Best Old Street Bars

If you're looking for a quirky bar near Old Street station, look no further than this Hoxton Square hotspot. Offering up a cheeky mix of creative cocktails and in-your-face interiors reminiscent of Tarantino movies and inspired by all things 70s, this is not only one for the 'gram, but also one for a fun night out in Shoreditch.

With a selection of classic cocktails, tasty bites to eat and a small but perfectly formed wine menu, this unique Old Street bar and restaurant is as perfect for a date night as it is for after-work drinks. When it comes to brunch? Lantana serves a famous Aussie breakfast seven days a week.

Dine on mouthwatering pizza and sample fresh wine from the largest selection on tap outside the US, as Serata Hall in Shoreditch are cooking up a storm. For those seeking a stronger fix, they also specialise in absinthe, served with a slow-drop fountain. 

Just shy of that mega roundabout and celebrating the very best when it comes to games and matches live on screen, Sports Bar & Grill is an Old Street sports bar made for game day, with beer, wine and food available too.

An activity bar a mere 5 minutes walk from Old Street tube station, Bounce is all about ping pong antics in a fun neon setting. Head on down for cocktails and pizza, alongside bookable ping pong tables and PLENTY of fun.

A lively bar with a cutting-edge approach to live music, Old Street Records is one of East London's coolest hangouts. Head here to catch EP launches, new bands and established acts with intimate jazz nights and DJ sessions to enjoy while knocking back bespoke cocktails and authentic Italian pizza.

Craving one of the best bars in Old Street? We thought you might be. Brimming with unique interiors and plenty to play with, Flight Club not only promises a roaring night of drinks and grub, there's entertainment in the shape of new fangled dartboards that'll have you chuffed the night through.

Looking for top-quality cocktails in Shoreditch? Look no further than this Old Street gem. Drinks are just as eclectic as the interiors, so settle in and prepare for a diverse menu of ice cold beers and creative cocktails as you get comfy in the aisles of quirky velvet seating.

One of the best cocktail bars in Old Street, Swift Shoreditch is shaking up top-notch concoctions in a glamorous setting. Head over for after-work drinks where you'll find £6 tipples before 7pm, along with a number of other delicious signature sips.

Just a short distance from Old Street station, KERB Counter is a fabulous spot to grab a bite to eat with friends. Enjoy dining in their cool space, where you can delve into tasty dishes which help support disadvantaged individuals get into hospitality.

Tucked away on Hoxton Square - just a few short strides away from Old Street - is Gigi's, an all-encompassing space for drinking, dining and dancing. The bar is a home-from-home serving comfort foods and drinks from near and far in one of the most bold venues in town.

Based on Kingsland Road just a stone's throw away from Old Street, Dream Bags Jaguar Shoes offers its guests something a little bit special. Alongside serving exquisite cocktails and tasty stone-baked pizzas, this bar showcases the best art installations and exhibitions the city has to offer. 

Head to London Cocktail Club for luscious libations and party vibes in a colourful hideaway that's like something out of a Hollywood film set. With a fun-loving attitude and an extensive menu of kooky concoctions that are sure to quench your thirst, this place is full of seriously silly shenanigans. 

A circus-inspired Old Street gem, Trapeze is a cool spot that's split over two floors between ground floor cocktail bar and basement club playing the very best house music. With nightly entertainment such as comical quizzes and live music to DJs, you'll never pass a dull moment here. 

The Hoxton Seven is a cool little venue with a basement bar that gets seriously popular in the evening as live DJs tear up some tunes and create a buzzing atmosphere. Try the pizza here too, where speciality slices all come homemade.

Cocktails are the thing at Be At One, so you can pick from an amazing range and be served by bartenders who are full of the party spirit. Head here and you'll join easygoing customers looking to celebrate and dance the night away to modern pop hits that get everyone moving. 

Floripa celebrates Brazilian good times with DJ beats from all corners of the world and delicious, fresh cocktails crafted behind the bar. This is the perfect party bar for early evening drinks (with a banging happy hour), group dinners and pre-drinks before a big night out in East London.

Roll on out of the station and make your way about 10 minutes down the road and you'll be in one of the most talked about party bar experiences in the city. One of London's first ever ball pit bars, Ballie Ballerson is all about big antics, and an even bigger quirky cocktail selection.

