Best Bars To Celebrate A Birthday

Winner of our Best Party Bar of 2012 accolade, there's always something to do at this buzzing King's Cross hangout. To start with, there's a whole assortment of tasty treats up for grabs featuring delightful bites to eat and an array of celebratory drinks too. Drink Shop & Do regularly hosts quirky events like 'Play with Clay 80s Style' and 'Dot-To-Dot-To-Disco' and there is of course a string of expert DJs on hand to get you and your party flocking to the dance floor.

Ballie Ballerson is by far London's best birthday party bar. Featuring one million balls, including deep VIP pit and ball-terfall, this epic venue also offers a two hour bottomless ball pit session accompanied with unlimited pizza.

Get yourself down to the Beast of Brixton for your birthday for a night of good food, great cocktails and big tunes. Off the streets of Brixton, this hidden gem is known for having two floors of great music, which should get you inspired enough to get your friends down there for your birthday. But their beer taps are filled with local brews and they offer a wide-range of cocktails as well.

Get your birthday dress on or snap on your best bow-tie, for this birthday will take you back to the bygone era of when live music and piano lounges were the only way to go. Set in a huge Victorian warehouse, think classic style meets contemporary cool at The Piano Works. Request the popular songs you want to hear all night for the band to play and sip on divine cocktails or tuck into delectable eats before you dance the night away. 

Made to be somewhere special and ultimately exclusive, the Victorian Bath House in Bishopsgate shows you into a world of luxury, decadence and some of the finest food and drink in London. By appointment only, plan to celebrate your birthday in London at this fabulous destination doused in secrecy and some ultimately vintage style. 

Relax with your friends and signpost your birthday celebrations this year with a few games of beer pong, copious amounts of pizza and glass after glass of your favourite drink. The team at The Bat and Ball have it all for you, opening their doors to London's party-mad crowds. With 2 bars, a pizzeria run by Well Street Pizza, and 12 ping pong tables, you can choose to sit back and fill yourself with amazing food and drink or show off your amazing ping pong skills to everyone you hold dear.  

Upper House in Islington is the perfect pad for a bit of contemporary cool partying. Set over three huge floors and boasting 4 unique bar areas, drink and dine in the Parlour, Aviary, Sanctuary or Ballroom for a taste of sophisticated fun. Everything about this bar is perfect for some some birthday frolics and it's more than big enough to host you and your crew. 

If you thought you had to choose between sophisticated or fun for your birthday celebration but never both, you've obviously never been to The Shoreditch! Join the cocktail specialists at this slick venue on Shoreditch High Street for a buzzing birthday celebration for the ages. Private booths are available to book, and £10 will get you four beers or two cocktails before 10 PM.

Celebrating your birthday in London? Looking for a bar that can match your excitement in style, atmosphere and cocktail flair alike? Then we've just the venue for you. From quirky cocktails and unique concoctions to dive bar style interiors, London Cocktail Club in Shoreditch will impress with their party attitude and cocktail style alike. 

Styled around the illicit, underground activity of a roaring twenties speakeasy, Proud Cabaret delivers a night of glamour and intrigue below the bustling streets of the city. Head inside and prepare for a night doused with bygone elegance; Proud offers high-end burlesque performances and high-end dining perfect for a memorable birthday bash.

Appearing still and calm, but really containing something remarkable, the Bishopsgate bar sits uncomfortably above one of London's best kept secrets, WM Barker & Co. To really make your birthday a memorable experience, their range of finely-tuned cocktails are completely unique, revolving around a selection of specifically produced syrups and liqueurs. With a range of ingredient-full toasties and an impressive selection of both locally and internationally brewed craft beers, the experience on offer here is capable of pleasing even the grumpiest Londoner. 

Blame Gloria features an eclectic mix of toe-tapping classics that span six decades, so there's something for lovers of all genres. The great music is accompanied by great cocktails created by the venue's expert mixologists, making this charismatic nightspot a top party venue if you're looking to celebrate centrally. 

With live bands, maestro DJs and huge parties, this Brazilian beach bar / London Bloc Party club in Shoreditch is a haven for revellers all over the capital. There are a number of areas and tables available to hire out to enjoy some food before heading on down to the dance floor to throw some shapes all night long! The wonders of Floripa are no secret to the city's revellers!

Stripped back and rustic, Martello Hall has all the components you need for a great birthday party. As well as private hire options, the space is open until 3am on the weekends, has a cracking bottomless brunch option and serves a crowd-pleasing menu of Italian fare.

With belly dancing, live performances and lively music, Souk is an ideal spot to celebrate any milestone. Expect group tables, rich dishes and Moroccan interiors, in true North African style.

One of the city's coolest drinking and dining destinations, this unique bar and street food space offers gorgeous views over the capital, alongside delicious eats and quirky cocktials.

If you haven't heard of Oddbins, then you should have because they're the next best thing when it comes to bespoke tasting events in London. No matter what sort of party you're planning for your birthday, a tutored wine, beer or spirit tasting is an absolute must and made into something fun and fresh by the Oddbins team. What's more, they will come to whatever venue you fancy! Now that is top service. 

Things don't have to be the same every year, they can be different, particularly if you head to Reverend JW Simpsons in Fitzrovia. Cocktails are concocted with foraged and seasonal ingredients and the venue is the former home of a reverend, and still incorporates much of his former life.

Get the gang over to Palmers Green where Roller Nation offers the ultimate roller skating experience in London, alongside a fully-stocked bar and on-site diner serving up delicious burgers.

