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Party Venues: Bars in the City
(menu)We found 28 venues in Party bars in the City of London.
A well-known name across the city, Smollensky’s is most famous for its hearty grills, but also serves up some fine event space. Established… more »
Maximum capacities: Meeting: 0 | Dinner: 300 | Reception: 500 | Outside: 100
Number of rooms: Function Rooms: 2
After a fresh batch of new openings this year, the Jamies Restaurants & Bars chain stretches even further across the City with venues in Bishopsgate… more »
Maximum capacities: Meeting: 80 | Dinner: 200 | Reception: 250
Number of rooms: Function Rooms: 10
The north London link in the Lucky Voice karaoke chain is located on Islington’s Upper Street. A fun-filled but suitably high-end option… more »
Maximum capacities: Meeting: 0 | Dinner: 0 | Reception: 220
Number of rooms: Function Rooms: 8
Half City slicker, half Shoreditch hipster, South Place is the cool-looking new venue from restaurant mavens the D&D group. Close to Liverpool… more »
Maximum capacities: Meeting: 100 | Dinner: 100 | Reception: 200
Number of rooms: Function Rooms: 5 | Bedrooms: 80
A titan of the London music scene, this legendary Farringdon nightclub also hosts corporate and private events, launches and parties. The… more »
Maximum capacities: Meeting: 250 | Dinner: 140 | Reception: 600
Number of rooms: Function Rooms: 5
Conveniently located by Bank tube station, 1 Lombard Street may be a City institution but it’s not one to rest on its laurels. The restaurant… more »
Maximum capacities: Meeting: 22 | Dinner: 200 | Reception: 450
Number of rooms: Function Rooms: 3
A name for the event organiser’s little black book, LatenightLondon’s knowledgeable team operates a free party-planning service for 30… more »
Maximum capacities: Meeting: 500 | Dinner: 250 | Reception: 1720
Number of rooms: Function Rooms: 30
Perched on the roof of No 1 Poultry, Coq d’Argent boasts impressive views across the City of London and landmarks such as St Paul’s Cathedral… more »
Maximum capacities: Meeting: 70 | Dinner: 150 | Reception: 300 | Outside: 100
Number of rooms: Function Rooms: 2
The oldest of the East India Company’s surviving ware-houses, which sits opposite Liverpool Street station, is the setting for D&D London’s… more »
Maximum capacities: Meeting: 0 | Dinner: 50 | Reception: 100 | Outside: 100
Number of rooms: Function Rooms: 4
Situated in a stunning Grade I-listed building in the heart of the Square Mile, The Royal Exchange Grand Café comprises a light and airy… more »
Maximum capacities: Meeting: 350 | Dinner: 350 | Reception: 1000
Number of rooms: Function Rooms: 5
Established in 1870 and still owned by the same family, Davy’s has 29 bars and restaurants in locations throughout the City and West End… more »
Maximum capacities: Meeting: 60 | Dinner: 180 | Reception: 350 | Outside: 100
Number of rooms: Function Rooms: 33
Following the success of its older sister in Notting Hill, the Shoreditch branch of BBB opened in 2007. It occupies the site of an old warehouse… more »
Maximum capacities: Meeting: 225 | Dinner: 150 | Reception: 650 | Outside: 150
Number of rooms: Function Rooms: 4
High Timber’s reputation for Thames-side views and an excellent wine cellar has earned the venue recognition throughout the City. Tucked… more »
Maximum capacities: Meeting: 90 | Dinner: 100 | Reception: 160
Number of rooms: Function Rooms: 3
The little brother in Swizzle Stick’s three-strong portfolio of bars sits just over the road from the Lloyd's building, offering a convenient… more »
Maximum capacities: Meeting: 100 | Dinner: 120 | Reception: 220
Number of rooms: Function Rooms: 1
Located between Monument and Tower Hill stations, Clause Bar – part of the three-strong Swizzle Stick Bars group – is a good choice for… more »
Maximum capacities: Meeting: 100 | Dinner: 140 | Reception: 260
Number of rooms: Function Rooms: 1
Sometimes you need a venue just on your doorstep. It needs to be fun, easy to book and flexible to your needs. The many party bars in the City of London offer just that. On this page of squaremeal.co.uk, we’ve compiled a list of the Square Mile’s best bars for corporate hire, from stylish and sophisticated wine bars, for those with a penchant for a fine vintage or a classic cocktail, to an array of nightclub venues with a livelier atmosphere. Both sorts have VIP areas and bookable spaces for your group to party in private.
Independent speakeasies and cocktail bars are firmly back in fashion and make a marvellous event space, if you’re after some individual character. If you're after something that is more of a safe bet, then there are a host of chain venues, very well equipped for the events market. You could even take a look at a karaoke bar, if your guests really want to let their hair down.
And if it isn’t the City you’re after, check out our list of buzzing party bars in the West End.