Usually booked for
30th Birthday Party
Typically for 30-50 guests and costs between £400 - £500.
"I had my 30th Birthday Party at SAMA and everyone had such a great time!"
- Ericka May 2026
SAMA Bankside
Bar
#22 of 4534 Party venues in London
#1 of 150 Minimum Spend venues in Southwark
338 reviews
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SAMA Bankside, 3 Robinson Road, London, SE1 8BU
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Southwark Station (0.2 mi)
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Excellent communication - 4.8/5
188 verified clients rated their communication with the venue manager as 4.8. They appreciated the manager's professionalism and quick response times.
Venue overview
SAMA Bankside is a two-floor bar near Blackfriars Bridge, known for its modern British fare, extensive cocktail menu, and fun touches like beer pong. Ideal for lively birthday parties, engagement celebrations, and after-work gatherings with music, drinks, and great food.
This is an AI-generated summary based on client reviews and venue profile
Spaces for hire at SAMA Bankside
Upper Arch
Event Space
·
Semi-private area
30 seats
50 standing
A light airy space with natural daylight, our Upper Arch is perfect for Birthdays, Engagement parties, standing receptions or after-work drinks.
Our Upper Arch is a semi-private area on our upper floor that opens out to our main bar area shown in the background.
It has a raised area at the opposite end leading to outside with our comfy curved pin...
Alcohol licence
until 1:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
Garden Arch
Event Space
·
Semi-private area
20 seats
50 standing
The Garden Arch at SAMA Bankside, a popular spot for birthday parties, brings a summer feel to the indoor pub. With the private terrace, it is ideal for a sit-down dinner or standing reception.
Our inside Garden Arch on the upper floor is a light airy space with a summer garden feel and is decorated with flowers and fake grass.
It's a great spa...
Alcohol licence
until 1:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
Lower Floor
Event Space
·
Private space
90 seats
150 standing
Exceed your guest's expectations at SAMA Bankside with its new flower wall and purple booth. Capture the special moments with your friends in this intimate yet spacious setting with attentive staff.
The Lower Floor is the perfect space for birthday parties, engagement parties, afterwork drinks, Christmas parties, conferences and workshops.
It al...
Alcohol licence
until 1:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
Whole Venue Exclusive Hire
Event Space
·
Whole venue
170 seats
300 standing
SAMA Bankside is a unique spacious venue set over two floors hidden away in a vast Victorian railway arch just behind Blackfriars Bridge and close to the Tate Modern.
It is a vibrant, spacious multi-functional venue featuring a bar on each floor, a restaurant and events space that is industrial in style with original exposed brickwork, a polished ...
Alcohol licence
until 1:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
Lower Arch
Event Space
·
Semi-private area
60 seats
80 standing
Our Lower Arch space is very popular for engagement parties, birthdays or corporate drink receptions, and you won't need to go far for refreshments as the bar is just 4m away.
The space also has a beautiful flower wall and purple booth which has recently been installed, providing a great photo backdrop.
Our Private Room which joins onto our Lower...
Alcohol licence
until 1:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
Private Dining/Meeting Room
Dining Room
·
Private space
24 seats
30 standing
Our private room is perfect for a Private Dining, Meetings, Workshops, private Drinks Receptions, Birthdays, Engagement parties or any other intimate events.
The room seats a maximum of 20 people or around 30 people for a standing reception.
Our menu is British Modern with a Caribbean twist and our food is freshly prepared and cooked to order by...
Alcohol licence
until 1:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
Booths
Lounge
·
Shared space
10 seats
20 standing
Booths is a Lounge in SAMA Bankside that features a deep, tufted semi-enclosed banquette creating a private dining pocket within the shared venue.
Design: The interior pairs exposed brickwork and industrial metal detailing with warm, low-level lighting and dark timber flooring. The layout is compact and focused, forming a contained dining corner w...
Alcohol licence
until 1:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
Event offers
Christmas Party Offers
Christmas Dinner Menu – Private Dining / Meeting Room
£60 per person
This package includes:
• 3-course menu
Reviews and ratings
4.8
4 new reviews from verified users within the last 6 months
150 recent guests highly rated cleanliness and location
Amenities
4.8
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
4.9
Service quality
4.8
Value for money
4.7
Catering
4.5
Communication
4.8
Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
KG
Kelsey G.
