In the heart of London's West End, Covent Garden is at the centre of all things cultural and historical. That's why there's no place classier for a few cocktails - whether it's happy hour or an occasion that deserves to be celebrated.

We've listed the very best cocktail bars in Covent Garden, from the cool and quirky to the glitzy and glamorous. From birthday parties to work Christmas parties, these cocktail bars will make the night memorable with delicious drinks and amazing atmosphere.

So, take your pick from the best cocktail bars near you, or just get in touch with our venue experts who'll be happy to hunt down the perfect venue for you.

Thanks to its convenient central location, Covent Garden is super easy to get to by tube, train, bus or on foot!

TRANSPORT

Originally a market garden that sold produce from local farms, Covent Garden was first developed in the 1600s and quickly became a hub for entertainment

HISTORY

Covent Garden is renowned for its range of eateries, ranging from casual to more upmarket. There's something for everyone!

FOOD & DRINK

Covent Garden is a vibrant and historic area situated in the heart of London's West End. Centred around a bustling pedestrianised Italian-style Piazza, inside the intricate market building (which dates all the way back to 1835) there are an array of shops, restaurants and bars which can all double as unique event locations! 

Also home to the world-famous London Transport Museum, there are a plethora of venues nearby, perfect for drinks receptions, corporate dinners, conferences or meetings. This area is often used as a filming location too thanks to its aesthetically-pleasing architecure reminiscent of a past era. Covent Garden has excellent transport links to the rest of the city, served by several nearby tube stations as well as Charing Cross train station. Covent Garden is particularly popular in summer, as tourists and locals alike flock to enjoy a cold drink in the Piazza whilst watching the live entertainers that often perform there.

Covent Garden

The London Eye, Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, Hyde Park, Marble Arch... need we say more?!

LANDMARKS

Whether you want to impress clients with French fare or marvellous mezze, London is no stranger to incredible food and drinks hotspots.

From cafes to conference centres, the sheer amount of venues in Central London means there is something for everyone!

VENUE VARIETY

Central London is a large area comprising the City of London and the innermost parts of 6 other boroughs, including Westminster, Southwark, Kensington & Chelsea, Islington, Camden and Lambeth. As this defined area stretches across many well populated and thriving cosmopolitan districts of the capital, it comes as no surprise that there is an endless stream of incredible event venues suitable for every kind of event, each with a unique cultural feel and offering. 

Whether you’re planning a conference, away day, dinner, awards ceremony, rooftop party or a simple team meeting, you’re sure to find the ideal venue in Central London. Plus with world-famous landmarks and iconic locations aplenty, your guests will always be impressed and entertained in equal measure! Central London has an abundance of train and tube stations connecting the areas, as well as buses, taxis, even boats! Plus, with countless hotels and accommodation offerings, out-of-town guests will have no shortage of convenient options.


Central London

Looking for a cool and quirky cocktail bar in Covent Garden? We've picked out the best places for some fun drinks in the heart of London's West End.

Cocktail Bars

Panoramic rooftop cocktail bar in Covent Garden with London skyline views, accommodating 100 standing guests, £10k minimum spend for exclusive hire including food and dri

Miradora is the perfect setting for private events—whether it’s an intimate dinner, corporate gathering, birthday, or
grand celebration.


Garden Rooftop venue with elegant dining setup for corporate and social events.

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Stylish Garden Rooftop bar with marble counter, ideal for networking events and cocktail receptions.

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Garden Rooftop venue with floral ceiling, perfect for events and gatherings.

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Elegant rooftop dining venue with London skyline view, perfect for corporate events.

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Miradora

Garden Rooftop

Victorian secret society-themed cocktail bar in Seven Dials, Covent Garden. Underground Vault with royal blue booths, standing capacity 70, from £250 minimum spend weekda

Situated at the far side of the venue and down a few steps, you will enter our lavish, underground Vault. 

With beautiful royal blue booths against a back drop of luxurious gold it is the perfect space for a private event!

The Vault at The Escapologist: red-lit venue for private events and cocktail receptions.

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Stylish venue with red-lit ceiling, perfect for cocktail events and private parties.

