While once known for hearty British boozers, the creative takeover has finally fallen upon King's Cross. Boasting an impressive bar scene and great if you want a change from Shoreditch, with luxury shopping stops at Coal Drops Yard, this postcode is coming up from pawn ranks to king trumps. A great trip across the river in North London, check out our recommendations for the best King's Cross bars.
Last updated on 6th March 2023
A cool riverside bar and restaurant in Kinds Cross, Rotunda is a hidden gem. Soak up some rays while watching the boats drift past on a summer day or snuggle up in a cosy nook when the weather turns, sampling a number of their innovative cocktail creations.
Live music space Lafayette is bringing a whole host of artists to King's Cross, having already hosted everyone from Beck to Charli XCX. Not only that, but there's a killer lineup of cocktails to accompany your night of dancing at this cool destination.
Situated in King's Cross, The Cross is a great shout for after work drinks or cute date nights. From the beautiful rooftop terrace to its first-floor restaurant slinging out Mediterranean small plates, it makes for a dreamy dining and drinking destination.
While Keystone Crescent might be a member's bar only, it's definitely worth looking into if you fancy social nights out. The decadent venue is open from Wednesday to Sunday and serves a small but mighty list of creative concoctions.
Big Chill is a King's Cross bar that's not only got Chuck Burgers in residence - the purveyors of American-style patties and sides - but the cocktail menu isn't to be missed. To top it off? There's DJs from Thursday to Sunday and weekend bottomless brunches complete with the same party treatment.
Megaro is a basement cocktail bar in Kings Cross that's full of charm and character. Split between the Darkroom and the Picture Room, the bar is atmospheric with dimly-lit interiors decorated with cinema-style seating, perfect for late night cocktail sipping.
The Racketeer is the neighbourhood cocktail bar with as much charm as its name suggests. Boasting well executed cocktails, a gothic Victorian interior and even a secret garden, this is oldest new hangout around Kings Cross.
The stunning restaurant at Searcys St Pancras is one thing, but the champagne bar is what really grabs the headlines here. It's the longest in Europe, and it comes complete with a stunning range of quality fizz and panoramic views of the entire terminal to boot.
Simmons is a unique and quirky cocktail bar with some of the coolest, kitsch interiors in the business. If you're a cocktail drinker, this Kings Cross bar won't let you down, serving unique mixes with a famously fantastic happy hour.
Whether you're looking for a low-key drink with pals or fancy dancing the night away to music spun by live DJs, Supermax is a firm choice. Boasting a stunning underground space with 1970s interiors, this is a spot you won't want to miss.
Booking Office 1869 is a suave bar with a late-night licence in St. Pancras station, one where a seasonal menu of treats can be washed down with cocktails. Plus, there are DJs on Fridays and Saturdays, alongside a gorgeous rooftop garden to boot.
When it comes to a bar in King's Cross, the Somers Town Coffee House is the ultimate hybrid space. Not only a den for craft beer and British bites, head on down for private dining rooms, a speakeasy cocktail bar, a hidden garden and more.
Work off those weekday woes in a swanky bar with banging beats, tasty tipples, fine wines and some great gastro grub. Take a date, a mate or a rowdy rabble to The Fellow and munch over table tops, sip at the bar or hit the dance floor for a night full of sordid shenanigans.
Whether it's after work drinks, chilled out date nights or catching up with mates, make sure you head north of the river to this pub in King's Cross. Not only does Little Creatures churn out craft beers with a bang, but there's also gourmet burgers and sharing platters.
This charming cafe and bar in Kings Cross offers an excellent spot for food and drinks come morning, noon or night. With a great selection of coffee, wine and cocktails, its got date night vibes written all over it.
Nestled in the concourse of King's Cross station, The Parcel Yard is 2 floored delight clad with original features and a light, airy atmosphere. The perfect place to sit back with a real ale pint, if you're waiting for a connecting train, and even grab some hearty, freshly prepared pub grub. This isn't your standard station fare, oh no.
Just a short walk from King's Cross Station, this unique bar is offering a unique twist on the tropical cocktail bar. Offering sexy, neon-lit interiors and a slick selection of fresh and fruity drinks, it's the ultimate spot for a mid-week date night or a few after-work tipples with friends.
If you love a big glass of wine to help you unwind after work, look no further than Vinoteca King's Cross. An industrial space made up of light and airy decor with outdoor seating and all-day dining, it's a chilled setting to explore a varied collection of top-quality bottles.
The Star of Kings has successfully managed to establish its name in the King's Cross bar and nightlife scene. It is not only a good old pub with a cracking beer garden, but it also has very high-quality DJ nights, making it a great spot for kicking off the weekend.
Sitting pretty under the Drake and Morgan umbrella, this charming restaurant and bar in King's Cross promises whimsical and creative drinks set alongside a roster of top notch, gastro inspired plates in a quirky, dining setting.
