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Bantof

Restaurant

#63 of 3168 Bar venues in London
#20 of 390 Outdoor Space venues in Westminster Borough
  21 reviews  – 
31 Great Windmill Street, London, W1D 7LD –
Piccadilly Circus Station (0.1 mi)
From £1000
min. spend
Up to 50
seats
Up to 70
standing
Venue offers catering
Mediterranean
cuisine
Parking available
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Venue overview

Stylish Mediterranean restaurant and cocktail bar in the heart of Soho, blending creative plates, vibrant art, and a relaxed, upscale vibe. Ideal for milestone celebrations and private parties with room for DJs and personalized touches.

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

Spaces for hire at Bantof

Speakeasy Bar at Bantof

Speakeasy Bar
Bar
·
Private space
35 seats
40 standing
Speakeasy Bar, a Bar in Bantof, is an enclosed lounge characterised by a compact conversational layout and lounge-style seating. Design: The room presents a compact, low-ceilinged lounge dressed in deep colours and a large painted wall mural, with curved upholstered armchairs grouped around low tables. Features: The space has a backlit service ba...
Alcohol licence until 0:30
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £1000 minimum spend
Enquire now
Ground Floor at Bantof

Ground Floor
Bar
·
Private space
20 seats
35 standing
The ground-floor cocktail room is centered around the main bar and boasts a luxurious color scheme of dark green and bright gold, which imparts an almost regal feel to the space. This inviting room is equipped with cozy banquettes perfect for intimate conversations. It can comfortably accommodate up to 25 seated guests or up to 40 guests standing, ...
Alcohol licence until 0:30
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £1000 minimum spend
Enquire now
First Floor at Bantof

First Floor
Dining Room
·
Private space
25 seats
50 standing
Step into the intimate charm of Bantof's first floor, a perfect setting for various occasions, from birthdays to formal and informal meetings. This cozy space, accommodating up to 50 standing guests and up to 25 seating guests, offers a warm and inviting ambiance, blending sophistication with comfort. Adorned with tasteful decor and soft lighting...
Alcohol licence until 0:30
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £1000 minimum spend
Enquire now
Entire Venue at Bantof

Entire Venue
Restaurant
·
Whole venue
50 seats
70 standing
Bantof is a compact Mediterranean restaurant and bar that centres on sharing plates alongside art and music. Design: The interior pairs warm timber panelling and plastered walls with low pendant lighting, curved banquette seating and small dark dining tables, producing a compact, cosy layout punctuated by potted plants and mirrors. Features: The ...
Alcohol licence until 0:30
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £2500 minimum spend
Enquire now

Reviews and ratings

4.8
10 recent guests highly rated cleanliness, location and service quality
Amenities
4.7
Cleanliness
4.9
Location
5.0
Service quality
4.9
Value for money
4.9
Catering
4.7
Communication
4.6

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

IM
Isobel M.
Verified review
Bar · 35 guests · December 2025 · Speakeasy Bar

I recently hosted my birthday party at this venue and it exceeded every expectation. The space itself is absolutely stunning — so beautifully done that I received countless compliments from guests on the night, and even messages afterward on social media asking where it was because the photos looked so gorgeous. The true highlight, though, was the incredible team behind it, especially Christiana and Yena. They were so kind, warm, and genuinely invested in making everything perfect for me. Many of my guests commented on how lovely they were, which really speaks to the care and hospitality they bring. They made sure everything ran seamlessly and that every detail was exactly to my liking. I had high expectations for my birthday event, and somehow it was even better than I imagined. I couldn’t recommend this venue — and Christiana and Yena — highly enough.

5.0
MD
Michelle D.
Verified review
Party · 28 guests · December 2025 · Speakeasy Bar

The staff were really friendly and looked after our party very well.

4.6
BL
Bex L.
Verified review
Private Dining · 15 guests · November 2025 · Speakeasy Bar

Ambience and friendliness of the staff

4.3
AD
Arthur D.
Verified review
Birthday Party · 40 guests · November 2025 · Speakeasy Bar

Cocktails and food were fantastic, the staff was great too!

