Guide to... Nightlife in London
London is well known for its nightlife. From great bars, pubs and nightclubs to more cultural evenings out like a trip to the theatre or to the opera London has plenty of fantastic nights out. Our nightlife guide has lots of recommendations of our favourite places to enjoy a fun night in London.
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The Audley
The Audley was established in 1730 as The Bricklayers Arms and was rebuilt in 1888 on the instructions of the Duke of...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Mount Street Explore London Mayfair
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Audley

The Beer House
Before Charing Cross Station was built, there was a village named Charing. People met there to drink on their...Read more
Nightlife Covent Garden Pubs Charing Cross Station Soho
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Beer House

The Blind Pig (at Social Eating House)
Upstairs is award-winning barThe Blind Pig. An electric interiorwith a vintage twistof antique mirroredceilings,...Read more
Nightlife Bars Poland Street Soho
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Blind Pig (at Social Eating House)
Part of Social Eating House

The Britannia
The Britannia is tucked away just off Kensington High Street, at No. 1 Allen Street, and has been looking after our...Read more
Nightlife Bars Pubs Kensington
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Britannia

The Burlington Arms
The Burlington Arms is a central London Victoria pub with traditional decor. The Burlington Arms is situated on a...Read more
Nightlife Gastro Pubs Old Burlington Street Explore London Mayfair Eating Restaurants
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Burlington Arms

The Cambridge
You will find The Cambridge in Cambridge Circus London within a short stroll of Charing Cross Road, Shaftesbury...Read more
Nightlife Bars Charing Cross Road Soho
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Cambridge

The Clarence
Located in the bustle of Piccadilly, a short walk from Green Park tube, The Clarence in Mayfair offers a welcoming...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Dover Street Explore London Mayfair
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Clarence

The Club (at The Ivy)
The Club at The Ivy opened in September 2008, spanning three floors above The Ivy restaurant. The entrance is...Read more
Nightlife West Street Eating Restaurants Covent Garden Approved Wedding Venues
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Club (at The Ivy)
Part of The Ivy (West Street)

The Crown & Two Chairmen
We are your local pub, proudly serving some of soho's best pints along with awesome food and our excellent sunday...Read more
Nightlife Bars Dean Street Soho
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Crown & Two Chairmen

The Delhi Brasserie
For thirty years, the Delhi Brasserie Indian Restaurant in Soho, London has been serving the highest quality Indian...Read more
Frith Street Soho Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Eating Restaurants Indian Restaurants
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Delhi Brasserie

The Dog & Duck
You will find The Dog and Duck in Soho London within a short stroll of Dean Street, Greek Street and Frith Street -...Read more
Nightlife Bars Bateman Street Soho
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Dog & Duck

The Donovan Bar (at Brown's Hotel)
Our homage to sixties london, the donovan bar serves expertly-mixed cocktails and a menu of hix british snacks. Enjoy...Read more
Nightlife Bars Albemarle Street Mayfair
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Donovan Bar (at Brown's Hotel)
Part of Brown's Hotel

The Fitzroy Tavern
The Fitzroy Tavern is a public house situated at 16 Charlotte Street in the Fitzrovia district of central London,...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Charlotte Street Fitzrovia
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Fitzroy Tavern

The George
There’s no shortage of great pubs in Soho - but a visit to The George is special. Cross the threshold to a warm...Read more
Pubs D'Arblay Street Soho Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Eating Pizza Restaurants
Food Hygiene Ratings for The George

The Goat Tavern
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Kensington & Chelsea Nightlife Pubs Kensington Bars Gastro Pubs
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Goat Tavern

The Golden Lion
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Food Hygiene Ratings for The Golden Lion

The Green Man (Berwick Street)
It may be sandwiched between hectic Oxford Street and vibrant Soho, but The Green Man feels like it's a world...Read more
Nightlife Bars Berwick Street Soho
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Green Man (Berwick Street)

The Hercules Pillars
The Hercules Pillars is a charming traditional English pub that can be found minutes away from Holborn Station. This...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Covent Garden Queen Street
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Hercules Pillars

The King's Head
You will find The King's Head in Mayfair London within a short stroll of Piccadilly, Old Bond Street and Green Park...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Stafford Street Explore London Mayfair
Food Hygiene Ratings for The King's Head

