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Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Central London
Central London's charm is as intoxicating as the cocktails served at its finest drinks reception venues. Imagine sipping champagne in a private bar in the West End or enjoying a craft cocktail in a trendy restaurant in Shoreditch. The venues in Central London can accommodate any event, from corporate events to special cocktail parties, with top-notch service, delicious drinks, and a location that puts you right in the centre of it all. Finding the perfect drinks reception venue in Central London is just a click away. Book online today!
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![Basement Bar at The Oxford Market in Fitzrovia, Central London]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityBasement Bar
150 guestsThe Oxford MarketOxford Circus StationFitzrovia, Central London
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FFerhat S.
“On the actual night, the bar staff were very nice and made good drinks/cocktails. Bar service was super fast.” -
![Lounge Area at Lucy Wong in Fitzrovia, Central London]()
from £1
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLounge Area
40 guestsLucy WongTottenham Court Road StationFitzrovia, Central London
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KKelly H.
“Lucy Wong was the perfect venue to host 40th birthday drinks. The food and cocktails were amazing.” -
![Backstage at Eastcheap Records in Tower Hill, Central London]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityBackstage
150 guestsEastcheap RecordsBank StationTower Hill, Central LondonBBeatrice R.
“Amazing room, private bar had a range of really nice drinks and cocktails everything you could wish for.” -
![The Chesterfield Room at The Market Tavern in Mayfair, Central London]()
from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Chesterfield Room
45 guestsThe Market TavernGreen Park StationMayfair, Central London
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LLucy S.
“We recently had a leaving drinks hosted at the Chesterfield Room and we were so impressed from the onset.” -
![Rooftop Terrace at TATTU London in West End, Central London]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRooftop Terrace
65 guestsTATTU LondonTottenham Court Road StationWest End, Central LondonAAllie K.
“Perfect for a cocktail party - great food, drinks and views. Very easy to work with!” -
![The Downstairs Cocktail Bar at LOCKES Bar Covent Garden in Holborn, Central London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Downstairs Cocktail Bar
150 guestsLOCKES Bar Covent GardenCovent Garden StationHolborn, Central London
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TTom M.
“I find a lot of cocktail bars actually make mediocre drinks, but these guys know what they are doing!” -
![The Rooftop Terrace bar at Doggett's Coat and Badge in South Bank, Central London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Rooftop Terrace bar
120 guestsDoggett's Coat and BadgeBlackfriars StationSouth Bank, Central LondonCClaire E.
“Staff, food and drink were excellent. Venue was clean and the view from the balcony is fab.” -
![Entire Ground Floor at LOCKES Bar Covent Garden in Holborn, Central London]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Ground Floor
300 guestsLOCKES Bar Covent GardenCovent Garden StationHolborn, Central London
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CCaroline F.
“Great place for after work drinks. Really lovely service and fabulous cocktail menu. Thanks for a great night!” -
![Garden Deli at The Folly in Bank, Central London]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityGarden Deli
100 guestsThe FollyBank StationBank, Central LondonNNiki F.
“Easy to book, responsive staff, nice venue, good food and drinks.” -
![Mala Madre Events Space at The Last Talisman in Bermondsey, Central London]()
from £1
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityMala Madre Events Space
90 guestsThe Last TalismanLondon Bridge StationBermondsey, Central London
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CCharlotte L.
“Great private dining room, staff excellent, wonderful cocktail making class, clean, delicious food and drinks” -
![Peony bar at Opium Chinatown in Chinatown, Central London]()
from £350
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityPeony bar
30 guestsOpium ChinatownLeicester Square StationChinatown, Central London
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AAshley
“Cocktails, drink and food were all delicious and we all had a great time!” -
![Patch Main Bar at Patch St Paul's in Blackfriars, Central London]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPatch Main Bar
240 guestsPatch St Paul'sBlackfriars StationBlackfriars, Central London
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CClaire B.
“Fantastic venue, friendly staff, wonderful location, exactly the right place for our networking drinks event.”
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Booking costs of drinks reception venues average £1500 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Central London, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £700 | to £3000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £16 | to £65 | per person |
| From £300 | to £1450 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
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Basement Bar at The Oxford Market in Fitzrovia - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘On the actual night, the bar staff were very nice and made good drinks/cocktails.’ -
Lounge Area at Lucy Wong in Fitzrovia - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The area was perfect for the party, good seating and standing space! Food and drinks were also excellent.’ -
Backstage at Eastcheap Records in Tower Hill - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Cocktails and drinks were lovely and service was great.’
You'll find drinks reception venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Central London, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £800 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 100 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 125 guests | prices average £3000 minimum spend per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for drinks reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event | typically between 65 and 150 guests |
| Bar | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 150 guests |
| Pub | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 45 and 120 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 120 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £1100 minimum spend per event | typically between 70 and 120 guests |
Smaller drinks reception venues usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Central London, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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The Dining Room at The Duchess, rated 4.9/5 - dining room for 40 guests
Our user said: ‘The Duchess did us proud for our small school reunion event.’ -
Private Room at The Prince Regent, rated 4.8/5 - function room for 50 guests
Our user said: ‘The venue was superb for a small intimate group of 20 or less people. We were 11.’ -
Window Tables at LOCKES Bar Covent Garden, rated 4.9/5 - event space for 50 guests
Our user said: ‘We reserved space in LOCKES bar for a small family gathering.’
Cheap drinks reception venues in Central London start from £10 hire fee per hour or £125 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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The Speakeasy at MNM, from £10 hire fee per hour (up to 60 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘The price and affordability were a big factor for me and this venue and organisers exceeded my expectations.’ -
Upstairs Private Room at The Chapel Market Tavern, from £125 hire fee per event (up to 70 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Very spacious, nice bar and good sound system - very affordable for the venue...’ -
The Bar at The Walbrook Club, from £350 minimum spend per event (up to 50 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘The venue is great with very welcoming and outstanding staff.’
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