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Events

The Vault

The Escapologist 

Stylish Covent Garden hotel cocktail venue near Thames and theatre district, accommodating up to 110 reception-style, from £170 per delegate for corporate events.

Our event planning extends across conference production, awards ceremonies and product launches. 

We have established a reputation as a trusted corporate event venue and a partner to a wide range of brands and organisations, delivering event planning, and are approved as corporate event venue to brands including Lockton, Universal, Keating Chambers, Mishcon de Reya, Fladgate and others.

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QT Covent Garden, London

Opulent Covent Garden cocktail bar with gold leaf walls and black leather banquettes, up to 50 reception capacity, from £140 per person evening minimum spend.

An exquisite intimate versatile dining room that can be turned into an entertainment room for standing receptions. ideally, for small gatherings, the white room has its own window to the bar, a wall-mounted flat tv screen and mirrors strategically positioned around. Magnificently decorated, the White room features Swarovski studded walls, leather floor, suede ceilings and a wealth of other features including luxury lamp stands , mirrors and sculptures including 2 private booths.

Elegant dining table in The White Room, perfect for corporate dinners and celebrations.

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Luxurious White Room with tufted walls for intimate events and private meetings.

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Elegant White Room with chandelier, ideal for upscale events and private gatherings.

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Elegant dining area in The White Room, perfect for upscale events and intimate gatherings.

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Intimate dining in The White Room, 1989 Clubhouse, perfect for exclusive events and meetings.

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The White Room 

1989 Clubhouse

1920s Shanghai-themed cocktail bar in Chinatown with open-kitchen bartender's table, quirky booths, up to 40 standing, from £125 per person minimum spend.

The Apothecary bar is located on the second floor at Opium and can accommodate up to 30-40 guests seated or standing. The room is elongated in shape and the main Apothecary bar adorned with medicinal bottles (you won't have to learn Cantonese, we promise!), splits the bar between two areas. To the far left we have an area with higher, stool type seating and to the right we have "Tea parlour" section which has lower, more dining style tables and chairs. The bar is available for private hires and drinks reception. Exclusive hire of the bar includes full waiting staff/bartenders. 

"Intimate Apothecary Bar with rich red tones, ideal for cocktail receptions and themed events."

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Vibrant Apothecary Bar with red ambiance, perfect for intimate gatherings and events.

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Cozy Apothecary Bar with warm lighting, perfect for private events and gatherings.

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Stylish Apothecary Bar with red lighting, perfect for cocktail receptions and networking events.

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The Apothecary Bar

Opium Cocktail & Dim sum parlour

Private Soho club with 150-capacity Green Room, natural daylight, private bar, and London's largest roof terrace. From £8,000 minimum spend for cocktail events.

The Green room is a large space in the Heart of the Club. It can accommodate up to 150 people, has a fully operating bar, private bathroom facilities, full A/V tech and can be set up for theatre, cabaret, banqueting, standing reception. Perfect for conferences, meetings, networking, presentations.

Stylish Green Room bar at Century Club, perfect for networking events and cocktail receptions.

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Elegant Green Room at Century Club, perfect for weddings and corporate events.

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Elegant Green Room at Century Club, ideal for networking events and receptions.

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Green Room at Century Club with chiavari chairs for presentations and events.

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Green Room at Century Club: modern event space with polished floors for corporate and social events.

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Green Room

Century Club

Victorian-inspired gin parlour with 200+ gins, ideal for intimate cocktail events, accommodates up to 50 standing, from £40 per person exclusive hire.

Mr Fogg's Gin Parlour houses an impressive plethora of gins, tonics and botanicals. The refined space boasts a collection of over 200 gins, from known favourites to rare and uniquely selected gins. Next to the gin room lies the parlour, which features beautiful and traditionally upholstered furniture, alongside eclectic trinkets adorning the surrounding walls. 
Full venue hire: From 30 to 50 guests.

Elegant Mr Fogg's Gin Parlour venue with vintage decor for intimate events and gatherings.

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Cozy bar area in Mr Fogg's Gin Parlour for cocktail receptions and networking events.

