A really cosy venue, and it was kept clean and ready for my party. The caretaker was helpful and on hand for any questions or assistance we needed, and the bathroom was kept very clean. It was easy to work the lights and the heating inside the tent, and the location is fantastic as it is right in the heart of Bishopsgate, there is a conveniently placed loading bay parking round the corner too which was helpful to move heavy speaker equipment from my car to the tent. Very satisfied with the venue, exactly as described and looking forward to booking it for future events.
Top Small Private Bars in London
Planning an event in one of London’s small bars for hire? Excellent choice! From private bar rooms in the City of London to quirky spaces in Battersea, you’re in for a treat. These venues are great for any special occasion, from a small birthday party or family gathering to a laid-back networking event. And on Tagvenue, finding the perfect bar for your small group is easy! Simply browse through our diverse selection, pick your favourite spaces, and secure the venue that checks all the boxes. Ready to create memorable moments in a small bar in London? Jump into our listings now!
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from £1
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLounge Area
40 guestsLucy WongTottenham Court Road StationFitzrovia, London#Supervenue
BBasile
“I've booked a space for a 30-40 ppl event where I invited my friends and fam.” -
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityDark & Stormy 60 guests
60 guestsLOCKES Bar Covent GardenCovent Garden StationHolborn, London#Supervenue
AAnne Q.
“Fantastic space for a private party with your own bar. Amazing bar staff who made the best cocktails.” -
from £1500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Underground Speakeasy
60 guestsApples & PearsAldgate East StationTower Hamlets, London#Supervenue
HHarry M.
“Would recommend for anyone looking to book out a bar in London!” -
from £1000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityLouie's
180 guestsRed Dog Saloon HoxtonOld Street StationHackney Borough, London#Supervenue
AAmanda H.
“Excellent communication from venue manager ahead of booking to sort bar tab/food.” -
from £1500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityBackstage
150 guestsEastcheap RecordsBank StationTower Hill, LondonBBeatrice R.
“Amazing room, private bar had a range of really nice drinks and cocktails everything you could wish for.” -
from £700
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityThe JubJub
40 guestsCallooh Callay ShoreditchOld Street StationShoreditch, London#Supervenue
SStephanie T.
“Great service, our bartender in the private room was amazing and the space was just what we wanted.” -
from £1500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityBasement Bar
150 guestsThe Oxford MarketOxford Circus StationFitzrovia, London#Supervenue
AAmar S.
“Booked the basement bar for an engagement party for 65 guests. The venue was amazing!” -
from £100
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Lounge
70 guestsVagabond MonumentBank StationBank, LondonAAvneet D.
“The space was perfect for our needs, and it’s great you can use the rest of the bar easily too.” -
from £250
minimum spend / per morningCheck availabilityCaptain's Quarters
80 guestsRhum TavernOxford Circus StationMarylebone, LondonAArthana N.
“The space was amazing and so was the bar staff we had a fantastic time” -
from £2000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityPrivate Room
40 guestsBeasy SohoTottenham Court Road StationSoho, LondonAAinsley C.
“Brilliant venue, great location, cool vibe and super friendly staff, from security to bar staff.” -
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Main Bar
50 guestsEsterChalk Farm StationPrimrose Hill, London#Supervenue
CChristiana
“The venue was very clean, well kept and bar staff are attentive and friendly.” -
from £750
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBasement Bar
50 guestsTwo FloorsOxford Circus StationSoho, LondonTTom T.
“The venue was really well decorated and the private bar fully stocked.”
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FAQs about Top Small Private Bars in London
Booking costs of small bars average £700 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 London, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £300 | to £1000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £10 | to £25 | per person |
| From £175 | to £500 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
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The Underground Speakeasy at Apples & Pears in Tower Hamlets - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue for a private party, dedicated area with bar and option for music.’ -
Lounge Area at Lucy Wong in Fitzrovia - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The location is great, the food is superb for a bar setting, and the drinks are impeccable.’ -
Dark & Stormy 60 guests at LOCKES Bar Covent Garden in Holborn - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Fantastic space for a private party with your own bar.’
These are the venues within 0.9 mi from Central London, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Royal Box at Vagabond Victoria
on Unit 17, 77 Buckingham Palace Rd - 0.7 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘great staff, very attentive dealing with any requests we had.’ -
The Negroni Bar at Boisdale of Belgravia
on 15 Eccleston Street - 0.8 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Perfect space and a great vibe for drinks reception.’ -
The Vault Bar at Walkers of Whitehall
on 15 Craig's Court Whitehall - 0.9 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Good space and separate bar area. Good service and friendly staff.’