Looking to amp things up a notch this birthday in London? Coming at you with not only the finest cocktails and bites in the business, you can head on down to Bounce for something truly special as you indulge in ping pong, neons and plenty more. If you're after something a little more exclusive, the group private brunch has got you covered with two hours of endless prosecco, pizza and games in your very own private space.

Hidden under the railway arches of Cannon Street station, this City bar is an ideal location for birthday drinks. From garage brunch to carnival parties and late night sessions, you're guaranteed a big night out.

If your birthday's coming up, why not celebrate it at Musical Bingo or Last Man Standing? From mystery challenges, different fun rounds and loads of pizza to challenges and true or false questions, you'll find it all here.

Madison Restaurant Bar and Café is the perfect place to spend your birthday in London. The panoramic views of London and St Paul's Cathedral from one of Europe's largest public open air roof terraces is truly spectacular. The food and drink are just as good, with classic European dishes coming out of the kitchen and Champagne, wine and freshly made cocktails come from the bar.

Celebrate your birthday at Peckham Levels, because inside you'll find Near & Far. Not only do they boast incredible cocktails and bar snacks, but also a retro kitsch interior, panoramic views of the city, and Djs bringing the tunes on a disco ball-illuminated dance floor.

It's your birthday and you can cry if you want to - but we want to avoid that, so here's one of the swankiest bars in Kings Cross to launch you into the birthday spirit. Have a tasty tipple in the hidden cocktail bar, enjoy some great Gastro grub and check out the heated, picturesque rooftop bar for an evening of fun frolics and saucy shenanigans in a buzzing venue.

If you're looking for an exuberant all-round birthday experience, look no further than Hoxley and Porter in Angel. There's ample choice of British classic dishes on the menu and with an impressive cocktail list full of flamboyant flavours, this opulent train-carriage themed nightspot is one of North London's premier birthday venues in the city.

Bursting with fun activities from bowling to karaoke, this great bar and entertainment venue is one of the best places to have a birthday party in London.

The Wall can offer a versatile and unique space right in the heart of London. It's a branch of the House of Vans - so a skating-friendly ethos is to be expected - with quality food, drinks and service influenced by the cafe-cum-diner scene of New York. With influences from both sides of the Atlantic, this one would suit those looking for a vast private hire space in a bullseye central location.

Whether you're looking for a bottomless brunch, an afternoon tea or just a few quirky cocktails with friends, Little Nan's is one of the best bars to celebrate a birthday. With fabulous decor, comfy furniture, it's a dream on its own, but to sweeten the pot, if you book for a birthday, they'll name a cocktail in your honour.

Priding themselves on being a modern-day bingo hall, Dabber's is the ultimate spot for a birthday celebration. From musical bingo to boozy bottomless brunches, high-stakes games to family events, there really is something for all needs on your special day. 

With three rooms and a suave interior, this is one of the best venues south of the river for your birthday shenanigans. Party in the basement bar, drop it down low in the main terrace area or have some sophisticated drinks in the split-level VIP lounge. With burlesque performances, fire-eating and special guest DJs, this place has every angle of your night covered for a footloose and fancy free party.

Salvador & Amanda in Bloomsbury team their themed nights with great happy hours, affordable drinks and vibrant DJs to create an energetic party vibe ideal for a birthday celebration. Their Private Room has been constructed with birthday celebrations in mind, and there's room for 100 guests to enjoy the exclusive bar and DJ.

Want a flat party for your birthday but can't afford another complaint from the neighbours? You're in luck. The Little Blue Door is here to give you those flat party vibes without the mess, bringing spectacular drinks, great music and mischief all round.

Aerial performances, a disco in the Grade II-listed ballroom and non-stop retro music make Rouges one of the most fun London venues to celebrate a birthday. Plus the bar has been used by Tina Turner, Oasis and Elton John in their music videos, and if it's good enough for them.

A vibrant and colourful cocktail bar, Apples & Pears offers a cracking birthday party destination just off Brick Lane. Tuck in to wood fired pizzas, sample creative signature cocktails and take in a live music programme that swells to include motown, soul, funk and hip hop beats. Book your own area or enjoy exclusive hire of the venue; there's no hire fee involved!

If you're after a slightly more chilled but trendy birthday in London, check out Map Maison. As well as delicious afternoon teas and exclusive mixology masterclasses, this place is known for its fun vibes and tempting menu of bespoke cocktails. 

Catch Bar in Shoreditch is a fun and quirky party bar that's ideal for a Birthday celebration. With two bars, great cocktails and colourful wall decorations, this Mexican bar is a lively slice of Latin America brought to the heart of East London. Sink a few tequila shots, sip on fabulous fruity cocktails and snack on Mexican party bites, before dancing the night away. 

Trapeze will truly offer you a birthday you won't forget. Set in the heart of Shoreditch, it's the ideal place for your birthday with a cool cocktail bar on the first floor and a pumping basement club, this circus themed venue is an incredibly fun night out. With food on offer as well, there's really everything you need in one night.

Looking for a central London venue with a bit of character? Don't blame you, especially when you've got hangouts like Topolski knocking about. This gallery, bar, cafe and private hire venue serves up all kinds of creative cocktails from 5 PM, with resident DJs on cue to give you something to dance to come the weekends. Birthday groups can either part or exclusively hire Topolski for their celebrations.

Amazing food, delectable cocktails and DJ sets that last until the early hours; how better to spend your birthday this year? The team at the Suburb SW11 Clapham Junction have worked tirelessly, perfecting the culinary experience that they offer their many guests. From giant flame-laden cocktails for sharing to sizzling steaks and delicious burgers, guests are certain to leave this spot satisfied. On Fridays and Saturdays, the venue comes to life, with resident DJs playing all your favourite songs long into the night.