London is one of the most lavish cities to get the best of both worlds - dinner and dancing. With plush eateries and fine dining destinations aplenty, we've picked out the best joints that will transform into a late-night playground of opulence, dancing and DJs. Whatever you're looking for, a plush palace, a decadent diner or a laid-back bar with eats and beats, London has it all right here.
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Iconic Farringdon spot Piano Works is a restaurant-meets-bar-meets-club where you're in charge of the music. With a live band on hand to play your requests non-stop throughout the night, this modern take on the classic piano bar also offers a gorgeous menu of dinner-ready dishes, from juicy steaks to vegan curries and indulgent desserts.
Trapeze is a cheeky circus themed haunt of colourful booths to munch down some nosh and sup on some of their immensely tasty cocktail creations. Once you've filled your boots upstairs, venture to the basement where you'll find one of Shoreditch's loudest and most raucous clubbing nights. Sweat, drink and dance down here to the best tunes and DJs around.
Atmospheric, even before sundown, this brimming haunt is just the ticket for brilliant Spanish-inspired cuisine and bustling dancefloors. Lit by bejewelled lamps and playing a party-ready selection of hits, it's something of a no brainer. Not in the area? They also have an outpost in Covent Garden.
Learn some Salsa moves, or impress others with the moves they didn't know you had at Salsa, where the Latin rhythms pound strong and the hip swishing reigns supreme. This fun time party bar is a whirlwind of South American sass and spirit - just make sure you load up on their spicy treats so you can keep up with the rest of them!
Bringing the culture of South Africa to Camden Town, Shaka Zulu is one-of-a-kind, with the entrance down an escalator. Eat the exotically named dishes of Crocodile Cigars, whilst surrounded by life-sized African tribesmen statues before weaving your way through the grand decor and joining the well-dressed crowd on the dancefloor.
Not many restaurants in London boast stylish interiors, delicious plates and a club to their name. Except of course, Haymarket Kitchen. Located just off Piccadilly Circus, this little gem is connected to the rowdy Tiger Tiger - but when inside, you'd never guess it. Fronting some contemporary European dishes, a varied selection of wines, and a banging post-dinner club set up, it's one of the city's best party restaurants.
A true party paradise just a short walk from Holborn station, Tropicana Beach Club is a place for drinking, dining and dancing until the early hours. On top of the excellent edible offerings, you'll also get your fill of entertainment as this unique bar brings a stunning selection of cabaret and circus performances.
This Texan BBQ-inspired eatery lays on the Southern hospitality come dinner time with their selection of burgers, ribs, bourbon and beers. Then, once the plates are cleared the venue's live bands and DJs take to the stage with tunes to shake a tailfeather to. Check out their Camden and Brixton joints for much of the same.
With venues in Embankment and the City, this fantastical lair of boudoir stylings and 1920s French chic is here to entertain you. Take to your table and enjoy a decadent meal whilst feasting on the spectacular show in front of you. Expect burlesque, jazz and a whole lotta sass.
An ideal set up for dinner and dancing in London, Forge is a restaurant and bar located in the heart of the City of London, not only promising delicious eats and boozy cocktails, but also a lively, party-hungry crowd - from Monday through to Friday. With a late opening time of 3am (wed-fri), this is the perfect place to dine, then let loose on the dancefloor mid-week.
This super venue located just a stone's throw from Covent Garden compromises of three bars, a nightclub and a modern restaurant. The ideal restaurant in London for dinner and dancing, Sway serves modern plates, small snacks and delicious desserts. Post-dinner, enjoy commercial tracks and a fun-time party crowd.
Located just off Covent Garden's main square, Roadhouse is an American-themed restaurant and bar promising live entertainment, tasty food, and happy hour cocktails aplenty. Whether you're down throughout the week or over the weekend this place always promises a lively atmosphere perfect for drinking, eating and tearing up the dancefloor.
Located right by Oxford Circus is The Social is an innocuous haunt seemingly undiscovered by the majority of Londoners. This humbly sized nook is a slice of 50s suave with tan leathers and low lighting throughout. Stumble upon this den and enjoy some traditional pub and bar food whilst supping on some vintage inspired drinks.
Drink and dine to your heart's content at the Upper House where contemporary cool is the name of the game and the partying comes spread over three huge floors. Known for it's delicious food and excellent cocktails, this Islington venue is also no stranger to a bit of a blow-out with regular DJ nights and a 4am finish come the weekend.