Golden Bee is understandably celebrated, given that it's one of the only rooftop bars in Old Street. Listen to music until 3am and check out its cocktail offering – we mean smoking Mexican sours, G&T's and mixed berry collins.

The Alchemist has landed just a stone's throw from the bustling Old Street station. Perfect for after-work drinks, cute date nights and chilling with mates (while having a little Insta-snapping sesh) this cocktail bar serves some of the finest mixes you'll find in East London.

Q Shoreditch is one of the coolest bars in the Old Street area, with a sleek interior, high profile DJ's and popular American menu it is one of the top places in Shoreditch for a night out. Whether you want to chill with a meal before heading out or dancing 'till dawn with their DJs, this place has it all.

Just a short walk from Old Street tube station, Apothecary is a gorgeous little bar that's echoing the izakaya style of informal, Japanese watering holes. Grab a seat with your mates, then tuck into lip-smacking small plates and sushi. They also have live DJs on the weekends, so get ready for serious vibes.

Few Old Street bars promise the pink party potential that Tonight Josephine does. A celebration of all things glittery and fun, this is a lively cocktail spot where Instagrammable drinks, and settings, come as standard. Brunches and drag afternoon tea? They do those too.

When the sun goes down, there's only one place to be. Head east, where this Shoreditch hotspot is mixing up classic cocktails, beach-side sips and contemporary concoctions from shooters to sharers and cocktails like Sunset Mojitos, Cosmopolitans and Dirty Martinis.

Just off Old Street and onto Great Eastern, you'll find temper's sultry interiors of wooden walls, exposed brick and leather booths across a dimly-lit space. Not only that, but the drinks list is totally unique, with everything from margs to smoked bone butter-infused bourbon on the menu.

The Shoreditch is a quirky and fun party bar in Old Street. Great for groups and those looking for a base to celebrate and spend a night at. DJs play all the party anthems and the bar keep you well stocked with tasty cocktails, beers and wines.

Once you've found Found, you'll find lots of other joyful things too like top mixologists mingling behind the bar and cosy rooms to chill out in. Sit back, relax and sip on some of the best cocktails in the city at this secret Shoreditch basement bar. 

Moments from Old Street, Loves Company is bringing a bit of colour to this stretch of Shoreditch. From neon pink interiors to fruit filled cocktails, this quirky joint is an essential visit for after-work drinks or to get the party started before a big night out at East London's best clubs.

For a fabulous find in Shoreditch, Simmons on Old Street is always fantastic for bottomless afternoon teas and cracking drink deals. We mean cocktail teapots on Tuesdays, mojito Mondays and epic happy hours all night long on Sundays.

Roadtrip bar is always overflowing in the front garden with revellers. It has a laid back, speakeasy feel with a huge doff of the cap to the roadside shacks in the USA, with its downstairs basement hosting regular DJs and bands... so make sure you have your dancing shoes on.

Recently given a makeover, Catch Bar on Kingsland Road is a colourful and lively Mexican party bar. With two floors, live music and DJ's as well as great cocktails and a great party atmosphere, if that's not enough, they also serve up some great Mexican tacos and tortas to keep you hanging on.

In the heart of Shoreditch at the top of the hip Hackney Road, lies this cool and quirky Old Street bar. Looking Glass Cocktail Club showcases top quality cocktails alongside entertainment championing the weird, wonderful and wicked by frequently fusing live music and performance art.

Just a stone's throw from Old Street station, you'll find cool watering hole DUO Shoreditch sitting pretty. They're serving up a menu of signature cocktails and unique tipples, including 2 for £10 offers on selected days. Better yet? You can pop over for a waffles and bubbles brunch, or RnB bingo.

With distinct ties to the Czech Republic, Pivo is a cosy little London boozer to head to. Enjoy chowing down on traditional dishes from its menu, alongside beer, all of which come from small breweries in Prague.

Nestled in the heart of Shoreditch, The Eagle is fronting classic pub grub, real ales and a cute courtyard beer garden. Make your way to Shepherdess Walk for chorizo burgers and Sunday roasts just to name a few.