Set beside the River Cam in the heart of Cambridge, Millworks offers an atmospheric setting for private dining, combining industrial interiors with waterside views and flexible event spaces. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting a family gathering or organising a business dinner, the venue’s private function room accommodates up to 48 guests for a seated meal, providing an intimate space away from the main restaurant while retaining the venue’s distinctive character.
Private dining menus are built around seasonal ingredients sourced from trusted local suppliers, with a choice of carefully curated set menus available for groups. Guests can begin with dishes such as soup of the day, watermelon and feta salad or buffalo chicken wings before moving on to mains including chicken supreme, steak and ale pie, hake supreme, sweet potato and feta filo parcels with spiced hummus, or an 8oz sirloin steak. Desserts such as sticky toffee pudding, chocolate delice and lemon tart complete the experience.
The restaurant’s industrial heritage is reflected throughout the interiors, where exposed brick walls, dark timber furniture and leather booth seating are complemented by colourful artwork, rich burgundy feature walls and exposed pipework overhead. Trailing greenery and potted plants soften the space, while large windows fill the restaurant with natural light and frame views across the river.
An extensive drinks list includes wines, ports, beers, low- and no-alcohol beers and wines, cocktails, mocktails and premium spirits. Signature serves include the Hot Honey Margarita, Pornstar Martini and Espresso Martini. One of Millworks’ standout features is its location beside one of Cambridge’s best-known punting departure points, allowing guests to combine a private dining experience with a chauffeured punt along the River Cam, passing landmarks including the Bridge of Sighs, King’s College Chapel and several of the city’s historic riverside colleges.