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Basement 144

Cocktail Bar

#7 of 196 Restaurant venues in Islington Borough
#7 of 240 30th Birthday Party venues in Islington Borough
  17 reviews  – 
144 Holloway Road, Islington, London, N78DD –
Holloway Road Station (0.2 mi)
From £550
hire fee
Up to 45
seats
Up to 140
standing
Venue offers catering
Indian
cuisine
Parking available
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Excellent communication - 4.1/5
19 verified clients rated their communication with the venue manager as 4.1. They appreciated the manager's professionalism and quick response times.
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Venue overview

Cocktail bar on Holloway Road in Islington, known for its late-opening hours, expertly crafted cocktails, and vibrant yet relaxed vibe. With a dance floor, PA system, and BYO DJ options, it's ideal for birthdays, graduation parties, and lively private celebrations.

This is an AI-generated summary based on client reviews and venue profile

Spaces for hire at Basement 144

Full venue at Basement 144

Full venue
Cocktail Bar
·
Whole venue
45 seats
125 standing
Welcome to Basement 144, where sophistication meets exclusivity. Our event space is designed to elevate your gathering, whether it's a corporate event, private celebration, or a family gathering. The plush, inviting environment, complete with a fully stocked bar and versatile space, accommodates up to 150 guests, ensuring your event is both comfort...
Wi-Fi available
Air conditioner
Projector
Flatscreen TV
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £550 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 6 months ago
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Basement Bar at Basement 144

Basement Bar
Bar
·
Whole venue
30 seats
140 standing
Intimate space in our basement bar. Versatile options for seated or standing reception. As well as options for welcome drinks and canapés.
Wi-Fi available
Air conditioner
Projector
Flatscreen TV
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £550 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 6 months ago
Enquire now

Reviews and ratings

4.4
1 new review from verified user within the last 6 months
5 recent guests highly rated location
Amenities
4.4
Cleanliness
4.6
Location
4.8
Service quality
4.2
Value for money
4.2
Communication
3.6

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

SA
Sharon A.
Verified review
Hall · 100 guests · May 2026 · Full venue

The whole night was so amazing! The staff were so warm and lovely, and they ensured my night went on without a hitch!

5.0
K
Kemi
Verified review
Event Space · 120 guests · September 2025 · Basement Bar

Venue was clean and modern. Bar was well stocked and cocktails were great. Bar staff and security were great - polite, professional. Making the booking was really easy, Ash is great at answering queries and supporting with the process.

Only minor thing i can think of is that the toilets are a bit small but its not an issue.

4.7
HM
Hannan M.
Verified review
Party · 30 guests · January 2025 · Basement Bar

The venue itself was good.

There was miscommunication from the venue holder to the manager on the day, 1 staff member for 40 people was not enough, the day was very disorganised, and there was a lot of things that needed to be mentioned before hand, such as not allowed to cut cake in the venue. Also the Bluetooth wasn’t working on the day, but I had a viewing before hand, so I was able to play music from my phone, but was not able to go on my phone the entire night.

3.0
J
J
Verified review
Graduation Party · 100 guests · November 2024 · Full venue

Hosted my daughter's graduation party. Professional hosts, Great communication , Flexible and accommodating. A classy venue, well priced, with a great location and great facilities. Would highly recommend and would not hesitate to use again for future events. Thank you, Basement 144!

5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
8:00 – 4:00
from £550 hire fee
Full venue
9:00 – 0:00
from £550 hire fee
Basement Bar
8:00 – 4:00
from £550 hire fee
Tuesday
8:00 – 4:00
from £550 hire fee
Full venue
9:00 – 0:00
from £550 hire fee
Basement Bar
8:00 – 4:00
from £550 hire fee
Wednesday
8:00 – 4:00
from £550 hire fee
Full venue
9:00 – 0:00
from £550 hire fee
Basement Bar
8:00 – 4:00
from £550 hire fee
Thursday
8:00 – 4:00
from £550 hire fee
Full venue
9:00 – 0:00
from £550 hire fee
Basement Bar
8:00 – 4:00
from £550 hire fee
Friday
8:00 – 4:30
from £550–£750 hire fee
Full venue
9:00 – 4:30
from £550–£750 hire fee
Basement Bar
8:00 – 4:00
from £550 hire fee
Saturday
8:00 – 4:30
from £550–£750 hire fee
Full venue
9:00 – 4:30
from £550–£750 hire fee
Basement Bar
8:00 – 4:00
from £550 hire fee
Sunday
8:00 – 4:30
from £550–£750 hire fee
Full venue
9:00 – 4:30
from £550–£750 hire fee
Basement Bar
8:00 – 4:00
from £550 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 6 months ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 1 verified user

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 140
standing
Up to 45
seats
In-house catering
Indian
cuisine
External catering allowed
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
BYO alcohol
Unavailable: Accommodation available

About Basement 144

Basement 144 is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Basement 144 is a Cocktail bar and kitchen, located on vibrant Holloway Road. Its the perfect venue to host your event whether it's a birthday, engagement party , corporate event or promoted night. Basement 144 can be hired at the weekends upto 5am and upto 12am during the rest of the week.

We're the perfect cocktail bar for sharing tasty food, and drinks while making new memories with friends, colleagues or family.

The space accommodates up to 140 people and is an ideal location.
.

Usually booked for
Party

Typically for 70-100 guests and costs between £650 - £750.

"The venue itself was good."

- Hannan M. Jan 2025

FAQ

Yes, catering may be supplied by non-preferred providers.

Yes, a sound system is available with XLR, AUX or Bluetooth connectivity.

No, guests do not need to go upstairs for drinks; the booking includes access to the main space and bar.

At Basement 144, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • The venue works with an approved list of external caterers
  • Refreshments for guests are offered
  • Bringing your own alcohol is allowed

  • Free on-street parking is available
  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Basement 144:

  • Full venue hosting 60 guests: £550
  • Basement Bar hosting 120 guests: £950

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

Basement 144 is located at 144 Holloway Road, in Highbury, London. The nearest metro station is Holloway Road Station.

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