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ICA Bar at Institute of Contemporary Arts

Cafe in a Gallery
·
Private space
Institute of Contemporary Arts, 12 Carlton House Terrace, London, SW1Y 5AH –
Piccadilly Circus Station (0.3 mi)
Up to 40
seats
Up to 60
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

ICA Bar is a cafe within the Institute of Contemporary Arts defined by a daylight-filled split-level layout.

Design: The interior features pared-back, gallery-style finishes: white-painted walls, exposed structural beams and a dark terrazzo floor. Simple pendant lights and restrained furniture create an uncluttered, functional look.

Features: The bar operates as a staffed service counter with a compact seating area and movable tables and benches. The room includes Wi‑Fi, a PA system and speakers, and allows hosts to play their own music or bring a DJ.

Ideal for: Small groups seeking a relaxed, social setting for seated networking or informal standing receptions.

What guests say: The space has helpful, attentive staff and a compact layout. The interior is pared-back with well-placed light sources that create distinct corners useful for focus and conversation.

Prices

Monday
9:00 – 17:00
from £250 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 17:00
from £250 hire fee per hour
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £1500 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
9:00 – 23:00
from £250 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 23:00
from £250 hire fee per hour
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
9:00 – 23:00
from £250 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 23:00
from £250 hire fee per hour
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
9:00 – 23:00
from £250 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 23:00
from £250 hire fee per hour
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
9:00 – 23:00
from £250 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 23:00
from £250 hire fee per hour
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
9:00 – 23:00
from £250 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 23:00
from £250 hire fee per hour
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
9:00 – 23:00
from £250 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 23:00
from £250 hire fee per hour
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee
Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago
Minimum booking duration: 2 hours

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 60
  • Dining
    up to 40

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Projector
  • Flatscreen TV
  • PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
  • Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
  • Free parking is available on-site (2 spaces)
  • Paid parking facilities available nearby
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Flipchart
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Air conditioner
  • 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
  • Unavailable: Ground level
  • Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
  • Unavailable: Lift to all floors
  • Cargo lift
  • Unavailable: Wheelchair accessible

Rules of the space

Allowed events

  • No promoted and ticketed events allowed
  • Wedding licence available Venue is licensed to host wedding ceremonies and receptions
  • No Temporary Event Notices (TENs) available

Reviews and ratings

(8 reviews and ratings - )

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SR
Sophia R.
Verified review
Excellent communication

Great Commnunication

5.0
BM
Becky M.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

About Institute of Contemporary Arts

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