Nightlife in London

By Chris

Local Highs

Platform

5

Down a back alley and up several flights of stairs, you’ll find a great little spot for brunch, lunch, coffee, dinner or evening drinks in a lofty studio space overlooking East London. You’ll be in good company, as the spaces beneath your feet in this former abandoned college are now studios to some of London’s best local artists and designers. Read more ›

by Chris

Lock Tavern

Nightlife 5 0

By Chris

Small Pub, Big Sound

Lock Tavern

5

This unassuming little pub provides an unexpected escape from the tourists crowds milling around the Stables Market, and just beyond the front bar lies a hidden beer garden oasis. Not just an escape, The Lock Tavern provides a regular plethora of live music and DJ's, and it's kitchen is serving up quality comfort food on par big players in central. Read more ›

by Chris

Clapham Old Town

Nightlife 5 1

By James

A subtle throwback

Clapham Old Town

5

The Old Town has its history but it's the present which brings the visitors. Newly paved roads reduce the car-pedestrian threshold, opening people traffic between each venue. To add to the Town's charm, Clapham Common is at it's doorstep making it a perfect ending to a day in the sun. Read more ›

by James

The Plough at Swan Wharf

Nightlife 5 0

By James

Canal life

The Plough at Swan Wharf

5

The community developing west of the Olympic Stadium continues to expand as the Plough becomes the latest industrial refurb to dot the canal. The raw furnishings and alternate atmosphere come as standard in the area, but where the Plough shines is its oversized outdoor area offering generous seating, sun exposure and views of London’s 2012 triumph. Read more ›

by James

The Big Chill House

By Maarika

Chill!

The Big Chill House

5

As they say themselves they are pretty much everything you could want for... delicious food and drinks, events, weekly amazing DJs, two-step dance floor, free Wi-Fi, all-year-round terrace and guaranteed good vibes! Read more ›

by Maarika

Holborn Whippet

Nightlife 6 0

By Chris

Beer from the Brick

Holborn Whippet

6

Nestled in the corner of Holborn's distinctive Sicilian Avenue this little pub is truly unique, stocking only craft breweries from the UK and Germany. Behind the bar awaits a rustic brick wall laden with taps, and a long chalky list of keg and cask beers that attracts local office workers and language students alike. Read more ›

by Chris

East London Liquor Company

Bars 5 1

By Chris

Old Spirits Industry

East London Liquor Company

5

Archi-geeks won't be disappointed by this beautifully restored former glue factory, a stunning backdrop for an evening of quality boozy indulgence. Beyond the bar's glazed wall you can admire a stunning view of the distilling equipment, polished to a high sheen. Read more ›

by Chris

Corsica Studios

Nightlife 6 1

By James

Faithful to their craft

Corsica Studios

6

Most, if not all Central London nightspots cater to the masses which can’t help but dilute any uniqueness your night may have. A 15min tube ride from the city, the people you meet and share the floor with at Corsica aren't there for any reasons of narcissism, they’re there for the love of electronic music and the feel of the venue will reflect that Read more ›

by James

Birthdays

Bars 4 2

By Chris

Bar, Burgers and Basement

Birthdays

4

The real drawcard here is the basement. With it's huge sound system, these walls have witnessed countess parties and raves showcasing London's best DJ's and bands. It's the small venues like Birthdays where you're most likely to discover something unique. Read more ›

by Chris

Electricity Showrooms

Bars 4 0

By Maarika

Dancing queen

Electricity Showrooms

4

Quality local foods or tasty drinks, downstairs dancing or upstairs chilling - the choice is yours and you won't be dissapointed. Arrive early because there is not enough room for everyone! Read more ›

by Maarika

The Craft Beer Co (Clapham)

Nightlife 5 0

By Chris

Local Experts

The Craft Beer Co (Clapham)

5

With its roots in Clerkenwell, this successful establishment of beerly scholars has expanded to locations all over London, and is by far the best place to get a good beer in the area. Sourcing amazing beer from all over the world, for our enjoyment apparently, (and probably theirs) The Craft Beer Co. are truly established as the local beer experts. Read more ›

by Chris

Oval Space

Nightlife 4 0

By Chris

Can't Stand Mainstream?

Oval Space

4

Don't let your ears suffer in a central London club. Located just North of Bethnal Green, Oval Space is a locally renowned venue for live electronic music, hosting big names both local and international through a series of very lengthy club nights and vibrant day/night parties. They also host live broadcasts such as Boiler Room and secretsundaze. Read more ›

by Chris

Homeslice

Nightlife 4 1

By Titti

Heaven = Pizza + Neal's Yard.

