A corner pub with large windows, outdoor crowd, and a historic brick facade at Commercial Tavern.
A pub event space with a tufted leather bar, wooden floors, and hanging glassware at Commercial Tavern.
An event space in a pub with vintage wood floors, decorative wall details, and large windows at Commercial Tavern.
An event space in a pub with tall arched windows, wooden floors, and a tufted bar counter at Commercial Tavern.

Commercial Tavern

Pub

#67 of 1051 Party venues in East London
#8 of 809 Drinks Reception venues in East London
  1 review  – 
142 Commercial Street, London, E1 6NU –
Liverpool Street Station (0.4 mi)
From £500
min. spend
Up to 40
seats
Up to 90
standing
Venue offers catering
British
cuisine
Parking not available
Manager's avatar
Aleks Chodup
Your Personal Event Manager from Urban Pubs and Bars
Response rate: 90%
Response time: Within 2 hours
Message host
Newly partnered with Tagvenue
This manager has quickly become a trusted partner of Tagvenue, recognised by customers for their reliability and helpfulness.
Excellent communication - 4.7/5
169 verified clients rated their communication with the venue manager as 4.7. They appreciated the manager's professionalism and quick response times.
Message host

Spaces for hire at Commercial Tavern

The Veranda at Commercial Tavern
The Veranda
Event Space
·
Private space
40 standing
The Veranda makes up half of the 1st floor - with it's own private bar, TV and ability to play your own music. High ceilings and large windows allow for plenty of natural daylight, and is a favourite spot for summer.
Alcohol licence until 23:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 3 months ago
Enquire now
The 1st Floor at Commercial Tavern
The 1st Floor
Event Space
·
Private space
40 seats
90 standing
The first-floor space at the Commercial Tavern offers a distinctive setting for private hire, combining the vibe of a traditional East London pub with an eclectic, creative twist. Tucked away from the lively ground floor, this upstairs area feels like a hidden gem - perfect for hosting your own event. With a private bar, two TV screens, ability to...
Alcohol licence until 23:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £1000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 3 months ago
Enquire now

Reviews and ratings

5.0
1 new review from verified user within the last 6 months
1 recent guest highly rated amenities, cleanliness, location, service quality and catering
Amenities
5.0
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Catering
5.0
Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
MM
Mariana M.
Verified review
Drinks Reception · 90 guests · June 2026
Great communication and EXCELLENT service on site. Will 100% come back and host more events here. Perfectly ready for big groups and food was also excellent too.
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
17:00 – 23:00
from £500–£1200 min. spend
The 1st Floor
17:00 – 23:00
from £1200 min. spend
The Veranda
17:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Tuesday
17:00 – 23:00
from £500–£1200 min. spend
The 1st Floor
17:00 – 23:00
from £1200 min. spend
The Veranda
17:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Wednesday
17:00 – 23:00
from £1000–£1500 min. spend
The 1st Floor
17:00 – 23:00
from £1500 min. spend
The Veranda
17:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Thursday
17:00 – 23:00
from £1200–£2000 min. spend
The 1st Floor
17:00 – 23:00
from £2000 min. spend
The Veranda
17:00 – 23:00
from £1200 min. spend
Friday
17:00 – 23:00
from £1200–£2000 min. spend
The 1st Floor
17:00 – 23:00
from £2000 min. spend
The Veranda
17:00 – 23:00
from £1200 min. spend
Saturday
17:00 – 23:00
from £1200–£2000 min. spend
The 1st Floor
17:00 – 23:00
from £2000 min. spend
The Veranda
17:00 – 23:00
from £1200 min. spend
Sunday
17:00 – 23:00
from £500–£1000 min. spend
The 1st Floor
17:00 – 22:30
from £1000 min. spend
The Veranda
17:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 3 months ago

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 90
standing
Up to 40
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 Commercial Tavern

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

Set on a prominent corner of Commercial Street in Shoreditch, this historic Victorian pub blends old-world character with East London eccentricity. Built in the mid-19th century, the building itself has a striking curved façade and large windows.

Inside, the space opens into a weird and wonderful interior that feels equal parts vintage pub and theatrical set. Expect wood panelling, high ceilings, and an eclectic mix of décor - angel wings suspended from above, mismatched wallpaper, chandeliers, and quirky flea-market finds, all coming together in a chaotic but charming style.

The atmosphere is lively and social, attracting a mix of locals, creatives, and visitors drawn to Shoreditch’s buzz. Downstairs offers a classic pub feel with plenty of space for groups, while upstairs rooms provide a more intimate, slightly surreal setting available for private events or parties.

