With a wealth of cocktail havens, traditional pubs and trendy watering holes at its fingertips, this West London area regularly plays host to a crowd of young and affluent partygoers. If you're also on the hunt for a fun night out, or perhaps just looking to grab a relaxed drink or two, check out our pick of the best bars in Fulham.
When you're looking for a buzzing boozer in Fulham, check out The Boundary SW6 on Kings Road. This lively spot is filled with traditional wooden furnishings and pretty greenery, as well as TV screens showing live sport.
Their beer garden is equally impressive, covered and equipped with outdoor screens, and they often host live music too. Sip cocktails or pints from the bar, paired with tasty plates like double smash burgers, chicken katsu curry and Jasmine rice bowls.
Located on Vanston Place in the heart of Fulham, The Wolfpack Inn is a great venue for tasty bevvies. Head inside this vibrant hub for its bespoke cocktail list and rock 'n' roll ambience. And when there are big sporting matches? This haunt will be showing them on its HD screens.
A weird and wonderful Fulham bar, The Little Blue Door is a treasure trove of drinking, dining and late-night dancing. Kitted out to look like the interiors of a lavish apartment, the haunt offers a world of bottomless brunches, extravagant dinners and killer cocktails.
A Fulham favourite, The Rose Pub boasts one of London's top beer gardens and an extensive drinks menu. In terms of food, expect a range of the comfort classics served all year round, along with a cracking summertime BBQ cooking up everything from burgers and steak to lobster.
Fulham Pier has quickly established itself as one of the premier bar destinations in Fulham, offering a dynamic mix of atmospheres across its multi-level layout. The Thames Bar on level one combines plush finishes with a luxurious yet relaxed vibe, perfect for enjoying expertly crafted cocktails while taking in sweeping views of the River Thames.
For those seeking a more intimate setting, the basement Orange Box delivers industrial charm and an energetic environment ideal for live entertainment or late-night drinks. Meanwhile, the open-air rooftop terrace provides a cosy, laid-back space to soak up the riverside breeze with friends. Beyond the bars themselves, Fulham Pier elevates the drinking experience with a food offering that pairs perfectly with its beverage program. From elevated modern British fare at Brasserie Constance to the casual, bustling Riverside Market downstairs, the venue caters to every mood and occasion.
On the hunt for a cosy pub? Golden Lion is a brilliant Fulham bar near you. You can nab two mains for £10 Monday to Friday or get stuck into a few nibbles, alongside a slew of boozy bevvies. We recommend the watermelon sour or espresso martini.
Hankering for a brew by the river? In need of some good old gastro grub? Then the Blue Boat is the place for you. Heralded for its charming nooks and nautical flecks, the waterside boozer also delivers on the drinks front with a prime selection of London ales at its beck and call.
Kona Kai brings the Polynesian party ashore with its beach shack-themed interiors and cheeky tiki tipples. Try out this Hawaiian bar where seashell light features, totem pole drinks and flaming libations are ready and waiting to get your night off to a fantastic start.
Gracing the banks of Imperial Wharf, The Waterside bar is a great place to drink in Fulham. Take your pick from their impressive list of cocktails, wines and ales before heading out to their heated terrace for an alfresco aperitif whilst taking in romantic sunset views over the Thames.
After Fulham pubs and bars? The Tommy Tucker is a great choice thanks to its friendly, old school feel, which combines with modern comforts and those cool wall murals. But that's not all, as you can expect all your favourite drinks plus fab British grub.
Duke on the Green is a marvellous neighbourhood pub, dishing up British plates and cold pints aplenty. They also plate up a hefty roast every Sunday and have a strong collection of locally-distilled gins in their arsenal.
McGettigan's is the Irish bar where everyone is invited. Whether you're looking for a night of live music, a buzzy spot to catch all the game-day action or the - alleged - best Guinness in England, you'll find them all at this top bar in Fulham.
Located just minutes from Fulham Broadway station, this slinky wine bar is an ideal pick for dinner and drinks. With a huge variety of vinos available and small plates on hand to keep you fuelled up, Vagabond is a crowd-pleaser.
Step away from the bustle of Fulham High Street and enter The Brown Cow, a quaint and cosy pub fronting wooden benches, cosy sofas and candle-lit tables. There's something for everyone on the menu, from snacks and small plates like a chorizo scotch egg served with smoked tomato aioli, to English lamb kofta flatbreads, all of which can be washed down with a cocktail or two.
The Prince is a charming pub in Fulham with one of the area's dreamiest outdoor spaces for summertime sips. Day or night, it's a stunning venue with a woodland-inspired pergola, an ample bar selection and four delicious street-food vendors keeping its guests well fed.
