Alfresco Drinking In London

Looking for unique places to enjoy alfresco dinks in London? Head to The Skylark Café for a stunning dining experience, complete with indoor-meets-outdoor vibes and seasonal bites. If you're celebrating a party, go all-out with a BBQ on the charming terrace space.

Most venues close to the stunning Battersea Park are playing for second place when it comes to outdoor space, but not The Prince Albert. This gem of a gastropub features an award-winning terrace, which becomes a popular grazing spot for SW11's after-work crowd when the sun is out.

May Fair Kitchen's alfresco space is perfect once the weather warms, with relaxed seating and cosy laterns, you can feast on Mexican and Peruvian sharing plates and sip on cocktails from the afternoon through till late.

This Spanish restaurant and bar brings you small plates, tasty mains and delicious wine in the heart of the City. Head out to their alfresco terrace in the summer and lose an evening in the company of good friends, and a few bottles of fine wine.

Hunker down under the heaters at Strongroom Bar and Kitchen to enjoy a few alfresco drinks this winter in East London. Not only is this one incredibly creative hub that's stooped in musical history, but the bar's menu of enticing food and drink is sure to keep you well-fuelled.

Cool, casual and cosy, The Castle's beaut of a rooftop terrace helps it to stand out from its Pentonville Road neighbours. Get yourself up here for some pub grub and a few drinks, with a delicious open-air vantage point over Islington, and plenty of heaters to keep you toasty in the evening.

There's so much going on at The Star of Kings it can be tricky to keep up. Offering a completely different dining experience every three months, fronting an entertainment schedule brimming with live music and DJs yet retaining the good old-fashioned feel of a solid pub, The Star completes its impressive résumé with a lovely alfresco area.

One of the best places to drink outside in London, The Understudy is a gorgeous bar inside the National Theatre. Head down for craft beers and street food with a side of river views and people watching from their bustling alfresco square.

Opening just in time for summer, Paper Dress Yard is a shiny new al fresco drinking spot in the heart of Hackney. Part of the stylish vintage boutique of the same name, this outdoor space will boast live DJs, tasty tipples and table service throughout - making social distancing that little bit easier.

Home to a pretty and expansive outdoor terrace, this excellent bar and restaurant offers a premium selection of sippable cocktails and tasty dishes. Head over to New Street Square, or their Bankside location, when the sun is high and bed down with an Aperol spritz in one hand and a plateful of bar snacks in the other.

Regularly playing host to amazing live music from both bands and DJs, The Lock Tavern has become a part of nightlife folklore in these parts. Alfresco drinking seekers have been enjoying the cosy garden for years with its thick beamed wooden canopy wrapped in ivy keeping you dry through those typical English summers.

Boasting one of London's prettiest outdoor terraces, this canalside haunt is the only place to sun yourself this summer. Grab a cocktail oFf their impressive list, and head for these nearest sofa where you can sip away to your heart's content with stunning views of the water.

A sleek choice for places to drink outside in London, The Montague on The Gardens Hotel is serving up afternoon tea, cocktails and food in a gorgeous setting. Located opposite the British Museum, this terrace is a brilliant shout for meet-ups with the family or a fancy date.

Soak up the sun as you sip on margaritas, rhubarb bellinis and coconut mojitos at No.35 Mackenzie Walk. A top spot for after-work cocktails in Canary Wharf, the bar and restaurant also has a beautiful waterside terrace for those after some truly classy alfresco drinks.

Overlooking Notting Hill from the banks of Little Venice, Skylark really is a unique rooftop drinking den in London. If you're a sucker for cocktails, this all-new bar concept will provide the perfect setting for after-work tipples and date nights alike. 

With an outdoor terrace that overlooks Regents Canal, Smith's Bar and Grill is the perfect place to go for a quick cocktail or spot of lunch. If the weather turns, don't worry - they have an indoor table tennis area.

The Saxon is a Clapham High Street bar with a pretty outdoor terrace space that puts you in the heart of this ever-popular neighbourhood. Make your way through their list of signature small plates and stunning concoctions next time you're craving a little alfresco action.

A Hammersmith hottie with the back garden to boot, not only is The Eagle an absolute treasure when it comes to their gastro grub offering, alfresco drinks in London have a neat contender on their hands. From cutesy bunting and shed-shaped booths, to beanbags and grassy knolls, this sweet garden is a sight to see. 

Rocket can do almost anything; if there isn't a drink you like on the menu, the staff are happy to concoct a new creation for you. Better yet, you can soak up 360-degree views of the 02 Arena and the West India Quay docks as you sip.

Set within the grounds of the Old Royal Naval College, The Old Brewery is a unique and historic pub located just yards away from the legendary Cutty Sark. An ideal spot to sample London-brewed craft beers and a healthy range of distilled spirits, there's a relaxed outdoor terrace with plenty of room for when the sun makes an appearance.

Kitted out with mismatched furniture, snug sofas and an airy ambience, this neighbourhood gastropub also features a courtyard for sunny season drinking and dining. Freshly prepared British grub is on the menu, washed down with a whole catalogue of wines, ales and craft beers. Bliss.

Casual coffee spot by day and bustling cocktail bar by night, Victoria's Timmy Green boasts a gorgeous, leafy terrace where you can enjoy their fabulous selection of food and drinks come morning, noon or night.

Head to Kindred for tasty cocktails in a gorgeous beer garden. The Hammersmith beer garden is bound to buzzing during the summer months as drinkers and diners come to enjoy bottomless brunches, alfresco drinks and live music nights.

This cheery beer garden doesn't need the sun to shine to make it smile. Bright yellow cladding surrounds comfy booths, heaters warm happy boozers and fairy lights cast a flattering glow. Potter inside and peruse the stylish 1960s décor and vibrant artworks, and make sure you check in with their programme of fun events.