Homeslice

4

Well, sharing a giant pizza of 20" in that little heaven of Neal's Yard isn't enough? If you are in Covent Garden, you are hungry and – possibly – it is hot out there, don't waste your time and give it a try. Please, don't take a sit inside like a normal civilian, enjoy your pizza outside and fall in love with Neal's Yard colours. Read more ›

by Titti

Slim Jim's Liquor Store

By Jo

Go now and thank me later

Slim Jim's Liquor Store

5

Slim Jim's is one of my favourite bars. And I say this even though I am a girl and they have a collection of bras hanging from the ceiling. Curious? I would be. It’s dark, so much so you need a good five minutes before your eyes take in the small booths hitting the bare brick walls and the aforementioned bras. Read more ›

by Jo

Three Eight Four

Bars 4 0

By Chris

Occult Cocktails

Three Eight Four

4

This place is always packed and it's easy to understand why. The raw brick and timber surrounds while you kick back in your old leather-clad bus seat provide a stark contrast to the high calibre of cocktails. The seasonal menu is highly experimental; expect smoke, large forms of ice and technical apparatus. Read more ›

by Chris

The Beehive

Nightlife 3 1

By Debi

Nice truly local pub in Walworth

The Beehive

3

This is a genuine local pub in Walworth. Places like these are quickly disappearing in London, so this is a true gem. Service is really friendly, they serve homemade burgers in the evenings and great drinks, including a few options from the local microbrewery Orbit Beers. Read more ›

by Debi

The Falcon

Nightlife 4 0

By Chris

Clapham Kick-starter

The Falcon

4

You'll often find that the best pubs in Clapham are hidden away just off the high street, and The Falcon is no exception. The best thing about this pub, other than the relaxed atmosphere, are the outdoor areas, with beer gardens front and back perfect for sunny days and mild evenings. Read more ›

by Chris

The Doodle Bar

By Chris

Creative Company

The Doodle Bar

5

Hidden just a stone's throw away from Battersea Park lies one of London's coolest little bars, and certainly unexpected from Battersea! This little industrial venue sports a relaxed vibe, food truck, craft beers, good beats and table tennis. The main attraction however, a huge chalk board on which you are free to express your artistic license. Read more ›

by Chris

CASK Pub & Kitchen

Nightlife 3 0

By Chris

Backstreet Craft

CASK Pub & Kitchen

3

Cask know their audience, and strive to keep the beer experts happy with their constantly evolving selection of craft breweries from the UK and beyond. The staff are always happy to give you some background on your beer's origin, and offer recommendations if you're not sure what to try. Read more ›

by Chris

Cittie of Yorke

Bars 2 1

By Ben

Classic pub, Excellent atmosphere

Cittie of Yorke

2

Fantastic atmosphere that is both buzzing and very quiet/intimate - if you can get a booth! There are hundreds of pubs in the local area, but they are nearly all very expensive and usually rather terrible - but the Cittie of York has an excellent range, is very cheap (and high quality!), and did I mention the booths enough already? Read more ›

by Ben

Bogan Bingo

Nightlife 3 0

By Chris

"Bloody Bingo!"

Bogan Bingo

3

Bogan Bingo is a serious good laugh, and free drinks and other prizes are up for grabs! This is a great chance to take in a little Australian comedy and culture in London, and you'll no doubt meet quite a few of the Aussies who now call London home. Audience participation is mandatory, as is shouting obscenities at the winners. Read more ›

by Chris

Bar Kick

Bars 3 0

By Chris

Table Soccer/Foosball/Kicker

Bar Kick

3

Given the interactive nature of this bar, you're bound to make friends quickly as competitors gather around to spectate and share the numerous tables. Sharing is caring however, so be generous and offer games to those around you, Brits are often too polite to ask. What better way to make some new mates? Read more ›

by Chris

Secretsundaze

Nightlife 3 0

By James

Summer sessions

Secretsundaze

3

Bank holiday weekends in the capital are an institution, and the Monday off means a guilt free Sunday session for the local workforce. Lovers of electronic music choose secretsundaze for their day/night revelling in various locations across East and South London. Run by prominent local London DJ's, each event is run with a love for the lifestyle. Read more ›

by James

Plastic People

Nightlife 3 1

By Chris

Small Dark Loud

Plastic People

3

The patrons of this Shoreditch basement know that the only things you really need for a good party is a kicking sound system and a dark room to house it. Plastic People is pretty much exactly that, yet it is a major player in the underground music scene. Read more ›

by Chris

5cc Hoxton

Bars 3 0

By Chris

Murder OF the Dance Floor

5cc Hoxton

3

The chief bartender in residence has concocted an imaginative menu, bringing his own Swedish style into the mix with the occasional injection of Punsch. This is a great spot to embark on a night in the East, or dabble in a pre/post dinner drink. If you're rolling solo, 5cc is a good place to chat to the bar staff on a quiet evening for local tips. Read more ›

by Chris

The Dove

Nightlife 2 0

By James

A Thames tradition.

