Best Clapham Bars

Found on Clapham High Street, Lotus Bar really is a one-stop shop for all of your night out needs. Not only does it boast gorgeous interiors and top-notch grub, but also fantastic cocktails and a lively party vibe on the weekends.

With Brooklyn styling, delicious cocktails and a bustling atmosphere, you can't go wrong with a night out at Tonight Josephine in Clapham. Better yet? This wholly pink paradise comes complete with a roster of events that promise Spice Girls brunches, bottomless parties and more.

Undeniable close to Clapham Common tube station and overlooking the green grass itself, The Perky Nel is brunch spot, wine bar and sports bar combined. With tables out from for the sunshine and regular offers, it's a comfy local with a bit of flair.

For cocktails, pizzas and some very impressive performers, this Clapham watering hole make it its aim to give you an unforgettable night with great drinks and a buzzing atmosphere as waitresses turn in to live singers for the night.

Located just moments away from Clapham Junction, Hannah is one of South London's quirkiest bars. With a 'pour your own' policy, the spot allows drinkers to help themselves to a selection of 48 wines and 16 beers - with tasty bites to accompany too.

Looking for the best bars in Clapham? When it comes to wine, you can't go wrong with this SW spot. Boasting charming interiors and mouthwatering menus in equal measure, you can devour seasonal plates, charcuterie platters and more, all washed down with a wide wine selection.

Fun-loving purveyors of hand-crafted cocktails, London Cocktail Club have opened up their own basement bar in the heart of Clapham. Toting a 90's Hollywood theme, this quirky haunt is sure to be slinging out a genre-defying range of classics and Insta-worthy mixes that pay homage to the big screen.

SiXTY/FoUR is hands down one of the best bars on Clapham High Street. Not only is it offering cool vibes and daily 2-4-1 happy hour cocktails, but the drinking den also plays host to a range of DJs who spin everything from house to funk and soul.

Putney cocktail hotspot Tequila Mockingbird has opened its second venture. This lovely little bar in Clapham is great whether you're grabbing a couple of happy hour cocktails or going all in at one of their weekend dance parties.

A party spot with tiki cocktails and Polynesian interiors on the brain, stunning cocktails and cool club nights take place at this great bar in Clapham, whether its weekday drinks or weekend all-nighters.

Aquum is buzzing venue with a basement bar and a split level VIP lounge overlooking the main dance floor. With great special guest DJs playing the best in party mash up tunes, regular burlesque performances and even fire eaters, this is a night out with a difference, so enjoy a memorable knees up with your favourite mates.

Head to The Schoolhouse in Battersea for a bit of nostalgia. Not only a cool playground for adults, with a bar and restaurant adorned with retro memorabilia, but this haunt also has lots of fresh seasonal eats and signature cocktails.

Head over to Battersea Rise where this plush pink cocktail spot is offering some of the finest mixes in South London. Girlfriend is fronting a beaut aesthetic that mixes swish furnishing with fun and playful fixtures to create one of the best drinking experiences in Clapham.

Among the many great bars on Northcote Road, Old Bank is one hotspot that's blowing it out of the water with its boozy offerings. Whether you fancy a fine wine, cracking cocktail or freshly poured beer, this joint is serving up the goods.

The OG South London BrewDog, this Battersea Rise bar boasts excellent beers, atmospheric interiors and a delicious selection of bar snacks perfect for pairing with one of their many brews.

Expect to taste both flavours and spices from the far corners of the world at Mommi where the cultures of Japan and South America collide for cocktails and cuisine that is ultimately ingenious. With a bar well versed in exotic tipples and lush liquors, their pisco packs a punch if you're looking for some original mixology. 

Open from dawn 'til late, Little Orange Door is a beautiful Clapham bar serving up the best in handcrafted cocktails, tasty brunch plates and oh-so-gorgeous interiors. From cosy nooks with comfy daybeds to futuristic corners, this spot is a feast for the eyes.

Tropix is a tropical escape in the heart of Clapham. Perfectly placed on the High Street, it offers a wide range of worldwide flavours with an innovative cocktail menu and exotic food selection, making for a perfect retreat to drink, eat and dance.

Looking for a hidden bar in Clapham that comes up as one of the finest gems in South London's cocktail crown? Then you best be making a visit to King of Ladies Man. Notable for its retro and luxe interiors, this sophisticated bar offers some of the finest in unique cocktails. 

Be At One is where you go if you're looking to mix with friendly faces either side of the bar. You might also feel inclined to visit if you enjoy sipping on expertly made cocktails at knock down rates, which is something you can do if you're visiting between 5-8 PM every day.

Searching for the best places to drink around Clapham? Blame Gloria is a great choice for cocktails lovers and good-time seekers. Along with happy hours and weekend parties (including some of Clapham's wildest brunches, this gorgeous bar is also one hell of a looker with big prints, glitter and colour splashed all over.

With pizzas from £6 and live music six nights a week, Northcote Records is a serious contender for best bar in Clapham. Dedicated to the best music, the venue is decorated with gig posters and vinyl records and stays open til late ensuring you have an amazing party spot south of the river.

Teasing cocktails on the terrace, boozy brunches on the weekend and hearty plates come dinner; if you're looking for one of the most beautiful bars in Clapham, you've found it. Not just a New England babe with interiors that impress, No. 32's Old Town plot is prime for sunshine drinks and nights out with friends.

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.