Dining

Events

What is the minimum spend for exclusive venue hire at HERA Restaurant?

The minimum spend for exclusive venue hire of HERA Restaurant is £16,000. This covers the venue hire fee when your event meets this spending threshold. If your budget is below this amount, exclusive hire may not be available.

What are the venue's operating hours and latest finish time for events?

HERA Restaurant operates daily from 11:00am to 11:00pm. All events must conclude by 11:00pm as this is when the venue closes. The venue is located in a corporate/residential area and is subject to standard noise restrictions.

What capacity can HERA Restaurant accommodate for seated and standing events?

The main restaurant space can comfortably accommodate 130 seated guests with additional space for a DJ and dancefloor area. For smaller groups, the venue can handle 30 guests for intimate celebrations. The venue offers flexibility for both seated dinners and standing cocktail receptions.

How much does catering cost and what menu options are available?

Set menus are priced at £50 per person for a 3-course meal. For example, 130 guests would cost £6,500 for food (£50 x 130 = £6,500). The venue creates bespoke set menus tailored to your event requirements rather than offering standard packages.

How do drinks packages work and what do they typically cost?

Drinks packages are customized based on your budget and guest count. For a 130-person event with a £10,000 total budget, approximately £3,500 would be allocated for drinks after food costs. The venue recommends 5-6 drinks per guest, which would cost around £7,920 for 70 guests, though exact pricing depends on your drink selections.

What music and entertainment options are available?

For private venue hire, HERA can play your desired playlist through their restaurant speaker system at no additional cost. Alternatively, they can book a DJ for you at an additional cost that depends on the number of hours required. The venue has a dedicated speaker system with two microphones available for speeches and presentations.

What additional fees should I expect beyond food and drinks?

A service charge applies to all events, estimated at approximately £1,650-£1,980 depending on your total spend. This service charge is mandatory and added to your final bill. No separate venue hire fee applies when you meet the £16,000 minimum spend requirement.

What type of events does HERA Restaurant accommodate?

HERA accommodates private parties, birthday celebrations, Christmas parties, corporate events, and seated dinners with entertainment. The venue is defined as a fine-dining restaurant and events space rather than a club, so high-volume club-style events may not be suitable due to noise restrictions in the corporate/residential location.

What information do I need to provide when making an enquiry?

You need to specify your preferred date, guest count, timing (lunch or dinner), event style (seated meal or standing cocktail reception), and estimated budget range or spend per person. The venue also asks about specific requirements like entertainment, speeches, or dancefloor needs to provide accurate recommendations.

How flexible is the venue with smaller budgets or guest counts?

For smaller events like a 30-person birthday party, the venue can accommodate groups well below the £16,000 minimum spend, though exclusive hire may not be available. They work with various budget ranges and can adjust drinks packages accordingly, such as setting up a tab system where guests pay for additional drinks once the allocated amount is spent.