BFI Southbank, Balcony Bar
B F I Southbank, Belvedere Road, London, SE1 8XT -
From
£2000 min spend
Up to
180 guests
Offers
catering
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.
If you are looking for an iconic London venue to host your next event, staff gathering, reception or annual Christmas party, why not book the BFI Southbank's Riverfront restaurant and Balcony Bar and let your guests feel like stars for the night? The Riverfront can be booked together with any of the BFI Southbank's other inspiring venues for conferences and events. With its impressive waterfront location, private bar and entrance, the Riverfront and Balcony Bar is the perfect place to host your delegates for a welcome breakfast or an evening networking cocktail. In summer the space can be combined with an al fresco terrace that overlooks iconic London sights and the Thames, making it a unique location to host the networking portion of your business event.
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
Reviews
- SarahJuly 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 RooAugust 2025
Very lovely place. No idea it was a cinema! Staff were great, food was lovely. Busy, but fast service.
- GMTOctober 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.
