An event space in a bar with wooden tables, leather chairs, and a well-stocked backlit bar at Balls Brothers Austin Friars.

An event space in a bar with exposed brick walls, hanging pendant lights, and wooden tables at Balls Brothers Austin Friars.

An event space in a bar with wooden tables, leather chairs, an open kitchen, and a well-stocked bar at Balls Brothers Austin Friars.

An event space in a bar with large windows, a wooden bar counter, round tables, and industrial lighting at Balls Brothers Austin Friars.

Main Bar at Balls Brothers Austin Friars

Bar

Semi-private area

About this space

The Main Bar is a semi-private bar area in Balls Brothers Austin Friars that sits beneath a raised mezzanine, providing a contained gathering space that remains visually connected to the rest of the venue.

Design: Dark timber floors, white tile detailing and polished brass shelving create a contemporary-British, classic bar interior. Tall ceilings and pendant lighting emphasise the room's vertical scale and clean sightlines.

Features: The bar counter provides full drink service and flexible seating layouts around small tables and banquettes. Built-in PA and speaker system supports background music or live setups, and the space allows own music or an external DJ. The room also has a small dancefloor, air conditioning, Wi‑Fi, natural daylight and wheelchair access.

Ideal for: Work teams and social groups seeking a relaxed, sociable gathering that mixes standing reception, seated dining and informal dancing.

What sets it apart: A 180 Darts installation that supports fast-paced, multi-player games across two oches integrated into the bar area.

What guests say: The space has a relaxed but polished atmosphere and attentive, professional staff. The layout supports mingling and networking and accommodates live music or band setups.

Offers and packages

Menus

Event offer

Come join us at Balls Brothers Austin Friars this Christmas. Whether you're planning a get together with friends & family or organising a work party, indulge in our Christmas menus to create the perfect outing.

We offer two event slots during the day:
- 12PM - 4PM
- 5PM - midnight
Please do not hesitate to reach out for more details & be kindly advised pricing might vary depending on the date.

Christmas Dinner Menu (3 courses)

£39 per person

STARTERS
- Celeriac & apple soup (VG)
- Oak smoked salmon
- Chicken liver parfait
- Roasted squash & endive salad (VG)

MAINS
- Roast Norfolk bronze turkey
- Braised beef shin pie
- Roast fillet of sea bream
- Mushroom Wellington (VG)

PUDDINGS
- Christmas pudding (VG upon request)
- Sticky toffee pudding (V)
- Valrhona chocolate pot (V)
- Cheese course (£7 per person supplement)

EXTRAS
- Add a bowl of pigs in blankets £7 per bowl
- Add mince pies & chocolate truffles £3 per person
- Add a cheese platter £35

Christmas Platinum Menu (3 courses)

£55 per person

STARTERS
- Pheasant & black pudding terrine
- Monkfish scampi
- Mushroom parfait (VG)

MAINS
- Roast Norfolk bronze turkey
- Butternut squash risotto (VG)
- 12hr braised beef shoulder ‘Bourguignon’
- Grilled fillet of salmon

PUDDINGS
- Christmas pudding (VG upon request)
- White chocolate & vanilla cheesecake (V)
- Sticky toffee pudding (V)
- Chocolate & salted caramel tart (V)
- Cheese course (£7 per person supplement)

EXTRAS
- Add a bowl of pigs in blankets £7 per bowl
- Add mince pies & chocolate truffles £3 per person
- Add a cheese platter £35

Christmas Canapé Menu

£17 total

4 for £12 | 6 for £17 | 8 for £22
Minimum 10 of each selected canapé

Choose from:
- Smoked salmon (GF - DF upon request)
- Yellow fin tuna tataki (GF)
- Crispy potato croquette (VG) (GF)
- Black truffle arancini (V)
- Chickpea falafel (VG - GF)
- Sun-dried tomato tartare (VG - GF)
- Chicken liver parfait (GF upon request)
- Crispy duck spring roll
- Grilled sirloin taco (GF)

Christmas Finger Food Menu

£45 per person

Whole selection £45 per person / £5 each
Minimum 10 of each selected item

Choose from:
- Cod goujons, tartare sauce, lemon
- Salt & pepper squid, aioli (DF)
- Smoked salmon on toast, pickled cucumber (DF)
- Garlic & rosemary roast potatoes (VG - GF)
- Marinated tomato & mozzarella skewers, basil dressing (V) (GF) (Vegan cheese available)
- Cauliflower tempura, chilli & yuzu mayo (VG - DF)
- Vegan chicken bites, Korean chilli mayo (VG)
- Vegetable pakora, mint yoghurt (VG - DF)
- Halloumi fries, smoked tomato sauce (V)
- Beef & onion pie
- Buttermilk fried chicken, blue cheese mayo
- Pigs in blankets, English mustard (DF)

Christmas Bowl Food Menu

£7.50 total

Minimum 10 of each selected bowl

SEAFOOD £7.50 per bowl

PLANT BASED & GLUTEN FREE £6.50 per bowl

MEAT £8 per bowl

DESSERT PLATTER £27.50

CHEESE PLATTER £35

Prices

Monday

17:00 – 23:00

from £1500 min. spend

Per session

17:00 – 23:00

from £1500

Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Tuesday

17:00 – 23:00

from £3500 min. spend

Per session

17:00 – 23:00

from £3500

Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Wednesday

17:00 – 0:00

from £4500 min. spend

Per session

17:00 – 0:00

from £4500

Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Thursday

17:00 – 0:00

from £7000 min. spend

Per session

17:00 – 0:00

from £7000

Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Friday

17:00 – 0:00

from £3000 min. spend

Per session

17:00 – 0:00

from £3000

Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

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Pricing updated by venue 7 months ago

Capacity

Standing

up to 150

Dining

up to 110

Catering and drinks

Venue can organise food and drink

Halal menu

Extensive vegan menu

Extensive vegetarian menu

Extensive gluten-free menu

Complimentary refreshments (such as water, tea, or coffee) for guests at no extra cost

Venue can supply alcoholic beverages

Facilities

Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements

Air conditioner

Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in

Place where clients can store items during their event

Dedicated dance floor area

Full-length mirrors available

Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Unavailable: Parking available

Music & sound equipment

Venue allows playing your own music

Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead

Accessibility

Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Cancellation policy: Custom

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