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Galvin Bistrot & Bar

Restaurant

#34 of 668 Restaurant venues in East London
#22 of 873 Drinks Reception venues in East London
  5 reviews  – 
35 Spital Square, entrance on Bishop Square, London, E1 6DY –
Liverpool Street Station (0.3 mi)
From £500
hire fee + min. spend
Up to 70
seats
Up to 130
standing
Venue offers catering
Mediterranean
cuisine
Parking available
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Venue overview

French-inspired bistro near Spitalfields Market, featuring a polished zinc bar with brewery-fresh Czech Pilsner and house-made charcuterie. Ideal for casual celebrations with your own DJ or music, blending great food, service, and a relaxed atmosphere.

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

Spaces for hire at Galvin Bistrot & Bar

Bistrot & Bar Private Hire at Galvin Bistrot & Bar

Bistrot & Bar Private Hire
Restaurant
·
Whole venue
70 seats
130 standing
Galvin Bistrot & Bar is a compact French-style bistrot defined by a conversational dining layout and a straightforward, flavour-led menu. Design: The interior pairs low-profile banquette seating and close table spacing with tiled floors and a muted, classic bistro colour palette. The layout keeps service highly visible, producing an active, close-...
Alcohol licence until 0:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £3500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago
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Front Restaurant at Galvin Bistrot & Bar

Front Restaurant
Dining Room
·
Semi-private area
40 seats
60 standing
Front Restaurant Overlooking Spitalfields, the Front Restaurant at Galvin Bistrot & Bar offers a lively setting for Christmas entertaining in the heart of the City. Accommodating up to 46 guests seated or 80 standing, the space is ideal for company Christmas parties, festive dinners, client entertaining and drinks receptions, with seasonal Medite...
Alcohol licence until 0:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from £2500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago
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Conservatory at Galvin Bistrot & Bar

Conservatory
Conservatory
·
Semi-private area
28 seats
40 standing
The Conservatory A light-filled, elegant semi-private space in the heart of the City, perfect for Christmas celebrations, client dinners and team events. Accommodating up to 16 guests on one long table, 28 seated or 40 standing, the Conservatory combines an intimate setting with the atmosphere of Galvin Bistrot & Bar. Enjoy seasonal Mediterranea...
Alcohol licence until 0:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from £800 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago
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Event offers

Christmas Party Offers

Christmas Set Menu – Bistrot & Bar Private Hire – Bistrot & Bar Private Hire

£120 per person

• Seasonal three-course set menu for the group
• Host selects one starter, one main course and one dessert
• Dietary requirements accommodated with suitable alternatives
STARTERS
1. Cured yellow tail, hazelnut, bergamot, pickled chantarelle
2. Wild mushroom tart, miso caramel, vin jaune
3. Dorset crab raviolo, charred fennel, beurre blanc
4. Smoked goose breast, pomegranate, Roquefort, puntarella
MAINS
1. Cornish halibut, Jerusalem artichoke, samphire, clam velouté
2. Aged parmesan Risotto Carnaroli, preserved lemon, autumn truffle
3. Grass fed beef, Roscoff onion, Charlotte potato, sauce bordelaise
4. Lake district fallow deer, juniper berries, radicchio, bagna cauda
DESSERTS
1. Blue ’61 cheese, cranberry, walnut bread
2. Coffee-soaked baba, tiramisu cream
3. Panettone pudding, prunes, mulled wine sabayon
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Reviews and ratings

4.8
Amenities
4.5
Cleanliness
4.5
Location
5.0
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
4.5
Catering
5.0
Communication
5.0

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NF
Natalie F.
Verified review
Drinks Reception · 25 guests · July 2025 · Conservatory

Excellent contact and communication, venue was perfect - staff were amazing and really friendly and helpful.

N/A

5.0
TB
Tim B.
Verified review
Private Dining · 35 guests · July 2023 · Bistrot & Bar Private Hire

A really great venue - well priced with excellent service and food / drink selection!

4.4
EA
Elizabeth A.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
NF
Natalie F.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
12:00 – 23:30
from £500 hire fee + min. spend
Front Restaurant
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500–£3500 min. spend
Bistrot & Bar Private Hire
12:00 – 22:30
from £500 hire fee + min. spend
Conservatory
12:00 – 23:30
from £800–£1000 min. spend
Tuesday
12:00 – 23:30
from £500 hire fee + min. spend
Front Restaurant
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500–£3500 min. spend
Bistrot & Bar Private Hire
12:00 – 22:30
from £500 hire fee + min. spend
Conservatory
12:00 – 23:30
from £800–£1000 min. spend
Wednesday
12:00 – 23:30
from £500 hire fee + min. spend
Front Restaurant
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500–£3500 min. spend
Bistrot & Bar Private Hire
12:00 – 22:30
from £500 hire fee + min. spend
Conservatory
12:00 – 23:30
from £800–£1000 min. spend
Thursday
12:00 – 23:30
from £500 hire fee + min. spend
Front Restaurant
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500–£3500 min. spend
Bistrot & Bar Private Hire
12:00 – 22:30
from £500 hire fee + min. spend
Conservatory
12:00 – 23:30
from £800–£1000 min. spend
Friday
12:00 – 23:30
from £500 hire fee + min. spend
Front Restaurant
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500–£3500 min. spend
Bistrot & Bar Private Hire
12:00 – 22:30
from £500 hire fee + min. spend
Conservatory
12:00 – 23:30
from £800–£1000 min. spend
Saturday
12:00 – 23:30
from £500 hire fee + min. spend
Front Restaurant
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500–£3500 min. spend
Bistrot & Bar Private Hire
12:00 – 22:30
from £500 hire fee + min. spend
Conservatory
12:00 – 23:30
from £800–£1000 min. spend
Sunday
12:00 – 23:00
from £500 hire fee + min. spend
Front Restaurant
12:00 – 23:00
from £3000 min. spend
Bistrot & Bar Private Hire
12:00 – 22:30
from £500 hire fee + 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 130
standing
Up to 70
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 Galvin Bistrot & Bar

Galvin Bistrot & Bar is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Galvin Bistrot & Bar is located just moments from the City and Spitalfields Market, close to Liverpool Street station. Our warm, welcoming space is inspired by the relaxed elegance of Mediterranean dining, offering vibrant, flavour-driven dishes that showcase the best of the season.

Perfect for winter gatherings, the venue is available for exclusive hire or semi-private events, with cosy interiors that create an inviting atmosphere for celebrations, receptions, and corporate occasions.

For the warmer months, our beautiful Summer Garden can also be hired as an outdoor extension to your event, with options including a seasonal BBQ.

Usually booked for
Drinks Reception

Typically for 45-85 guests and costs about £2,000.

"Excellent contact and communication, venue was perfect - staff were amazing and really friendly and helpful."

- Natalie F. Jul 2025

FAQ

Yes. In-house catering includes canapés and garden feast barbecue menus, and dietary requirements are catered for.

Yes, a photo booth may be hired and placed at the venue for the duration of the event.

Yes, a children's/kids menu can be provided.

At Galvin Bistrot & Bar, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available

  • Paid parking is available on-site
  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Galvin Bistrot & Bar:

  • Bistrot & Bar Private Hire hosting 35 guests: £2622.40
  • Front Restaurant hosting 30 guests: £2891.12
  • Conservatory hosting 12 guests: £2092.96

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

Galvin Bistrot & Bar is located at 35 Spital Square, in Spitalfields, London. The nearest metro station is Liverpool Street Station.

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