Cool And Quirky Bars In Essex

Slug and Lettuce is a no-brainer for cool and quirky places to drink in Essex. Meet your mates here, or at their Chelmsford bar, for a raucous bottomless brunch or a couple of after-work cocktails and soak in the neon signs and plush interiors.

Flying the flag for quirky Essex bars, The Merchant is giving us some real 70s vibes, thanks to its retro wallpaper and eccentric prints. The perfect place to spend game day, this Brentwood sports pub also has a range of drinks and meal offers to sweeten the deal.

Ever wanted to take a spaceship to Mars, or compete in a Shaun the Sheep competition? Now's your chance. Thanks to Electric Gamebox Lakeside and its wicked selection of high-grade tech, you'll feel as if you've actually been transported to another world.

Jungle interiors, dancing waiters, a sun-soaked roof terrace...Be At One is a sure-fire bet for quirky cocktails and good times. Renowned for its stylish decor and party vibes, this gem has got you covered from day to night with brilliant happy hours and banging beats.

Three Wise Monkeys are serving up some of the top quirky nights out in Essex. But don't take our word for it. Head on down to this Colchester watering hole and see for yourself at one of their live music sets, club events, drinks tastings or other happenings.

Crazy golf and beer buckets? Having taken London by storm, Puttshack has brought its neon-lit drinking den to Essex. Swing by Lakeside and you'll get to take part in some seriously high-tech putting, complete with a fully-stocked bar and tasty food to keep you fuelled up. 

This unmissable bar in Chelmsford is an essential visit for summertime tipples, whatever the occasion may be. The Spritz Social has a range of bookable spaces, including private beach huts, with lip-smacking cocktails, a range of delicious burgers and plenty of Instagram opportunities. 

Complete with bottomless booze, finger-licking food, party bingo and non-stop dance-offs, Garage Bingo is ticking all our weekend boxes, and then some. Coming to a top-secret Essex location, these events are the stuff of Saturday session dreams.

One of the best cool and quirky cocktail bars in Essex, Revolution is your go-to for fruity tipples and midnight antics. Spend a fun evening with friends at this floral-filled hangout or hit it up later and dance 'til the early hours. 

A multi-level playground for drinking and dancing, Vertigo Lounge is keeping you entertained all year round. As well as boasting a stunning rooftop terrace, ideal for some summertime tanning, the Hornchurch bar also plays host to regular weekend DJ sets.