Bar – Articles about London

Launching on May 15th, The Churchill Bar and Terrace is set to unveil its latest transformation, which will be the epitome of summer in the heart of London's Marylebone. Embracing a marine-inspired theme, this outdoor sanctuary will offer a space to enjoy a drink or bite to eat away from the busy ci...

The Blackhorse Beer Mile is marking its second anniversary with a free event at Big Penny Social and other surrounding venues. All the surrounding breweries are also planning to get involved, like Signature Brew, Pretty Decent, Exale, and more, serving over 20 beers on tap, such as Signature Brew's...

The Hero of Maida was a classic on the London pub scene, having been built in 1878 and undergoing a few name changes in that time. The pub as we know it closed earlier this year but the good news is that it's soon coming back with a new name – The Hero. If you're a fan of tasty pub grub then this is...

Go anywhere in the UK or Ireland and you're likely to find a Wetherspoons there. Though the omnipresent pub chain – or rather its owner – has divided public opinion, it's undeniably a mainstay of life in the islands, as well as the quintessential pub experience for many a foreign visitor. Today, the...

Tucked away atop the Brunel Museum, The Midnight Apothecary is a secret rooftop garden, cared for by award-winning gardener Lottie Muir, who uses the plants and herbs grown in the garden or foraged in the area to craft seasonal botanical cocktails. Considered one of the best pop-up bars in London, T...

London certainly has no shortage of fantastic and award-winning cocktail bars, but if you're looking for the absolute best, it looks like you'll have to head to Bethnal Green. Renowned cocktail bar Satan's Whiskers is no stranger to winning awards but at the 2024 CLASS Bar Awards it was crowned Best...

Considered the most prestigious award for the Nordic bar industry, the Bartenders' Choice Awards recognise excellence in the cocktail industry primarily in the Nordic region, but cast their gaze further afield as well. At this year's awards, held in Copenhagen on 18 March, more than 500 industry pro...

On 3 April, Viajante87 in Notting Hill will host a unique supper club in London featuring Bolivian chef Marsia Taha from Gustu, ranked 23rd in Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants 2023, and Argentina's Florería Atlántico, 30th in The World's 50 Best Bars 2023 list.  This event, part of The Cultu...

Canalside favourite Hackney Bridge has unveiled a new event series at the recently opened Nico's Bar in East London, harnessing a plethora of musical cultures from around the world with music evenings every Friday. “Around The World with Nico” will celebrate the best in music from all corners of the...

New for 2024, The Savoy has launched series of monthly music nights titled 'Beaufort Bar Sounds', in partnership with Patrón Tequila.  Each month, a different DJ will take to the decks against the glamorous backdrop of the Beaufort Bar, with its dramatic black and gold interior. Curated to acco...

The Czech Republic is one nation that's certainly known for its beer and drinking culture. If you want to experience it for yourself without going all the way to Prague, head to Big Penny Social on 17th February for a special Czech-themed event – Czech Your Pour. This lively beer hall in Walthamstow...

The Bermondsey Beer Mile aperitivo bar is introducing a curated kitchen offering designed to inspire people to get the most out of moments together. These Days, a drinks brand popularising spritzes served fast from the tap, bottle, or can, is adding a culinary offering to its flagship bar in Bermond...

London's beloved wine bar and restaurant, Humble Grape, has launched its revamped Wine 1-0-1 series, designed for Londoners eager to explore the world of wine without the hefty price tag, taking place at their Canary Wharf and Crouch End bars. Keeping true to the bar's name, the wine tasting is pric...

At the 2024 edition of the Top 50 Cocktail Bars awards, London-based establishments took up nearly half of all the spots – but not the top one. Voted on by more than 200 key people in the hospitality industry, including bar operators, bartenders, drinks writers, suppliers, and others, the Top 50 Coc...

Viajante87, a neighbourhood cocktail bar in Notting Hill Gate, has announced The Culture Exchange, a residency programme bringing over some of the top restaurants and bars in Latin America. Inspired by Viajante87's managers' travels in Latin America, The Culture Exchange starts in February, with Met...

At the 2024 Estrella Damm Top 50 Gastropubs awards ceremony held at the Parkers Arms in Lancashire, a number of London gastropubs made the coveted annual list, with the top-ranked London gastropub placing even higher than last year and nearly cracking the Top 5. The Estrella Damm Top 50 Gastropubs l...

