Private dining venues for hire in London Bridge
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The Shard dominates with three showstoppers: Shangri-La's Ren room hosts up to 100 seated guests at level 34, while Hutong's Beijing room combines Northern Chinese cuisine with floor-to-ceiling views for 24 diners. For something more intimate, Aqua Shard's glass private dining rooms on level 31 seat 30 with Tower Bridge as backdrop. Just minutes from the station, Restaurant Story offers Michelin two-star precision in their 16-seat first-floor sanctuary. Each venue brings serious wow-factor, but book early as these spaces fill months ahead for key dates.
Borough Market's private dining extends well beyond market stalls. Roast's private room seats 10 with views directly into the Floral Hall, while Café François's Market Room accommodates 30 overlooking the pastry kitchen. Arthur Hooper's Fruit & Veg Room provides an intimate 16-seat space above the market bustle. For larger groups, Hawksmoor Borough's Cooks' Room puts 18 guests beside the open kitchen for theatrical steak experiences. Bedales' first-floor balcony handles up to 45 seated with wine-focused menus. The trick is matching your group's vibe to the venue: corporate lunches work brilliantly at Roast, while Hawksmoor suits celebration dinners.
Large groups find surprising flexibility here. Glaziers Hall scales up to 200 seated in their riverside rooms, with the atmospheric London Bridge Arches hosting 100 for dinner. Shangri-La's Ren room manages 100 seated or 150 standing with five-star service at altitude. Casa do Frango's ground floor exclusive hire accommodates 95 seated for Portuguese feasts. BRIX LDN pushes capacity further with 120 seated in their main dining room, expandable to 250 standing when you add their lounge and basement. For something different, The Golden Hinde ship hosts up to 40 for seated Tudor-themed dinners. Most venues offer flexible layouts, so discuss your exact needs with Zipcube's team.
Café François publishes clear minimums: £1,000 breakfast, £2,500 lunch, £3,000 dinner for their Market Room. Shangri-La's rooms range from £750 for Yi to £12,000 for Ren depending on timing. Casa do Frango's Boa Vida starts around £550, while their larger Boa Pinga requires £1,500+. The Old Thameside Inn's terrace typically needs £3,500-4,000 commitment. Premium venues like Hutong and Aqua Shard often work on £2,000-5,000 minimums for evening slots. These figures shift seasonally, with December commanding premiums and January offering value. Zipcube helps navigate these requirements to match your budget with the right space.
London Bridge excels at unconventional private dining. BAO Borough's KTV room combines Taiwanese grilling with private karaoke for 14-16 guests at £35 per person minimum. The Golden Hinde transforms Drake's reconstructed galleon into a floating dining room for 40. Vinoteca's mezzanine overlooks their working wine bar for 30 diners immersed in the action. Trivet's Mustard Room positions groups beside the kitchen for chef interaction. Santo Remedio's upstairs Cantina brings Mexico City energy with an agave bar for 60. Glaziers Hall's London Bridge Arches deliver medieval atmosphere in actual bridge vaults. These spaces create stories beyond standard private dining.
Premium spaces like Shangri-La's event rooms and Restaurant Story's PDR often book 2-3 months ahead for Friday/Saturday slots. Hutong's Beijing and Shanghai rooms fill quickly for December, sometimes by September. Market venues like Hawksmoor's Cooks' Room and Roast's private space typically need 4-6 weeks notice for prime times. Smaller spaces like BAO's KTV room or Arthur Hooper's Fruit & Veg Room might have availability with 2-3 weeks warning. January through March offers more flexibility, while November-December requires earliest planning. Zipcube's platform shows real-time availability, saving endless email chains with individual venues.
Smart money finds quality without Shard prices. BAO Borough's KTV room charges no hire fee with just £35pp minimum spend. Vinoteca's mezzanine needs only £750-1,000 minimum midweek. El Vino London Bridge offers casual formats from £30-45pp for groups. The Market Porter's dining room provides 40-seat capacity from £1,500 total spend. Tap & Bottle's upstairs snug works for intimate groups from £800. Bedales' spaces deliver wine-focused dining from £35pp. These venues prove private dining doesn't require corporate budgets, especially for lunch slots or midweek bookings when minimums drop significantly.
Corporate credibility comes standard at Shangri-La's Li and Yi rooms, offering boardroom-adjacent dining with five-star polish. Aqua Shard's glass PDRs impress without overwhelming, perfect for closing deals at altitude. Restaurant Story's first-floor room signals serious intent with two Michelin stars. Trivet's Mustard Room balances sophistication with approachability for client dinners. Vivat Bacchus's Cellar Room suits wine-led business dining for 50. Glaziers Hall's riverside rooms handle formal banquets up to 200. For creative industries, BRIX LDN's industrial spaces or Casa do Frango's warehouse rooms bring relaxed professionalism. Each offers AV capabilities and dedicated service teams.
London Bridge Station's Northern, Jubilee and National Rail lines put every venue within 12 minutes' walk. The Shard venues (Shangri-La, Hutong, Aqua Shard) sit 2-3 minutes from the station exit. Borough Market spots like Roast, Hawksmoor and Café François cluster 3-4 minutes away. Restaurant Story on Tooley Street needs 8-10 minutes, while Bermondsey Street's The Garrison extends to 10-12 minutes. Borough Station adds Northern line backup, 6-10 minutes to most venues. Monument Station serves venues via Bank junction. Evening taxis queue at London Bridge Station's Tooley Street rank, though most venues sit close enough to walk even in formal wear.
Seasonal terraces transform private dining from May through September. The Old Thameside Inn's riverside terrace hosts 60-100 with Thames views and BBQ options. Tavolino's terrace overlooks More London's fountains for Italian al fresco dining. El Vino's outdoor space seats 18 overlooking London Bridge Station's bustle. Madison at One New Change (technically just outside our boundary but worth noting) offers rooftop private dining with St Paul's views. Santo Remedio occasionally opens their courtyard for private groups. Weather contingencies matter: most venues require backup indoor space or marquee options. Zipcube's team knows which venues offer covered terraces versus full outdoor exposure.