A restaurant on a moored boat with an open-air deck, canopy roof, and riverside seating at Barge East.

Entire Boat at Barge East

Restaurant
·
Whole venue
River Lee, White Post Lane, Barge East, London, E9 5EN –
Hackney Wick Station (0.1 mi)
Up to 80
seats
Up to 140
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

Barge East is an impressive bar & kitchen built upon a historic 124-year-old Dutch boat. With an award-winning restaurant and homegrown ingredients, your guests are in for a culinary treat.

Looking for full venue hire in London? Our barge is available to privately hire Monday - Friday for parties up to 120 guests.

Offering canapes, bespoke menus, and continued drinks from our floating bar, full venue bookings have the ability to hire live entertainment throughout the day, with house music in the evenings. The hire is inclusive of all spaces '[Lower deck, canopy, outdoor decks & Captains Cabin], with decorations to suit the occasion welcomed.

Event offers and packages

Package per person

Group Set Menu Package – £49 per person
Our group dining package offers a curated three-course menu designed for sharing and celebrating together. Guests will enjoy a seasonal starter, a choice of mains, and a decadent dessert, all crafted with sustainable British produce from our gardens and trusted local suppliers.

The package includes:

A three-course set menu (with options for dietary requirements)

Sharing sides

Attentive table service throughout your experience

Optional enhancements are available, such as drinks packages, welcome fizz, or wine pairings.

Perfect for birthdays, festive gatherings, and corporate events, our group package guarantees a memorable dining experience in one of London’s most unique settings.

Prices

Monday
12:00 – 23:00
from £1500–£2500 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:00 – 17:00
from £1500 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 23:00
from £2500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 22:00. All prices include VAT.
This minimum spend is the cost of food and drinks, the use of the space is included for no extra costs.
Tuesday
12:00 – 23:00
from £1500–£2500 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:00 – 17:00
from £1500 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 23:00
from £2500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 22:00. All prices include VAT.
This minimum spend is the cost of food and drinks, the use of the space is included for no extra costs.
Wednesday
12:00 – 23:00
from £2000–£3000 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:00 – 17:00
from £2000 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 23:00
from £3000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 22:00. All prices include VAT.
This minimum spend is the cost of food and drinks, the use of the space is included for no extra costs.
Thursday
12:00 – 23:00
from £2250–£4000 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:00 – 17:00
from £2250 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 23:00
from £4000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 22:00. All prices include VAT.
This minimum spend is the cost of food and drinks, the use of the space is included for no extra costs.
Friday
12:00 – 0:00
from £2500–£5000 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:00 – 17:00
from £2500 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 0:00
from £5000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 22:00. All prices include VAT.
This minimum spend is the cost of food and drinks, the use of the space is included for no extra costs.
Saturday
18:00 – 0:00
from £5000 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 0:00
from £5000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 22:00. All prices include VAT.
This minimum spend is the cost of food and drinks, the use of the space is included for no extra costs.
Sunday
18:00 – 0:00
from £5000 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 0:00
from £5000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 22:00. All prices include VAT.
This minimum spend is the cost of food and drinks, the use of the space is included for no extra costs.
Pricing updated by venue 1 day ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 140
Dining
up to 80

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
Complimentary water
British cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 22:00
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Natural light
Paid parking facilities available nearby
114 year old historic Dutch barge
Waterside location
Fantastic terrace views
Floating bar & kitchen
Great location 2 minutes from Hackney Wick station
Unique venue ideal for private Christmas parties
#1 Rated Restaurant in London on TripAdvisor (As on Sep, 19')
Wi-Fi available
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
PA system / speakers
Conference call facilities
Air conditioner
Storage space
Quiet space
Alcohol licence

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music
Bring your own DJ
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Accessible toilets
Ground level
Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift
Wheelchair accessible

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence available
Temporary event notices available

Host rules

No confetti, glitter, confetti, or 'rude' balloons.
No smoking is allowed on the barge restaurant outer deck or in the garden terrace.

Reviews and ratings

(12 reviews and ratings - )

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LB
Lara B.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

Barge East is a #Supervenue

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Customers rated communication with this venue and their event experience as Superb
Response time: within couple of hours
Response rate: 95%

About Barge East

Barge East is an award-winning restaurant, bar, and kitchen aboard a historic 125-year-old Dutch boat, permanently moored in Hackney Wick. With a unique location at the junction of two of London’s waterways, guests can enjoy unrivalled views across the city skyline and the iconic Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.

Our site offers a capacity of up to 300+, with both beautiful riverside gardens and atmospheric indoor dining areas, making it a versatile space for everything from intimate dinners to large group celebrations. Alongside our sustainable, seasonal menus crafted by Head Chef Kayla Dimmick, guests can also enjoy casual dining and drinks in our buzzing gardens.

Recognised with multiple awards, including holding the #1 London restaurant spot on TripAdvisor in 2019, Barge East continues to impress with its blend of heritage, hospitality, and outstanding food in one of the capital’s most distinctive settings.

Other spaces and event packages at this venue

Riverside Rooftop at
from £200
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40
Riverside Rooftop
Flexible Garden Spaces at
from £600
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Outdoor Space at a Restaurant
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The Canopy - Dining Room at
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Captains Cabin at
from £49
per person / per session
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Location

Location map

Meet your host

Barge East Bookings
Member of Tagvenue since May 2019
12 Reviews
4.8 Rating
4h Response time
95% Response rate

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