Top 30 Bars To Take Your Parents To

Are Mum and Dad sometimes a bit… difficult to impress? Next time they visit bring out this absolute show-stopper of a trump card - as we offer DMN users exclusive access to the iconic glass dome at the top of the Gherkin; a space usually reserved for private members only. Tick this one off your bucket list while you catch up with ma and pa over exquisite cocktails and unrivalled views of London's skyline.

Whether your parents are in town for the weekend or you're heading out to the theatre in the West End, Downstairs at The Dilly is sure to impress. From the cool, elegant decor and fabulous drinks list to the live music entertainment, you can see why this place is so popular.

Sporting opulent 'train carriage' decor and with plants adding colour between tables, Hoxley and Porter in Angel is a parent's dream. Show them you're sophisticated by trying some of their amazing cocktail creations, before moving into the dining carriage for a dishes that include pork belly and rabbit pie. One of North London's best bars, your parents will love it.

Fresh and boasting the ultimate in fine fare, if you're looking to take your parents out for dinner and drinks in London, give this Chelsea gem a try for locally sourced ingredients, clean cut interiors and a humble atmosphere.

Parents got a taste for the finer things? Treat them to a night of wine and small plates at one of Vagabond's gorgeous bars. With venues from Fulham to the Tottenham Court Road all bars are well located to shove them in a taxi afterwards.

A relaxed and humble bar in the heart of King's Cross, The Fellow is prime for evenings spent with your parents in London. Take them for gastro dining and craft pints combined at this authentic space in the North of the city. 

Some would consider their parents the suave and sophisticated sort, and we have just the venue for them. Join The Botanist in Broadgate for stunning plates in a truly unique and enticing bar and restaurant. 

Whether your parents are hard to impress, or you just fancy spoiling them, there's one location in the heart of St Pancras that's sure to serve both. Join Searcys for a unique 'press for Champagne' button, bottles of bubbly and some of the finest oysters in the business. 

Looking to keep mum and dad sweet? Let Humble Grape do the hard work; the stylish and slick wine bars are perfect for catch-ups, with biodynamic bottles to suit everyone's taste. There's also a sturdy menu of British bites to line stomachs.

Hunting for a spot to take your parents to this weekend? BrewDog's locations throughout London are always a good idea. Enjoy all your favourite comfort foods, from messy wings to nachos and burgers all while catching the latest game on the big screen or tipping back a pint.

Light, airy and utterly beautiful, Bourne and Hollingsworth Buildings is a completely unique location in London. Take Ma and Pa for breakfast, lunch or dinner in one of their plant-filled and pretty rooms for a meal they won't forget in a hurry.

If you're looking for a place to impress, then this Mayfair spot is up there. Not only it located in a luxurious hotel, but it's also got some indulgent treats on offer. Take 'em for afternoon tea at the weekends, lunch during the day or for cocktails in the evening.

It's sometimes difficult to find a quaint, chilled gastropub in amongst the bustle of Central London, but they are there, somewhere. The Surprise is one of those relaxing gems, which is something of a haven in the heart of Chelsea. Bring the parents along and catch up in a hassle-free boozer, with regularly rotating food menus washed down by real ales and great wines.