The Larder
All day café for health conscious eats with a deli counter.Read more
Nightlife Bars Cafes & Coffee Shops Pearson Square Fitzrovia
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Larder

The Loop Bar
Located in-between London's famous Oxford, Regent & New Bond Streets, Loop is a dedicated party playground - a mecca...Read more
Nightlife Bars Nightclubs Dering Street Explore London Mayfair Eating Restaurants
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Loop Bar

The Marquis
The Marquis The Marquis’ history is as colourful as the people who drink here. The name The Marquis is rooted in...Read more
Pubs Chandos Place Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Covent Garden
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Marquis

The Nags Head (Aldgate)
The Nags Head is one of London's oldest dance establishments where you can enjoy exotic performances from dancers...Read more
Nightlife Bars Gentlemen's Clubs Strip Clubs
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Nags Head (Aldgate)

The Nellie Dean
Our little corner of Soho has been home to a pub since way back in 1748. The area changed a lot during the years in...Read more
Nightlife Bars Dean Street Soho
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Nellie Dean


The Princess Of Wales
You will find The Princess Of Wales in Charing Cross London within a short stroll of Embankment, Charing Cross Tube...Read more
Nightlife Bars Villiers Street Covent Garden
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Princess Of Wales

The Queen's Head
The Queen's Head is a rare independent pub in the heart of London's West End. A hideout two steps away from the...Read more
Nightlife Denman Street Soho Eating Restaurants
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Queen's Head

The Riverfront Cafe,Bar & Restaurant (at BFI Southbank)
The Riverfront is a busy, attractive bar on one-side, a relaxed, welcoming restaurant on the other. With lots of...Read more
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Food Hygiene Ratings for The Riverfront Cafe,Bar & Restaurant (at BFI Southbank)
Part of BFI Southbank

The Rosebery Lounge (at Mandarin Oriental)
Discover a quintessentially British experience by joining us for traditional afternoon tea at The Rosebery Lounge,...Read more
Nightlife Bars Belgravia Knightsbridge
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Rosebery Lounge (at Mandarin Oriental)
Part of Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park

The Salisbury
We've been providing the best British pub food and drink to the people of our great cities for over two...Read more
Nightlife Pubs St Martin's Lane Covent Garden
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Salisbury

The Ship & Shovell
The Ship & Shovell (that’s Shovell, not shovel!) is London’s only pub in two parts. The unique building is split over...Read more
Nightlife Bars Craven Passage Covent Garden
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Ship & Shovell

The St Barts Brewery (West Smithfield)
Food Hygiene Ratings for The St Barts Brewery (West Smithfield)

The Three Greyhounds
You will find The Three Greyhounds in Soho London within a short stroll of Tottenham Court Road, Soho Square and...Read more
Nightlife Bars Greek Street Soho
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Three Greyhounds

The Warwick
Winter is upon us, and so is our specially designed food menu. Happy Hour Daily 5pm-8pm with up to 50% off...Read more
Eating Nightlife Gastro Pubs Warwick Street Soho
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Warwick

The Wellington
Our pub dates from 1903 and is well known for featuring an attractive neo-gothic exterior. We retain many lovely...Read more
Pubs Strand Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Covent Garden
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Wellington

The White Hart
The Old Bailey archives reveal this corner to be the first and oldest licensed premise in London, dating back to...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Drury Lane Covent Garden
Food Hygiene Ratings for The White Hart

The White Horse Pub
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Nightlife Eating Gastro Pubs Rupert Street Soho
Food Hygiene Ratings for The White Horse Pub

The White Lion
You will find The White Lion in Covent Garden London within a short stroll of Covent Garden Tube, Long Acre and...Read more
Nightlife Bars James Street Covent Garden
Food Hygiene Ratings for The White Lion

Tonteria
Tonteria is an exciting and fun restaurant, bar and club located in Sloane Square, London.Read more
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Food Hygiene Ratings for Tonteria

Two Floors
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Kingly Street Soho Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Carnaby Street
Food Hygiene Ratings for Two Floors

Village
The Village really does offer something for everyone 'all under one roof'. The upstairs 'Soho Bar' dance floor is...Read more
Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Soho Wardour Street
Food Hygiene Ratings for Village