4.9

Prices and opening hours

Monday
10:00 – 0:30
from £1000–£1500 min. spend
First Floor
10:00 – 0:30
from £1500 min. spend
Ground Floor
10:00 – 0:30
from £1500 min. spend
Speakeasy Bar
10:00 – 0:30
from £1000 min. spend
Tuesday
10:00 – 0:30
from £1000–£2500 min. spend
First Floor
10:00 – 0:30
from £1500 min. spend
Ground Floor
10:00 – 0:30
from £1500 min. spend
Entire Venue
10:00 – 0:30
from £2500 min. spend
Speakeasy Bar
10:00 – 0:30
from £1000 min. spend
Wednesday
10:00 – 0:30
from £1000–£2500 min. spend
First Floor
10:00 – 0:30
from £1500 min. spend
Ground Floor
10:00 – 0:30
from £1500 min. spend
Entire Venue
10:00 – 0:30
from £2500 min. spend
Speakeasy Bar
10:00 – 0:30
from £1000 min. spend
Thursday
10:00 – 0:30
from £1000–£2500 min. spend
First Floor
10:00 – 0:30
from £1500 min. spend
Ground Floor
10:00 – 0:30
from £1500 min. spend
Entire Venue
10:00 – 0:30
from £2500 min. spend
Speakeasy Bar
10:00 – 0:30
from £1000 min. spend
Friday
10:00 – 0:30
from £1000–£2500 min. spend
First Floor
10:00 – 0:30
from £1500 min. spend
Ground Floor
10:00 – 0:30
from £1500 min. spend
Entire Venue
10:00 – 0:30
from £2500 min. spend
Speakeasy Bar
10:00 – 0:30
from £1000 min. spend
Saturday
10:00 – 0:30
from £1000–£2500 min. spend
First Floor
10:00 – 0:30
from £1500 min. spend
Ground Floor
10:00 – 0:30
from £1500 min. spend
Entire Venue
10:00 – 0:30
from £2500 min. spend
Speakeasy Bar
10:00 – 0:30
from £1000 min. spend
Sunday
10:00 – 0:30
from £1000–£2500 min. spend
First Floor
10:00 – 0:30
from £1000 min. spend
Ground Floor
10:00 – 18:00
from £1000 min. spend
Entire Venue
10:00 – 18:00
from £2500 min. spend
Speakeasy Bar
10:00 – 18:00
from £1000 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 70
standing
Up to 50
seats
In-house catering
Mediterranean
cuisine
Parking available
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Bantof

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

Bantof is a Mediterranean restaurant and bar that pairs sharing plates with art and music to create an intimate, relaxed dining experience.

Venue highlights: The venue provides a ground-floor bar area and an intimate downstairs restaurant arranged for private hires. An in-house catering team serves Mediterranean sharing plates, mains and desserts alongside extensive vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options plus halal choices. A cocktail programme curated by SuperNacular supports cocktail-led receptions as well as sit-down private dinners.

Best for: Private dining dinners, cocktail receptions, after-theatre groups

Location: Soho's theatre and nightlife district places the venue amid numerous restaurants and late-night bars, giving guests easy options to continue the evening after a hire.

What guests say: The downstairs restaurant provides a calm, intimate setting with subdued lighting and comfortable seating suited to private dinners. The service is attentive and well organised, and the bar staff provide detailed cocktail guidance.

Usually booked for
Birthday Party

Typically for 25-35 guests and costs about £3,000.

"Cocktails and food were fantastic, the staff was great too!"

- Arthur D. Nov 2025

Usually booked for
Party

Typically for 25-35 guests and costs about £5,600.

"The staff were really friendly and looked after our party very well."

- Michelle D. Dec 2025

Usually booked for
Private Dining

Typically for 15-30 guests and costs about £1,300.

"Ambience and friendliness of the staff..."

- Bex L. Nov 2025

FAQ

Yes, bringing your own DJ is allowed and there is no additional charge if they bring their own equipment.

Yes, all visible alcohol can be hidden.

At Bantof, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

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

  • Speakeasy Bar hosting 30 guests: £1031.52
  • Ground Floor hosting 15 guests: £2224
  • First Floor hosting 50 guests: £1764
  • Entire Venue hosting 40 guests: £1477.12

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

Bantof is located at 31 Great Windmill Street, in Soho, London. The nearest metro station is Piccadilly Circus Station.

Yes! Here's what guests who have hosted their birthdays at this venue say:

  • Arthur D. rated it 4.9/5 stars
    'Cocktails and food were fantastic, the staff was great too!'
  • Edward B. rated it 5/5 stars
    'There is a lot to recommend with Bantof, the delicious food, friendly staff, exceptional service that goes above and beyond and the beautiful venue. Would whole heartily recommend to anyone!'

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