The Dove

2

West London's river views are one of the more relaxing locations for a pint, and few have a better location than the Dove. Strategically hidden down a side path, this charming pub maintains its early English charm that sadly many of its counterparts have forgotten. Read more ›

by James

Hootananny

Nightlife 3 1

By Chris

Pub or Festival?

Hootananny

3

If Brixton is the home of diversity in London, Hootananny is the heart. Culture. People. Food. Drink. Atmosphere. An eclectic mix of live music including Latin, Reggae, Dubstep, Gypsy, Swing, Afrobeat, Funk, Ska & Hiphop. Everyone that comes here will find their own unique experience, it's almost as good as being in another country for the night! Read more ›

by Chris

Bar Music Hall

Bars 2 0

By Maarika

Belgian beer & other stories!

Bar Music Hall

2

Full English Breakfast for brunch, burgers for lunch and Beef Chilli Con Carne for dinner.. and don't you dare to forget about Hot Belgian Waffels for dessert. Don't worry if you are not that hungry you won't miss the fun - you can always chill out, enjoy the music and have a beer..or two. Read more ›

by Maarika

Ministry of Sound

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By Mia

Music/Party people!

Ministry of Sound

1

Amazing student nights on Tuesdays (during term time) and amazing EDM nights on Fridays! Very famous EDM Djs are there most of the time on Fridays. In the past there has been: R3HAB, NERVO, Blasterjaxx, Showtek, Dash Berlin and more! Read more ›

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by Mia

Flight Club Darts Bar

By Isha

Cocktails and Darts

Flight Club Darts Bar

1

If you want to experience something different on a night out, check this place out. You can play darts, eat and drink. Get together with friends for a fun night out. They have another branch in Shoreditch/ London. Read more ›

by Isha

Bounce Old Street

By Gemma

Ping Pong & Cocktails

Bounce Old Street

1

Visit Bounce for a unique experience. Known as the home of Ping Pong it offers up the chance to start of your night with a friendly game of Ping Pong, cocktails direct to your table and great food options. Set in the buzzing Old Street area of Shoreditch there are plenty of places to continue your night after. Read more ›

by Gemma

Toy Room Club

By Marsi

Stylish and Elegant

Toy Room Club

1

Toy Room is a high end, stylish boutique club located in the heart of Mayfair. A members-only club, the venue has an Italian lounge feel with leather wall panelling and brass studs. With a capacity of 180 people and 12 tables, Toy Room is undeniably a very intimate club yet it promises to become one of Mayfair’s hottest destinations. Read more ›

by Marsi

Cirque le Soir

By Marsi

Unforgettable nightlife experience

Cirque le Soir

1

With performances hailing from the world’s best circus acts, Cirque Le Soir does not fail to impress you with all the entertainment you can never get from any other place. Read more ›

by Marsi

Millennium Gloucester Hotel

By Venita

4* Hotel POSHNESS

Millennium Gloucester Hotel

1

Although many hotels are in the surrounding hotels, joining us in London gives you the opportunity to build frequent staying points on the millennium card. It is close to all the landmarks with the guarantee of dining at the restaurant and room service for 24 hours Read more ›

by Venita

Freud

By Vicky

My coctail, Sigmud!

Freud

1

This is a multi-culti place that you'll feel comfortable from the first moment! Either you want to have a drink and chat or dance, this is the right place! Read more ›

by Vicky

Ridley Road Market Bar (Wu's)

By Sunny

Dalston's hidden gem bar

Ridley Road Market Bar (Wu's)

1

It's as small and original as it gets, sort of a tropical setting interior. A mix of young students, young designers and those who less prefer the main bars along the Kingsland road, pretty much the hidden gem of Dalston. Gets packed by 11:30pm on Fridays. Best to check their website and see what's on. :) http://www.ridleyroadmarketbar.com Read more ›

by Sunny

Brasserie & Wine Bar Toulouse Lautrec

Bars 1 1

By Debi

Great place run by 3 French brothers

Brasserie & Wine Bar Toulouse Lautrec

1

The restaurant has a lovely atmosphere and one wouldn't guess that there's music upstairs. I strongly suggest the steak tartare as a main course. Read more ›

by Debi

Strongroom Bar

By Vicky

A gem in Shoreditch

Strongroom Bar

1

Shoreditch is an area with numerous bars but what makes Strongroom so special is its unique character! You will be in one of the most central areas in London but you will feel very relaxed and it will remind you of your favourite bar in your home city! Read more ›

by Vicky

Plan B

By Chris

Standard Brixton All-nighter

Plan B

1

Yet another huge asset to the Brixton music scene, Plan B draws the electronic music crowds from East to South into this small yet pumping night life collective in Brixton. This stripped-back warehouse venue has proven itself with the likes of James Blake, Ben UFO, Basement Jaxx, Todd Terrje, LCD Soundsystem, Scuba and Floating Points. Read more ›

by Chris

The Crown, Battersea

By James

Home of the Juicy Bastard!