Wagamama (Kingsway)
‘kaizen’, meaning ‘good change’ is the philosophy that sits right at our heart. it shapes every dish we create, and...Read more
Eating Restaurants Japanese & Sushi Restaurants Kingsway Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Covent Garden
Food Hygiene Ratings for Wagamama (Kingsway)

We Are Bar (Bishopsgate)
City of London Nightlife Bars Bishopsgate
Food Hygiene Ratings for We Are Bar (Bishopsgate)

Willys Wine Bar
City of London Nightlife Bars Fenchurch Street
Food Hygiene Ratings for Willys Wine Bar

Ye Grapes
Ye Grapes is a handsome old building set in a corner of Shepherd Market, containing an eccentric collection of olde...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Shepherd Market Explore London Mayfair Eating Thai Restaurants
Food Hygiene Ratings for Ye Grapes

Zoo Bar & Club
Zoo Bar & Club is London’s world famous party bar. Skewed towards darker side of retro, Zoo Bar has an eclectic...Read more
Nightlife Bars Nightclubs Leicester Square
Food Hygiene Ratings for Zoo Bar & Club

Secrets (Covent Garden)Top Pick
One of our favourite strip clubs in London. Great management and beautiful dancers. Great for corporate entertaining....Read more
Bars Nightlife Holborn Gentlemen's Clubs Strip Clubs Covent Garden Parker Street
Food Hygiene Ratings for Secrets (Covent Garden)

100 Club
The 100 Club is one of the most celebrated live music venue in Europe and one of the most famous in the world. ...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Fitzrovia Oxford Street Live Music Venues
Food Hygiene Ratings for 100 Club

All Bar One (Byward Street)
City of London Nightlife Bars Byward Street
Food Hygiene Ratings for All Bar One (Byward Street)

All Bar One (Byward Street)
City of London Nightlife Bars Byward Street
Food Hygiene Ratings for All Bar One (Byward Street)

Archer Street
A Sophisticated Cocktail Lounge with A lot of personality. Located in the heart of London’s Westend, Archer Street...Read more
Archer Street Soho Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars
Food Hygiene Ratings for Archer Street

Bar Remo
Family-run by the Vignali family for over 90 years, we pride ourselves on a warm and friendly welcome to all of our...Read more
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Food Hygiene Ratings for Bar Remo

Benugo Espresso Bar
London, N1C 4QR; About Espresso Bar - St Pancras. Award-winning coffee served from a classic La Marzocco machine at...Read more
City of London Nightlife Bars Liverpool Street
Food Hygiene Ratings for Benugo Espresso Bar

Bloomsbury Tavern
One of the most historic pubs in Holborn, The Bloomsbury Tavern was once the ominous final watering hole en route to...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Shaftesbury Avenue Covent Garden
Food Hygiene Ratings for Bloomsbury Tavern

Byward Kitchen and Bar
City of London Nightlife Bars Byward Street
Food Hygiene Ratings for Byward Kitchen and Bar

Comptons of Soho
Soho’s favourite gay bar. Beautifully intricate interiors and top DJ’s every weekend. Read more
Old Compton Street Soho Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Gay Bars
Food Hygiene Ratings for Comptons of Soho

Corney and Barrow (Exchange Square)
Food Hygiene Ratings for Corney and Barrow (Exchange Square)

Crusting Pipe
The Crusting Pipe is one of Covent Gardens most original finds just minutes away from Charing Cross, Embankment,...Read more
Tavistock Court Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Covent Garden
Food Hygiene Ratings for Crusting Pipe

Davy's at St James's
An atmospheric cellar bar, elegant private rooms and the original arches of the Champagne vaults offer endless...Read more
Nightlife Bars Pubs King Street St James's Crown Passage King Street
Food Hygiene Ratings for Davy's at St James's

Dirty Martini (Mayfair)
If you’re after a chic and contemporary cocktail bar in London’s Mayfair, then look no further. Situated just a short...Read more
Nightlife Bars Hanover Square Mayfair Cocktail Bars
Food Hygiene Ratings for Dirty Martini (Mayfair)

