Spitalfields Bar at Hawksmoor Spitalfields

Cocktail Bar in a Restaurant
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Private space
157b Commercial Street, London, E1 6BJ
Liverpool Street Station (0.4 mi)

About this space

Twice crowned the world’s best restaurant cocktail bar, Spitalfields Bar is a space full of character and stories. As Hawksmoor’s original late-night venue, it captures the attitude, warmth, and charm that make Hawksmoor truly unique.

Tucked beneath our Spitalfields restaurant, the bar champions all things Hawksmoor – exceptional cocktails, delicious food, welcoming hospitality, and a beautifully distinctive interior – creating an atmospheric space perfect for unforgettable private gatherings. The legendary basement bar features vintage brass and mirrored wall panelling, a striking copper-topped bar, and deep leather booths nestled within the underground arches.

Spitalfields Bar is available for exclusive hire – ideal for private functions, corporate events, Christmas parties, or for marking those special milestones in style.
There's room for 20–30 guests seated or 30–70 standing, with availability Monday to Saturday, day and evening. Our legendary basement bar features its own dedicated entrance and a private bar, with capacity for DJs and live music.

Our menus are designed with groups in mind, featuring Hawksmoor’s signature dry-aged steaks, sustainable British seafood, and carefully sourced seasonal ingredients. Choose from canapés, bowl food, or large sharing cuts – all complemented by our award-winning cocktails. Our wine team is also on hand to help you select the perfect pairings for your event.

We’re happy to cater for vegetarian guests and any other dietary requirements – just let us know what you need, and we’ll take care of the rest.


Prices

Monday
12:00 – 23:30
from £1000–£2000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 17:00
from £1000 min. spend
Per session
17:00 – 23:30
from £2000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
We don't ask for a hire fee, we simply ask for a minimum spend based on what the room would make if open as normal.

Starting prices are listed; these do vary based on the day of the week and the time of year. Please enquire about a specific date for a quote.
Group Menus for 3 - course meals (up to 30 guests) starting at £70pp

Canape and Bowl food menus are available for standing events on request
Tuesday
12:00 – 23:30
from £1000–£2000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 17:00
from £1000 min. spend
Per session
17:00 – 23:30
from £2000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
We don't ask for a hire fee, we simply ask for a minimum spend based on what the room would make if open as normal.

Starting prices are listed; these do vary based on the day of the week and the time of year. Please enquire about a specific date for a quote.
Group Menus for 3 - course meals (up to 30 guests) starting at £70pp

Canape and Bowl food menus are available for standing events on request
Wednesday
12:00 – 23:30
from £1000–£2500 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 17:00
from £1000 min. spend
Per session
17:00 – 23:30
from £2500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
We don't ask for a hire fee, we simply ask for a minimum spend based on what the room would make if open as normal.

Starting prices are listed; these do vary based on the day of the week and the time of year. Please enquire about a specific date for a quote.
Group Menus for 3 - course meals (up to 30 guests) starting at £70pp

Canape and Bowl food menus are available for standing events on request
Thursday
12:00 – 23:30
from £1500–£3000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 17:00
from £1500 min. spend
Per session
17:00 – 23:30
from £3000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
We don't ask for a hire fee, we simply ask for a minimum spend based on what the room would make if open as normal.

Starting prices are listed; these do vary based on the day of the week and the time of year. Please enquire about a specific date for a quote.
Group Menus for 3 - course meals (up to 30 guests) starting at £70pp

Canape and Bowl food menus are available for standing events on request
Friday
12:00 – 23:30
from £2000–£3000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 17:00
from £2000 min. spend
Per session
17:00 – 23:30
from £3000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
We don't ask for a hire fee, we simply ask for a minimum spend based on what the room would make if open as normal.

Starting prices are listed; these do vary based on the day of the week and the time of year. Please enquire about a specific date for a quote.
Group Menus for 3 - course meals (up to 30 guests) starting at £70pp

Canape and Bowl food menus are available for standing events on request
Saturday
12:00 – 23:30
from £2000–£3000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 17:00
from £2000 min. spend
Per session
17:00 – 23:30
from £3000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
We don't ask for a hire fee, we simply ask for a minimum spend based on what the room would make if open as normal.

Starting prices are listed; these do vary based on the day of the week and the time of year. Please enquire about a specific date for a quote.
Group Menus for 3 - course meals (up to 30 guests) starting at £70pp

Canape and Bowl food menus are available for standing events on request
Sunday
Closed
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
We don't ask for a hire fee, we simply ask for a minimum spend based on what the room would make if open as normal.

Starting prices are listed; these do vary based on the day of the week and the time of year. Please enquire about a specific date for a quote.
Group Menus for 3 - course meals (up to 30 guests) starting at £70pp

Canape and Bowl food menus are available for standing events on request
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
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Capacity

Standing
up to 75
Dining
up to 30

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 23:30 (extension available)
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Flatscreen TV
PA system / speakers
Air conditioner
Quiet space
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Private Bar
Private Entrance
Projector
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Natural light
Storage space
Alcohol licence

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music
Bring your own DJ
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Accessible toilets
Ground level
Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift
Wheelchair accessible

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Temporary event notices available
No wedding licence

Host rules

Respect the days

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day

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Reviews and ratings

(7 reviews and ratings - )

NS
Natasha S.
March 2025
Party · 60 guests
Hawksmoore were so helpful when arranging this event, the room was perfect for a private event and everyone had a great time! The food was also amazing!
4.9
BB
Buddy B.
April 2025
Excellent communication
5.0
EB
Emma B.
April 2025
Excellent communication
5.0
KM
Kate M.
December 2024
Private Dining · 30 guests
5.0

Hawksmoor was inspired by childhood memories of how good steak could taste. Founders Will Beckett and Huw Gott (friends since they were 11) opened the first Hawksmoor restaurant on Commercial Street in 2006; more restaurants in London, Manchester, Edinburgh and
New York followed.

Our menus revolve around using the best ingredients we can find and cooking them as simply as possible – whether it be beef from grass-fed native breed cattle, sustainable seafood from around the local coast, seasonal fruits and vegetables or great British cheeses, combined with great wines and interesting cocktails all served by people who love what they do.

A mere 2 minutes’ walk from Shoreditch High Street and 10 minutes’ walk from Liverpool Street, Old Street and Aldgate stations, Hawksmoor Spitalfields has 2 private spaces.

The Vesta Tilley Room is ideal for private hire for groups of up to 55. The space is perfect for team lunches, private dinners and other celebrations.

Spitalfields Bar - twice crowned the world’s best restaurant cocktail bar, Spitalfields Bar is a space with stories to tell. Hawksmoor’s original late-night venue embodies the attitude and character that makes Hawksmoor so unique. Situated below our Hawksmoor Spitalfields restaurant, Spitalfields Bar takes the very best of Hawksmoor – the cocktails, the food, the hospitality, and the décor – to create an memorable events and gatherings up to 70 guests.


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