Fun Time Party Bars
We love a good night out in London and have found quite a few bars that fall into our category of top-tier party bars. We're talking "anything goes" music policy, a friendly adventurous crowd, and flowing cocktails all evening. We have picked our favourite fun party bars in London that are perfect for celebrating everything from birthday soirees to after-work drinks with colleagues.
Last updated on 22nd December 2022
The Piano Works is a place combining bygone days of classic music and jazz-inspired dancing with contemporary style. With venues in Farringdon and the West End, you'll find a central stage with a grand piano where you can send in requests of all shapes and sizes.
Two for One Cocktails - Friday 8pm-9pm FOR UP TO 10 PEOPLE ONLY and 1 other offer
A labyrinth of Moroccan-style partying, Fez Club is a legend in Putney for throwing some pretty wild parties that reign on until 4am. If you want a piece of this action, head down and discover their dancefloor dedicated to some epic DJs as well as a bar well versed in the art of fabulous cocktails.
Eyeing up party bars in Shoreditch? Old Street Records and sister venue Northcote Records ticks the box, with a cutting-edge approach to EP launches, new bands and established live acts. Take in all kinds of great music in a venue with record-store-realness, intimate jazz nights and even DJ sessions happening in their secret basement space.
The perfect hangout for those who like to work hard but play ten times harder, Forge brings industrial opulence to the city's party scene. Come right after work and settle in for the night, Forge serves all kinds of beers, wines, champagnes, spirits and cocktails and there's DJs and dancing until 3am (Wednesday to Friday).
With a rich heritage of live music and club nights to call upon, The Victoria continues to develop as one of East London's top-notch gig-goers and late-night revellers. Warm up in the independent bar (serving classic cocktails and local craft beers), then head next door where some of the industry's best promoters organise the late-night entertainment.
The Shoreditch is a quirky and lively bar in East London. Glitter balls, flamingos, tropical cocktail bowls and importantly a soul-shaking music policy that kicks off every night with a party crowd. Come here to celebrate, book an area, table or get on the guest list as this is one popular fun time bar in London.
Fancy Extra Long Happy Hour? (Requires an app Download) and 1 other offer
In the heart of the happening Shoreditch area, Be At One is the fun time party bar ready to host everything, from birthday soirees to hen dos and after work drinks. Enjoy amazing happy hours, awesome tunes and some sick cocktails.
2-4-1 Drinks for the duration of your booking when you pre-book a table in January
When the weather gets warm, we're all looking for the best rooftop bars in London, and Bar Elba has partying in its blood. This panoramic stunner has a tropical island theme, with sunny colours and a cocktail menu of frozen delights.
2-4-1 Drinks for the duration of your booking when you pre-book a table in January
Come thirsty, because Nikki's has just the menu of creative cocktails to quench your thirst. Expect buzzing vibes and a wild interior filled with Tarantino-inspired touches and a quirky PVC-covered bed. Don't believe us? Well, check it out for yourself.
Start the Week In Style Tuesdays & Wednesdays and 5 other offers
One of the best party bars in London, this luxury tiki paradise is the perfect escape from city life. Head down with some friends and get a few rum-based cocktails as you revel in the tropical feels of this hidden gem.
2-4-1 Drinks for the duration of your booking when you pre-book a table in January and 1 other offer
Known as one of the most Instagrammed bars in the country, the sister site in Waterloo has been drawing in those in search of good cocktails and wild times.... and now it's time for Shoreditch to get a turn. Expect late nights and creative concoctions.
With a menu from Chuck Burgers, cracking craft beers and themed club nights, this Brick Lane or King's Cross hangout is one of the best party bars in North London. Head here for live DJs at the weekend or keep it casual with bottomless cocktails (think Espresso Martinis and Spritzes) and brunch in the daytime.