Ferrari's Snack Bar
Food Hygiene Ratings for Ferrari's Snack Bar

Garrick Arms
A little something for everyone, our Greene King Pubs bring people and communities together. We have around 800...Read more
Nightlife Bars Charing Cross Road Covent Garden
Food Hygiene Ratings for Garrick Arms

Graphic Bar
At Graphic we’re surrounded by our two favourite things, a world-class gin collection and the latest in...Read more
Golden Square Soho Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars
Food Hygiene Ratings for Graphic Bar

Harry's Bar and Pizzeria (Black Friars Lane)
Food Hygiene Ratings for Harry's Bar and Pizzeria (Black Friars Lane)

Jamie's Wine Bar and Restaurant
City of London Nightlife Bars Eating Restaurants
Food Hygiene Ratings for Jamie's Wine Bar and Restaurant

La Porchetta Pollo Bar
La Porchetta harks back to a time when signed, black-and-white photos of film stars were standard-issue wallpaper for...Read more
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Food Hygiene Ratings for La Porchetta Pollo Bar

Le Beaujolais
Steeped in history, Le Beaujolais resides at an address that has managed to stay in French hands ever since the war....Read more
Litchfield Street Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Eating Restaurants Covent Garden
Food Hygiene Ratings for Le Beaujolais

Le Pain Quotidien
At Le Pain Quotidien, we believe that our environment is everything. Our mission to serve fresh, wholesome food means...Read more
Nightlife Bars Great Marlborough Street Soho Eating Restaurants Carnaby Street
Food Hygiene Ratings for Le Pain Quotidien

Maple Leaf
A Canadian sports bar and grill located in Covent Garden.Read more
Maiden Lane Nightlife Bars Covent Garden Pubs Gastro Pubs Themed Bars
Food Hygiene Ratings for Maple Leaf

Milk & Honey
Milk & Honey opened in Soho, London, in April 2002 and remains dedicated to bringing unrivalled drinks quality and...Read more
Poland Street Soho Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars
Food Hygiene Ratings for Milk & Honey

My Place (Soho)
A laid back all day dinning spot, where you can enjoy a coffee and a sandwich or share a couple of dinner plates with...Read more
Restaurants Berwick Street Soho Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Eating American Restaurants Burger Restaurants
Food Hygiene Ratings for My Place (Soho)

Nell Gwynne Tavern
Built on the site of the Old Bull Inn, the Nell Gwynne Tavern was named after the infamous mistress of Charles II....Read more
Bull Inn Court Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Covent Garden
Food Hygiene Ratings for Nell Gwynne Tavern

Obicà (Poland Street)
Obicà Mozzarella Bar is a casual Italian restaurant concept based on best Mozzarellas di Bufala Campana, together...Read more
Italian Restaurants Poland Street Soho Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Restaurants Eating Japanese & Sushi Restaurants
Food Hygiene Ratings for Obicà (Poland Street)

Opium
After a year spent searching for a space in which to open a cocktail bar, Eric Yu and Dre Masso opened Opium in...Read more
Restaurants Gerrard Street Soho Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Dim Sum Restaurants
Food Hygiene Ratings for Opium

Pall Mall Fine Wine
Pall Mall Fine Wines focuses on the traditional values of retailing, including superlative customer service,...Read more
Nightlife Shopping Bars St James's Royal Opera Arcade
Food Hygiene Ratings for Pall Mall Fine Wine

Piccolo Bar
City of London Nightlife Bars Gresham Street
Food Hygiene Ratings for Piccolo Bar

Punch & Judy
Built in 1787, this listed building and retains much of the original brick and stonework. It's known as being one of...Read more
Pubs Nightlife Henrietta Street Covent Garden
Food Hygiene Ratings for Punch & Judy

Randy's Wing Bar
City of London Nightlife Bars Minories
Food Hygiene Ratings for Randy's Wing Bar

Simmons Bar (Camden Town)
Located right next to Camden Town tube this addition to the Simmons empire is in the heart of the action of this...Read more
Food Hygiene Ratings for Simmons Bar (Camden Town)

Simmons Bar (Mornington Crescent)
Set opposite the world famous music venue Koko and a 30 second walk from Mornington Crescent Underground Station...Read more
Food Hygiene Ratings for Simmons Bar (Mornington Crescent)

