Leaving Drinks In London

Make it a farewell to remember and treat yourself to a bottle of the good at one of these unique wine bars. With venues in Clapham, Fulham, Victoria, Battersea and Tottenham Court Road, you're never too far from some stunning wines.

Leaving your job and want one last hurrah with your colleagues? Head to The Star by Hackney Downs for some delicious free-flowing pints, alongside street food and tempting shots. Go out with a bang and check out its karaoke offerings.

Colleague, friend or family; saying goodbye is always hard no matter who they are, and that's why leaving drinks in London should a hoot. Not only can Baranis promise just that with some of the best wine and beer in the business, pair that with small plates and petanque and you have the ultimate goodbye.

Inject a little colour into those goodbye drinks in London with this punchy, South American favourite. Found in Brixton but also boasting bars the city over, Barrio promise colourful cocktails and quirky interiors as you say goodbye to either friends, family or colleagues alike.

With a convenient location right be the station, London Bridge Rooftop is ideal for leaving drinks. This is an elevated space with views of the city below, promising lots of heated and covered outdoor seating areas.

Here, you can enjoy a wide variety of cocktails and beers, with tasty burgers up for grabs if you get hungry. What's more, there's an interactive dartboard and a regular lineup of DJs.

If you're looking for somewhere close to the office to host your leaving drinks, then The White Haus is a great shout. This cool venue can be found in Farringdon, boasting three floors of quirky decor and plush velvet sofas.

The bar serves up a wide range of cocktails, as well as plenty of beer. Hungry? They also serve everything from melting camembert beef burgers to crispy chicken schnitzel and halloumi fries.

Located right in the heart of the city, within Bow Churchyard, The Saint is a lively pub that's ideal for leaving drinks. There's a range of indoor spaces to relax in, as well as a spacious courtyard if you fancy some alfresco sips.

If you're planning a big celebration? There are several different private hire options, with room for anywhere between 10 and 200 people at a time. Plus, you can na two for £18 cocktails before 7pm on Mondays and Fridays.

Hold onto your bats: whether you've got a slot on a table or not, Bounce Battersea is the perfect spot for your leaving drinks. Ping pong might be where it's at here, but they also house quirky tipples, steaming sourdough pizzas, shuffleboards and Wonderball, a high-tech platform with automatic scoring. We recommend sipping on their Ting Pong rum cocktail topped with ginger and pineapple foam as you celebrate your win.

At Albert's Schloss Soho, you'll be welcomed by fire pits, logs, and twinkling lights, giving the feel of an Alpine lodge with nightly live entertainment and mouthwatering Bavarian food. This vibrant bar guarantees a great time and boasts a fantastic selection of beers imported from Germany, Belgium, and beyond. Enjoy gooey fondues with your pals and sip on signature cocktails like coconut and raspberry martinis.

What better place than a 300-year-old pub to host leaving drinks? Shoreditch's The Old Blue Last is a wild-west style boozer with a fabulous beer selection that has hosted free gigs since way back when, featuring big names like Arctic Monkeys and Amy Winehouse. The venue has a vibrant and storied history dating back to the 1700s and stands tall on Great Eastern Street. 

If you're looking to please a crowd at your leaving drinks while providing a casual setting for people to grab food when they need, then Market Halls' Canary Wharf, Victoria and Oxford Road locations are just the thing. They've got food spanning across the world from Mexico to Turkey and China, plus multiple bars across the space.

Dirty Martini bars are known for their incredible cocktails and stylish settings. The Covent Garden location is tucked away in the West End, open late for drinks every night of the week. The sophisticated decor will make any night feel exclusive, especially when celebrating a special occasion.

If your office is near King's Cross station, then The Star of Kings is the perfect choice for someone's leaving drinks. Offering up great food and delish drinks, you can tuck into mouthwatering burgers next to the open fire in the winter or on the beer terrace in the summer. 

As one of the coolest bars in Hackney, Bar 161 is the place for your leaving drinks if you live or work nearby. Not only does it front cool interiors of neon signs and floral decorations, but also a list of concoctions that includes the likes of a blood orange margarita or the salted caramel espresso martini.

This exciting bar known for its huge list of cocktails and vibrant atmosphere is a popular spot in the heart of Soho, Clapham and beyond. With a mix of pub and cocktail bar decor, it is perfect for chilling out with friends and kicking off a big night. The drinks will impress at Be At One and the prices won't empty your wallet.

Fleeing town? Don't leave without a proper send-off at Fountain & Ink. This sleek South Bank boozer is the perfect spot for drinks, with stylish spaces, seriously tasty grub, and an extensive selection of craft beers and spirits.

Looking for somewhere spectacular to host your leaving party? Then check out Amazing Grace in Canary Wharf, where you'll find regular live music performances to add some entertainment, taking place on their stage at the front of the bar.

Expect a cutting-edge sound and lighting system, with quirky displays on the walls. Sip signature cocktails or draught beer, with the option to add pan-Asian plates like crispy cod bao, Korean spare ribs and Vietnamese fried tofu.

From refreshing cocktails to end-of-the-night Irish coffees, Homeboy has something for everyone. From leaving drinks with coworkers to parties with mates, this Angel favourite is an ideal pick for drinks in Islington.

This eccentric cocktail bar is a favourite in Soho and the perfect place to get friends together for drinks. With fairground style seating and a lively atmosphere, late night DJs keep the party going until the early hours every night of the week. This cool party bar is always a guaranteed good time. 

Want to throw an extra special party for someone who's leaving? Louche is the Great Street Live destination in Soho that's all about classy cocktails, contemporary takes on live jazz and even the house DJ sets for making a night of it afterwards. Watermelon mezcalita, anyone?

Give 'em a taste of London before they pack off and eave the city by celebrating at The Lock Tavern. The beloved Camden boozer has had a refurb and is back on op form with a plethora of city brews to sample, so you can give them a proper send-off in a quintessentially British haunt. 

Sad to see your co-worker leave? Make the most of their leaving with a top-notch affair at Arcade Food Hall. The venue features eight open kitchens and a variety of cuisine, from Indonesian snacks all the way through to tandoori sliders and fried chicken.