A pub with a wide stone entrance, glass windows, and a green awning at Balls Brothers Austin Friars.

Balls Brothers Austin Friars

Bar

#3 of 115 Event Space venues in Bank
#16 of 3351 Drinks Reception venues in London
  71 reviews  – 
Austin Friars, 10-11, London, EC2N 2HQ –
Liverpool Street Station (0.2 mi)
From £400
min. spend
Up to 175
seats
Up to 350
standing
Venue offers catering
British
cuisine
Parking not available
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Venue overview

Balls Brothers Austin Friars, tucked away in the City of London, offers industrial charm with exposed brick and leather sofas. Ideal for business meetings and casual gatherings with a British vibe.

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

Spaces for hire at Balls Brothers Austin Friars

Whole Venue at Balls Brothers Austin Friars
Whole Venue
Bar
·
Whole venue
175 seats
350 standing
Set across three floors, Balls Brothers Austin Friars is a striking venue boasting impressive high ceilings, two unique event spaces, a charming mezzanine, the lively 180 Club below, and a spacious restaurant and bar. With the capacity to host up to 350 standing and 175 seated guests, the venue is ideal for a wide variety of events - from elegant ...
Alcohol licence until 0:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £2500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
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The Green Room at Balls Brothers Austin Friars
The Green Room
Dining Room
·
Private space
22 seats
26 standing
Our Green Room can be found at the back of the ground floor, it opens a private space to enjoy a drinks reception or nibbles for an event or special occasion. Its flexible layout is ideal for private meetings, networking events or lunch and dinners. Please get in touch to see what this unique space can offer!
Alcohol licence until 0:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £400 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
Enquire now
The Mezzanine at Balls Brothers Austin Friars
The Mezzanine
Event Space
·
Semi-private area
55 seats
70 standing
Elevate your event in the stylish Mezzanine at Balls Brothers Austin Friars - a bright, welcoming space overlooking the buzz of the main bar below. Featuring its own spirit kitchen, the Mezzanine offers added convenience for chilled drinks, storage, and seamless hosting. Flexible and elegant, this space is perfectly suited to networking events, st...
Alcohol licence until 0:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from £750 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
Enquire now
Main Bar at Balls Brothers Austin Friars
Main Bar
Event Space
·
Semi-private area
110 seats
150 standing
Discover the versatility of our Main Bar at Balls Brothers Austin Friars - a flexible space perfectly suited to a wide range of occasions. From team-building events and business meetings to lively social gatherings, hosting your London party with us couldn’t be easier. Get in touch with our experienced events team, who will work with you to create...
Alcohol licence until 0:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £1500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
Enquire now
180 Club at Balls Brothers Austin Friars
180 Club
Event Space
·
Private space
20 seats
35 standing
Experience the electrifying fusion of tradition and innovation at our downstairs 180 Darts venue, where we elevate the classic game with exhilarating multiplayer experiences. Equipped with 2 oches, this space is perfect for a variety of occasions, whether you're enjoying a night out with friends and family or fostering team bonding sessions. Ut...
Alcohol licence until 0:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £1000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
Enquire now