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Cozy bar area in Mr Fogg's Gin Parlour for intimate gatherings and networking events.

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Elegant Mr Fogg's Gin Parlour venue for intimate gatherings and networking events.

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"Charming Mr Fogg's Gin Parlour venue for intimate gatherings and networking events."

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Full Venue Hire

Mr Fogg's Gin Parlour

Panoramic London skyline rooftop cocktail bar on the Strand, ideal for corporate drinks receptions. Up to 240 standing, retractable roof, from £100 per person.

To watch the sun rise on the London skyline and say 'I do' makes Radio Bar a sensational, romantic and memorable place to get married. If you are looking for a modern, unique and luxurious place to tie the knot, Radio Bar is the perfect location. Our chefs can work closely with the couple to come up with a mouth watering menu that your guests will love. 


Stylish rooftop venue in London with panoramic views for upscale events and gatherings.

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Exclusive Hire at Radio Rooftop London, modern bar with elegant lighting for upscale events.

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Stylish rooftop lounge at Radio Rooftop London for intimate gatherings and cocktail parties.

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Weddings

Exclusive Hire 

Radio Rooftop London 

38-seat cinema screening room in trendy Soho hotel, ideal for intimate cocktail events with luxury red-pillar seating from £1,500 daily hire.

The Screening Room at W London is a versatile venue suitable for a variety of events, including quirky birthday parties, cinema screenings, press events, gaming nights, and video conferences. It features 38 luxury red-pillar seats positioned for maximum comfort, ambient lighting, and lots of legroom to create an intimate atmosphere. The contemporary screening room is perfect for hosting thought-provoking documentaries, and it has launched the W Film Club in partnership with Dartmouth Films and MyGenderation.

Modern Screening Room at W London, vibrant pink façade, ideal for events and conferences.

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Modern Screening Room in W London, ideal for events near historic architecture.

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Modern Screening Room in W London with tiered seating for events and presentations.

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Modern Screening Room in W London with plush red seating for exclusive events.

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Vibrant Screening Room in W London, historic brick facade, ideal for events and networking.

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Theatre

Screenings

Screening Room

W London

Stylish Covent Garden cocktail lounge with fully stocked bar, DJ booth and VIP seating. Accommodates 70 seated, 200 standing. £7,000 exclusive venue hire.

An extraordinary event space at Enish Covent Garden, where versatility meets sophistication. From intimate dinners to expansive group gatherings and vibrant late-night parties, our venue is designed to host events of every kind.
Situated on the ground floor, our function room boasts a welcoming ambiance and is well-equipped to cater to your event needs. With a seating capacity of 70 and standing space for 200, the venue ensures a comfortable and spacious setting. Enjoy the convenience of a fully stocked bar, a DJ booth for entertainment, and an exclusive VIP seating area for a touch of luxury.

Main Lounge at Enish Restaurant, stylish bar with neon decor for networking events.

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Main Lounge at Enish Restaurant, vibrant red lighting for events and gatherings.

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Vibrant Enish Restaurant lounge with colorful decor, ideal for social gatherings and events.

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Modern lounge corridor with blue lighting, ideal for events and social gatherings.

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Main Lounge

Enish Restaurant & Lounge Covent Garden

Elevated Japanese-Brazilian-Peruvian cocktail bar with outdoor Piazza Terrace, up to 60 standing, ideal for corporate drinks in historic Covent Garden from £42 per person

The Terrace at SUSHISAMBA Covent Garden offers a unique dining experience that blends the culinary traditions of Japan, Brazil, and Peru. This space is perfect for those looking to host an event with a diverse and inventive menu. The Terrace Food Menu features a variety of dishes, including Aperitivos like Edamame and Plantain Chips, Small Plates such as Crispy Taquitos and Samba Salad, and a selection of Raw dishes including Seviche and Tiradito. For those seeking a more substantial meal, the Robata section offers fresh ingredients prepared over a traditional Japanese charcoal grill. The Terrace also serves an assortment of Samba Rolls, Nigiri & Sashimi, and sides. This space is ideal for private events, celebrations, or casual gatherings where guests can enjoy a fusion of flavors in a vibrant and stylish setting.

