The best cheap bars in Shoreditch

Nikki's Bar is all about wild vibes, bold cocktails, and a generous approach to drinks deals. The cocktail list is both playful and potent, with affordable options like Skittle-infused vodka shots and bottomless brunches offering endless bubbles, beer, and spritzes alongside themed tunes and dishes. With regular happy hours, student and other discounts, and a party atmosphere that doesn't hold back, it's a go-to spot for budget-friendly drinks in Shoreditch.

The Be At One bars across London are full-throttle fun zones, where the music's loud, the vibe is lively, and the bartenders are pros at shaking up a good time. The cocktail list is extensive, with options ranging from timeless favourites to inventive modern mixes, and the daily happy hour helps make your budget last. There are two of these cheap bars in Shoreditch, one in Old Street and one next to Liverpool Street Station.

A London-wide chain of cheap bars, the Simmons bars are known for their budget-friendly happy hour offer that lasts no fewer than five hours each day and includes 2-4-1 cocktails, bottles of wine, shot bats, and more, ensuring some of the most affordable drinks in Shoreditch. These retro-inspired bars feature quirky decor, neon lighting, an electric soundtrack, and a fun vibe.

The Tonight Josephine bars – including the glittering, disco-ball-themed branch in Shoreditch – stick to a winning recipe of cocktails, neon, and unapologetically wild nights out. Generous 2-for-1 cocktail deals help fuel your evening well into the early hours. It's a high-energy, cheeky setting where the fun never takes itself too seriously and the youthful crowd is always ready to party.

The Cocktail Clubs, a cheap bar chain found across the UK, eschews the classical style of most cocktail bars in favour of unrestrained fun  and entertaining settings – the Old Street branch is themed as a trashy fairy-tale fantasy, for example. The more casual setting comes with affordable drink prices, too. Happy hour deals, student discounts, 2-4-1 specials, and other offers are a regular feature at these budget-friendly Shoreditch bars, as well as quirky menu items like the Bartender's Breakfast – a beer, a shot, and a daiquiri, all for a tenner.

Bar Kick in Shoreditch is a lively, affordable spot for sports fans, with HD screens covering every angle and reasonably priced drinks – doubly so during happy hour. There's good selection of craft beers and cocktails to enjoy alongside burgers and other pub snacks. If you want a piece of the action yourself, hit one of their premium foosball tables for a game or two.

Old Street Records is a go-to for live music lovers, offering a laid-back yet buzzing atmosphere fuelled by regular performances from a wide range of artists. The drinks menu spans house cocktails, global beers, and wines, all made even more affordable with a daily happy hour. If you get hungry, there's a straightforward pizza menu to keep things casual and satisfying.

Spanning a stylish ground-floor bar with neon lights and custom murals and an intimate basement club, draped in red and fitted with cosy booths, Gigi's is a vibrant and versatile nightlife spot. Before you head downstairs to dance to hip hop, R&B, Afro beats and more, you can take advantage of the happy hour offer and various other affordable drink deals in the bar, including 2-4-1 cocktails.

The Latin-inspired Barrio is a high-energy hangout bursting with bold colours and playful decor. Students, Blue Light workers, and hospitality workers all get to load up on discounted drinks, and regular patrons can get in on the fun during happy hour or with the weekly 2-4-1 cocktail selection. With themed bottomless brunches, DJ nights, cocktail classes, and more, there's always a fiesta going on here.