Bars near Liverpool Street

Nestled beneath Bishopsgate lies a drinking destination clinging on to all its secrecy and mystery, WM Barker & Co. Dubbing itself as something of a playground for innovative mixology where creative cocktails are churned out with syrup balancing measures, WM Barker & Co has an old world edge to it that exudes classy drinking. 

The Folly is a botanically-inspired haven perfect for recharging those batteries after a testing day at the office. Located around a 10-minute stroll from Liverpool Street, this self-professed "sanctuary of calm" offers an innovative cocktail list and an extensive choice of wines, with a late licence and music if you fancy lingering into the night.

Alongside their Bishopsgate bar, the London Cocktail Club's Monument branch can be found just a short stroll away from Liverpool Street. Inspired by London's proud history of fashion designed, expect to find a number of subtle references to Vivienne Westwood and Paul Smith at this lively cocktail bar. 

This stunning celebration of elegance and art-deco grace is breathtaking, with a beautiful domed stained glass ceiling, impressive stone pillars, gorgeous ornate arches and snug arm chairs tucked in around the tables. Dressed to impress, this venue will not disappoint.

Spread across two floors, this St Paul's spot comprises of a swanky ground floor bar with comfy lounge seating and a private dining room. A dazzling setting to chow down on tapas plates and delicious wine from around the world.

Pitch is a unique bar in the City boasting a plethora of interactive golf-based experiences for you and your mates to take on while grabbing after-work drinks. Swing by and explore the range of games from full Pitch and Putt 18 hole course to golf darts. 

Located in Brick Lane's Old Truman Brewery, this quirky space is perfect for everything from coffees in the morning to working during the day and cocktails in the evening. There's even an impressive selection.

If those boots were made for walking, then that's just what they should do, especially when such a cocktail haunt is just a stroll away from Liverpool Street station. A destination for heaving happy hours, bartenders that can be seen bounding about the joint, and jolly party patrons, these happen to be some of the best-known, affordable cocktail joints in the city.

With open arms and a beaming smile, Kitty Hawk is a cosy venue in London's financial district that welcomes all guests and prides itself to catering for every mood. Based just a stone's throw from Liverpool Street, the venue serves breakfast, lunch and dinner to the area's busy financiers. Whether you're looking for an ace aromatic coffee or perhaps fancy a carefully crafted cocktail, the well stocked bar certainly won't disappoint. 

Using beer from their Long Arm Brewery, brewed just up the road, Broadleaf is combining craft drinking with fine dining. The restaurant serves British dishes while drinks come in the form of cocktails, craft beer and wine; if you fancy something fun, give their shuffleboard a go.

If you're after a pre-train wine, Humble Grape is there, with their selection of 30 different glasses and 400+ bottles from sustainable vineyards, and charming reclaimed wine-making-equipment furniture, there's a lot to enjoy.

Popularly regarded as one of the gems of the Square Mile, Willy's offers 20 wines by the glass as well as plenty of traditional English charm amongst the bustle of Fenchurch Street. Seek refuge from the city with a glass of wine from their global selection, the team here are passionate about their craft and are often happy to help you pick out something to suit your tastes.

Nestled away in the heart of Spitalfield market, The Grocer is an elegant bar that offers the complete culinary experience to its guests. Although the wooden floors, sleek white brick walls and tiled surfaces gives off a rustic, disheveled-chic feel, it's the vintage signs, colourful antiques and detailed furniture that gives the venue its edge. 

Whether it's after work drinks with colleagues or a chilled out time with mates, The Woodins Shades is the perfect location for drinks near Liverpool Street. Think cosy interiors, proper cask ales and a tasty food menu.

Core is a subterranean drinking den full of dark corners and low lighting for a more intimate experience in the city. The cool bar serves everything from locally brewed beer through to their delicious range of cocktails, and if you're hungry, you can go for one of their decadent burgers.

Sitting as an ode to British pubs, Dirty Dicks is a laid back boozer in which to grab both a bite to eat, and a hearty pint at that. Sitting just shy of Liverpool Street Station, snag your chums for a charming drink and dinner in an oh so English enviroment. 