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Dining

Piazza Terrace

SUSHISAMBA Covent Garden

Intimate 10-seat chef's table in stylish Covent Garden cocktail bar, blending Parisian bistro charm with British influences, from £100 minimum spend daily.

Chef's Table is a unique dining experience located right in front of the open kitchen at Henrietta Experimental. This exclusive table accommodates up to 10 guests, making it an ideal setting for intimate celebrations or corporate gatherings. The ambiance is designed to leave a lasting impression, perfect for those looking to celebrate special occasions or host memorable events. Guests can indulge in a bespoke menu crafted by Chef Jackson Boxer, featuring a unique take on French cuisine. The Chef's Table offers a personalized dining experience that is both sophisticated and inviting, ensuring that every event is tailored to the needs of the guests.

Elegant dining setup at Chef's Table, perfect for upscale events and intimate gatherings.

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Elegant marble dining table with candle for upscale events and private dinners.

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Chef's Table

Henrietta Experimental

Intimate underground cocktail bar in Covent Garden with live burlesque and cabaret. Victorian heritage venue seating 22, standing 55, from £100 minimum spend.

An intimate cocktail bar beneath Covent Garden. 

Once a Victorian Gents (and Theatreland's most infamous cottage) frequented by libertines including Wilde, Orton, Gielgud & Crisp. CellarDoor provides the ideal space for a secret rendezvous & dangerous liaisons in the shadows - with live burlesque, cabaret & drag performance each night. 

Seating for 22 people with capacity for up to 55 standing. Outdoor seating is possible for event hire. 

CellarDoor provides a welcoming environment for all types of events.

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CellarDoor

Looking for a venue that's more than just four walls and a dance floor? The Traitors: Live Experience is perfect for Christmas parties, summer socials and corporate events. Step into a real-time Traitors game, led by a live Host, where you'll complete missions, banish traitors, and out wit opponents. 

💥 Full Venue: 80 seated / 112 standing 

The Mezzanine is a light, airy space with an industrial chic feel. Complete with AV equipment, accesible lifts, private toilets and a bottle bar.

✔️ 2 hours of immersive gameplay followed by private hire space 
✔️ Customisable food & drink packages 





Elegant Mezzanine Full hire at The Traitors Live Experience for networking events.

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Sophisticated bar setup at Mezzanine Full hire for cocktail receptions and networking events.

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Mezzanine Full hire at The Traitors Live Experience, elegant bar for upscale events.

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Elegant Mezzanine event space with green wallpaper, ideal for upscale gatherings and meetings.

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Mezzanine Full hire 

The Traitors Live Experience

An intimate art-deco bar in a luxe cinema, ideal for drinks receptions and networking events.

The Oscar's Bar at ODEON Luxe West End is the perfect place to hold your event drinks reception. A nod art-deco design and ODEON founder Oscar Deutsch, the Oscar's bar is a sophisticated space for any networking event. With a changing menu of film-themed cocktails, and bespoke offerings, our mixologists are ready to create something new for your event. 

Modern event space at ODEON Luxe West End with stylish bar and ambient lighting.

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Vibrant film-themed backdrop at ODEON Luxe West End for pop culture events.

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Modern cinema venue Foyer & Oscar's Bar, ideal for film premieres and corporate events.

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Foyer & Oscar's Bar

ODEON Luxe West End

Private cinema screens in Leicester Square with a bar area. Ideal for premieres and private screenings.

Located in the heart of London's iconic Leicester Square, our screens 5 and 7 offer an unparalleled cinematic experience, perfect for corporate events, private parties, or special celebrations. Enjoy a pre-screening reception with exquisite canapés and drinks in our exclusive bar area, setting the stage for an unforgettable event. Our state-of-the-art digital projectors and 3D capabilities ensure that every film comes to life, while our licensed bar and catering options add a touch of luxury. 

Preview screening event at VUE West End with engaged audience and Q&A panel.

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Modern bar area with curved design in VUE West End, ideal for networking events.