In London, small bars are most commonly booked for 30 to 75 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
| Party | Usually between £800 and £2,200. |
User who booked Dark & Stormy 60 guests at LOCKES Bar Covent Garden for 55 guests
said: ‘We held our daughter's 21st in the downstairs roo. Big thank you to Will, Laura and team for a fabulous night.’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between £500 and £2,000. |
User who booked The Boudoir Bar at Bar Soho for 60 guests
said: ‘Awesome location, amazing staff, very reasonable min spend. Was the perfect venue for my birthday party.’ |
| Christmas Party | Usually between £1,400 and £4,500. |
User who booked Whole Venue at Prosecco House for 40 guests
said: ‘Service was amazing and so were the food and drinks. Great location.’ |
| Drinks Reception | Usually between £1,000 and £2,500. |
User who booked The Vault Bar at Walkers of Whitehall for 25 guests
said: ‘Cool venue, great food and friendly staff!’ |
| Engagement Party | Usually between £1,200 and £2,800. |
User who booked Basement Bar at The Oxford Market for 80 guests
said: ‘Everyone had such an amazing time and I can’t wait to book for our next party...’ |
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Verified Reviews of Small Bars in London
I recently hosted my birthday party at this venue and it exceeded every expectation. The space itself is absolutely stunning — so beautifully done that I received countless compliments from guests on the night, and even messages afterward on social media asking where it was because the photos looked so gorgeous. The true highlight, though, was the incredible team behind it, especially Christiana and Yena. They were so kind, warm, and genuinely invested in making everything perfect for me. Many of my guests commented on how lovely they were, which really speaks to the care and hospitality they bring. They made sure everything ran seamlessly and that every detail was exactly to my liking. I had high expectations for my birthday event, and somehow it was even better than I imagined. I couldn’t recommend this venue — and Christiana and Yena — highly enough.
Perfect venue for my 30th birthday at Christmas time! The communication and organisation beforehand was great and we arranged a site visit which was really useful. The staff on the night were brilliant and would check in periodically to check that everything was okay with the venue. Jon/Jonathan (I think was his name) was excellent and helped sort everything out during the night, including the set up of my photo booth. Music, lighting and seating was completely personalised and we also reserved a booth for the club afterwards. It was an excellent night and everyone loved the venue - perfect for what we needed!
The staff were fantastic ensuring my birthday party went smoothly- super helpful, accommodating and cheery. They were very relaxed about how the venue was set-up and I enjoyed their can-do approach to some of the things I’d asked for. The venue was spotlessly clean and perfect for a small party of 40 people. I had a bespoke cocktail menu, Prosecco served to guests on arrival and brought my own sound system for speeches and music. The venue also accommodated a Photo Booth and we’re brilliant at liaising with this company. Huge thanks to Cintia, Roberto and the team!
This was my 1st event at Pergola, Kis and the whole bar team were just amazing, super professional and helpfull. The event ran smoothly, the canapés and the food bowls were displayed beautifully and they were good porporcions. And the Champagne Ruinart - Blanc de Blancs was a success among everyone. It was a lovely event from beggining to end.
We had an amazing night!! The function room was a perfect size and so lovely and laid out well. We loved having our own bar and the space to dance and social properly. Music was great, cocktails were gorgeous. Loved every second. Special thanks to Harry our bartender who looked after us and everything we wanted.
A fantastic team at this place! From the booking to being welcomed on the day to the staff in the bar. Cannot fault it. The Studio was an amazing space, we made good use of the sound system, microphone and TV. It was so lovely that we were able to bring decorations, although we didn't need many as the disco balls and lights were a fantastic way to create a party atmosphere. So many people were saying how great a venue it was, I would recommend it to anyone and would never hesitate to come back
WHOLEHEARTEDLY RECOMMEND! Everything was PHENOMENAL :) We booked the back area for a leaving do for 50 people. The cocktails were great (and good value too!), the food was tasty and the DJ kept us dancing until 3am. The staff was 5*. Emily, the manager was prompt to help us organise it (very easy via email) and Emma and the team were amazing on the day. Anything we asked for was taken care of immediately and with a smile. The door staff was attentive but in a laid-back, polite way. Many guests were gushing about how great of a venue we've chosen. THANK YOU VERY MUCH Dead Dolls House for making this event a truly memorable one for all of our guests and us!
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