Just a brisk walk from Liverpool street station, The Sterling is a city restaurant bar in London sitting at the base of the Gherkin. Boasting an outside terrace area next to this iconic landmark makes for quite the atmosphere to enjoy after work drinks and even dinner if you fancy some dishes off their classic British menu. 

Just a short walk from Liverpool Street Station this recently refurbished pub in Spitalfields offers stunning interiors and an extensive selection of unique spirits, craft beers and premium wines, perfect for post-work tipples.

This bar inherits some of the traditional gastro pub cosiness, with comfy nooks and crannies in a warm and inviting atmosphere. But there are plenty of fresh, modern touches thrown in, with contemporary steel lamps, trendy vintage furniture and even a cellar hideaway to mix things up and spice up your evening.

Mint Leaf is an elegant restaurant and cocktail bar right next to the iconic Bank of England building. The restaurant serves up delicious Indian dishes while the bar is fully stocked for exotic cocktails created by expert mixologists. Whether you're hosting an event or taking a cocktail masterclass, there is space for every occasion. 

If you must have heard of Patch East, quite possibly the coolest bar this side of London. The interiors are amazing, with each space taking inspiration from a theme – from art deco to neon Tokyo – and their list of cocktails are just as creative. And if you're feeling a bit peckish, they also serve up a selection of delicious bar snacks.

If you're looking for a watering hole with charm, then this Liverpool Street spot is just the place for you. Expect an extensive wine list and real ales alongside a few fine and rare bottles to boot, and to soak up all the booze, there's a delicious menu of classic British eats.

Nestled in Devonshire Square just off London's Liverpool Street, this smart and impressive venue is a city workers' paradise with a relaxed setting and superb drinks menu. You'll also fine no less than two outdoor areas that are perfect for private hire as well as an evening impressing a client or sipping cocktails with friends. 

With an interior as sleek and stylish as its clientele, and with happy hour drinks deals to match, Dirty Martini Bishopsgate is a great shout for any occasion. Open until 3am six nights of the week, this is a cool venue for drinks after work with colleagues, or a fun time party place for a big night out with friends. Bishopsgate not convenient? They've got bases in Monument and St Paul's too!

Hidden below The Arbitrager, this decadent den near Liverpool Street station is a quirky, sophisticated dungeon of cool bubbled lights, shiny surfaces and cosy booth seats for those intimate occasions. With a speakeasy feel, get your '20s glamour on and order an Old Fashioned - and let the good times roll on in.

Find the seventh Simmons just off Bishopsgate for a daily happy hour from 3-8pm (do we need to say anything else?!) The kooky and quirky interiors are great for stopping by after work or meeting a date, and the very reasonable prices will keep you there until late.

Truly a pillar of East End socialising, the Queen of Hoxton is found at the heart of Shoreditch, within a 5-minute walk of Liverpool Street. An all-rounder in every sense of the word; come for a few drinks, a dance to some of the top DJs in town or some live entertainment in the venue's performance space.

Barrio Shoreditch is a top bar near Liverpool Street which transforms into one rowdy tropical-inspired joint as the night progresses. It's a fun-time party bar made for letting your hair down and enjoying delicious cocktails, with a vibrant South American theme and one of the most buzzing dancefloors in the city.

Looking for something fun and different from your night out? Flight Club ticks both those boxes, bringing a completely new take on Britain's most loved pub game to Worship Street. Cosy up in their beautifully designed oches and eat, drink and play 'til your heart's content; there's a state-of-the-art digital scoring system so no need to worry about dodgy maths or keeping tally on a chalkboard.

Sitting pretty just shy of Liverpool Street in the heart of Spitalfields comes a hidden London bar brimming with cutesy charm and dated nooks. A petite palace of hand-made cocktails and master mixologists, Upstairs at The Ten Bells is a menagerie of speakeasy inspired interiors, eclectic drinks and date night primed antics. 

Just around the corner from Liverpool Street - perched on Worship Street - The Allegory is an all-day dining spot and bar perfect for after work drinks, lunch and breakfasts, and stylish (but affordable) dinners out. Think cool design, a bustling cocktail menu, and no-fuss vibes at this unique hangout.

