Sports Bar & Grill Canary Wharf
For Canary Wharf bars showing the latest game, look no further than Sports Bar & Grill. This place has all the major sports on SKY and BT, alongside games ranging from darts to pool keeping you occupied too.
With this area's abundance of alfresco terraces and drinking dens with a waterfront views or quirky games, it's more than earned its place on our capital's drinking map. For cocktails, a few pints and even rooftops galore, take a peek at our hand-picked guide to the best Canary Wharf Bars.
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Last updated on 3rd April 2024
For Canary Wharf bars showing the latest game, look no further than Sports Bar & Grill. This place has all the major sports on SKY and BT, alongside games ranging from darts to pool keeping you occupied too.
Any venue with a secret, garden-inspired lounge ticks all kinds of boxes for us. This is a refreshingly airy and relaxed hangout, where cocktails are as quirky as they come and the solid choice of wine spoils. Get yourself over during the warmer months, when the alfresco terrace finds its mojo.
After the best cocktail bar? The Alchemist is bringing you some of the finest tipples for a bit of theatrics. From interactive drinks that fizz, pop and bubble, to a stunning selection of internationally-inspired eats.
These purveyors of fine craft brews have given a little extra detail to their Canary Wharf location. Rocking cashless tills, accepting cryptocurrency and even pouring 'Hop Exchange' a beer that fluctuate sub price with the FTSE 100, it's the perfect new spot for an after-work drink.
For those of you seeking out quirky bars, make sure to check out Platform Canary Wharf. It's the perfect place to enjoy a catch-up with pals or a unique date night, as it boasts a load of classic games on Switch and PlayStation. To seal the deal, there's also cocktails and pizza.
Rocket is the perfect location for young professionals to wind down in after work, or the ideal setting for nailing your next business lunch. The bar boasts a vast selection of cocktails, and both floors extend onto an outdoor terrace for some alfresco dining with spectacular views.
If you're looking for a classic British pub experience with a fun-filled twist in Isle of Dogs, Pepper St Tavern is the place to be. With 16 screens for sports as well as a games room filled with retro arcades, pool tables, table tennis, foosball, and smart darts, you'll be spoilt for choice at this cosy boozer. Plus, they've got a massive selection of craft beers, ciders, and lagers, accompanied by delicious New York-style pizza. Yum, yum.
Spread over three floors at the top of the Novotel Hotel, Bōkan is one of the best rooftop bars in Canary Wharf. Boasting stunning views across the city and interiors to die for, it is a gorgeous place to sink many a drink, as it has an exceptional selection of wine on offer.
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A jack-of-all-trades, the Breakfast Club is always abuzz with energy. Decorated as a retro working men's club, expect to find intriguing furniture along with a brunch menu full of traditional British treats. Plus, there's a pub space taking drinks bookings that's a top pick of Canary Wharf bars with happy hour, thanks to £4.50 pints, £6 wine and £6 cocktails from 4 to 8pm on weekdays.
For a bar that transitions seamlessly from day to night, look no further than 640East Canary Wharf. They serve up Caravan Specialty Coffee in one shipping container and a rotating selection of independent craft beers in another. Enjoy all of these drinks in their heated outdoor space.
Swing chairs, table football, bold colours and a living plant wall all adorn the parent to Wahaca's restaurant. The terrace bar is a wondrous Wharf-dweller offering native Mexican tipples in the form of only the purest and primed tequila and mezcal London has seen.
Searching for activity bars? A more fun entry on our list, Fairgame is a great Canary Wharf watering hole. With a funfair theme, the venue slings out games such as Whac-A-Mole, as well as delicious street food and cracking cocktails.
Hailed for their happy hours and a favourite of Canary Wharf bars open late, The Cocktail Club Canary Wharf has 2 for £12 cocktails all evening long, from brambles to mojitos and espresso martinis. Settle into their party palace as you enjoy theatrics from their bar staff and chart-topping tunes.
The team behind Flight Club are bringing Canary Wharf an all-new spin on a great British pastime. Unwind after a busy day with a trip to Electric Shuffle, a technology-infused re-imagining of shuffleboard with additional delicious food and refreshing drinks.
