Best Restaurants For Hire In Glasgow

Looking for an impressive restaurant to suit every occasion. Then check out The Alchemist, a cool destination on George Square that's filled with sultry, dark decor, comfy booth seating and lots of stylish golden touches throughout.

You can hire out the entire venue for 66 people, or 210 standing, while the private speakeasy bar seats 35. Tuck into everything from coconut tofu curry to lobster mac 'n' cheese or tempura fish and chips, paired with some of the most unique cocktails around.

The beautiful Moskito Cocktail Bar & Restaurant is certainly an impressive choice for restaurant hire, flaunting gorgeous artwork in every corner and neon-lit booths. You'll find this sophisticated spot on Bath Street, perfect for birthdays and other celebrations.

The Monkey Room fits up to 130 people at a time, or 60 seated, with its own private entrance and a DJ booth. You can also hire the entire venue for a maximum of 350 guests, both offering delicious cocktails and a variety of international plates like miso-glazed salmon, Canarian potatoes and truffle fries.

Looking for a stunning spot to hire for your next special occasion? Then check out Maison by Glaschu, the gorgeous French eatery that sits on the second floor in Princes Square. This stylish destination is filled with luscious greenery, as well as comfy leather booths and armchairs.

You can hire out the entire venue for up to 250 guests, or book a private dining room for a smaller group. Sip delicious cocktails, paired with sumptuous French plates like whole chicken cooked in garlic, gruyere and confit onion burgers or baked truffled camembert.

Glasgow's oldest bar and restaurant, Sloans has been around on Argyle Street since 1797. They're known for their lively events and film screenings, but this venue is also a great choice for private hire - thanks to multiple floors and a number of spaces available.

You can exclusively hire their first floor restaurant for up to 55 people at a sit down meal, or 60 for a buffet and drinks. This gorgeous space is filled with vintage decor, and can be tailored to suit your needs. There's also a grand ballroom on the top floor that fits over 100 guests, as well as smaller dining rooms and snugs.

Situated in the Shawlands, Kilmurry and Co is a top choice for restaurant hire. The charming space is filled with exposed brick walls, rustic wooden furniture and comfy leather seating, which you can hire for a maximum of 60 people, or 45 standing.

The venue hire costs £500, with minimum spends starting from £1,000. There's an all-day men to enjoy while you're here, featuring the likes of steak and eggs, loaded fries or halloumi burgers.

Whatever kind of event you're hosting, you can count on The Collectors Hall to do it in style. This stylish destination is found on George Street, flaunting heritage architecture and modern interior design across multiple floors.

There are multiple different private spaces available, and you can hire out the whole Hazel restaurant for up to 100 people, or 90 seated. The menu is pretty impressive too - think dry-aged sirloin steaks, kale pesto spaghetti, roasted cod fillet and so much more.

Situated in the West End, Cubatas is a fantastic tapas restaurant that specialises in traditional dishes with innovative presentations. Their Spanish chefs are cooking up the likes of deep-fried halloumi, harissa-roasted cauliflower, vegetable paella and much more, with multiple private spaces to enjoy it in.

The tapas bar itself fits 65 people seated, or 80 standing, while there's room for up to 100 in their basement space. There's even a heated and covered outdoor terrace that you can hire, with a capacity of 50 guests.

Make your way to Buchanan Street to discover Chaophraya, the largest Thai restaurant in Europe. The stunning venue spans across four floors, with opulent red and gold decor throughout and a charming balcony that looks out over the streets below.

There are four different private spaces to choose from here, including the elegant Thai ballroom that fits up to 50 guests. They also offer the Young and Funky room for a maximum of 16 people - perfect for small private dining in Glasgow.

Looking for a space to host a private event with energy and style? TGI Fridays™ Buchanan Street has it all. With loaded burgers, saucy ribs, sizzling fajitas, and plant-based options, plus a drinks menu that spans creative cocktails and classics, it's perfect for corporate events, celebrations, or any gathering that calls for good vibes.

Interactive cocktail masterclasses and bottomless brunch experiences add an extra twist to your event, ensuring guests leave happy and full. For larger groups or multiple locations, Fridays also offers private hire at TGI Fridays Fort, Braehead, and Silverburn, making it one of the most flexible party venues in Glasgow.

Best known for their sustainable Argentinian steaks and extensive wine list, Gaucho is a great place to host events of any size. The gorgeous West Nile Street venue boasts plush velvet seating and their signature low lighting for a sultry atmosphere, and they've won awards for their sustainability in the past - as well as receiving the OpenTable Diners' Choice award in 2024.

For larger events, you can hire out the entire venue for up to 200 people, or 120 seated. Or for a maximum of 50 guests, you can enjoy exclusive use of the semi-private bar space. While you're here, sip creative cocktails and chow down on steaks, burgers, pasta dishes and more.