Stretching from Heathrow right the way through to Cockfosters, there's something of a swagger about the Piccadilly Line. Weaving its way through some of the city's most stylish and sought after neighbourhoods, there's no shortage of top notch bars on this 44-mile trip across the capital. Get some mates together, top up that Oyster Card and embark on a tour of our recommended (Zone 1 and 2) Piccadilly Line bars.
Right in the heart of Covent Garden, Blame Gloria is one of the best party bars around. From bottomless brunches through to late night drinks and dancing, you can't go wrong with a trip to this vibrant, colourful spot. You can get your hands on two-for-one cocktails during their happy hours, which run from 5 until 8pm Sunday to Thursday and 4 'til 9pm on Fridays, and there are fun, themed bottomless brunches to be discovered too.
If you're on the hunt for Piccadilly line bars, then check out Cecilia's Wine House. This Drury Lane gem has a plethora of lip-smacking serves to enjoy with pals, alongside a mouthwatering menu. Head in on a Saturday for its brunch grub, including charcuterie platters and Champagne.
Hop off the tube at Covent Garden station and make your way over to this raucous delight of a bar, The Escapologist. It has the energy of a modern-day Victorian men's club and features striking decor like glitter-top tables and luminous, back-lit counters. While famed for its bottomless brunches and happy hours, its signature cocktail menu is worth a mention on its own thanks to its creative concoctions. Look forward to sipping on My Head Is A Jungle, made with spiced rum and a Jaffe Latte, featuring Cointreau, milk and honey.
Found just a two-minute walk from Piccadilly Circus tube Station The Comedy Pub is one of the West End's best known stand up venues. Swing by to catch some of the funniest comedians in the city while taking advantage of the generous happy hour deals.
Located just a short walk from Arnos Grove Station, this charming pub is a great spot for outdoor drinking and dining. With two beer gardens, toasty heaters and a menu packed full of tasty plates, it's a guaranteed winner.
Situated just minutes from Hammersmith station, this popular boozer is all about the craft beers. There's over 40 different bottles available, with 20 available on tap. If that's not enough, then there's a carefully curated wine list and cocktails to accompany a fabulous selection of British dishes.
Situated on Soho's Poland Street, Lucky Voice is the perfect thing for hen and stag parties, birthdays or even bottomless brunches every Saturday. You can hire one of their trendy karaoke booths to sing your heart out all night with your friends, and you can even order drinks and pizzas to the room so that you won't miss a thing. There are more than 12,000 songs to choose from here, with high-tech sound systems and disco balls to complete the experience.
Literally located steps away from Piccadilly Circus' tube station is the iconic Hard Rock Cafe, a music lovers delight and oozing American bravado. Decorated with a number of music memorabilia, their menu is filled with US classics, along with a few fabulously OTT dishes - 24-carat gold leaf steak burger anyone?
Just a short walk from Turnpike Lane Station, you'll find contemporary pub The Westbury fronting exposed brick walls, artwork from local talent and a terrace that's heated in winter and a sunny escape come summer. Better yet, there's roasts and drinks galore.
We'll round off our tour of the Piccadilly Line Zones 1 & 2 with a charming Irish pub near Finsbury Park. There's a fantastic beer garden, big screen for all the sport, lively quiz nights and partying through to the early hours at the weekends. Lively atmosphere plus good selection of drinks equals all-round winner.
