A hotel lounge with dark wood flooring, soft seating, paneled walls, and warm lighting at Calico Bar & Eatery.
A hotel lounge with paneled walls, a wall-mounted TV, orange sofa, and armchair by a window at Calico Bar & Eatery.
A hotel lounge with paneled walls, a wall-mounted TV, velvet sofas, and marble coffee tables at Calico Bar & Eatery.
A hotel lounge with paneled walls, a mounted TV, velvet sofas, and marble coffee tables at Calico Bar & Eatery.
A hotel dining table set with gourmet burgers, fries, and coleslaw in front of a Calico Bar & Eatery sign.
Four pizzas topped with arugula, basil, and vegetables on a wooden table at Calico Bar & Eatery.
A bowl of creamy tomato soup garnished with microgreens at Calico Bar & Eatery
A display of colorful cocktails garnished with fruit on a marble table at Calico Bar & Eatery

Basement Lounge at Calico Bar & Eatery

Lounge in a Restaurant
·
Private space
33 London Street, Ground Floor, Reading, RG1 4PS –
Reading Town Centre
Up to 25
seats
Up to 40
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

Basement Lounge is a Lounge in Calico Bar & Eatery that occupies a secluded, below‑street‑level room distinguished by its private, lounge-style layout.

Design: The room presents painted wall panelling, a low ceiling and dark timber flooring arranged along a long rectangular plan. The space pairs mixed seating—a velvet sofa, an armchair and bar stools—with discreet coloured LED accent lighting.

Features: The space includes a wall-mounted TV and an integrated PA/speaker system, and the venue allows guest music. The room also provides Wi‑Fi and flexible seating grouped around coffee tables and a bar-height counter.

Ideal for: Groups seeking a relaxed, social setting for seated drinks or informal mingling.

What guests say: The lounge is warm and welcoming in character. The lounge is supported by attentive on-site staff and a relaxed, friendly vibe.

Prices

Monday
Closed
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
17:00 – 22:00
from £100 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
17:00 – 22:00
from £100 + £200 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
17:00 – 22:00
from £100 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
17:00 – 22:00
from £100 + £200 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
17:00 – 22:00
from £100 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
17:00 – 22:00
from £100 + £200 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
16:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 0:00
from £100 + £400 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
12:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 0:00
from £100 + £500 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
12:00 – 21:00
from £100 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 21:00
from £100 + £400 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
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Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 40
Dining
up to 25

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
Complimentary water Complimentary refreshments (such as water, tea, or coffee) for guests at no extra cost
Complimentary tea and coffee
Indian cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Flatscreen TV
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Accommodation is available on-site On-site accommodation
Free on-street parking
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Air conditioner
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Quiet space

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
Bring your own DJ not allowed
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

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

Host rules

No smoking in the building.

Reviews and ratings

(2 reviews and ratings - )

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S
Shyamal
Verified review
Wedding Reception · 150 guests
Decor, Service, Cocktails and fabulous food
Awareness, as we were unaware of this fantastic space in Reading Town center with parking vouchers available on site. Fantastic deal
5.0

About Calico Bar & Eatery

Calico Bar & Eatery is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

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