Nobody books a private dining room because they fancy shouting across a busy restaurant. Small private dining rooms in Reading give you the chance to settle in, relax, and enjoy a meal with the people who are actually there for it. Around Market Place, the Oracle, and the town centre, you'll find tucked-away dining spaces for birthday dinners, family celebrations, business meals, and long-overdue catch-ups. Good food gets everyone's attention, but having the room to yourselves doesn't hurt either. Have a look through the listings and find a spot that suits the occasion.
Booking costs of small private dining rooms average £1000 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 Reading, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £500 | to £1542 | minimum spend per event |
| From £25 | to £45 | per person |
| From £24 | to £2981 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
Entire Venue at The Jazz Café
in Reading - rated 5/5
Venue said: Our well-stocked bar, complete with professional bartenders, will cater to your guests' drink preferences, ensuring everyone has a great time. The venue itself will be tastefully dressed, creating an inviting atmosphere that...
The Vault at Market House
in Reading Town Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Staff very friendly and helpful - great party venue being rooftop bar and nice evening. Food was excellent too...’
Firefly Cellar Bar at The Three Guineas - Firefly Cellar Bar
in Reading Town Centre - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Thanks for helping us host this special event, would 100% recommend and use again in future.’
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Reading, available to book on Tagvenue:
Cheap small private dining rooms in Reading start from £100 hire fee per hour or £20 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
Private Dining Room at Hilton Reading, from £100 hire fee per hour
(up to 15 guests seated)
Venue said: In terms of size, there’s a good range to work with—smaller rooms for 10–30 guests, mid-size spaces for around 40–100, and larger function rooms that can go up to about 500 depending on how you set things up.
Downstairs Area at The Coconut Tree Reading, from £24 hire fee per event
(up to 87 guests seated)
Venue said: The Downstairs at The Coconut Tree Reading has a capacity of 140 guests. It's a go-to choice for larger parties, corporate receptions, and more!
First Floor Bar at Slug & Lettuce Reading, Friar Street, from £250 minimum spend per event
(up to 102 guests seated)
Venue said: Our fabulous first floor bar is available for up to 150 guests, or up to 260 guests including our first floor terrace (available on request for an additional minimum spend)!
Page last updated in September 2026
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