FAQ

Cancellations 7 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 7 days to 24 hours in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 24 hours are non-refundable.

At Commercial Tavern, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available

Commercial Tavern does not offer parking facilities.

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

  • The 1st Floor hosting 90 guests: £4388.16

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

Commercial Tavern is located at 142 Commercial Street, in Spitalfields, London. The nearest metro station is Liverpool Street Station.

Find more similar venues in London

Over 22k venues
•
Trusted by 1M+ customers
Please enter a valid number of guests
Please select a city

Trusted by over 1M+ customers

Similar venues

Whole Venue
from £1500
minimum spend / per evening
Bar
Whole venue
30
70
Notes Coffee & Bar - St Paul's
St. Paul's Station
City of London
Elixir Room
from £1250
minimum spend / per evening
Cocktail Bar
Private space
30
70
Mr Fogg's Apothecary
(17)
Bond Street Station
Mayfair, London
Hogsmire
from £3000
minimum spend / per session
Hotel
Semi-private area
40
80
The Other House
(2)
Gloucester Road Station
South Kensington, London
Library & Drawing Room
from £2400
minimum spend / per morning
Coworking Space
Private space
30
80
1 Warwick
(9)
Piccadilly Circus Station
Soho, London
Birthday Parties Packages
from £25
minimum spend / per session
Winery / Brewery
Private space
30
40
Fabal Beerhall - Bermondsey, London
(1)
Bermondsey Station
Bermondsey, London
The Mezzanine
from £3000
minimum spend / per session
Restaurant
Semi-private area
40
100
The Sterling
(48)
Aldgate Station
Tower Hill, London
The Snug
from £10
per person / per session
Bar
Semi-private area
70
The Fountain & Ink
Southwark Station
Waterloo, London
Downstairs Private Bar
from £800
minimum spend / per day
Cocktail Bar
Private space
40
45
Royal Cocktail Exchange
(15)
Goodge Street Station
Fitzrovia, London
3'6 Bar
from £4000
minimum spend / per evening
Event Venue
Private space
70
80
Fortnum & Mason
(71)
Green Park Station
St James, London
Back section of The Plough
from £300
minimum spend / per afternoon
Pub
Semi-private area
60
100
The Plough
(7)
East Dulwich, London
Conservatory Area
from £100
minimum spend / per session
Pub
Private space
35
80
The Alwyne Castle
(75)
Highbury & Islington Station
Highbury, London
Bar & Lounge
from £10
per person / per day
Hotel
Private space
80
Locke Millennium Bridge
(2)
Mansion House Station
Blackfriars, London
Garden Deli
from £44.95
per person
Restaurant
Semi-private area
90
100
The Folly
(62)
Bank Station
Bank, London
Drinks Reception
from £1500
minimum spend / per session
Hotel
Private space
75
85
The Ampersand Hotel
(107)
South Kensington Station
South Kensington, London
Distillery Bar
from £1100
minimum spend / per day
Bar
Semi-private area
54
70
Botanica Hall
(1)
Clapham Junction Station
Battersea, London
Private Terrace
from £2500
minimum spend / per evening
Pub
Private space
60
80
The Old Thameside Inn
London Bridge Station
Southwark, London
Ground Floor
from £1200
minimum spend / per session
Cocktail Bar
Shared space
65
75
Bobby Fitzpatrick
(12)
West Hampstead Station
West Hampstead, London
The Den
from £500
minimum spend / per session
Pub
Private space
56
80
Wolfpack West Hampstead
(7)
West Hampstead Station
West Hampstead, London
Cocktail Bar
from £500
minimum spend / per afternoon
Cocktail Bar
Private space
70
The Black Horse
(8)
Tottenham Court Road Station
Fitzrovia, London
Botanical Tavern
from £3000
minimum spend / per afternoon
Pub
Private space
120
Mr Fogg's Botanical Tavern
(22)
Goodge Street Station
Fitzrovia, London
Cocktail Bar
from £300
minimum spend / per day
Hotel
Private space
50
120
New Road Hotel
(2)
Whitechapel Station
Whitechapel, London

Explore other spaces in the area

142 Commercial Street, London, E1 6NU
Liverpool Street Station (0.4 mi)

Commercial Tavern is popular for

Private Dining Engagement Party Function Room Corporate Event Bar Party Birthday Party Christmas Party Restaurant

Tagvenue regularly reviews published venues to ensure the information is accurate and up to date. If you notice anything unusual in this listing, please report it.

UK > London > East London > Tower Hamlets > Commercial Tavern