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Top Dinner Party Venues in Oxford
Do you want easy access to party success? Ready to swap punting for plating up something that makes your guests say wow? Oxford has a menu full of surprises when it comes to dinner party venues. Impress your guests with stunning private dining spots along Magpie or New College lanes or behind college walls. Fancy a rooftop view? Garden table? Rustic barn or candle-lit cellar? Sorted. Expect everything from Italian trattorias to pan-Asian hotspots and gastropubs that know their way around a Sunday roast. Discover the best places for dinners whether you’re planning an alfresco summer gathering or a cosy indoor affair in the city centre. Browse and book away!
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![Full Venue - Caf & Bar at The Breakfast Club Oxford in Oxford]()
Full Venue - Caf & Bar
75 guestsThe Breakfast Club OxfordOxfordKKatie
“Great venue, we were really pleased we could hire out the whole restaurant. Loved the food”from £3500
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![Semi-private area at Sticks'n'Sushi Oxford in Oxford]()
Semi-private area
20 guestsSticks'n'Sushi OxfordOxfordFor those seeking an exceptional private dining experience, SticksnSushi Oxford offers a semi-private dining space, accommodating up to 20 guests. Situated to the right of the main entrance, this enclave is thoughtfully designedfrom £560
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![Gin Room at Slug and Lettuce Oxford in Oxford]()
Gin Room
40 guestsSlug and Lettuce OxfordOxfordGin Room at Slug & Lettuce, Oxford offers a private dining experience for up to 80 people! Don't hesitate and book now!from £250
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![Lower Private Dining Room at The Red Lion, Oxford in Oxford]()
Lower Private Dining Room
20 guestsThe Red Lion, OxfordOxfordAccommodating up to 20 guests, the Lower Private Dining Room is ideal for sit-down meals or casual drinks. Whether you're planning a birthday party, anniversary celebration, or any special occasion, this exclusive-use roomfrom £15
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![Old Berkeley Room at Gusto Italian Oxford in Oxford]()
Old Berkeley Room
20 guestsGusto Italian OxfordOxford
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Italian restaurant and bar in Oxford city centre, serving contemporary Italian food, wine and cocktails on High Street. Seating up to 20 guests, The Old Berkeley Room is the perfect place for any celebration.from £500
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![Private Dining Room at Gusto Italian Oxford in Oxford]()
Private Dining Room
55 guestsGusto Italian OxfordOxford
#Supervenue
Our Private Dining Room - The Mitre Room is located on the second floor of our restaurant and is the perfect setting for special occasions. We can offer a sit-down meal for up to 50 guests or drinks and canapes for up tofrom £1000
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![The Botanical Room at The Ivy Oxford Brasserie in Oxford]()
The Botanical Room
24 guestsThe Ivy Oxford BrasserieOxfordThe room also features a stunning private bar and an eclectic mix of botanical print dining chairs. Our dedicated Event Manager is always available to assist with any aspect of your event, ensuring that your special occasionfrom £800
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![Entire Restaurant at Fresco in Oxford]()
Entire Restaurant
60 guestsFrescoOxfordOur venue comfortably seats up to 60 guests for dining events, but if your gathering doesnt require everyone to be seated, we can accommodate up to 120 guests for standing events.from £2000
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![The Folly - Exclusive Use at The Folly Restaurant in Oxford]()
The Folly - Exclusive Use
90 guestsThe Folly RestaurantOxfordWe host parties, wedding receptions, company events and drinks receptions all year round in one of Oxfords most stunning, yet affordable, venues. Private use of our restaurant offers you a beautiful, unique setting perfectfrom £1000
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![The White Dome at The Folly Restaurant in Oxford]()
The White Dome
35 guestsThe Folly RestaurantOxfordIf you are looking for something a little bit special, our dining domes have become the talk of Oxford, bringing you even closer to dining on the river.from £800
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![Private Dining Room at The Trout Oxford in Oxford]()
Private Dining Room
30 guestsThe Trout OxfordOxfordOur Private Dining Room at The Trout is perfect for your next event or celebration. Within the original & oldest part of the pub, this space is available for exclusive use and offers an intimate setting for any special occasion.from £20
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![Backseat Becky's at The Breakfast Club Oxford in Oxford]()
Backseat Becky's
30 guestsThe Breakfast Club OxfordOxfordThrow a party, and invite your friends to Oxfords worst kept secret - Backseat Becky's bar is available for exclusive hire & parties! The bar can accommodate around 30 of your besties, and if it's a hot summers day - you'vefrom £500
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FAQs about Top Dinner Party Venues in Oxford
It's best to book at least 2 to 3 months in advance, especially if you're looking for a weekend date in December. Popular venues often get booked up by early autumn. Booking early also gives you first pick on set menus and private dining slots.
Gusto Italian Oxford is a great family-friendly option in the city centre with a spacious layout and a menu that suits all ages. Trout Oxford in Wolvercote provides a cosy pub atmosphere perfect for relaxed, family-style meals with easy parking and group-friendly seating.
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For small groups (up to 12 guests), prices start from around £220 per hour or £300 per day.
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Larger group bookings (50+ guests) typically involve minimum spends between £1,000 and £3,500, as seen at Gusto Italian Oxford, The Breakfast Club Oxford, and Fresco.
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Some venues also offer per-person pricing from £15 to £39, depending on the menu and time of day. (All data from tagvenue.)
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The Folly Restaurant is a riverside venue in Hinksey Park with several private rooms, ideal for both small and large groups. It is praised for its atmosphere and food.
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Gusto Italian Oxford in Carfax, offers beautiful interiors and private dining areas with a modern Italian menu.
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The Ivy Oxford Brasserie offers a premium dining experience in Holywell with elegant décor and excellent service, perfect for special occasions or corporate dinners.
