Late Night Bars London

A discreet drinking spot in the heart of the city, WM Barker & Co is brimming with some dapper style and a bit of 50s classic throwback. Set underground, this elusive haunt is the place to come for some suave drinks where botanical mixology is the name of the game. Less clubbing vibes and more a place to drink late in London.

Forge is the ultimate city worker's party bar. A buzzing space known for its industrial opulence and stripped back feel, the mantra here is simple - work hard, play harder. Make your way here for some mid-week partying; Forge serves up a spectacular array of beers, wines, champagnes, spirits and cocktails with DJs and dancing until 3am (Wednesday to Friday).

Trace the streets of Chinatown and look for the innocuous green door, for a parlour of traditional dim sum dishes and some of the most creative cocktails in London await. Tonics, remedies and spices all lie in wait at their apothecary of a bar. So settle in and while away the hours with some serious liquor lusting at this secret late night bar in London. 

With its rock n' roll vibe, The star In Shoreditch is a lively and late night Shoreditch bar which keeps the party going long after other party bars have given up. Closing at 5am Friday and Saturday night, this is a perfect place to dance to an eclectic mix of party anthems.

If you're on the hunt for late night bars in Fitzrovia, make your way to The Lucky Pig. The venue is slinging our dazzling drinks and a killer soundtrack in an intimate space until 2am on the weekends. Peckish during the night? Their food menu includes cheese boards and drool-worthy pizzas.

An independent and versatile venue in the heart of Soho, Thirst is a go-to for late night cocktail sipping and hedonistic partying. Venture to the party bar on the notorious Greek Street and experience an evening fuelled by delicious drinks and DJs spinning hits until the sun rises.

The Alchemist across Shoreditch, Canary Wharf and beyond is a haven for those who love their nights out laced with a touch of magic. Known for its theatrical cocktails like the smoky Lightbulb Moment or the Dead Red Zombie, this bar turns mixology into an art form.

The industrial-chic interiors, complete with metallic finishes and dramatic lighting, set the stage for an evening of alchemical wonders. Whether you're catching up with friends or celebrating a special occasion, expect drinks that dazzle and dishes that delight.

For delicious drinks 'til the early hours of the morning - 2.30am to be precise on Fridays and Saturdays - head to The Cocktail Club on Worship Street in Shoreditch. The cool venue is famed for its house parties, bottomless brunches and features very quirky decor in the form of a disco kitchen and a cosy bedroom to hang out with your mates; look forward to sipping on Solero Sundaes and mojitos until your hearts galore here.

Play all of your favourite games over at Horizons Casino in Leicester Square, which is open until 6am every night. The gaming floor not only features poker, blackjack and roulette, but there's also a sports lounge and a food menu if you're feeling peckish.

You can count on some late night partying at Dolce London. Located in South Kensington and open until 3am, the exclusive nightclub promises an evening of endless e-shisha, cocktails, luxurious interiors and a live DJ.

The party at Popworld Watling Street doesn't stop until 4am on Fridays and Saturdays. This neon-lit, multicoloured venue promises to deliver as it plays all your favourite tunes from the 90s, 00s and present day, as well as serves delicious cocktails and shots. Make your way onto the lit-up dancefloor after getting your chops around the likes of the Pretty In Pink, featuring Smirnoff and bubble gum syrup, or the tequila-based Wild At Heart.

Notting Hill's Little Yellow Door is not only a cracking date destination for brunch, lunch and dinner, but it also boasts an enviable late nigh cocktail bar in the basement of the family home-style venue. Drop by and dance the night away to the DJ, explore the vinyl station and dip into the fancy dress box. 

Lock Inn Camden might seem like your typical pub but their late-night vinyl sessions with DJs on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays say otherwise. Kick things off with two for one cocktails from 5 to 9pm daily and then stay until 2am, grabbing everything from their own-brewed craft lager and handcrafted spirits to bubbles galore.

Open until 2am every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night, Eastcheap Records is here for all your partying needs. From live music and craft beers, to great DJs and cocktail sipping until late, they've got a little something for everyone at this Monument bar.

Camden London welcome you to join them until the early hours of the morning every night of the week. This slinky spot slings out a range of sensational sips for you to enjoy while you boogie to cracking DJs. It's ideal for swish date nights and fun catch-ups with pals.

Open until 3am every night except Sunday, Disrepute is a great spot for post-midnight drinks. This iconic basement venue was once the famous 60s haunt The Pinstripe Club, found on Kingly Court. Expect expertly crafted drinks in glamourous surrounds - think velvet seating, gold gilding and a striking central bar. What's more, their aperitivo hour promises £9 cocktails from 4 until 6pm Sunday to Thursday.

