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Full Venue at The Racketeer

Cocktail Bar
·
Whole venue
105 King's Cross Road, London, WC1X 9LR –
King's Cross St. Pancras Station (0.4 mi)
Up to 100
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering allowed

About this space

The Racketeer is an independent cocktail bar and pub presented as a restored Victorian drinking room that retains low-lit, intimate interiors and period detailing.

Design: Exposed brick, marble-topped tables and dark bentwood chairs create a compact, layered interior punctuated by mirrors and scattered candlelight. Pockets of natural light and modest ceiling heights keep the space close and informal.

Features: The bar provides a wide spirits selection, an inventive cocktail list, draught beers and a curated wine list. The menu centres on bar snacks and charcuterie and table service is provided. The space includes a PA system and speakers, permission to play your own music or bring a DJ, Wi‑Fi and a step‑free guest entrance.

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

What sets it apart: A secluded garden-style patio provides a private outdoor room directly attached to the venue.

What guests say: The space is cosy and characterful and the staff deliver welcoming, attentive service that feels familiar without being intrusive.

Offers and packages

Menus

 Drinks menu
Christmas menu

Prices

Monday
16:00 – 0:00
from £1200 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 0:00
from £1200 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
16:00 – 0:00
from £1200 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 0:00
from £1200 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
16:00 – 0:30
from £1500 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 0:30
from £1500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
16:00 – 0:30
from £2000 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 0:30
from £2000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
16:00 – 1:00
from £3000 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 1:00
from £3000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
16:00 – 1:00
from £3500 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 1:00
from £3500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
16:00 – 0:00
from £1200 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 0:00
from £1200 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 100

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Complimentary water Complimentary refreshments (such as water, tea, or coffee) for guests at no extra cost
British cuisine
External catering allowed Bring your own food or hire a caterer of your choice
Unavailable: Buyout fee for external catering
Unavailable: Kitchen facilities available for guests
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
  • Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
  • Quiet space
  • Mirrors Full-length mirrors available
  • Paid parking facilities available nearby
  • Unavailable: Projector
  • Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Flipchart
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Air conditioner
  • Unavailable: Storage 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

  • Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
  • Unavailable: Accessible toilets
  • Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
  • Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
  • Unavailable: Lift to all floors
  • Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

  • No promoted and ticketed events allowed
  • Temporary Event Notices (TENs) available
  • No wedding licence

Age policy

Guests under 18 are not allowed after 20:00

Host rules

No drinks allowed outside post 11pm
Patio closes at 11pm
PA or DJ equipment volume is controlled by the manager
Dog Friendly
Dogs allowed

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day

Show cancellation details

Reviews and ratings

(36 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.

AG
Alberto G.
Verified review
Corporate Party · 50 guests · October 2024
5.0
FM
Frances M.
Verified review
Party · 50 guests · June 2024
5.0
NB
Nicola B.
Verified review
Company Fun Day · 60 guests · July 2023
4.8
ZH
Zoe H.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

FAQ

For larger events, a drinks reception combined with a bar tab is required. The drinks menu can also be designed and edited to suit preferences.

Yes, DJs are normally allowed in the basement only.

About The Racketeer

The Racketeer is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

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Tyvian Vigrass
Member of Tagvenue since April 2023
36 Reviews
4.8 Rating
1h Response time
100% Response rate

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