Shoreditch Bars and Clubs

Found yourself on Hoxton Square with some time to kill? Gigi's - with its bold interior, great food and belting DJ nights - is your safe haven. This bar is pretty flexible; it's equally adept at hosting a few chilled out bevvies after work and your Friday night fix of late night dancing too.

Kingsland Road's Catch Bar offers the perfect balance between party bar and late night club. Make yourself at home during the week when fresh food, craft beers and colourful cocktails reign supreme, or come for a dance at the weekend when club nights and live music are in full swing.

If you're a fan of watching sport on the big screen in the week and dancing 'til the am on the weekends - then Rolling Stock is for you. Located in the heart of Shoreditch this is a great spot to enjoy cocktails, wine, and craft beers with their diverse range of music events.

One of Brick Lane's leading lights can be found in the form of Apples & Pears. A charismatic and vibrant cocktail bar on Osborn Street, these guys serve up a refreshing blend of signature cocktails. It's open until 1am at the weekends, and there's a cocktail garden for the warmer months.

Be At One is known for their party vibes throughout London, and their Shoreditch bar is no exception. Join a melting pot of trendy after-work professionals, party people on their way out and cocktail lovers squeezing in as many different concoctions as possible during the very generous happy hour.

One of East London's leading fun-time party bars comes in the form of the High Street's Barrio Shoreditch. With flamboyant furnishings, delicious cocktails and a crowd that loves to throw its hands in the air and party like nobody's watching, a lively night out is assured.

A melting pot where Brazilian beach bar meats London bloc party, Floripa assures one of the best party atmospheres in east London. Chow down on Brazilian street food, drain an ice cold caipirinha and soak in the vibrant decor, with DJs at the weekends and frequent live performers to round things off.

A Shoreditch bar with some of the most thrilling entertainment in London, Hijingo is putting its own twist on bingo. Attempt to scoop up some incredible prizes with high-stakes gameplay, state-of-the-art set design and delicious refreshments to hand.

Sat on the start of the Kingsland Road, Junction East is a cheap and cheerful bar that's always up for a good time. Spread across three floors, the space is a simple mix of stripped back interiors and places to perch, with DJs spinning you until the early hours come the weekend.

One of the best rooftop bars during the warmer months, Golden Bee is an incredible place to party the evening away. From cracking cocktails to comfy couches and a buzzing dancefloor inside, it's definitely a winner for nights out.

Located just minutes from Old Street station, this circus-themed bolt-hole is a quirky spot for cocktails. Not only can you enjoy cocktail deals and beers offers through the week, but the menu of classics and modern concoctions is enough to quench your thirst.

Sometimes we need that perfect bar for some post-work antics, or just because we fancy a good time...and Roadtrip & The Workshop is a firm choice. Enjoy their range of fabulous drinks and nibbles in their cool space adorned with neon lights, American knick-knacks, and high stools.

A quirky Great Eastern Street hideaway doused in faded circus glamour, there's always something fun to try at Trapeze. Hit the ground floor if it's punchy cocktails and tasty sharing platters you're after, or take it to the basement where the underground sound of deep house takes hold every weekend.

Located on a stretch of Old Street, The Gibson is movie-star magic. The tiny bar may only be one room but the night promises endless surprises, as a live piano player takes to the keys every night and the bar's signature concoctions use ingredients from all corners of the world - fried worms anyone?

Head to Q early in the evening and get your night off to a strong start with a buzzing atmosphere, live entertainment (be it a new band or circus performers). Stay put and witness the downstairs club becomes a hub for rock 'n' roll glamour that gets your feet moving until closing time. 

Head to Rum Kitchen's Shoreditch home for rare rums, refreshing cocktails and a Caribbean soundtrack. This swish watering hole turns the all day party that is Notting Hill Carnival into your regular night out.

Escape the East London metropolis and head to the North African-themed Casa Blue. Here you'll find food platters that are perfect for sharing, while the bar offers delicious cocktails in bijou yet charming surroundings, while the party vibes are carefully nurtured by the funky afrobeat tracks on the speakers.

Sometimes in life you just need to climb into a mountainous sourdough pizza washed down with a couple of kick-ass cocktails. Here's where the Hoxton Seven really comes into its own, and with a bouncing basement bar complete with regular DJ nights there's every reason to stay a little later.