Reviews and ratings

4.8
2 new reviews from verified users within the last 6 months
19 recent guests highly rated cleanliness, location and catering
Amenities
4.7
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
4.8
Service quality
4.7
Value for money
4.8
Catering
4.8
Communication
4.8
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GL
Grace L.
Verified review
Drinks Reception · 300 guests · March 2026
Couldn't recommend this venue enough. Katie, Flo and the rest of the team were so helpful and professional, the venue is stunning, food was absolutely fantastic (the bowls were a big hit with our group) and the team did everything they could to help the event run smoothly. Thank you so much- we will definitely be back!
5.0
IG
India G.
Verified review
Christmas Party · 150 guests · December 2025
Lovely venue, friendly staff. They took all opinions and suggestions on board and did their best to cater for every ask!
N/A
4.7
JH
Jamie H.
Verified review
Corporate Event · 15 guests · March 2025
180 Club was great, looks as advertised. Friendly staff, professional service, good for an event
4.4
MA
Michelle A.
Verified review
Christmas Party · 200 guests · December 2023
Char, Esther and the team were fantastic. It was an absolute pleasure to work with the team and I'll be booking the venue for another corporate event. Everything was perfect and professional, no complaints from me at all. Great venue, I would highly recommend!
There was nothing I disliked the venue. Staff and facilities were perfect in every way, 10/10 from me, I'll be back!
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
17:00 – 23:00
from £400–£2500 min. spend
Main Bar
17:00 – 23:00
from £1500 min. spend
The Mezzanine
17:00 – 23:00
from £750 min. spend
Whole Venue
17:00 – 23:00
from £2500 min. spend
180 Club
17:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
The Green Room
17:00 – 22:00
from £400 min. spend
Tuesday
17:00 – 23:00
from £500–£5500 min. spend
Main Bar
17:00 – 23:00
from £3500 min. spend
The Mezzanine
17:00 – 23:00
from £1250 min. spend
Whole Venue
17:00 – 23:00
from £5500 min. spend
180 Club
17:00 – 23:00
from £1250 min. spend
The Green Room
17:00 – 22:00
from £500 min. spend
Wednesday
17:00 – 0:00
from £600–£8000 min. spend
Main Bar
17:00 – 0:00
from £4500 min. spend
The Mezzanine
17:00 – 23:00
from £1750 min. spend
Whole Venue
17:00 – 23:00
from £8000 min. spend
180 Club
17:00 – 23:00
from £1400 min. spend
The Green Room
17:00 – 23:00
from £600 min. spend
Thursday
17:00 – 0:00
from £750–£12500 min. spend
Main Bar
17:00 – 0:00
from £7000 min. spend
The Mezzanine
17:00 – 23:00
from £2250 min. spend
Whole Venue
17:00 – 23:00
from £12500 min. spend
180 Club
17:00 – 23:00
from £1750 min. spend
The Green Room
17:00 – 23:00
from £750 min. spend
Friday
17:00 – 0:00
from £600–£6000 min. spend
Main Bar
17:00 – 0:00
from £3000 min. spend
The Mezzanine
17:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Whole Venue
17:00 – 23:00
from £6000 min. spend
180 Club
17:00 – 23:00
from £1500 min. spend
The Green Room
17:00 – 23:00
from £600 min. spend
Saturday
11:00 – 1:00
from £7000 min. spend
Whole Venue
11:00 – 1:00
from £7000 min. spend
Sunday
11:00 – 1:00
from £7000 min. spend
Whole Venue
11:00 – 1:00
from £7000 min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 month 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 350
standing
Up to 175
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 Balls Brothers Austin Friars

Balls Brothers Austin Friars is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Balls Brothers Austin Friars is a spacious bar and restaurant that truly does it all - an ideal setting for business meetings, relaxed office gatherings, or meals with friends.

Its exposed brickwork and industrial-style ventilation create a distinctive urban charm, balanced by cosy brown leather sofas that give the space a warm and welcoming feel.

Tucked away from the City of London’s main bustle, it’s the perfect spot for a quiet lunch, after-work bites, or an evening that carries on into the early hours, all within a characterful, quintessentially British atmosphere.

Drop in to explore an impressive wine list, thoughtfully curated from some of the world’s finest regions, or enjoy a carefully crafted menu of classic British dishes - simple, seasonal, and full of flavour.

FAQ

No — a DJ can only be provided with a private/exclusive hire; otherwise background music is played.

Yes, full AV equipment and TV screens are available for use.

The venue is split across three levels: mezzanine, ground floor and downstairs (where toilets and darts rooms are located).

Yes, a cloakroom is available.

At Balls Brothers Austin Friars, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • Refreshments for guests are offered

Balls Brothers Austin Friars does not offer parking facilities.

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Balls Brothers Austin Friars:

  • Whole Venue hosting 200 guests: £4451.52
  • 180 Club hosting 15 guests: £615.20
  • The Mezzanine hosting 23 guests: £959.60
  • Main Bar hosting 200 guests: £11250.08
  • The Green Room hosting 20 guests: £618.72

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

Balls Brothers Austin Friars is located at Austin Friars, in Bank, London. The nearest metro station is Liverpool Street Station.

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