Dining

Events

What are the exact costs for each event space including all mandatory charges?

The Hari offers multiple spaces with different pricing structures. The Snug (semi-private bar area) has no room hire fee but requires a £1,200-£1,500 minimum spend plus 12.5-13.5% service charge. The Garden Terrace costs £700-£1,000 room hire plus £1,500-£1,650 minimum spend plus service charge. The Hari Bar exclusive hire is £3,000 plus £5,000-£10,200 minimum spend plus service charge. Il Pampero restaurant hire ranges from complimentary to £2,800 with minimum spends of £1,000-£4,800 plus service charge.

What are the capacity limits for each space and event format?

Capacity varies significantly by space and setup. The Snug accommodates up to 30-35 guests for standing receptions. The Garden Terrace holds up to 15 guests for seated dining or 30 for standing receptions. The Hari Bar exclusive hire accommodates up to 100-120 guests for standing receptions. The Muse private dining room seats up to 22 guests in boardroom setup. Il Pampero can accommodate 20-30 guests for seated dining depending on table configuration.

What are the available time slots and any timing restrictions?

Most evening events run from 6pm-7pm start times until 11pm-midnight finish, with some extending to 23:30. Daytime events can start as early as 12:00-14:00 and run until 16:00-18:00. DJ music must stop at 23:00 for Garden Terrace events. The venue appears to accommodate events 7 days a week, though specific day restrictions aren't detailed in the available information.

What food and beverage restrictions apply and what external items are permitted?

All food must come through The Hari's kitchen except for cakes, which incur a £100 cutting fee if brought externally. Cocktails must be pre-ordered and all bottled beverages are charged on consumption. You can only bring your own DJ to The Garden Terrace as it's fully private. Pre-orders are required for food and beverages will be charged on consumption until minimum spend is reached.

How does the minimum spend system work and when is it calculated?

Minimum spends are in addition to room hire fees and include VAT. All beverages are charged on consumption and the venue will inform you once the minimum spend is reached. Service charges of 12.5-13.5% are added on top of the minimum spend. Food and drinks must be pre-ordered, and any consumption beyond the minimum is charged additionally.

What booking holds and confirmation processes are required?

The venue places holds on dates but releases them if no response is received by specified deadlines. For same-day bookings, holds may be released by 12pm if no confirmation is received. The booking process requires pre-orders for food and beverages, and the venue follows up multiple times before releasing held dates.

Which spaces offer privacy levels and what does semi-private mean?

The Garden Terrace and The Muse offer full privacy as completely private spaces. The Snug is semi-private, located within The Hari Bar on the mezzanine floor, giving a private members club feel but not complete isolation. Il Pampero offers both semi-private table reservations and full private hire of the entire restaurant. Semi-private means you have a designated area but share the overall venue space.

What entertainment and technical capabilities are available?

DJs are only permitted in The Garden Terrace due to its fully private nature. The venue has built-in bars in spaces like Il Pampero that can divide areas for arrival drinks and dining. Technical specifications for screens, projectors, or sound systems are not detailed in the available information, so these would need to be confirmed directly with the venue.

Are there any seasonal pricing variations or service charge differences?

Service charges vary between spaces and appear to have increased over time, ranging from 12.5% to 13.5%. Some quotes show 12.5% while others show 13.5%, suggesting either seasonal variations or recent increases. Room hire fees also show some variation for the same spaces, indicating potential seasonal or demand-based pricing adjustments.

What alternative dining options exist if private rooms don't fit the budget?

Il Pampero restaurant offers semi-private dining with lower minimum spends (£1,000-£1,100) compared to private rooms, though you'll be seated at tables within the restaurant rather than having exclusive use. The Snug offers complimentary room hire with just minimum spend requirements. These options provide more budget-friendly alternatives to full private hire while still offering elevated experiences.