Picante 60 guests at LOCKES Bar Covent Garden

Event Space in a Cocktail Bar
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Semi-private area
Great Queen Street, 32, London, WC2B 5AA –
Covent Garden Station (0.2 mi)

About this space

The Cocktail Bar Tables, a semi-private area in LOCKES Bar Covent Garden, is a raised banquette-backed pocket separated by a brass rail that creates discreet, intimate cocktail seating beside the main bar.

Design: The interior pairs deep teal panelling and framed artwork with brass accents and dark wood finishes. The lighting is low and the proportions are compact, creating a lounge-style, close-knit visual.

Features: The area includes Wi‑Fi, air conditioning, natural daylight, step-free guest access and accessible toilets.

Ideal for: Social groups seeking an intimate, relaxed setting for conversational, drink-led gatherings.

What guests say: The space is modern, intimate and thoughtfully curated to encourage conversation.


Usually booked for

Party

Typically for 30-50 guests and costs about £2,800.


"Good vibe, friendly staff, nice decor. Party for 70 Pizza's were amazing drinks really nice..."

- Rebecca P. Dec 2025

Drinks Reception

Typically for 25-45 guests and costs about £300.


"Excellent communications in the run up to the event. Staff were so friendly and helpful on the day. Thank you..."

- Rebecca C. Mar 2025

Christmas Party

Typically for 35-80 guests and costs about £4,000.


"We hosted our Christmas party at Lockes Wine Bar in Covent Garden, and it was fantastic from start to finish."

- Lisa H. Jan 2026


Offers and packages

Menus


Event offer

Wedding Offers

Celebrate your wedding in our private bar with Aperitivo Napoli: 35 pizzas, 60 beers and 10 Proseccos for 60 guests.

Wedding Package – Picante 60 guests (60 Guests)
£1630 total

• Aperitivo Napoli party package for 60 guests
• 35 pizzas
• 10 meat & cheese boards
• 60 beers
• 10 bottles of Prosecco
• Service charge included


Prices

Monday
12:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
12:00 – 23:00
from £1200 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 23:00
from £1200 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
12:00 – 23:00
from £1500 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 23:00
from £1500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
12:00 – 23:30
from £1500 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 23:30
from £1500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
12:00 – 0:00
from £1500 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 0:00
from £1500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
12:00 – 0:00
from £1500 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 0:00
from £1500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
12:00 – 22:30
from £1000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 22:30
from £1000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
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Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 60
  • Dining
    up to 60

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Venue can organise food and drink
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
Complimentary water
Complimentary refreshments (such as water, tea, or coffee) for guests at no extra cost
Complimentary tea and coffee
Italian cuisine
No external catering allowed
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
  • Air conditioner
  • Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
  • Dance floor Dedicated dance floor area
  • Soundproof Soundproofed room for noise control
  • Mirrors Full-length mirrors available
  • Paid parking facilities available nearby
  • Unavailable: Projector
  • Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Flipchart
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Photo equipment
  • Unavailable: Video equipment
  • Unavailable: Lighting equipment
  • Unavailable: Greenscreen
  • Unavailable: Backdrops
  • Unavailable: Storage space
  • Unavailable: Quiet space
  • Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

  • Own music not allowed
  • Bring your own DJ not allowed
  • No noise restrictions

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
  • Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
  • 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

  • Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
  • Temporary Event Notices (TENs) available
  • No wedding licence

Age policy

Guests under 18 are not allowed after 19:00

Host rules

Cancellation policy varies according to the space booked and the time of year. Please contact to discuss.

For the Cocktail Bar Tables for 50 guests, the Downstairs Cocktail Bar for 60 guests, the Entire Ground Floor for 100 guests, the Entire Venue for 160 guests the cancellation policy is as follows.

Cancellations 30 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 30 days to 7 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 7 days are non-refundable.

For the Window Tables for 20 guests and the Green Sofa for 30 guests the following cancellation policy apples -

Cancellations 7 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 7 days to 24 hours in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 24 hours are non-refundable.


Please note that children are welcome, but we are an 18+ venue after 9pm.
Dog Friendly
Dogs allowed

Cancellation policy: Flexible

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Reviews and ratings

(308 reviews and ratings - )

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

LH
Lisa H.
Verified review
Christmas Party · 80 guests · December 2025

We hosted our Christmas party at Lockes Wine Bar in Covent Garden, and it was fantastic from start to finish. The venue has a warm, stylish atmosphere that was perfect for a festive celebration, and the location couldn’t be better. The staff were incredibly welcoming, attentive, and professional, making sure everything ran smoothly throughout the evening. The drinks selection was excellent, and the pizzas were a real highlight — fresh, delicious, and enjoyed by everyone. Our guests had a brilliant time and commented that the evening felt both relaxed and special. We couldn’t have asked for a better venue and would highly recommend Lockes Wine Bar for Christmas parties or group events.

One small downside was that hot drinks weren’t available, which would have been a nice option, especially for a winter event.

4.9
RP
Rebecca P.
Verified review
Party · 70 guests · December 2025

Good vibe, friendly staff, nice decor. Party for 70 Pizza's were amazing drinks really nice

5.0
AB
Alexandra B.
Verified review
Birthday Party · 65 guests · November 2025

Amazing service. Nothing was too big of an ask. Made us feel very welcome and we had the best time.

5.0
ML
Megan L.
Verified review
Pub · 50 guests · July 2025

Reasonably priced, easy to organise with the team and just provided a pleasant space

Nothing

5.0

FAQ

Yes, music is an essential part of the venue's brand, supported by an outstanding sound system. The team controls the music, so guests cannot play their own music or bring their own DJ.

Yes, the space has a mixture of standing and seating available.


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Response rate: 100%

About LOCKES Bar Covent Garden

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Steve Locke
Member of Tagvenue since January 2020
308 Reviews
4.9 Rating
1h Response time
100% Response rate

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