Best Old Street Bars

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. 

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.

Looking for somewhere to drink in Shoreditch? Whether you're out for after-work drinks or getting intimate on date night, Tapas Brindisa Shoreditch brings sharing plates, sangria and modern cocktails to the table alongside wines and beers.

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, this is not only one for the 'gram, but also one for a fun night out in Shoreditch.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

As well as being a swish British restaurant, Plates is also a great bar that's only moments from Old Street. Head to M By Montcalm to find the ground-floor space, with the bar being tucked away on the mezzanine level, overlooking all the action.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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. 

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. 

Nestled in the heart of Old Street, Bedlam is the low-lit cocktail bar that offers up everything from rum and whisky to brandy and tequila. When it comes to mixed drinks, think sloe gin-fuelled sips and hibiscus-infused bellinis.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

Located on City Road, Daffodil Mulligan is the east London restaurant from chef Richard Corrigan, John Nugent and Tony Gibney. Alongside live music, sports and private dining, expect a refined menu featuring steaks, tartare, seafood and more.

Offering some stunning cocktails and equally gorgeous surroundings, this unique Old Street bar is the ultimate date night spot or post-theatre nightcap haven. Topping it off? Original prison cells and bold artwork that create an all-round sensory experience while drinking and dining.

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.

One of the best bars in the Shoreditch area, 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, speciality pizzas home-made and very very tasty too.

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.

XOYO has built a solid reputation for being a debaucherous party starter and late night hub for East London's revellers. The venue also features a cool and quirky cocktail bar upstairs; with bookable tables, street art, sculpted wall art and an irresistable NYC inspired elegance.