BFI Southbank

B F I Southbank, Belvedere Road, London, SE1 8XT -

From
£2000 min spend
Up to
180 guests
Internal Catering
allowed

About Venue

Nestled under Waterloo Bridge, BFI Southbank offers a unique blend of cinematic history, stylish event spaces, and state-of-the-art screening facilities.
From the hidden speakeasy-style Drawing Room for intimate dining to the vibrant BFI Bar & Kitchen and Riverfront spaces, the venue caters to every occasion. For a party with stunning Thames-side views, the Balcony Bar and its spacious terrace provide the perfect backdrop. Whether you’re planning a film premiere, a corporate event, or a private celebration, BFI Southbank delivers an unforgettable experience in the heart of London’s cultural district.

Capacity & Layout

Standing

up to 180

Dining

up to 60

Food & Beverage

Catering arrangements

Catering facilities

Refreshments

Alcohol

Facilities & Amenities

Disabled access

Air conditioning

Natural light

Outdoor / Garden / Beach

Public transport

Premises parking

Audio & Visual

Projector & screen

TV screen

WiFi

Space Rules

Allowed events

Licensed for alcohol

Cancellation policy

If for any reason you cancel an Event after you have returned a signed copy of the Letter of Agreement to us, you will receive a percentage refund of any amounts paid to us, depending on when we receive your notice of cancellation, as follows: i. for any notice of cancellation received more than fifty-six (56) days before the Event: 90% shall be refunded; ii. for any notice of cancellation received between fifty-six (56) and twenty-nine (29) days (inclusive) before the Event: 50% shall be refunded; iii. for any notice of cancellation received between twenty-eight (28) days and fifteen (15) days (inclusive) before the Event: 25% shall be refunded; iv. for any notice of cancellation received fourteen (14) or less days before the Event: 0% shall be refunded.

Other rules

Please note that the BFI Southbank and Balcony Bar are non-smoking venues, however designated areas are available.

Location

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Reviews

Sarah
July 2025
I host regular drinks at BFI Riverfront and have enjoyed great service. Thanks very much to your staff on 24th July, especially Megan in the upstairs bar who was friendly and positive and helped move our group onto the terrace smoothly, (where it was cooler and quieter). The bar can get a little noisy and hot, but the atmopshere generally is great and the staff are wonderful. Hosting drinks and making sure everyone finds the right spot can have its stresses, so friendly, positive staff can really help make the night go well.
Maliblue Roo
August 2025
Very lovely place. No idea it was a cinema! Staff were great, food was lovely. Busy, but fast service.
GMT
October 2025
A great place for a pre-screening aperitif: snacks and wine in this instance. The fries are crispy and cooked well; the squid is always a chilli delight. That said they do err on the expensive side for the portion size. Only downside is the service can be slow as the bar also prepares the drinks orders for the restaurant. If the place is busy you have to be prepared to wait and ensure you're not overlooked. It's a long bar. Ppl push in.