Spread Eagle
The Spread Eagle in Marylebone is a traditional London pub set over two floors and found just off Oxford Street. Our...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Woodstock Street Explore London Mayfair
Food Hygiene Ratings for Spread Eagle


Tamarind (Soho)
Tamarind Kitchen offers a convivial Indian dining experience on Wardour Street, Soho, with soulful, sensory dishes...Read more
Eating Restaurants Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Explore London Mayfair Indian Restaurants Soho Wardour Street
Food Hygiene Ratings for Tamarind (Soho)

The Blue Posts
A little something for everyone, our Greene King Pubs bring people and communities together. We have around 800...Read more
Nightlife Bars Berwick Street Soho
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Blue Posts

The Chandos
Chandos is split across multiple floors with comfortable seating areas and a main bar space. They serve bar food...Read more
St Martin's Lane Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Covent Garden
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Chandos

The Duke Of Wellington
A friendly bar in the heart of soho catering for men and women of all ages. Our bouncy barmen are more than willing...Read more
Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Soho Wardour Street
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Duke Of Wellington

The Fox Club
Welcome to The Fox Club, a sharper social choice for the discerning. Step inside and you’ll immediately recognise the...Read more
Nightlife Private Members' Clubs Clarges Street Explore London Mayfair
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Fox Club

The Gin Palace
The Gin Palace is an elegant cocktail bar featuring over 30 gins, 20 whiskies, an extensive Round the World and...Read more
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Food Hygiene Ratings for The Gin Palace
Part of The Strand Palace Hotel

The Glasshouse Stores
A lovely pub with great food served in our downstairs cellar bar in Soho, by Regent Street Food served 12-3 &...Read more
Eating Brewer Street Soho Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Glasshouse Stores

The Harp
A choice of 10 hand-pumps is music to the ears of any ale aficionado - and in this Covent Garden pub, the sweet sound...Read more
Nightlife Bars Chandos Place Covent Garden
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Harp

The Lounge Bar (at The Strand Palace Hotel)
The Lounge Bar is a generous, relaxed space at the very heart of the hotel. It’s perfect for informal meetings,...Read more
Strand Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Accommodation Hotels
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Lounge Bar (at The Strand Palace Hotel)
Part of The Strand Palace Hotel


The Phoenix Pub and Dining Room
Reserve a table at Phoenix, London on TripAdvisor: See 87 unbiased ... Pub. 23 Smith Street | Chelsea, London SW3...Read more
Smith Street Kensington & Chelsea Nightlife Pubs Eating Restaurants
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Phoenix Pub and Dining Room

The Porterhouse
OK, so we might be one of the largest bars in London, but it does not feel that way. The bar is split over three...Read more
Nightlife Pubs Tottenham Court Road Maiden Lane Bars Cocktail Bars Covent Garden
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Porterhouse

The Toucan
The Toucan is a cosy little pub in the heart of soho. The bar was set up by Colin Taylor and his business partner to...Read more
Pubs Carlisle Street Soho Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars
Food Hygiene Ratings for The Toucan

THIRST Bar
We are a friendly, fun and independently owned late night cocktail bar that has been serving fantastic cocktails in...Read more
Greek Street Soho Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars
Food Hygiene Ratings for THIRST Bar

Vapiano (Soho)
In cities around the world, people who meet in our relaxed setting share one important quality: the love of enjoying...Read more
Italian Restaurants Nightlife Bars Cocktail Bars Pizza Restaurants Eating Restaurants Soho Wardour Street
Food Hygiene Ratings for Vapiano (Soho)
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FAQs about Nightlife in London
The nightlife in London is brilliant. We have some of the best clubs in the world and the city is so exciting in itself that any clubbing experience is heightened.
We publish a list of the best nightclubs in London every week so check that out or take a look at top picks for London club events.
The best nightclubs in London and their location is rather subjective as there are great clubs in different areas of London each with a different vibe. Mayfair tends to have the most exclusive celebrity clubs whilst east London is a little bit cooler.
Soho has some good places too although you won't rub shoulders with high society if you cross over Regent Street.
The main areas in London for the best London clubs are Mayfair and Soho. Shoreditch and East London are becoming increasing popular too.
London nightlife is concentrated in a few different areas of London. If you visit to London is aimed at making the most of London nightlife then you are well advised to stay in one of those areas.
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