Apples And Pears, Basement Bar

Apples and Pears is an independent, fun cocktail bar in East London offering private party venue hire to celebrate birthdays, leaving parties, engagements and corporate events. The venue has hosted a range of parties and you can arrange private bar hire of the whole venue or just one bar for your guests to party the night away. The friendly staff at Apples and Pears will be available to assist you every step of the way to ensure your event is a success.

The venue is just a 5 minute walk from Aldgate East underground station with close proximity to Brick Lane, Spitalfields, Shoreditch and the City. There are delicious wood-fired pizzas, cocktails, craft beers and wines to cater for all tastes, and an atmosphere packed with East London energy. There’s a full sound system that you can connect your device to on both floors, two cocktail bars, a heated garden, Wi-Fi, screen, experienced cocktail bartenders, friendly staff and owners, and security.

Canapés and bowl food are available for if you’re a minimum of 30 guests. BBQ’s are available in the summer when hiring the whole venue or lounge bar exclusively. Apples and Pears work with only approved caterers and are happy to provide menus upon request. If you want something more casual, there’s an excellent wood-fired pizza menu for you to dig into.

Upon request Prosecco, Champagne or cocktail drink receptions for your guest's arrival can be arranged. Each bar is stocked full of international spirits and the bar team are always available to produce an array of irresistible, hand-crafted cocktails that are sure to leave your guests happy.

When hiring our basement bar for your party, you can expect the following:

- Efficient and quick communication by Kim who will be your point of contact throughout your booking.
- A friendly bar team and security to look after you and your guests, managed by Reggie.
- You can play your own music or bring your own DJ. We provide fully equipped DJ equipment. Or, we can provide background music for you and you can control the volume as desired.
- Our basement bar is fully air controlled with air conditioning in the warmer months.
- There's quick access to an outdoor area.
- Regarding decorations, this is fine providing it's within our specific guidelines. However, decoration is not permitted in December just because we decorate for Christmas but you can bring free standing balloons.
- You can bring a cake.
- You can bring your own nibbles and finger food if you wish.
- You can have your own personalised cocktail menu at no extra cost. Info on this is provided after booking.

Overall, we work hard to ensure your party goes smoothly and we make sure you and your guests have a good time!