Renowned for their innovative drinks, food and a treasure chest of unique quirks and oddities, Callooh Callay is one of London's most esteemed bars. Chill in the downstairs bar, soak up some VIP treatment upstairs or work your way through the wardrobe to uncover the secret room.

This cool and trendy Shoreditch bar offers some of the finest cocktails in town, not to mention and fabulous party atmosphere. If you've got a hankering for late night opening hours and the best tunes all night long, Sunset Bar is a cool and quirky bar that's sure to deliver.

This great bar and club in Shoreditch offers both a casual drinking environment as well as a serious club experience. With cheap entry, quirky decor and great drinks, The Lighthouse frequently attracts a cool and creative crowd from East London every day of the week.

A late-night party den, art venue and cool cocktail spot all in one, JuJu's Bar & Stage are keeping Shoreditch punters on their toes. Whether you fancy catching some rays in their gorgeous beer garden, tucking into a Pan-Asian burger or watching a live performance, this is the place for you.

When it comes to nights out in Shoreditch, this Old Street bar should be on your radar. Spread across two floors, Trafik is a heaving spot filled with live music, dance floors and a whole load of cocktails to keep you watered as you head from after work drinks to a full-blown night out.

The Basement Shoreditch is a venue that combines expertly-made cocktails with attentive hosting and an unbeatable music playlist. Whether you're a fan of gin or would rather slip on a single malt scotch, the experienced team running the show have everything you could ever need. 

The LCC are shaking up the Shoreditch scene with their irresistibly cool dwellings kitted-out in biker-themed fashion. Plonk yourself on a black leather sofa and roll your sleeves up; there's some serious drinking to be done here with a banging happy hour and party spirit 'till the early hours.

Taking its name from Redchurch Street which it lies on, this bustling bar is one of Shoreditch's finest. Think DJs spinning the tunes well into the morning, alongside sharing punch bowls, signature sips and even dessert cocktails... perfect for an after-work drinking session in East London. 

Mixing Shoreditch cool with City sophistication, Dirty Martini is the place to drink after work. Happy hour drink deals set you up, with DJs loading up the dance tracks ready for a big night out afterwards. If Bishopsgate doesn't suit, you could always check out their Monument and St Paul's venues.

Nightjar is a charming drinking space at the forefront of Shoreditch's clutch of scintillating speakeasy bars. Step off City Road and descend a tight staircase to discover a roaring twenties hideaway with art deco touches, candlelit tables and friendly bartenders serving up their unique cocktails.

Up there with the best bars in East London, Swift Shoreditch is your one-stop-shop for delicious cocktails in a stylish setting. Head over to the Old Street bar before 7pm and you'll get to enjoy tipples for a mere £6.

Head to KERB Counter for some fabulous food. This top-notch kitchen residency set in the heart of Shoreditch focuses on showcasing mouthwatering eats and creating opportunities for employment in hospitality and will be serving tacos from The Ashes BBQ this month. 

Set in Hoxton Square, this vibrant bar is bringing a taste of Latin American to Shoreditch with their Havana-themed decor. Step into a Cuban world, complete with retro game consoles, cracking pizza choices and a generous happy hour at this party bar.

Step off Hackney Road and discover something altogether different. Work your way through the giant 'looking glass' and into a world of decadent debauchery, with mesmeric cocktails and eccentric entertainment soon to follow, this the place to be for unique and unusual nights in Shoreditch.

Looking for a quirky bar in East London with a side of personality? SiNK offers nine custom-made tables, a ping pong robot (no, really), awesome tunes, American-inspired eats, and plenty of fun. Come here for games of beer pong, good drinks and even better memories. 

One of the best bars in Shoreditch, Old Street's Sports Bar & Grill fronts an epic selection of beers and ciders, alongside 31 different varieties of gin and some delicious American-inspired bar snacks for you to chow down on.

If you're looking for the best bars in East London, this should be on your radar. Shoreditch Balls is bringing extra wow-factor to the area with its rich cultural history, delicious signature cocktails and hours worth of mini-golfing action.

A hidden gem characterised by its dark green leather booths and original east London artworks, Portside Parlour is the perfect spot for date night. There's expertly made cocktails, a neat and tidy tapas menu and a very exclusive range of spirits that are available to purchase by the bottle.