Close to both the River Thames and London Bridge Station, this area boasts the double advantage of having beautiful views and being convenient. It's also home to a heady mix of watering holes, perfect for all your needs. Whether you're trawling for cocktail bars with epic happy hours or cosy pubs for some riverside drinks after browsing Borough Market, we've got you sorted with our list of recommended bars in Borough.
After exploring all that the incredible Borough Market has to offer, put your feet up in style over at Swift. The oh-so-stylish and elegant watering hole is the perfect place to enjoy a delicious cocktail, refreshing pint or delectable dram of whisky.
A cosy pub in Borough, The Roebuck is bursting with charm and locally crafted brews. Nestled along Great Dover Street, it's not hard to see why this hidden gem is popular among locals, knocking up comfort food classics and a pretty great roast come Sunday.
Taking its inspiration from Borough Market and the makers around London Bridge, Nancy's knows a thing or two about craft. Its expert mixologists serve up sensational market-to-glass cocktails packed with only the finest and freshest ingredients.
Up on the roof, you can savour the skyline views as you sip on something sensational. Add a wicked roster of DJs and bags of 1970s glamour and you've got the makings of a mighty fine night out.
If you're on the hunt for cool restaurant bars near London Bridge, Barrafina Borough is really pulling out all the stops. Enjoy slinging back a sherry or negroni before getting stuck in some scrumptious nibbles - we mean olives, almonds and chorizo.
Boasting both a spacious interior and a sunny outdoor seating area, The Miller is a laid-back bar that's located close to London Bridge station. Expect a bustling atmosphere when you enter, as well as edgy artwork and an eclectic mix of modern and retro furniture.
They serve some of the best locally brewed craft beer, from breweries like Pressure Drop and Weird Beard. There's plenty of entertainment on the cards too, including their nightly Hoopla Improv Comedy Club.
Situated close to Borough, London Bridge Rooftop is a cool, laid-back venue offering amazing views of the local area and beyond. This is a largely outdoor space, complete with wooden picnic tables, though there are several covered areas to suit all weathers.
Secure £6 Aperol spritzes on Sunday afternoons, alongside juicy burgers, chicken tenders and more. As for entertainment, think DJ sets, interactive darts and even bottomless brunches.
With a location already showing its value in Soho, Salt Yard have brought their delicious dining and drinks options to the oldest food market in London. Celebrating the med, you can expect a smart curation of small plates alongside the best in European wines.
The Boot and Flogger is a Southwark haunt found just a stone's throw from Borough Market. The wine bar is steeped in old school charm with a labyrinth of bars and dining rooms all coated in wood for a Gentlemen's Club feel to accompany your sipping of handpicked finds.
One of the most exciting venues in the area, Amazing Grace is a buzzing restaurant bar that promises all kinds of fun events. They host everything from live music and DJ sets to drag shows here, and even bottomless brunches complete with additional entertainment.
This gorgeous space is found inside a former church, featuring stained glass windows, high ceilings and even the original altar. There are killer cocktails available, alongside tasty dishes like Vietnamese fried tofu, aged wagyu burgers and fried chicken bao buns.
Sister venue to Ministry of Sound, The Ministry is a members' club and co-working and event space on Borough Road. The former Victorian printing factory retains an industrial feel with a modern twist, serving up a range of cocktails that are riffs on classics - from a Champagne-filled version of Sex on the Beach to a Margarita with carrot and rose. There are beers from Signature Brewery, as well as an extensive spirit and wine list too.
If you're feeling in need of some respite from grown-up life, The Old School Yard is the haunt for you. Spend your evening sipping on classic cocktails at the Borough bar and playing on their Nintendo Wii, or let out your inner Mariah Carey in one of their private karaoke rooms.
Looking for a place to drink in Borough? Bunch of Grapes is a no-brainer for a chilled mid-week drink, complete with cosy interiors, an adorable beer garden, hearty pub grub and a good selection of beers, wines and spirits, there's even private dining spaces for those planning a party.
Found just shy of the main hubbub, The Bermondsey Arts Club & Cocktail bar is a stylish choice if you're looking for places to drink in Borough. The Art Deco haunt oozes vintage vibes and uses ingredients from the market to create their seasonally changing menu of concoctions.
This wine bar in London Bridge is pouring up exquisite vinos in a former potato storehouse. Offering views across the food hall from its scenic terrace, Bedales is a sound spot for an evening of people watching whilst sampling various vines and nibbling on charcuterie boards.