Whether you're itching for some fantastic happy hour libations, looking to shake things up at a cocktail workshop, or just want to unwind with your work buddies after a long day, Be At One is the place to be. These boozy joints are scattered throughout the city, from Soho and Covent Garden to Twickenham and Clapham, mixing up both traditional and offbeat cocktails galore. We're talking goodies like the White Mocha-tini, Singapore Sling, June Bug, and plenty more to tickle your fancy.

From its thrilling casino, to stunning sports bar, The Empire Casino has plenty for you whatever the hour. Get stuck into round-the-clock entertainment, a brilliant choice of bars to hangout in and delicious Asian-fusion feasting.

Open until 4am at weekends, Sunset Bar is one of the best late night bars in London. With tasty cocktails and non-stop party tunes all night, it's one of the top spots for weekend clubbing.

Sultry in every way with dim lighting and softer-than-soft armchairs, Blind Spot in the West End draws in London's cocktail lovers with its elegant ambience and distinctive attitude. The line-up of resident DJs play all your favourite hip-hop, rnb and dance tracks, whilst the venue's talented bartenders let their creative side shine, mixing together a range of spices, fruits and potent spirits. Grab a cocktail, sit back and lose yourself in the intoxicating ambience of this sleek Central London bar.

Core Bar is a short walk away from Bank and is open until 4am on Saturdays if you hire out the dimly-lit venue for your own event that is. From Thursday to Friday its 2am closure still makes for a great late-night venue, especially when you see its slinky interiors (red leather, cylindrical booths anyone?). On the menu, you'll find all your favourite classic cocktails like espresso martinis and margaritas, as well as beers and wines.

Open every night of the week, this stunning late night bar in Embankment offers everything from early evening dinner shows, to post-theatre drinks and all night boogie opportunities.

After late night bars in London? Lucy Wong is a real winner. Just a stone's throw from Tottenham Court Road station, this 1950s-inspired drinking den boasts contemporary Chinese-style speakeasy interiors, alongside a drinks menu from the award-winning mixologist, Dré Masso. You can even expect DJs every Friday and Saturday night playing tunes until the early hours of the morning. 

Open until 1.30am on Fridays and Saturdays, The Cocktail Club Oxford Circus is your one-stop destination for all things quirky tipples and decor. The open-plan basement bar is inspired by Downtown LA, boasting lumberjack furnishings and graffiti artwork. You can venture over to the dancefloor here, or cosy up in the corner with your mates - whatever your style, there's something for everyone. Including signature sips like the Solero Sundae and a very good mojito. 

This decadent den, Soho's secret sojourn, is the perfect place to while away the late hours. Take a seat in the suavest of plush leather armchairs or sofa seats and soak in the sophisticated lounge atmosphere. Tipples are courtesy of Blyly Tran, expert mixologist famous for his role at Prescription Cocktail Club. Your food is in good hands too with top chef Dorian Picard on the case.

Tonight Josephine is a pop princess delight of a bar, located in Waterloo and open until 2am on Fridays and Saturdays. It's well-known for hosting an epic bottomless brunch, particularly of the Mamma Mia variety, but is also a great place to head on a group night out for its cocktails alone. Expect to hear some incredible tunes paired with espresso martinis and the sweet and fruity Candy Shop, made with vodka and Chambord. Not in the area? Check out their Clapham venue instead.

SUPERMAX is the perfect late-night spot in King's Cross. Open until 1am on weekends, this hidden gem beneath Happy Face Pizza offers a relaxed yet lively atmosphere with a soundtrack of smooth Italo pop and deep house.

Sip on their Vermouth-led cocktails or indulge in the Aperitivo hour before heading into the night with a vibe that's always on point.

With venues across the city, VQ has got you covered on all bases. From a delicious food menu to great drinks and 24-hour-a-day opening, you can go from early breakfast to late night dinner - or vice versa.

Arguably the best kept secret in Angel, the Ladybird Bar had been serving delicately produced cocktails and delectable tipples to locals for the past decade. The venue is wonderfully decorated, with a Boticcelli Dome and various angelic paintings splashes across the wall. To complete the experience, the team of mixologists are something of pioneers in the industry, mixing together unique flavours and constantly producing delectable, spirit infused treats. Open until 4am on Friday and Saturday, it's a suave late night bar that can compete with the best. 

