Guide to the best bars in Greenwich

Soak up the ambience and listen to live music at Oliver’s Jazz Bar. With a roaring fire and antique furniture, it has a really cosy feel and is much-loved amongst the capital’s jazz fans. This snug venue hosts performers every night, and the frequent jam sessions are a highlight for many guests.

Enjoy a drink alongside spectacular city views at Eighteen Sky Bar. This 18th floor hotel bar is a plush lounge-style space with intimate lighting, a sleek interior, and floor-to-ceiling windows. The speciality here is cocktails and champagne. You can also hire the venue for a broad range of events.

For sports, fun, and a party atmosphere in Greenwich, check out Belushi’s. A huge range of major sporting fixtures are shown at this lively venue and there are loads of drinks options. This place has you covered if you’re hungry too, serving burgers and bar snacks until late.

Grind begins the day as a bustling café with takeaway coffees available. Later in the evening it transforms into a modern cocktail bar, serving classic drinks and seasonal twists. Naturally, an espresso martini is a big deal here. Italian-inspired food is available throughout the evening, with varied international dishes during the day.

At Champagne + Fromage you’ll discover an all-in-one bistro, bar, and deli. This welcoming and rustic venue boasts indoor and outdoor tables. You can try out an array of top quality champagnes, including some vintage bottles. There’s also French food like raclette, baked cheeses, and tartines, prepared with artisan ingredients.

For drinks with great river views in Greenwich, try Clipper Bar. Take in views of Canary Wharf and the Thames at this stylish cocktail destination. The bar has an appropriate nautical theme, and in the space you can sample creative cocktails and wine, plus upscale snacks like caviar and crab tempura.

For drinks with added fun, check out Boom Battle Bar. You’re spoilt for choice with activities at this bustling venue – there’s darts, axe throwing, pool, beer pong, shuffleboard, crazy golf, and karaoke. You’ll also get a big choice of beer, wine, and cocktails, plus tasty snacks at this modern bar.

Set in a 19th century joinery, The Old Joinery is an industrial space with a riverside terrace. Music is a big deal here, with performances covering genres like jazz and spoken word. Intimate lighting and stage-side tables get you close to the action. A full range of drinks, plus street food, is available.

Toca Social is undoubtedly a bar for football fanatics. This immersive activity bar and restaurant features private booths for football games, tailored to suit different abilities. Kids are welcome too. Arcade games, foosball, and a photo booth are available, plus you can try cocktails and an American-inspired food menu.

Davy's Wine Vaults is a great choice if you're looking for a wine bar in Greenwich. The comfortable space is full of antiques and curiosities, and there are private dining areas too. You'll find a considerable choice of old and new world wines, as well as contemporary British cooking.

Le Bar a Vin sits at the edge of Greenwich Park and brings authentic French flavours to the area. This cosy bar is full of exposed brick and chalkboard menus, and also has a quirky function room for hire. Over 100 wines are available and you can also try classic French dishes.

Visit the Meantime Brewing Tasting Rooms to try beer that's brewed just metres away. This spacious bar has an industrial style and serves a variety of the brewery's craft beers. You can buy cases to take home too. There's also a simple food menu of burgers that you can customise.