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Wedding offer

Wine Cellar at 68&SHANGHAI

Bar in a Cocktail Bar
·
Private space
76 Commercial St, London, E1 6LY –
Aldgate East Station (0.2 mi)
Up to 50
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

Hidden beneath 68 & Shanghai, the Wine Cellar is an intimate, atmospheric space designed for unforgettable private events. With vaulted ceilings, warm ambient lighting, and secluded booth seating, it offers a stylish sense of exclusivity right in the heart of Spitalfields.

Perfect for corporate entertaining, networking events, team socials, and private celebrations, the space strikes the ideal balance between sophistication and relaxed charm. Guests can enjoy curated wines and sharing plates in a setting that feels both discreet and effortlessly memorable.

Usually booked for

Party

Typically for 30-45 guests and costs about £500.

"The venue was spot on for my funeral themed party asthetic."

- Natasha J. Oct 2026

30th Birthday Party

Typically for about 30 guests and costs about £400.

"Everything came together to make my 30th birthday perfect. I would highly recommend everyone to book here."

- Marjorie S. Jan 2026

Offers and packages

Menu

 Drinks menu

Event offer

Wedding Offers

Host your wedding reception in the Wine Cellar with welcome bubbles, 10 canapés and 2 drinks tokens per guest.

Wedding Canapés & Drinks Package – Wine Cellar
£75 per person

• Welcome bubbles or beer on arrival
• Ten canapés per person (choose from party food menu)
• Two drinks tokens per guest
• Tokens redeemable for 125ml bubbles, 175ml house red/white/rosé, any beer or cider, non-alcoholic beer, single house spirit and mixer, or soft drinks

Prices

Monday
10:00 – 23:00
from £2000 min. spend
Per session
10:00 – 23:00
from £2000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
12:00 – 0:00
from £2000 min. spend
Per day
12:00 – 0:00
from £2000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
12:00 – 0:00
from £2000 min. spend
Per day
12:00 – 0:00
from £2000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
12:00 – 0:00
from £2000 min. spend
Per day
12:00 – 0:00
from £2000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
12:00 – 0:00
from £2000 min. spend
Per day
12:00 – 0:00
from £2000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
12:00 – 0:00
from £2000 min. spend
Per day
12:00 – 0:00
from £2000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
10:00 – 23:00
from £2000 min. spend
Per session
10:00 – 23:00
from £2000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 5 verified users

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 50

Catering and drinks

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

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Flatscreen TV
  • 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
  • Quiet space
  • Paid parking facilities available nearby
  • Unavailable: Projector
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Natural light
  • 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

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

Rules of the space

Allowed events

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

Host rules

No Smoking Indoors
Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the building. Designated smoking areas are available outside.

Outside Catering
External catering services are not allowed.

Alcohol Restrictions
Alcohol may only be served to guests who are 18 years and older. ID checks are required, and it is the responsibility of the host to ensure this rule is enforced.

Noise Levels
Please respect the neighborhood and adhere to a moderate noise level after 11 PM. Failure to comply may result in early termination of the event.

Decorations
Temporary decorations are allowed, but nothing can be attached to walls, floors, or ceilings that could cause damage. No confetti or glitter is permitted.

Capacity Limits
The venue has a maximum capacity of 160 guests. It is the host’s responsibility to ensure the guest count does not exceed this limit.

Event Timing
The venue is available for hire from 12pm to 1am unless agreed otherwise. Setup and teardown must occur within the hired period.

Supervision of Children
If children are present, they must be supervised at all times.

Pets
Pets are allowed

Parking
On-site parking is not available.

Security
Depending on the nature of the event, additional security may be required. The host is responsible for ensuring security needs are met.

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day

Show cancellation details

Reviews and ratings

(80 reviews and ratings - )

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

NJ
Natasha J.
Verified review
Party · 30 guests · October 2026

The venue was spot on for my funeral themed party asthetic. This was my first time organising a ln external party and the organisers were friendly, extremely accommodating and quick with their responses.

Honestly - can’t fault it!

5.0
MS
Marjorie S.
Verified review
30th Birthday Party · 30 guests · January 2026

Absolutely loved Venue 68 and Shanghai. The location was perfect, the drinks were great, and all of my friends kept complimenting how amazing the staff were. Everything came together to make my 30th birthday perfect. I would highly recommend everyone to book here. You won’t be disappointed.

Nothing

5.0
I
Izzie
Verified review
Party · 40 guests · November 2025

The basement venue is perfect for a proper party with speakers. The staff were amazing on the night with drinks orders. It was relaxed and a great atmosphere. Everyone had the best time!

I disliked the fact I was not told in advance how much paperwork would be needed to bring my own DJ decks and speakers as this caused significant stress and extra cost. I paid for PLI insurance, got the equipment pat tested according to the venue’s rules and then when I got there the manager didn’t even know how to plug the stuff in and we ended up having to plug two extension leads together because there was not a long enough one which a) isn’t very safe and b) is quite ridiculous given the lengths I was made to go to do things legally/properly.

4.6
AB
Amelia B.
Verified review
Party · 40 guests · October 2026

Was perfect for a private party, and the service was great. Brilliant that you can play your own music and the space fits a lot of people without feeling overwhelming

Bit worried on arrival as nobody was behind the bar, but they did sort as quickly as they could

4.8

FAQ

Yes, drinks can be ordered throughout the event. Pre-ordering favourites is recommended, as the private bar may not stock the full drinks selection; guests can also order directly from the main bar.

You are welcome to arrange your own DJ or other entertainment, but the DJ must provide all necessary equipment, including decks, cables, a DJ booth, speakers and a microphone, as the in-house speakers cannot be used. Please inform us in advance, as external suppliers must provide Public Liability Insurance, PAT Testing Certificates, a Risk Assessment, Proof of Identity or Company Details, and a full rundown of their setup.

Yes, guests are welcome to bring their own karaoke machine.

Yes, although the space has artwork from local artists, guests are welcome to decorate it to suit their needs.

Yes, the Wine Cellar offers both seating and standing arrangements.

68&SHANGHAI is a #Supervenue

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Customers rated communication with this venue and their event experience as Superb
Response time: within a couple of hours
Response rate: 100%

About 68&SHANGHAI

68&SHANGHAI is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

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