Verified review
30th Birthday Party · 45 guests
· January 2026
· Garden Arch
So well organised, beautiful setting. Basically everything organised as soon as you arrive. Food got lots of compliments. Basically had our section to ourselves. Great set up and activities like beer pong, then DJ and music. Perfect place for an event and will recommend to everyone who has and event. Had my 30th birthday here. Was an amazing night, and so many compliments from everyone
Nothing at all, such great value for money too only requiring a deposit and no minimum spend
Submitted 8 months ago
5.0
HW
Hannah W.
Verified review
Party · 40 guests
· September 2026
· Upper Arch
Welcoming and friendly staff. Lovely selection of beers / wines and cocktails. Lovely clean and layout to the venue. Perfect for 30th birthday celebrations. Cannot recommend enough
Nothing
Submitted 2 weeks ago
5.0
N
Nadia
Verified review
30th Birthday Party · 50 guests
· August 2026
· Upper Arch
Everything was as expected. The area is as pictured. The staff were all very friendly
Submitted 1 month ago
4.6
SV
Serena V.
Verified review
Summer Party · 25 guests
· June 2026
· Upper Arch
The venue is amazing and the staff incredible! Everyone is so nice and welcoming and made the day one of the best ever! Food was great and drinks too
Submitted 3 months ago
4.9
Prices and opening hours
Monday
9:00 –
23:00
from
£500–£2000
min. spend
Private Dining/Meeting Room
9:00 –
23:00
from
£1000–£2000
min. spend
Upper Arch
9:00 –
23:00
from
£500–£1000
min. spend
Lower Floor
9:00 –
23:00
from
£1000
min. spend
Whole Venue Exclusive Hire
9:00 –
22:00
from
£500–£1000
min. spend
Lower Arch
9:00 –
23:00
from
£1000–£1500
min. spend
Garden Arch
9:00 –
23:00
from
£500–£2000
min. spend
Tuesday
9:00 –
23:00
from
£100–£2000
min. spend
Private Dining/Meeting Room
9:00 –
23:00
from
£1000–£2000
min. spend
Upper Arch
9:00 –
23:00
from
£500–£1000
min. spend
Lower Floor
9:00 –
23:00
from
£1000
min. spend
Whole Venue Exclusive Hire
9:00 –
22:00
from
£500–£1000
min. spend
Booths
17:00 –
23:00
from
£100
min. spend
Lower Arch
9:00 –
23:00
from
£1000–£1500
min. spend
Garden Arch
9:00 –
23:00
from
£500–£2000
min. spend
Wednesday
9:00 –
23:00
from
£100–£2000
min. spend
Private Dining/Meeting Room
9:00 –
23:00
from
£1000–£2000
min. spend
Upper Arch
9:00 –
23:00
from
£500–£1000
min. spend
Lower Floor
9:00 –
23:00
from
£1000
min. spend
Whole Venue Exclusive Hire
9:00 –
22:00
from
£500–£1000
min. spend
Booths
17:00 –
23:00
from
£100
min. spend
Lower Arch
9:00 –
23:00
from
£1000–£1500
min. spend
Garden Arch
9:00 –
23:00
from
£500–£2000
min. spend
Thursday
9:00 –
23:30
from
£100–£4000
min. spend
Private Dining/Meeting Room
9:00 –
23:30
from
£1000–£2000
min. spend
Upper Arch
9:00 –
23:00
from
£500–£1000
min. spend
Lower Floor
9:00 –
23:00
from
£1000–£2000
min. spend
Whole Venue Exclusive Hire
9:00 –
23:00
from
£1000–£4000
min. spend
Booths
17:00 –
23:00
from
£100
min. spend
Lower Arch
9:00 –
23:00
from
£1000–£1500
min. spend
Garden Arch
9:00 –
23:00
from
£500–£2000
min. spend
Friday
9:00 –
1:00
from
£150–£5000
min. spend
Private Dining/Meeting Room
9:00 –
0:00
from
£1000–£2000
min. spend
Upper Arch
9:00 –
0:30
from
£600–£1000
min. spend
Lower Floor
9:00 –
1:00
from
£1000–£1500
min. spend
Whole Venue Exclusive Hire
9:00 –
0:00
from
£1000–£5000
min. spend
Booths
17:00 –
0:30
from
£150
min. spend
Lower Arch
9:00 –
0:30
from
£750–£1500
min. spend
Garden Arch
9:00 –
0:30
from
£500–£2000
min. spend
Saturday
9:00 –
1:30
from
£150–£8000
min. spend
Private Dining/Meeting Room
11:00 –
1:30
from
£1000–£2000
min. spend
Upper Arch
12:00 –
1:00
from
£500–£750
min. spend
Lower Floor
11:00 –
0:00
from
£1500–£3000
min. spend
Whole Venue Exclusive Hire
9:00 –
1:00
from
£2000–£8000
min. spend
Booths
13:00 –
1:00
from
£150–£200
min. spend
Lower Arch
12:00 –
1:00
from
£1000–£1200
min. spend
Garden Arch
13:00 –
1:00
from
£500–£750
min. spend
Sunday
9:00 –
23:00
from
£1000–£2500
min. spend
Private Dining/Meeting Room
11:00 –
17:00
from
£1000
min. spend
Upper Arch
11:00 –
21:00
from
£2000
min. spend
Lower Floor
10:00 –
23:00
from
£2000–£2500
min. spend
Whole Venue Exclusive Hire
9:00 –
21:00
from
£2000
min. spend
Garden Arch
12:00 –
17:00
from
£2000
min. spend
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 300
standing
Up to 170
seats
In-house catering
British
cuisine
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Parking available
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol
About SAMA Bankside
SAMA Bankside is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.