Located just a hop, skip and jump from Liverpool Street Station; Bierschenke are renowned for their huge range of authentic pours, their Oktoberfest and Munich-inspired atmosphere, and their Lederhose-laden party vibes.

Located just a short stroll from Liverpool Street Station, The Alice is a contemporary boozer offering pocket-friendly pints and all-day dining. Head here on the weekend to enjoy a top-notch fry up or stop by during your lunch hour for a £7.95 meal deal, complete with hearty pub grub classics.

On the site of the very first Corney and Barrow, this is a very special spot. While it has been redone it still holds some of the original features, making it unique and keeping in that classic Corney and Barrow style. With the feel of a buzzing wine bar, it is often chock-a-block with a melange of business people and passers by in the area. 

Within walking distance of Liverpool Street station; The Drift is a quirky and cool bar that acts as a sanctuary in the middle of one of the busiest business districts in London. With some unique design features that include a fine-dining nook, a secluded cabana and a mixology table, The Drift really does stand apart from other bars in Bishopsgate. 

Balls Brothers Austin Friars hosts business meetings, informal parties and relaxed after work drinks just minutes along the road from Liverpool Street. It's a simple yet stylish haunt known for its industrial features, and promises drinks that "are pieces of art themselves."

One of the best wine bars near Liverpool Street, this cool and quirky eating and drinking hub offers hearty plates of classic British grub and an extensive drinks list. Part of the Davy's Wine Bar family, you can trust their bottle menus too, with an extensive list of premium vintages, fine wines and rarities.

Located on Worship Street, Long Arm Pub and Brewery is an innovative spot down near Finsbury Square. The pub brews its only beer, changing the pints daily for a fresh and different taste on each visit, as well as showing all the big sports features on their enormous projector screens.

In need of a good after-work drinking spot? All Bar One are on hand with a bar packed full of delicious beverages, and a fabulous wine library for all you connoisseurs to enjoy that perfect end-of-the-day tipple to take the edge off. With its sleek decor and laid-back vibe, it's a fail-safe.  

Not a far shout for somewhere to drink near Liverpool Street, Tank and Paddle is a favourite destination for after work drinks in Bishopsgate where you can enjoy casual yet cool interiors alongside a roster of craft pints, shuffleboard and beaming pizza dishes. With a sister venue in Monument too, you're never far from a great beer.

This unconventional venue, complete with stained glass windows and green plants, is nestled into five-star lifestyle hotel Andaz London Liverpool Street. With an extensive selection of cocktails to choose from, click glasses and get merry on the tastiest sharing platters and push those workday and rush hour crushes out of sight and mind.

Lady Abercorn offers a quintessentially British pub experience, perfect for stopping off for a swift half before hopping on the train home. Boasting original architecture in the form of oak-panelled walls and crafted Victorian ceilings, take a step back in time and embrace the warm atmosphere offered by this age-old boozer.

Sitting near Liverpool Street is Black Rock, a cocktail and whisky-lovers paradise. The interiors are cool, minimalist and contemporary, making the perfect moody surroundings for when you drink. Visit for their 250 bottles of whisky and you'll also get to see their spectacular centrepiece, an 18ft, 185-year-old oak tree trunk that acts as an interactive cocktail ageing system.

Hidden away inside the City's Apex Hotel, Off The Wall is a contemporary British restaurant offering all-day dining inspired by the land, sea and field. Menu highlights include the Westholme wagyu and the Loch Duart salmon teriyaki which is served with pickled cucumber and sesame seeds.

Found on Brick Lane, The Gate is a go-to bar near Liverpool Street station. Head on over for the chance to chomp on grab-and-go lunches in the daytime, or pay them a visit in the evening for organic dinner options in swoon-worthy surroundings. 

Get set for one of the most stunning bars just shy of Liverpool Street. Notorious for its sweeping views of the city, not only does Searcys promise stunning sights, their main bar is a luxurious roster of wine, cocktails and Champagne atop the city. 

Offering some of the best cocktails on Liverpool Street, The Alchemist is a bar and restaurant serving up some truly incredible sips. Imbuing their menu with innovation and quirk, you'll find theatrical drinks and delicious food aplenty.