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Balfour St Bart's

Restaurant

#94 of 3778 Event Space venues in London
#18 of 208 Drinks Reception venues in Islington Borough
  24 reviews  – 
66 West Smithfield, London, EC1A 9DY –
Barbican Station (0.2 mi)
From £500
min. spend
Up to 130
seats
Up to 150
standing
Venue offers catering
Parking available
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Spaces for hire at Balfour St Bart's

Whole Venue at Balfour St Bart's
Whole Venue
Restaurant
·
Whole venue
130 seats
150 standing
Originally a bank in the 1880s, Balfour St Bart’s provides an industrial-chic venue with a main bar and mezzanine for 150 guests. Savour great food, wine, and an extensive selection of local beers. St Bart's Brewery is available for full exclusive hire. You will benefit from use of the main bar area, lounge, upper level mezzanine and the Balfour ...
Alcohol licence until 1:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £5000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago
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Balfour Bar at Balfour St Bart's
Balfour Bar
Event Space
·
Private space
20 seats
45 standing
Overlooking Smithfield Market, Balfour Bar at Balfour St Bart’s offers a comfortable, relaxed space with a private bar for up to 40 guests. Enjoy English sparkling wine and canapes. Tucked away off from our upper level mezzanine space, the Balfour Bar is a great dining space which can be utilised as a exclusive area for intimate business meetings...
Alcohol licence until 1:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago
Enquire now
The Mezzanine at Balfour St Bart's
The Mezzanine
Event Space
·
Semi-private area
36 seats
70 standing
The Mezzanine offers a versatile L-shape formation, perfect for a private group meal for up to 40 guests or as unique space for drinks and nibbles. The adjoining Balfour Bar offers the perfect spot for private pre & post meal drinks when hired in addition. Both areas can be hire (semi-private) which require a minimum spend and food/drinks pre-ord...
Alcohol licence until 1:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from £1000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago
Enquire now

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66 West Smithfield, London, EC1A 9DY
Barbican Station (0.2 mi)
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  • Subway Barbican 0.2 mi
  • Bus St. Bartholomews Hospital (Stop HQ) 0.1 mi
  • Bus Barbican (Stop BA) 0.2 mi
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  • Parking JustPark - W Smithfield, London 0.1 mi
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Prices and opening hours

Monday
12:00 – 23:00
from £500–£5000 min. spend
Balfour Bar
12:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Whole Venue
12:00 – 23:00
from £5000 min. spend
The Mezzanine
12:00 – 22:30
from £1000 min. spend
Tuesday
12:00 – 23:00
from £500–£6000 min. spend
Balfour Bar
12:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Whole Venue
12:00 – 23:00
from £6000 min. spend
The Mezzanine
12:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Wednesday
12:00 – 23:00
from £1000–£8000 min. spend
Balfour Bar
12:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Whole Venue
12:00 – 23:00
from £8000 min. spend
The Mezzanine
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500 min. spend
Thursday
12:00 – 1:00
from £1000–£8000 min. spend
Balfour Bar
12:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Whole Venue
12:00 – 1:00
from £8000 min. spend
The Mezzanine
12:00 – 23:00
from £3000 min. spend
Friday
12:00 – 1:00
from £1000–£8000 min. spend
Balfour Bar
12:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Whole Venue
12:00 – 1:00
from £8000 min. spend
The Mezzanine
12:00 – 23:00
from £3000 min. spend
Saturday
12:00 – 1:00
from £15000 min. spend
Whole Venue
12:00 – 1:00
from £15000 min. spend
Sunday
11:00 – 23:00
from £5000 min. spend
Whole Venue
11:00 – 23:00
from £5000 min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 2 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 150
standing
Up to 130
seats
In-house catering
Parking available
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

Reviews and ratings

4.7
10 recent guests highly rated location and service quality
Amenities
4.7
Cleanliness
4.7
Location
5.0
Service quality
4.8
Value for money
4.8
Catering
4.6
Communication
4.8
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DV
Danny V.
Verified review
Wedding Reception · 100 guests · October 2024
Balfour helped make our wedding day magical. The entire staff was lovely and helpful. Ella was exceptional to work with.
5.0
TH
Toby H.
Verified review
Wedding · 175 guests · September 2021
The food was amazing, staff fantastic and everyone had a brilliant day. The park across the street and the neighbouring Smithfield Market were good for those people that wanted fresh air. We LOVED the beef main course and the English sparkling wines, and we felt so well looked after by the staff - they really made us feel special.
Haste to turnaround the room after the meal resulted in 1 or 2 cards that we'd received being binned rather than saved. :(
5.0
JC
Jaya C.
Verified review
Event Space · 30 guests · July 2021
the staff were excellent- they have exemplary training and my guests were over the moon.
5.0
AW
Amy W.
Verified review
Wedding · 85 guests · October 2019
The staff at St Bart's Brewery were incredible. They could not do enough for us to ensure that our day went without a hitch. Everyone said how much they loved the venue, the food and the atmosphere.
That the day had to end.
5.0

About Balfour St Bart's

Balfour St Bart's is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Step into a world of elegance and romance at Balfour St. Bart's, a one-of-a-kind wedding venue overlooking London's iconic Smithfield market. This beautifully designed property, originally a bank built in the 1880s and renovated in 2012, seamlessly blends original features with eclectic artworks, sumptuous furnishings, and a rich colour palette. Imagine exchanging vows in a stunning setting that boasts airport hangar lighting, creating a striking yet relaxed atmosphere. With over 500 receptions under our belt and glowing testimonials to boast, we are the ultimate choice for your special day.

At Balfour St. Bart's, we are dedicated to offering you a totally bespoke and unique experience. From perfecting your dream menu to a seamless running of the day's events and savvy advice on your supplier list, we are on hand every step of the way. And when you arrive, you'll be greeted with delicious English sparkling wine (from our very own vineyard) and canapés. Event rentals such as tables, chairs, linens, glassware, candles, and more will be provided by the venue. Our dedicated wedding manager will ensure an easy, seamless experience during the planning stages and our expert team of staff will help deliver your dream day.

So, whether you're planning a more intimate celebration for 50 or a good old-fashioned knees-up for over 200 guests, Balfour St. Bart's is the perfect choice.

With no hidden or unnecessary fees to worry about, we guarantee a wedding experience like no other.

FAQ

At Balfour St Bart's, 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 Balfour St Bart's:

  • Whole Venue hosting 80 guests: £9497.60
  • Balfour Bar hosting 20 guests: £1170.08
  • The Mezzanine hosting 50 guests: £5488.16

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

Balfour St Bart's is located at 66 West Smithfield, in the Farringdon, London district of London. The nearest metro station is Barbican Station.

Balfour St Bart's is popular for

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