Head up above the bustling streets to London Bridge Rooftop where you'll find house tunes, 90 minutes of bottomless booze and a buzzy atmosphere. There'll also be tasty burgers and breath-taking views across the city at this weekend brunch event.

Something of a beer garden and alfresco drinking destination crossed with some of the city's best street food traders, Vinegar Yard has it all. That means food from the likes of Baba G's, and Up in My Grill just to name a few.

There's nothing more British than watching the tennis with a glass of Pimm's and freshly baked scones to hand. This summer, you can enjoy all of this and more, as The Courtyard plays host to a series of unmissable screenings with tasty afternoon teas served throughout. 

One Fitzrovia's favourite party spots, Simmons is a corker of kitsch cocktails, darling interiors and top notch antics to boot. While heralded for their decor, the Fitroy Street bar also boasts a wee selection of alfresco seats for outdoor supping. With its fake grass and white picket fence, it's a cute ol' place to grab a cocktail or three. 

Alfresco drinking doesn't just mean standing out in the rain by yourself for a smoke, it means embracing a love of nature and the great outdoors. People's Park Tavern has a beer garden which creates a sense of love for our British environment, with its views of Victoria Park and constant influx of happy smiling sun-revellers.

Get your alfresco drinking fix at this buzzing South London bar. Leadbelly's will have you swooning over its signature cocktails and American-style milkshakes while chowing down on all-day menus of classic British grub and sunning yourself on the terrace.

Vinoteca is a King's Cross restaurant bar offering handpicked bottles from across the globe and an all-day menu of top-quality eats. Topping it off, the alfresco area offers comfortable and casual seating in a prime location for London's after-work drinking crowd. 

Camden's Prince Albert offers one of the areas best alfresco drinking experiences. Quality battered cod and chips comes on wooden serving boards with a refreshing slice of lemon on the side. Or if it's just the refreshing part you're after, then its very popular beer garden is a haven for a zingy tipple.

One of the best things to do in London this summer, Cocktails in the City is letting you get your alfresco drink on in true style. Bringing together an incredible array of top-notch bartending talent, the event is treating you to sublime sips and non-stop live music.

When it comes to alfresco drinking in London, there are fewer places as well-rounded as Rolling Stock. Perched in the heart of Shoreditch, this classic boozer has old school charm, banging burgers and an expansive beer garden that stays warm in the winter months thanks to its heaters.

Sitting at the base of the gherkin, it's highly unlikely that you'll find as iconic an alfresco space in London as this. With London's most recognised building looming over guests in the sunshine, The Sterling is just that, a truly sterling plot. From its grand selection of tables and notably large space, parties are ever hankering to get their mitts on it.

A nice wee spot by the river in Notting Hill, those looking for alfresco drinks in London won't be hard pushed to enjoy the pub antics of this babe in the west. Grab a pint and settle down for a drink by the river as The Union Tavern not only boasts a top selection of beers, their suburban hankerings are more than adored.

Boasting a covered and heated terrace to the front, The King of Prussia is one of our top picks for alfresco drinking in North London. The friendly boozer boasts a huge selection of local ales, along with summer spritzes and fruity craft sips.

For outdoor drinking and dining in South London, The Crooked Well is one of our favourite pubs. Located just off Peckham Road, the friendly watering hole serves a mouthwatering selection of modern British cuisine, from premium steaks to crab cakes and braised lamb shank.

Mooch around the delightful outside area of The Fentiman Arms and soak up the sizzling sounds of their BBQ's during the hazy summer months. Here you can glug on a refreshing pint or crisp glass of wine on their beautiful terrace which offers an oasis space in the heart of London. 

The Exhibit is a must for alfresco drinking in South London, offering a cosy patio space for sipping handcrafted cocktails and grazing on enticing American-inspired dishes. While you're there, why not check out their seasonal movie screenings? 

A gastropub wonder at the heart of the Lee community, The Crown Tavern is known for its stunning front terrace, which becomes a hive of activity for contented drinkers when the weather is fine. Pop along on your way home from work where you'll find a selection of cask ales, world-class wines or refreshing long drinks waiting for you.

The Imperial Arms is a charming neighbourhood pub in Fulham, with a gorgeous garden that's simply made for alfresco drinks in the summer months. Get your fill of handcrafted sips and British grub while surrounded by colourful foliage and splashes of artwork.

Backyard Cinema s one of the best places for alfresco drinks in South London. Join them for an evening of cinema viewing and stunning drinking and dining in the heated courtyard, complete with piles of nachos, droolworthy burgers and freshly baked pizzas, alongside a long list of refreshing sips.

If it's dreamy burgers and delicious pub grub that you're after, look no further than this East End boozer. Burgers come in all sorts of ways; from vegan to veggie and meat, while Sunday roasts stacks come in hot at affordable prices, washed down with oodles of craft beer.

Clapham's old town is one mighty brunch babe, and prime for outdoor spots; but when it comes to serious dining and drinking under the London light, there's no better than No 32. Seasonal, stylish and boasting a really - and we mean really - nice roof terrace, this is a hard alfresco terrace to beat.

Located in the heart of Knightsbridge, The Hari Hotel is home to a gorgeous rooftop terrace, decked out with lush green botanicals and twinkling fairy lights. The perfect luxe spot for a tipple or two under the stars or drawn-out lunches, it's a must-visit spot.

Fancy a pint by the water? Head over to Hackney Wicks' Barge East where you'll find a boat restaurant and stunning riverside seating area for all your drinking and dining needs. Expect wines, beers, ciders and a selection of cocktails.