
“Service was excellent and the private dining area was super. Such a great evening with lovely atmosphere” -
from £500
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityThe Copper Blossom Room
30 guestsSticky Mango WaterlooWaterloo StationWaterloo, South BankKKai-yin K.
“Food was amazing, service was good” -
from £3000
minimum spend / per morningCheck availabilityWhole Restaurant
80 guestsStrings RestaurantWaterloo StationWaterloo, South BankTTyler C.
“Perfect venue for a large event, and the atmosphere was wonderful.” -
from £1250
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityThe Blossom Tree Room
50 guestsSticky Mango WaterlooWaterloo StationWaterloo, South BankCCesar B.
“If I have another event, I will most definitely think of this venue!” -
from £60
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityCourtyard
35 guestsPaladar RestaurantElephant & Castle StationSouth Bank, LondonPaladar Restaurant is a Latin American restaurant serving share plates and cocktails in an art-deco interior. Venue highlights: Paladar provides in-house catering tailored to private hires.
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from £8400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityExclusive Hire of Venue
240 guestsBrasserie Blanc SouthbankWaterloo StationWaterloo, South Bank#Supervenue
WWill
“Food was fantastic and venue had a lovely feel to it. Strongly recommend!” -
from £5600
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRestaurant
120 guestsBrasserie Blanc SouthbankWaterloo StationWaterloo, South Bank#Supervenue
MMichelle
“The location and the private space was perfect.” -
from £10000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
80 guestsLa Gamba - Spanish Tapas Bar & RestaurantEmbankment StationWaterloo, South BankFor larger events, the entire restaurant can be hired exclusively, including the dining room, bar and terrace. Design: The main area features light timber furnishings, rattan pendant lights and pale plaster walls, with banquette
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FAQs about Top Restaurants with Private Rooms in South Bank
Booking costs of restaurants with private rooms average £1700 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 South Bank, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £1000 | to £5000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £50 | to £79 | per person |
| From £450 | to £1200 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
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Whole Restaurant at Strings Restaurant in Waterloo - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘They were able to work with us to create a bespoke plan that perfectly suited our event needs.’ -
Small Private Dining Room at Brasserie Blanc Southbank in Waterloo - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Lovely location and nice vibe as you enter the restaurant. The staff were friendly and efficient.’ -
The Orchids Room & Terrace at Sticky Mango Waterloo in Waterloo - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘If I have another event, I will most definitely think of this venue!’
You'll find restaurants with private 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 South Bank, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £750 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 130 guests | prices average £2100 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 160 guests | prices average £5000 minimum spend per event |
Smaller restaurants with private rooms usually fit up to 40 guests seated. Here are some great options in South Bank, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
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Entire Venue at Ichi Sushi & Sashimi Bar - restaurant for 40 guests
Venue said: Ichi Sushi & Sashimi Bar is a Japanese hotel restaurant centred on sushi rolls, sashimi and small plates in a relaxed setting. Venue highlights: Private menus centre on sushi rolls, sashimi and Japanese small plates, presented... -
Amazon Lounge at Paladar Restaurant - lounge for 25 guests
Venue said: Features: The room contains a mix of small dining tables and bench seating arranged for private meals. The space includes Wi‑Fi, air conditioning and a PA system with speakers, and it permits guest music or an external DJ. -
Seminar Room | PDR | Meetings at The Black Penny - Southbank, rated 4.9/5 - dining room for 10 guests
Venue said: The room can accommodate up to 10 guests seated together (plus 2 guests on corners of the room) at one table making it ideal for private dining, seminars, meetings, and exclusive events.
Cheap restaurants with private rooms in South Bank start from £45 per person or £30 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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Semi Private Small Area at La Gamba - Spanish Tapas Bar & Restaurant, from £49 per person (up to 12 guests seated)
Venue said: The semi-private dining area at La Gamba – Spanish Tapas Bar & Restaurant offers a cosy setting for smaller groups, with some separation from the main restaurant. -
Meeting Room in near Waterloo at The Travel Cafe Waterloo, from £30 hire fee per hour (up to 6 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘Kevin was always on hand to look after us. Coffee is good. Great value for money.’ -
Bodega at Paladar Restaurant, from £450 minimum spend per event (up to 10 guests seated)
Venue said: A semi-private area in front of the open kitchen, ideal for intimate parties of 8-10 guests, offering a firsthand view of the culinary action.
In South Bank, restaurants with private rooms are most commonly booked for 5 to 50 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
| Party | Usually between £450 and £2,000. |
User who booked Event Space at Alaska Waterloo for 60 guests
said: ‘Alaska Waterloo is a fantastic venue for parties and gatherings.’ |
| Meeting | Usually between £70 and £200. |
User who booked Meeting Room in near Waterloo at The Travel Cafe Waterloo for 2 guests
said: ‘A lovely quirky venue with great coffee and surrounded by plants. A gem and will definitely use again.’ |
| Private Dining | Usually between £600 and £800. |
User who booked The Orchids Room & Terrace at Sticky Mango Waterloo for 11 guests
said: ‘She appreciated more than any other venue I had contacted the importance of our lunch.’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between £500 and £1,300. |
User who booked Alice Room at The Mad Hatter Hotel for 80 guests
said: ‘The staff were incredibly helpful, and everyone had so much fun. Thank you again to Robbie and the team!’ |
| Christmas Dinner | Usually between £1,100 and £2,800. |
User who booked Exclusive Hire of Venue at Brasserie Blanc Southbank for 130 guests
said: ‘We hosted our Christmas party here.’ |
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The team were so happy to help us at such short notice. They really understood the needs of our event and made suggestions where appropriate and couldn't have done more.
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