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Slug & Lettuce, Friar Street Reading
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First Floor Bar
FFB6124Type
Exclusive
Time
17:00 - 01:00
Seated
60 - 102
Standing
80 - 150
From
POA per person (excl. VAT) people have looked at this space
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POA per person (excl. VAT) people have looked at this space
First Floor Bar / Festive Package
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What this party includes
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Host your Christmas party at Slug & Lettuce, Friar Street, Reading, where the upper trading first floor is available for exclusive festive hire. This contemporary and decadent bar and restaurant is known for its hanging floral displays, bold neon signs, and stylish décor, creating an instantly celebratory setting. The space includes a private bar, private toilets, and an outdoor terrace, perfect for corporate gatherings or groups of friends wanting a seasonal celebration in the heart of Reading.
Choose between our festive buffet menu for a relaxed party vibe or our set Christmas dinner menu for a more traditional sit-down celebration. Both menus feature seasonal dishes ideal for groups looking to toast the season in style. To set the mood, you can stream your own playlists through the venue’s sound system, or we can arrange for a DJ to get the dance floor going well into the night.
Our Christmas party specialists will help plan every detail, from food and drink options to layout and entertainment, so your group can make the most of the space. Get in touch with your requirements, and we’ll confirm packages and availability to help you host a festive event your guests will remember all season long.
datesPrices
Dates and prices
DATE | PRICE Ex VAT | PRICE Inc VAT | PARTY | TYPE | +XMAS LIST | HOLD | BOOK VENUE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 26 Nov | POA (pp) | POA (pp) | Festive Package | Exclusive (Dinner) | |||
| Thu 27 Nov | POA (pp) | POA (pp) | Festive Package | Exclusive (Dinner) | |||
| Fri 28 Nov | POA (pp) | POA (pp) | Festive Package | Exclusive (Dinner) | |||
| Sat 29 Nov | POA (pp) | POA (pp) | Festive Package | Exclusive (Dinner) | |||
| Wed 03 Dec | POA (pp) | POA (pp) | Festive Package | Exclusive (Dinner) | |||
| Thu 04 Dec | POA (pp) | POA (pp) | Festive Package | Exclusive (Dinner) | |||
| Fri 05 Dec | POA (pp) | POA (pp) | Festive Package | Exclusive (Dinner) | |||
| Sat 06 Dec | POA (pp) | POA (pp) | Festive Package | Exclusive (Dinner) | |||
| Wed 10 Dec | POA (pp) | POA (pp) | Festive Package | Exclusive (Dinner) | |||
| Thu 11 Dec | £2500.00 (ms) | £3000.00 (ms) | Festive Package | Exclusive (Dinner) | |||
| Fri 12 Dec | POA (pp) | POA (pp) | Festive Package | Exclusive (Dinner) | |||
| Sat 13 Dec | POA (pp) | POA (pp) | Festive Package | Exclusive (Dinner) | |||
| Wed 17 Dec | POA (pp) | POA (pp) | Festive Package | Exclusive (Dinner) | |||
| Thu 18 Dec | POA (pp) | POA (pp) | Festive Package | Exclusive (Dinner) | |||
| Fri 19 Dec | POA (pp) | POA (pp) | Festive Package | Exclusive (Dinner) | |||
| Sat 20 Dec | POA (pp) | POA (pp) | Festive Package | Exclusive (Dinner) |
All prices are per person. Dates are subject to availability at the time of booking. The prices listed for exclusive events are guide prices and may vary based on your group's size and requirements. Please submit an enquiry or call us on 0203 967 6967 for definitive prices.
Party menu
Sample Set Menu
Starters
Burrata cheese with fig & honey chutney, with sweet & sour pickled onion and toasted focaccia. 5
Chicken skewers. With a sweet cherry BBQ sauce, sour cream and flakes of toasted corn with honey & chopped peanuts.
Crispy duck gyoza. With a sticky-sweet plum & gingerbread sauce, spring onion, red chilli and rocket.
Mushroom & crumbly blue aracini. With caramelised red onion chutney, a garlic & herb dip and rocket. (Ve)
Main Course
Beef Burger. Two beef patties, Monterey Jack cheese, cheese sauce, smoked pulled turkey and caramelised onion chutney in a soft glazed bun with miso mayo*, served with pigs in blankets, a sticky cherry BBQ sauce. Skin on fries or salad.
Cauliflower Tart. Topped with Sheese® and slow-roasted tomatoes, served with Tenderstem® broccoli, truffle oil & tarragon skin-on fries and caramelised onion chutney (Ve)
Festive Mac 'n' Cheese. Topped with smoked pulled turkey, fig & honey chutney, pigs in blankets and a side salad.
Mac 'n' Cheese. Topped with slow-roasted tomatoes, fig & honey chutney and sweet & sour pickled red onion, served with a side salad. (V)
S&L Turkey Feast. Turkey stuffed with pork, sage & onion stuffing and wrapped in bacon, served with pigs in blankets, Tenderstem® broccoli, honey roast parsnips, buttery chive mashed potato, red cabbage & apple, fig & honey chutney and gravy
Surf & Turf. 8oz sirloin steak with crispy coated prawns, Béarnaise tarragon butter sauce, peas, slow-roasted tomatoes and skin-on fries, served with a pot of caramelised onion chutney
Dessert
Christmas pudding bites. With whipped cream, amaretto syrup, flakes of toasted corn, honey and chopped peanuts. (V)
Festive chocolate brownie. With cherry compote, Belgian chocolate sauce, whipped cream and freeze-dried raspberries, finished with a candy cane and crumbled chocolate. (V)
Gold dusted key lime pie. With gingerbread syrup and freeze-dried raspberries
White chocolate & winter berry roulade. With popcorn flavoured ice cream and white chocolate sauce. (V)
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aboutSpace
About First Floor Bar / Festive Package
Seated
60 - 102
Standing
80 - 150
Located in the centre of Reading, Slug & Lettuce, Friar Street is a stylish bar and restaurant with two floors, striking floral décor, and bold neon features. Its central location makes it an easy choice for teams and groups travelling from across Berkshire and beyond.
The entire venue is available for exclusive Christmas party hire, offering two bars, an outdoor terrace, and flexible spaces that can be arranged for both seated dining and standing receptions. Whether you’re planning a large corporate event or a festive night out with friends, the venue can be tailored to suit your group size and style of celebration.
Guests can choose from our festive buffet or set dinner menus, and entertainment options include streaming your own playlists or adding a DJ for a full party experience. Our team will help you make the most of the space, ensuring your Christmas event is seamless from start to finish.
locations
Location
Where's the party?
Slug & Lettuce, The Former Post Office, Friar St, Reading, RG1 1DB
How to get there
Nearest train station: Reading
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