SAMA Bankside is a bar and private events venue set inside distinctive brick railway arches, pairing a cocktail-led bar with a modern British kitchen.
Venue highlights: The venue occupies two connected levels and includes a self-contained lower area that provides a bar, cloakroom and toilets for private hires. The main bar offers an extensive cocktail list and late-night drinks service that can be included in private packages. The venue accommodates DJ setups, space for dancing and casual bar games for lively events.
Best for: Engagement and milestone celebrations; hen parties and bottomless-brunch events; corporate social gatherings and after-work parties.
Location: Bankside on the South Bank offers riverside walkways and a busy dining and nightlife scene, giving guests plenty of options to continue the evening after an event.
What guests say: The venue's event team provides hands-on planning support and responsive communication during pre-event organisation. The kitchen produces flavourful modern British dishes and accommodates dietary requirements across party menus.
FAQ
Yes, it is fine to put some money behind the bar. Please confirm how much you would like to put behind it.
The only available option is a large booth on the Upper Floor, and an image has been attached.
Yes, only birthday or engagement cakes are permitted, and clients must supply paper plates and plastic forks.
Cancellations 30 days in advance will receive a full refund.
Cancellations 30 days to 7 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.
Cancellations for events starting within 7 days are non-refundable.
At SAMA Bankside, the following catering options are available:
- In-house catering service is available
- Refreshments for guests are offered
SAMA Bankside does not offer parking facilities.
Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at SAMA Bankside:
- Upper Arch hosting 35 guests: £1418.96
- Lower Floor hosting 50 guests: £1684.96
- Whole Venue Exclusive Hire hosting 83 guests: £2837.12
- Lower Arch hosting 40 guests: £1200
- Garden Arch hosting 15 guests: £255.04
For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.
SAMA Bankside is located at SAMA Bankside, in South Bank, London. The nearest metro station is Southwark Station.
Yes! Here's what guests who have hosted their birthdays at this venue say:
- Ericka rated it 5/5 stars
'I had my 30th Birthday Party at SAMA and everyone had such a great time! Steve was so accommodating and everyone loved the venue, music and food!' - Kelsey G. rated it 5/5 stars
'So well organised, beautiful setting. Basically everything organised as soon as you arrive. Food got lots of compliments. Basically had our section to ourselves. Great set up and activities like beer pong, then DJ and music. Perfect place for an event and will recommend to everyone who has and event. Had my 30th birthday here. Was an amazing night, and so many compliments from everyone' - Valentina A. rated it 5/5 stars
'The manager and staff looked after us in every aspect of the evening and helped us make sure my party went very smoothly. The food was excellent and everyone loved it. As well as the drinks. Thank you so much for an unforgettable birthday party!'
It is! Here's what guests who have hosted holiday celebrations there are saying:
- Valérie rated it 4.5/5 stars
'Friendliness, good food, pre organisation excellent' - Lizzie rated it 5/5 stars
'Fantastic space, the team were amazing and so helpful. The whole night went so well, would use them again for sure! ' - Rachel S. rated it 4.6/5 stars
'We really enjoyed our company party at SAMA Bankside and received a great deal of positive feedback from our employees. Humphrey and the owner Steve were so helpful in the planning of the event and were happy to accommodate any requirements that we had. The catering is done from the restaurant on site and the food is good. We are thinking of booking again next year. '
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