Restaurants with Private Rooms for Hire in Oxford

Booking costs of restaurants with private rooms average £45 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 Oxford, based on Tagvenue data:

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

• The River Room at The Folly Restaurant in Oxford City Centre - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘A wonderful evening to celebrate daughter’s 21st birthday with her friends.’

• Private Dining Room at The Trout Oxford in Oxford - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘Two of our party rather fussy and The Trout staff accommodated with two pizzas for them.’

• Backseat Becky's at The Breakfast Club Oxford in Oxford City Centre - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘Great venue, we were really pleased we could hire out the whole restaurant.’

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 Oxford, 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 Oxford, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Private Dining Room at Gusto Italian Oxford on High Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: The Oxford restaurant provides 170 covers in an expansive downstairs dining room, a 55-cover upstairs private dining room for bookings and a cosy cocktail bar.
• Entire Venue at Sandy's Piano Bar on 4 King Edward Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Venue said: The space features a large bar and various seating areas with comfortable lounge-like sofas, and is equipped with sound & lighting systems.
• Lower Private Dining Room at The Red Lion, Oxford on 14 Gloucester Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Venue said: Accommodating up to 20 guests, the Lower Private Dining Room is ideal for sit-down meals or casual drinks. Whether you're planning a birthday party, anniversary celebration, or any special occasion, this exclusive-use room...

Smaller restaurants with private rooms usually fit up to 40 guests seated. Here are some great options in Oxford, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

• Downstairs Area at Bangkok House - event space for 40 guests
  Venue said: At Bangkok House, we have been serving authentic Thai flavours in Oxford since 1992. With an on-site bar and a vegetarian menu available, our restaurant caters to a range of private occasions, offering its spaces for hire.

• Bacchanalia - River Boat at The Folly Restaurant, rated 5/5 - event space for 12 guests
  Our user said: ‘Fantastic employees! Made us feel so welcome.’

• Covered Terrace at Polish Kitchen Oxford - terrace for 20 guests
  Venue said: A beautiful covered terrace serving as a function room for your special events! It can accommodate about 15 guests at individual tables or one long table for feasts and celebrations.

Cheap restaurants with private rooms in Oxford start from £20 per person or £30 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

• Private Dining Room at The Trout Oxford, from £20 per person (up to 30 guests seated)
  Our user said: ‘Two of our party rather fussy and The Trout staff accommodated with two pizzas for them.’

• Back Room at Za'atar Bake, from £30 hire fee per event (up to 40 guests seated)
  Venue said: Za'atar Bake is a Middle Eastern restaurant located on Cowley Road in Oxford, known for its focus on authentic, flavour-driven dishes. The venue is perfect for hosting a variety of events, including birthday parties, or corporate...

• Restaurant 66a at Cotswold Lodge Hotel, from £75 hire fee per hour (up to 20 guests seated)
  Venue said: The hotel’s restaurant, Restaurant 66A, was awarded 1AA Rosettes and is open to residents and non-residents looking for affordable traditional British food and European cuisine in Oxford.

Yes — some venues on Tagvenue, like The Breakfast Club Oxford or Fresco, can be hired out entirely for private functions. These spaces can accommodate bigger groups and typically give you access to the entire dining area, dedicated staff, and in some cases, custom menus or flexible furniture arrangements. Exclusive hire is perfect if you want to bring in live entertainment, give a speech without disturbing other diners, or decorate the space to match a specific theme. Just keep in mind that weekends and evenings are in high demand, so booking early is key.

Aim for at least 4–6 weeks in advance, especially if you want a weekend slot or a popular venue. Around holidays or graduation season, earlier is better. Some restaurants let you pencil in dates without a full deposit. It’s always worth asking about all options.

If you're planning a cosy dinner with close friends or family, Sticks’n’Sushi Oxford has a private dining room that fits perfectly for around 20 guests. For medium-sized events, The Folly Restaurant provides flexible spaces that can suit both seated meals and relaxed mingling. And if you're after a more exclusive feel, The Folly also offers an Exclusive use option, ideal for bigger parties and special celebrations where you want the place to yourself.