Best Old Street Bars

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.

Forget those crowded bars and rowdy clubs, The Basement Shoreditch is a venue that combines expertly-made cocktails with attentive hosting and an unbeatable music playlist. Armed with an impressive arsenal of fruit, liqueurs and fiery spirits, the bartenders are capable of making every drink under the sun and promise to cater for every mood or taste you might have.

Head to London Cocktail Club for luscious libations and party vibes in a colourful Moroccan-inspired hideaway. With a fun-loving attitude and an extensive menu of kooky concoctions, swing by for a night of seriously silly shenanigans. 

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.

Hint: this Old Street bar can be found in Shoreditch. 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. 

Roadtrip bar is always overflowing in the front garden with Old Street revellers, make friends and rock out at this American inspired Old Street bar. It has a laid back, speakeasy joint feel with a huge doff of the cap to the roadside shacks in the USA. The downstairs basement hosts DJs and bands so make sure you have your dancing shoes on. One of the most fun bars in Old Street and Shoreditch. 

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.

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 - one of the best bars in East London. This exciting Old Street cocktail bar takes mixology to a whole new dimension. The entertainment at Looking Glass is tantalizing and titillating, challenging the powers of perception. Showcasing the weird, the wonderful, the wicked and fusing live music and performance art.

McQueen 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 a meal or a drink or a way to kick off the night before heading to the basement club it has it all. Listen to the best in house music or head down for one of their burlesque nights, but either way this is one bar you don't want to miss. Book online to guarantee your entry!

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.

A lively bar with a cutting-edge approach to live music, Old Street Records is one of the coolest new hangouts in east London. The third venue of its kind, you can expect all kinds of EP launches, new bands and established acts to hit the stage here, and there's intimate jazz nights and DJ sessions to look forward to in the basement. Bespoke cocktails and authentic Italian pizzas make up the bulk of the food and drinks offering.

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

The roadblock queue each weekend illustrates its popularity. Expect Brazilian good times with DJ beats from all corners of the world and delicious, fresh cocktails crafted behind the bar. This is the perfect fun time party bar in London and is great for early evening drinks with their happy hour, evening dinner with a group of friends, and partying the night away. Floripa is a great bar near Old Street waiting to be explored.

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.

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.

Looking for 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 on Rub Cube stools.

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. Throw shapes like it's nobody's business downstairs, then pop up for a brief respite in a slightly less raucous environment.

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.

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, stop by this quirky joint for after-work drinks or to get the party started.

Just around the corner from Old Street station, is where you'll find the latest haunt Trapeze. A circus inspired bar and club, it's a cool new 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. 

Offering some stunning cocktails and equally gorgeous surroundings, this unique Old Street bar is the ultimate date night spot or post-theatre nightcap haven.

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. 

Be at One Shoreditch is a fun cocktail bar in the heart of Shoreditch. Cocktails are their thing here, so you can pick from an amazing range and be served by bar tenders who are full of energy, passion and the party spirit, dancing on the tables and singing along is their party piece. This bar in Old Street is full of easy going customers looking to celebrate, party and dance the night away to modern and classic pop hits that get everyone shaking those hips. 

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.

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.

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, there's plenty to draw you into this Old Street favourite. If that's not enough, they also serve up some great Mexican Tacos and Tortas! 

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 is the latest bar to offer its guests something a little bit special. Alongside serving exquisite cocktails and mouth-watering, stone-baked pizzas, this venue has developed a reputation for showcasing the finest urban art installations and exhibitions the city has to offer. Bursting full of flavour and character, look no further for a truly unique night out.