Our Christmas outing with work brought us to Boom Battle Bar Oxford Street for games, cocktails and a little friendly competition before dinner.
We booked a few games rather than trying everything. It turned out to be a fun way to spend time together outside the office, even if darts did not reveal a hidden talent of mine.
This review reflects my previous visit, originally shared in December 2023. Current booking information is included below to help you plan your own outing.
Games and Friendly Competition
The games were what made the evening different from simply meeting at a bar. Having something to do together gave our group plenty to laugh about.
I am not the strongest darts player, but that did not stop me enjoying the evening. You do not need to be particularly competitive to join in, although a few colleagues might discover otherwise once the scores appear.
The venue currently lists augmented reality darts, augmented reality axe throwing, shuffleboard, Crazier Golf, beer or prosecco pong, karaoke and American pool. These are the advertised options, rather than a list of everything we tried.
Cocktails and Food
Cocktails were part of our visit, alongside the games and conversation. For me, the appeal was the combination: an activity to bring everyone together and somewhere to enjoy a drink afterwards.
The venue also offers food, but menus and packages can change. Check the current food and drink options before deciding whether to eat there or arrange a separate dinner, as we did.
Planning a Group Visit
Boom Battle Bar Oxford Street is at 70–88 Oxford Street, London W1D 1BP, close to Tottenham Court Road station.
For a group outing, decide which games interest you most before booking. Check the session length, group capacity and what is included, leaving enough time between activities and any dinner reservation.
Age restriction: the venue is strictly over-18s after 7pm. Check the rules for your chosen activity and arrival time before booking.
For current availability, menus and Christmas party enquiries, visit the official Boom Battle Bar Oxford Street website.
Current Prices and Packages
Checked 8 November 2026: the Oxford Street website advertises BOOM Bundles from £27.50 per person, including game time, drinks and street food.
This is an advertised starting price, not what I paid for our visit. Check the games, food, drinks and dates included in your chosen bundle. Christmas party packages may have different prices and conditions.
My Thoughts on Our Work Night Out
I enjoyed having something playful to do together before dinner. Booking a few games gave our evening a different rhythm from a traditional seated Christmas meal.
If your group likes activities and friendly competition, it could be an option to explore. Choose the games that suit your group rather than feeling you need to fit everything into one visit.
Make an Evening of Oxford Street
If you are visiting during the festive season, you could combine your outing with part of my London Christmas lights walking route. Follow the sections that suit your plans, allowing time for your booked activities.
For a different kind of indoor evening, explore my London theatre reviews, with personal experiences to help you choose a show.
Keep the Festive Evening Going
A little competition, cocktails and then London sparkling outside, if your group wants to make more of the evening, a Christmas lights bus tour could be another part of the plan.
Swap the games for views of decorated streets while a live guide shares stories along the way. I have not taken this particular tour myself, so check the route, departure point and timings before fitting it around your Boom booking.
The tour and Boom Battle Bar activities are booked separately.
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→ Explore London’s Christmas lights by bus