Looking to get your drinks on without breaking the bank? This guide is your ticket to exploring the best spots in the capital where you can enjoy expertly-crafted cocktails whilst staying within budget. Whether you're a local looking for a new haunt or a visitor seeking to experience London's cockta...

Pubs are fun to visit at any time of year but hunkering down with a few drinks can be especially enjoyable when it's cold outside. There's no shortage of cosy pubs London-wide, ideal for those who love nothing more than snuggling into a comfortable chair next to a roaring fire and enjoying a drink.

What could be more delicious than a warm and gooey cheese fondue, especially in this chilly weather we've been having lately? You might think nothing can top this melty treat but The Lucky Club in Camden are giving it some stiff competition. This trendy rooftop bar has just redecorated as a winter c...

25th January means it's Burns Night, celebrating the birthday of Robert (Rabbie) Burns, the national poet of Scotland who was born in 1759. Don't think that the partying is just limited to our friends in Scotland though – plenty of venues in London are putting on special menus and lively events to h...

In London you can find all kinds of pubs, from reliable chains and down-to-earth local boozers to some that are absolute stunners. Across the city you'll find stylish contemporary venues as well as elaborate pubs that have stood the test of time. If you want somewhere a little more picturesque than...

So you fancy a drink, but you're on a budget – what do you do? With Wetherspoons rapidly closing down pubs all over the city, the opportunities for a cheap and cosy pint are becoming more scarce. All is not lost if you want the fun of a trip to the pub without a serious price tag; when it comes to c...

Dalston favourite Three Sheets is expanding with a second branch on Manette Street in Soho. Three Sheets is an acclaimed East London cocktail bar that's known for its creative simplicity, in serves as well as in the concept itself – it focuses on just nine cocktails, three sheets of three, at a time...

Fish and chips is an iconic British dish, the golden, crispy batter and perfectly cooked chips a staple of UK cuisine, and one of the best places to enjoy it is a proper pub. You should always have a good pub that serves fish and chips in your back pocket for hunger emergencies, with the authentic p...

Start warming up your vocal chords because the largest karaoke bar in Europe is set to open in London next year. BAM Karaoke Box started out in Paris and now also runs venues in Bordeaux and Madrid. Now the group has its sights set on London and will be offering the capital a brand new karaoke exper...

Dining or drinks al fresco is fun but the British weather in winter doesn't make it easy. With chilly temperatures, the threat of rain, and even the odd scattering of snow, it's preferable to have some shelter. Fortunately there's a happy medium between the two – getting comfy in an igloo. Igloos an...

If the sight of glitzy, over-the-top Christmas decorations gets you all giddy inside, you'll want to visit Miracle at Henrietta in Covent Garden. From November 13 until December 23, Miracle at Henrietta transforms the upper floor of Henrietta Hotel into a retro Christmas living room decked out with...

Greenwich is home to a great range of attractions and venues that make it a fab part of the city to live in or visit for the day. There's a thriving pub scene here, too, with a huge range of drinking spots that cater to every preference. From smart gastropubs to down-to-earth boozers, there are load...

Beaujolais Nouveau Day is a pretty big deal if you're a wine aficionado. Falling on the third Thursday of November each year (this year it's the 16th), it's the day when the newest red wine from Beaujolais in the Burgundy region of France is released. Unlike other French wines, it's ready to drink i...

Celebrate all things beer at Big Penny Beer Fest in Walthamstow this weekend for a fantastic beer festival complete with a wide selection of craft and local brews on tap. The festival takes place at Big Penny Social, the UK's largest Beer Hall, where you'll get to try over 120 cask beers from indepe...

Right in the heart of Parsons Green, a new and eco-conscious transformation is set to take place next month with the arrival of the "Tipis on the Green", a sustainable pop-up bar by Raw Tipis. This innovative concept will not only offer the chance to embrace all things festive but also promises a co...

Tucked away amidst world-renowned museums, historic buildings, and leafy garden squares, South Kensington offers some of the finest bars in the city. Among the various bars South Kensington calls its own, you'll find beautiful traditional pubs, classy cocktail bars, prohibition-style speakeasies, an...

The West London suburb of Ealing probably isn't the first place that springs to mind when you think about London's nightlife. Whilst it might not have a reputation like Soho or Shoreditch, that doesn't mean there aren't some great places for a drink in the area. If you're looking for a fantastic Eal...

