Bar Kroketa Broadgate

Bar Kroketa is an independent London-based group with a small string of restaurants built around a single, brilliant idea: shining a spotlight on the croqueta, a beloved staple of Northern Spain's tapas culture. Their largest opening to date sits in East London's Broadgate Circle, perfectly positioned to tap into the City's thriving after-work scene.

When it comes to hosting and celebrating, Bar Kroketa Broadgate is built for it. The team pride themselves on making group bookings as straightforward as possible, offering a blank canvas approach that puts guests in control. Whether you want to commandeer a corner table for a birthday dinner or take over the entire venue for a corporate event or private party, the team are on hand to tailor the experience around you. You can build your own package from scratch, choosing freely from the menu, or keep things simple with one of their pre-arranged group deals.

The venue itself offers plenty of flexibility. Inside, there is seated capacity for 57 guests including bar stools, rising to 100 standing. The terrace seats a further 28, with standing capacity of 40 with standing tables or up to 80 without, making it a strong option for larger receptions and drinks events when the weather plays ball.

For those who prefer a ready-made spread, the group sharing menu is a generous tour through the best of Spanish small plates. Kick things off with a kalimotxo sour welcome drink before moving on to sharing boards designed for grazing and good conversation. The classic board covers the tapas essentials - padrón peppers, patatas bravas and tortilla española - while more adventurous options include pulpo, sobrasada tostada and a charcutería selection. Save room for the sweets board, which arrives loaded with chocolate kroketas with salted caramel.

Drinks are equally well suited to a group occasion. Cocktail jugs serve six and make excellent table centrepieces, or go straight for a Cava or beer bucket to keep things flowing.