Best Clapham Bars

Clapham is known for its youthful crowd, cracking pop-ups, a renowned chippie and one darn lovely Picture House. When you're on the hunt for a drink? From hipster-heavy haunts and half-price cocktails, to lush beer gardens and off-kilter boozers, we've cultivated a list some of the best bars to go to in Clapham. Can we count you in?

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Last updated on 20th May 2025




O'Neill's Clapham

For an Irish bar in Clapham? O'Neill's comes out on top thanks to its friendly hospitality, affordable prices and amazing food to back it all up. Think pints of Guinness and all your other favourite pours washing down burgers, bottomless brunches and more.

The Four Thieves

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It's not every day you get a vintage arcade, a private karaoke booth and a moonshine raceway in one, but with The Four Thieves in South London, it's all under the same roof. Head to this eclectic haunt to have a bash at the likes of Dance Revolution, Superbikes and more, while gobbling down delicious burgers and sipping on spicy margaritas, of which you can bag 2-4-1 one of on Mondays. 

Venn St. Records

Happy Hour

One of the leading options for a slightly alternative night out in Clapham, Venn Street Records is a vinyl-clad, rock 'n' roll drinkers den. Noticeable for the large neon sign outside, the venue hosts regular live acts and DJs while the team at the bar mix up cocktails like the AC/Daquiri. #CheapDate night offers 2 drinks and 2 pizzas for £15 and happy hour runs every day at this fun-time bar that refuses to take itself too seriously.

Common Late

An intimate candle-lit venue housed in a vintage apothecary bar, Common Late prides itself on meticulous care, attention to detail and crafty cocktails. From the raspberry gin-infused 1934 cosmopolitan to the thyme signature bramble, their drinks are sure to impress.

Afters

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Looking for a late-night bar in London that offers a good time with no fuss? Head straight to Afters on Clapham High Street. This dive bar is the definition of no-frills fun, with low lights, great tunes, and a menu of pints and hard liquor to keep the party going.

Whether you're challenging your mates to a game of pool or just letting loose after a long week, Afters is the place to be when you're looking for a night that goes into the early hours. No need to worry about the time - when the fun's this good, it's all about the vibe.