Entire Boat at Barge East

Restaurant

Whole venue

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

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

Per evening

18:00 – 23:00

from £2500

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

Per evening

18:00 – 23:00

from £2500

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

Per evening

18:00 – 23:00

from £3000

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

Per evening

18:00 – 23:00

from £4000

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

Per evening

18:00 – 0:00

from £5000

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

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

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 2 days ago

Capacity

Standing

up to 140

Dining

up to 80

Catering and drinks

Extensive vegan menu

Extensive gluten-free menu

Alcohol licence until 22:00

Facilities

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')

Air conditioner

Music & sound equipment

Accessibility

Rules of the space

Allowed events

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

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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.