Slug & Lettuce bars are famous for their daily 2-for-1 cocktail deals from 4 to 10pm, so you can double the fun without doubling the cost. These places are perfect for hanging out with your mates, serving creative drinks and plenty of grub to munch on. With locations all over the city, from Croydon to Richmond and Tower Bridge, you can sip on cocktail concoctions and enjoy pocket-friendly bottomless brunches wherever you are in the capital.

Open until 3am on the weekends, The London Fields is East London's most stylish drinking spot. From a former pub, the venue is stripped back and rustic with bare stone walls, simple wooden furnishings and low lighting, spanning across two floors.

The ground floor is a buzzing spot for drinking and dining, serving up the likes of goat's cheese and red onion pizzas, buttermilk fried chicken and slow-cooked beef rigatoni. And upstairs, you'll find a chic cocktail lounge, complete with a private rooftop terrace.

Looking for a little late-night entertainment? They've got plenty of that at Amazing Grace. This stunning venue is found inside a former church in London Bridge, maintaining many of its original features like stained glass windows and the altar. This is paired with cutting-edge audio-visual technology, adding a unique twist to the space.

Check out their regular lineup of events, from drag shows and DJ sets to live music or even bottomless brunches. Feeling peckish? Tuck into everything from Vietnamese fried tofu to Korean barbecue chicken wings and wagyu burgers.

One of the best places to stock up on food and drinks near Monument, join Tank and Paddle not only for a roster of fresh craft beer straight from the tank, they also boast some of the most affordable and delicious pizzas in the business.

Open until 3am on Fridays and Saturdays, Nightjar Carnaby is the place to slip away to if you don't want the night to end. Offering stunning pretty 1920s-style, Art Deco interiors paired with first-class music in the form of talented jazz artists, it provides a welcomed escape from the modern city. And on the menu? Expect signature cocktails like El Gato, made with pineapple chocolate wine Dora Grossa Chinotto liqueur.

Bar Rumba is a late night club throughout the week and close to London's Leicester Square serving up a mix of delectable cocktails, big hits and good party vibes. The commercial music, RnB and pop is the engine of this wild and crazy club but the generous happy hours and drinks promotions do their bit to fuel the spirits. 

Open 24 hours a day in London's entertainment hotspot, The Rialto Backstage Bar is an elegant casino in Leicester Square. Think Renaissance-style decor, balconies looking out over the city and plenty of classic games like roulette, blackjack and electronic slots.

It can be hard to find somewhere that's open 'til late during the week, but Albert's Schloss in Piccadilly has it all going on 'til 2am from Monday to Saturday. You can look forward to a performance programme featuring live bands and cabaret, plus delicious beers imported from Germany, Belgium and more. Delight in themed cocktails surrounded by Alpine interiors and a sparkling glitter ball, then tuck into authentic bratwurst and schnitzel.

Looking for Clapham's best dive bar to get your drink on? Afters has you covered. This is a late-night spot where the fun never stops, with low lights, good tunes, and a crowd ready to have a good time.

Whether you're in the mood for a pool challenge or just chilling with a drink in hand, Afters is the place to be. It's the kind of bar where you show up for one drink and end up staying until 2am with no regrets - just plenty of good times and great memories.

Whether you're in Bayswater or Victoria, make sure you end up at Grosvenor Casino. You'll find all the classic card games here, as well as roulette, slot machines and more. As well as this, you can chill out in the picturesque bar or order from their extensive menu if you get hungry. 

Located in Clapham Junction, Blame Gloria is a vibrant, quirky venue that's open until 2am. Expect colourful patterned walls and unique light fittings here, as well as a private karaoke room available to hire. They've got a cracking selection of cocktails to choose from, and you can even enjoy two-for-one sips during their happy hour - which takes place from 6 until 8pm Wednesday to Friday. You'll often find themed bottomless brunches here too.

Only a couple of minutes walk from Blackhorse Road Station, Exale Brewery is a vibrant spot, converted from an old furniture factory. Its interiors are colourful and energetic, with cloud lights (yes, you read that right) and neon signage, mirroring its playful atmosphere. Visit for a glorious pint from an array of taps, classic cocktails and DJs until 2am every Friday and Saturday. 

Open until 3am, Mint Leaf Lounge is a great place to while away the hours in the City. The stylish spot knocks up potent cocktails, often has live music and has some of the tastiest Indian plates around.

Looking for luxe VIP clubs in Mayfair? The Scotch of St James is quite the stunner and fab for your nights out with friends. Settle in for a creative cocktail while lounging in their plush seating or opt for a little dancing on its LED dancefloor.