Christmas is a time for coming together over good food and drinks, so if you're based in Surrey and looking for somewhere special to celebrate, let us introduce you to Bar 163. Whether it be the work office party or a gathering for friends and family, Bar 163 in Egham has plenty of experience in hosting events and the team have an especially soft spot for Christmas.
With tiled walls, classic chequered flooring and sweet fairy lights decorating the space, this bar and restaurant has that homely, neighbourhood hang-out feel that's full of charm and atmosphere - and, the perfect place to hold a seasonal party.
There's a breadth of choices when it comes to space, depending on the size of your party and its needs. A great option and one that's favoured by many guests is the Balcony Room which has space for sit-down dining as well as drinks and dancing afterwards. This room also looks out onto the busy street and there's al fresco space for taking a quick break from the party.
If planning your shindig for quite a large number, enquire with the team about taking over the entire restaurant which includes both floors and the garden at the back - although this might not be much use in December! This way you can host more people and layer the experience, sectioning certain parts for a drinks reception before, and shaking a tail feather afterwards.
In terms of menus, while Christmas might be a little different, Bar 163 usually lays on an impressive amount of celebration dining options which include choosing between a buffet, sharing boards and set two or three courses. You can speak with the team about the best produce on offer at the time of your event, as well as any dietary requirements you might have.