The Crown, Battersea

1

The growing trend in London pubs is the standard in-house menu being replaced by an outside gourmet food specialist, a brilliant marriage that brings local signature dishes directly to the locals themselves. One example is the Crown and their new partnership with Burger Craft, bringing a touch of class to the classic ‘pint and burger’ combination. Read more ›

by James

Big Red

Bars 0 0

By Gary

Rock n Roll

Big Red

0

Good times and no trouble. Live music, club nights, easy to get too, open until late, not expensive, great music, good selection of drinks, does food, authentic, well run establishment, great people, happy days Read more ›

by Gary

The King & Co

By Chris

In Good Company

The King & Co

1

Formerly known as The King's Head, The King and Co boasts a fresh makeover and continues trade as one of Clapham Common's finest pubs. The stylish fit-out of school desks and old retro sofas creates an atmosphere well suited to casual drinks with friends or a date, free from the typically loud pub clientele. Read more ›

by Chris

The Drunken Monkey

By Kirstin

Dim sum and drinks

The Drunken Monkey

1

Cheap and cheerful dim sum spot which is perfect for sharing a meal with friends in the heart of Shoreditch. They do a very wallet friendly set menu if you are on a budget, or you can order a mixture of dishes for sharing. Plus they do a GREAT happy hour (£5 cocktails). Read more ›

by Kirstin

The Priory Arms

By Chris

A Beer a Day

The Priory Arms

1

Nestled away in the backstreets of Stockwell, The Priory Arms is a local legend when it comes to their impressive collection of ales, focusing on London's up-and-coming breweries. These guys work hard to add some variety to your life, with the extensive menu of local ales and imported German beers changing daily to keep you coming back! Read more ›

by Chris

Cargo

By Tom

Awesome Club, with a great mix of music

Cargo

0

If you like nightclubs, Cargo is the place for you. The area of Shoreditch has so much to offer. Cargo has many different rooms and is just a party all night. Make sure to try and get tickets online before hand for cheaper, but either way you will enjoy it. Read more ›

by Tom

Climpson's Arch

By James

The summer family

Climpson's Arch

1

Climpson's Arch is a fantastic example of the leftover space of a city being transformed into a useful place that warms the heart with character. The owners are firmly established in their community delivering what they themselves like, and subsequently what the locals like to. Read more ›

by James

The Victoria

Nightlife 1 1

By James

Hangin' out on the corner

The Victoria

1

The transformation undertaken by The Victoria's new owner Steve has seen the locals of Battersea return in droves over the past year. Steve’s enthusiasm for this quaint corner pub is contagious with the renewal not just cosmetic; a new menu, HD sports and a large outdoor area all key ingredients in reinstating The Vic as the local for the local’s. Read more ›

by James

Mick's Garage

By ketty

Hipster by the river

Mick's Garage

1

This Hackney Wick based warehouse, open from Friday to Sunday, is great to spend the day and night. Start with a pizza across the street and head back inside to drink craft beer and dance among the locals. There are live DJ sets on Fridays. Read more ›

by ketty

The Hampshire Hog

By James

Multi-seasonal pantry

The Hampshire Hog

0

The Hampshire Hog in Hammersmith takes its traditional cues from the British family kitchen – where food, comfort and ambiance are given the 1st priority. For the Hog it’s about attention to detail, sourcing not only local food and lager but also displaying local furniture, joinery, art and cooking paraphernalia that is often on sale to the public. Read more ›

by James

Café de Paris

By Marsi

Unparalleled entertainment in the London

Café de Paris

0

A regular venue for celebrity parties and club nights, it does not fail in providing the utmost fun and excitement that no other club can offer. Read more ›

by Marsi

Libertine

Nightlife 0 1

By Marsi

Extraordinary nightlife

Libertine

0

The Libertine Club is perhaps the top destination not only for the locals, but also for eager clubbers coming to London from different corners of the globe, looking to have some fun. The Libertine guestlist on Friday and Saturday is highly demanded, so book your spots now with London Night Guide or Club Bookers. Read more ›

by Marsi

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