Main Bar at City Arts Bar

Bar
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Private space
17-20 Ironmonger Lane, Greater London, EC2V 8EP
Monument Station (0.2 mi)

About this space

Main Bar, a Bar in City Arts Bar, is a lounge-style cocktail space arranged for intimate, social gatherings.

Design: The main bar presents a mid-century interior with an exposed concrete ceiling, dark leather banquettes and mustard velvet lounge chairs around low marble-topped tables. The lighting is low and focused, and tall curtains and planted screens create layered, semi-private seating pockets.

Features: The space includes an installed PA system and speaker rig and permits own music and bring-your-own DJs. The room provides Wi-Fi, air conditioning and natural daylight, and contains fixed banquette seating plus movable low tables and stools suited to informal drinks and networking.

Ideal for: Colleagues and social groups will find it suitable for relaxed, sociable standing receptions or informal seated drinks in a lounge-style setting.

What sets it apart: A built-in mini stage fitted with a Yamaha grand piano for live music and performances.

What guests say: The main bar is stylish and well laid out, and the staff are professional and attentive. The space has a lively, welcoming atmosphere.


Offers and packages


Prices

Monday
18:00 – 2:00
from £1500 min. spend
Per session
18:00 – 2:00
from £1500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
18:00 – 2:00
from £1500 min. spend
Per session
18:00 – 2:00
from £1500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
18:00 – 2:00
from £1500 min. spend
Per session
18:00 – 2:00
from £1500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
18:00 – 2:00
from £2000 min. spend
Per session
18:00 – 2:00
from £2000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Friday
18:00 – 2:00
from £3000 min. spend
Per session
18:00 – 2:00
from £3000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
18:00 – 2:00
from £4000 min. spend
Per session
18:00 – 2:00
from £4000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
18:00 – 2:00
from £1500 min. spend
Per session
18:00 – 2:00
from £1500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
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Capacity

Standing
up to 250
Dining
up to 156
Cabaret
up to 90

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Venue can organise food and drink
No external catering allowed
Catering must be booked through the venue
Venue provides alcohol
Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
Alcohol licence until 2:00
No BYO alcohol allowed
You can’t bring your own alcohol, drinks must be bought through the venue

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Air conditioner
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Full wine cellar including vintage champagnes
Two fully stocked cocktail bars
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Unavailable: Accessible toilets No accessible toilets on site
Unavailable: Ground level Entrance has steps – no ramp available
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Unavailable: Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift
Unavailable: Wheelchair accessible

Rules of the space

Allowed events

No promoted and ticketed events allowed Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for are not allowed
No wedding licence Venue is not licensed to host wedding ceremonies
No Temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Age policy

Guest under 18 not allowed unless accompanied by an adult

Host rules

• Smoking on premises not allowed.


Reviews and ratings

(2 reviews and ratings - )

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BS
Black S.
Verified review
Excellent communication
Had an incredible experience communicating with City Arts Bar! The team is incredibly helpful, responsive, attentive and friendly.
5.0
MD
Mukthar D.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

FAQ

Yes, external DJs may use the venue’s Pioneer XDJ-XZ at no extra cost; however, external speakers must be arranged.

No. DJs can use the venue's Pioneer XDJ-XZ at no extra cost, although external speakers will need to be arranged.

Yes, we will keep the fireplace on; music can be played via Spotify, and the lighting will be kept at a high level.

Yes, we will keep the fireplace on; music can be played via Spotify, and the lighting will be kept at a high level.

Yes, the venue is fully centrally air conditioned.


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