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Christmas Party offer

The Cafe at Riverside East

Cafe in a Restaurant
·
Private space
5 Thornton Street, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London, E20 2AD –
Stratford Station (0.5 mi)
Up to 150
seats
Up to 200
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

Indulge in the elegance of The Café, our elegant indoor sanctuary available for private hire. Beyond the gorgeous facade lies a space brimming with warmth and charm, ideal for hosting intimate affairs and larger seated celebrations. Relax and celebrate in the ambiance of timeless elegance as the team help you create an unforgettable event.

Choose from a range of customisable setups, including intimate lounge areas, standing celebrations or spacious banquet-style seating. Our dedicated team is here to assist you every step of the way, ensuring that your event is seamless and unforgettable.
Enjoy gorgeous natural light through our character floor to ceiling windows.

Event offers and packages

Christmas Party Offers

£2500 hire fee
+ £750 min. spend
Festive Feasting - Drink and Food Included
£60 per person
CHRISTMAS PARTY

Package 1 £60pp

Welcome prosecco/mocktail on arrival
Christmas sharing buffet
x2 house drinks

Pigs in Blankets hot honey
Smoked Salmon Blinis lilliput capers
Ham Hock piccalilli
Melon and Brie V red grapes
Gouda Cheese Sticks VG Chilli jam
Mushroom Trufle Arancini VG
vegan trufle mayo
Mac n’ Cheese Bites V chipotle mayo
Ox Cheek Croquetes horseradish cream
Roast Beef and Yorkshire pudding horseradish
Spiced Lamb Kofa Skewers
pickled red onion and harissa mayo
Mince pies V brandy sauce

Belgian Chocolate Brownies
JOLLY BITES MENU
£45 per person
THIS CHRISTMAS, OUR CANAPÉ AND BOWL FOOD MENU MEANS YOU CAN SNACK, SIP, AND SOCIALISE ALL NIGHT LONG.

FESTIVE CANAPÉ AND BOWL FOOD PACKAGE
(3 canapés and 3 bowl dishes)
BOWLS OF JOY MENU
£39 per person
THIS CHRISTMAS, FORGET THE FORMALITY — WE’RE SERVING UP FESTIVE CHEER ONE BOLD BOWL AT A TIME WHILE YOU SOCIALISE AND ENJOY THE PARTY VIBES.

FESTIVE BOWL FOOD PACKAGE
(4 Bowls: 3 savoury and 1 sweet)

Prices

Monday
8:00 – 17:30
from £600 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 17:30
from £600 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 12:30
from £3000 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:30 – 17:30
from £3000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
8:00 – 17:30
from £600 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 17:30
from £600 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 12:30
from £3000 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:30 – 17:30
from £3000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
8:00 – 17:30
from £600 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 17:30
from £600 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 12:30
from £3000 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:30 – 17:30
from £3000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
8:00 – 17:30
from £600 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 17:30
from £600 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 12:30
from £3000 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:30 – 17:30
from £3000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
8:00 – 17:30
from £600 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 17:30
from £600 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 12:30
from £3000 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:30 – 17:30
from £3000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
8:00 – 17:30
from £600 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 17:30
from £600 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 12:30
from £3000 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:30 – 17:30
from £3000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
8:00 – 17:30
from £600 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 17:30
from £600 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 12:30
from £3000 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:30 – 17:30
from £3000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
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Pricing updated by venue 5 months ago
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Capacity

Standing
up to 200
Dining
up to 150
Theatre
up to 150
Boardroom
up to 40
U-Shaped
up to 30

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Halal menu
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
British cuisine
No external catering allowed
Approved caterers only
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Conference call facilities Equipment for video or phone conferencing during your event
Air conditioner
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Storage space Place where clients can store items during their event
Quiet space
Paid parking facilities available nearby
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
Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

No promoted and ticketed events allowed
Temporary event notices available
No wedding licence

Host rules

No smoking in the building
Dog Friendly
Dogs allowed

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day

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Reviews and ratings

(13 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
PC
Patricia C.
Verified review
Hotel · 100 guests · March 2026
The staff was very accommodating and kind during our event.
4.6
PC
Patricia C.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

About Riverside East

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