From the founders of one of the world's most notorious and legendary bars, Nightjar, comes Oriole, a speakeasy inspired affair in the heart of the city.
In November 2015, Nightjar parents Edmund Weil and Rosie Stimpson have took over the former Cock Tavern site in London's Smithfields Market to create a bespoke bar of global influence and unique design. Oriole is so named after the exotic bird species native across Africa, Europe, Asia and Australia with the cocktail menu reflecting this by interpreting the flavours and tastes of these parts of the world. Laced in gold flecks and art deco inspiration, Oriole lives in the glamour of the past with cocktails of the future.
With 120 covers over tables and banquettes, Oriole is bigger than its relative Nightjar, but still maintains all of the same values where custom drinks and live entertainment are the central focus. The bar features a central stage, host many a top notch night of live music and bands where jazz and swing folds into the entire aesthetic and feel of the bar, one that harks back to the romance and mystique of the 20s, 30s and 40s.
There's an evening menu of small Nikkei inspired sharing plates to enjoy whilst you sup on the delicious cocktails.
Live music is free on a Sunday, Monday and Tuesday. Music charge applies on Wednesday and Thursday at £5pp, on a Friday and Saturday it is charged at £8pp with an additional £4pp for guests staying on for the late set. Music begins at 9.00pm every night of the week. The small per-head cover charge is paid to the live performers.
Please note, the bar has an over 21s policy.
| Offer | Availability |
|---|---|
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Free Live Music from 9pm & Reduced Price Cocktails
We are offering live music on the house alongside an exclusive menu of brand sponsored reduced price cocktails. Live music from 9pm. |
Tuesday 18:00 – 02:00
Sunday 18:00 – 02:00 |
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Optional Aperitivo Offer Grey Goose Iced Tea (6-8pm)
Grey Goose Iced Tea & a small snack plate for £10, every day between 6-8pm. |
Monday 18:00 – 20:00
Tuesday 18:00 – 20:00 Wednesday 18:00 – 20:00 Thursday 18:00 – 20:00 Friday 18:00 – 20:00 Saturday 18:00 – 20:00 Sunday 18:00 – 20:00 |
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Gift Voucher
£50 - £200
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| Day | Open | Close | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 18:00 | 23:00 | |
| Tuesday | 18:00 | 2:00 | |
| Wednesday | 18:00 | 2:00 | |
| Thursday | 18:00 | 2:00 | |
| Friday | 18:00 | 2:00 | |
| Saturday | 18:00 | 2:00 | |
| Sunday | 18:00 | 2:00 |
Address
Oriole, Oriole East Poultry Avenue EC1A 9LH
Area
East London
Nearest Station
Farringdon (Tube)
| Name | Type | Capacity Seated |
Capacity Standing |
Cost | Min spend Midweek* |
Min spend Weekend* |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oriole | Venue Hire | 120 | 180 | - | - | - | |
* The minimum spends are a guideline only and vary according to the day and time of the year.
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