Looking something a little unusual? Then head to Munich Cricket Club. This German Bierkeller is ideal for a bizarrely brilliant time of Bavarian-imported beers, bangers from a weekly Oompah band, and a menu of classics like slow-roasted pork knuckle and dumplings.
Located in the heart of the business district, this place is home to a stunning selection of British dishes, cocktail masterclasses and tasting experiences alongside weekly live events where you can catch tribute acts, talented artists and up and coming musicians. That's what makes it one of the best bars in Canary Wharf with music.
Located in a Grade-II listed building, The Gun is a quirky spot for Canary Wharf bars with a view. As well as having a swish restaurant, the venue has a more informal pub perfect for grabbing a post-work pint or going for a cosy time over the weekend - and it's only a short stroll from the centre of the business district.
If you're looking for tapas bars or outdoor bar, La Terraza is ticking all the boxes. Head here to indulge in a range of delish plates, all washed down with sangria, beers and cocktails in the most gorgeous surrounds.
Looking for a lively space in the heart of Canary Wharf? Head to Iberica where you'll find a delicious selection of Mediterranean small plates, delicious wines and a vibrant atmosphere. With a mouthwatering seafood selection, you won't leave hungry.
Located in Cabot Square, Vagabond is an uber-sleek wine-led choice of Canary Wharf bars with a view thanks to those waterside vistas. Spread over two floors, this place is known for its collection of wine available for the glass, with over 130 varieties (impressive, huh?). Now you can organise your own mini tasting session rather than settling on a whole bottle of one kind.
If you're looking for a Canary Wharf bar, then be sure to check out Hawksmoor Bar Wood Wharf. Not only is this fabulous venue floating on the water, but it's also home to a 9-metre-long bar that whips up signature concoctions. Hungry? There are dry-aged steaks for that.
It's not hard to see why No.35 Mackenzie Walk is one of the most popular bars in Canary Wharf. Alongside its beautiful outdoor terrace, waterside views, tasty cocktails and all-day menu of light bites and bigger meals, the spot also as a range of draught beers, bottles and wines.
When you're not ogling at the vast amount of food options available at MMy Wood Wharf, make sure to check out the sustainable cocktails from Ethika and craft beer from Italian Job. Plus, you can find jazz music playing at TAM.
Pizza Pilgrims have headed East, serving great pizzas coupled with 16-person foosball, plasma screen TVs and vintage video games. The famous pizza maestros serve all the same Neapolitan pizzas that made them famous in the first place, alongside being one of the most cheap bars in Canary Wharf.
A sister site to Chai Ki, Toddy Shop Bar is an elegant all-day bar and eatery in the heart of the Canary Wharf Crossrail Place. Taking inspiration from coastal drinking dens of India, it serves quality drinks and enticing small plates of fresh seafood and innovative soul food.
If you're looking for the best bars in Canary Wharf, then Pedler is your spot. Fronting a sleek bar and mega-friendly bartender, you'll get to enjoy delish espresso martinis and coffee negronis, as well as Southern Californian-inspired seafood dishes if you get peckish.
With locations scattered throughout London, Market Halls Cargo Canary Wharf is a great spot for your drinking needs. Along with food offering such as tacos, sushi and fried chicken, the venue offers plenty of wine, beer and cocktails to keep you and your pals well-watered.
For rooftop cocktail bars in Canary Wharf, Pergola is a fantastic shout. This leafy paradise is found tucked away at the top of Crossrail Place, through the gorgeous gardens on the highest floor. Better yet, there's DJs on Friday nights and bottomless brunch parties or Sunday roasts come the weekend.
The Sipping Room is a sleek choice of Canary Wharf bars and restaurants that serves delicious seasonal dishes throughout the day to hungry revellers. Part of the Drake and Morgan family, this place upholds high standards with fresh ingredients and quality cocktails.
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After the best wine bars? Look no further because Humble Grape is what you need. Think wines on rotation, with over 400 lines available by the bottle. There's even delicious food to soak it all up and beaut interiors too.