The 2023 selection of the prestigious World's 50 Best Bars awards includes five of London's stylish drinking dens. That's the same number as last year and there's a newcomer on the list, but overall, the rankings have slipped somewhat. The World's 50 Best Bars list is a highly coveted honour awarded...

The Tamil Crown in Angel will offer more space and new dishes, but retain the intense South Indian flavours that have made its parent such a hit. The Tamil Prince is an Islington gastropub that quickly shot up the ranks of London's hottest restaurants, with praise showered on its delicious food from...

The Dram is a new multi-storey bar in Soho that comes from the owner of Milroy's of Soho and former Milroy's employees. Situated in a 17th century Grade II-listed building in Soho's Denmark Street, The Dram looks to have everything you could hope for in a bar – starting with an additional bar. Yep,...

The World's 50 Best Bars list is turning up the heat ahead of its full list reveal on 17 October. Four London bars have made the 51–100 list. The World's 50 Best Bars list is one of the most prestigious awards in the bar industry, and the UK is usually quite well represented. Though the extended lis...

It's an exciting time for the capital's cocktail fans – London Cocktail Week is upon us. Actually running for slightly longer than a week between 12th and 22nd October, this is an opportunity for cocktail drinkers to check out signature cocktails at some of the city's top bars, explore pop-ups and o...

Following a brief hiatus post-summer, The Lucky Club Camden is gearing up for a grand reopening on October 13th. It will be decked out in a wintry vibe with a brand-new menu and a selection of enticing cocktails, all within snug surroundings, complete with plenty of heaters. To mark this exciting re...

It's been a long time coming, but the prestigious Raffles London at The OWO is finally opening its doors on Friday, 29 September. Situated in the Grade II listed Old War Office building, the new addition to London's hospitality scene offers luxurious accommodation, as well as some top-notch restaura...

RumFest 2023 is back for its 17th year, inviting you to immerse yourself in all things rum. Taking place at the magnificent ILEC Conference Centre on October 14 and 15, this event is a must for rum enthusiasts.  Explore a diverse variety of rums from around the world, sip on aged rums, spiced c...

All-day and late-night cocktail bar and restaurant Botanica Hall is opening a new location right opposite Clapham Junction, where you can hotdesk by day, party by night and enjoy one of the best bottomless brunches in London on the weekend – as backed up by Grazia, Elle and CN Traveller. Unsurprisin...

Mexico City's Handshake Speakeasy is paying an exclusive visit to London's esteemed restaurant Kol. For one night only, Handshake Speakeasy, an acclaimed bar that's ranked #11 on the World's 50 Best Bars list (#2 in North America), will take over The Mezcaleria bar at Kol – the latter being no slouc...

London has a vast array of different types of accommodation for visitors. Staying at a pub that has its own guest rooms is one fab idea – it's usually more affordable than a fancy hotel and gives you a boutique hotel experience along with all the fun and atmosphere of a typical British pub. If you'r...

Now, we know that looks aren't everything but if you want to boost your Insta followers you're going to have to start hanging out in some more photogenic venues. Luckily that's not too much of a challenge if you're in London – real ale experts CAMRA have done the hard work and crowned the winners of...

With its rich sporting history and deep-rooted pub culture, London has always been a hub for rugby enthusiasts worldwide. The capital's many watering holes come alive with the roars of fans enjoying the Rugby World Cup, Six Nations, and other major rugby union matches. Our guide to where to watch ru...

Belgravia's well-heeled reputation might bring cocktail and champagne bars to mind. Whilst such sophisticated spots are indeed a fixture of the area, that doesn't mean there's a shortage of pubs with a friendly atmosphere and down-to-earth attitude. If you want to drink in a traditional venue or enj...

From traditional boozers to trendy gastropubs, there are plenty of spots where you can quench your thirst or tuck into some tasty pub grub when you're in Marylebone. This sophisticated area has lots of attractions and if you like going to the pub you certainly won't be disappointed. If you're not su...

Once they get their big break and start bringing home the big bucks, many actors, musicians, athletes and other celebrities decide to invest in the hospitality business. For some, it's the realisation of a lifelong dream, others see it as a good investment opportunity, and some probably just want a...

Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned Londoner, the Central London pub crawl is an excellent way to experience the city's nightlife while exploring some of its most vibrant and exciting neighbourhoods. Kick off the night in buzzy Soho at bar Soho, renowned for its incredible nightlife sc...