Pubs and Bars with Games in London

Plonk is shaking up London's drinking scene with its fun crazy golf pubs and bars. Hit up their spots in Camden, Peckham, London Fields or Forest Hill for a fun hands-on afternoon of drinking and putting your way to victory across the colourful courses.  

Nordic Bar provides Scandinavian comfort in the food and drink, but what about entertainment? Well, the bar has a cracking ping pong table, which – get this – is used for beer pong as well. That's two games for the price of one. 

It's all about beer pong at Belushis Hammersmith, as the lively party keeps you up late with their fun attitude. Stop by this West London haunt, or sister sites in Greenwich, Camden and Shepherd's Bush, and grab American bites, pitchers, and major sporting events on the large screens.

Have you ever thought your foosball skills are worthy of a world championship? Take it to the next level with a trip to Foosball Club, London's dedicated foosball venue with world-class tables to play on. There's even a large choice of craft beer and pizza for halftime refreshment.

Talented chefs, mixologists and party-starters The Flatmates are taking over Notting Hill with Little Yellow Door. Expect fun and games aplenty as they teat you to boozy brunches, Sunday lunches and plenty of house parties in a plush, family-style setting. 

This ain't your average pub with a board game or two, oh no. Electric Shuffle is a technological re-interpretation of the classic game of shuffleboard found in Canary Wharf and London Bridge. Adding food and drink to proceedings, it makes for one unforgettable experience. 

Red Wolf VR Gaming Centre features all kinds of activities, from old school snooker through to Oculus Virtual Reality headsets. The Mayfair hotspot is perfect for small groups, as well as private events of up to 160 guests, who want to have a fun-filled day out.

Shoreditch is home to London's first dedicated video games and e-sports bar and restaurant. Whether you're on a first date, group night out or just fancied having a crack at Mario Kart, swing by and check out whet they've got to offer. 

This all-new interactive golfing experience in the City is one fun, cool way to unwind after work. Have a few drinks and take on the technological golfing range offering everything from golf darts to full-blown Putt 18-holes. 

Not only does the Hare & Hounds champion local breweries, stock a fabulous wine selection and promise burgers, wings and delicious roast dinners, but there's also a stunning outdoor garden and pool tables to keep you occupied.

The Old School Yard has become a legend in South London thanks to its nostalgic decor and cheeky character. Based on Long Lane in London Bridge, the venue features Nintendo Games, vintage toys and classic comics, alongside a clock that is continuously set for 3:10 PM. 

Head to West Hampstead where this cosy basement space keeps a few board games on hand for those wet weather days when all you want is to get some friends together and get a little competitive over a pint of two.

Pizza Pilgrims are looking East, serving their customers great pizzas coupled with 16-person foosball, plasma screen TVs and vintage video games. The pizza maestros will, of course, be serving all the same Neapolitan pizzas that made them famous in the first place.

Bethnal Green's Fugitive Motel offers an all-day menu of delicious pizzas and craft beers, alongside some super-fun bar games the likes of which you may not have tried before - cornhole? Shuffleboard? Come and try something a little different at this East London bar.

Bounce is one of the best venues in London for ping-pong. It's an underground haven that's abuzz with the sounds of groups of mates holding their own tournaments, lay down the gauntlet to yours and bring them to this ping-pong palace. 

Full of mouth-watering burgers and exquisite locally-brewed beers, the Crown offers the residents of Battersea a cosy nook to relax in. To sweeten the deal, the lounge is full of all the simple board games that defined your youth.

Head over Bermondsey where this German-inspired beer hall is bringing you a wealth of activities to get stuck into. Get competitive over rounds of shuffleboard, table football, pool and ping pong  while you sip on an international selection of craft beers.

Three Compasses is a beloveds North London pub with a friendly atmosphere and comfy furnishings for you to sink hours into. Whether you fancy hitting up the Foosball table or chowing down on a Sunday roast, they've got you covered. 

One of the best bars in London with games, Draughts is bringing you a cool and quirky lineup of classic boards and complex new adventures. Head over to Waterloo where the arch spot is also fronting craft beer and tasty food too.

From darts and old school board games to pool, The Beehive has got you covered for entertainment. But if you fancy taking a more spectator role, you can also sit back and enjoy a live-screened match on one of the sports bars many indoor and outdoor TVs.

1920 Bar works hard to ensure pool lovers have the very best facilities available to them. With four full-sized, American pool tables to show your skills at, cloths and cushions are changed every six months to ensure those pristine orange tables are always in great shape.

When it comes to mega views in London? It doesn't get much better than Skylight Tobacco Dock. This converted car park is now an urban lawn club, complete with pétanque courts and croquet. Play with your pals whilst watching the sunset behind London's soaring skyscrapers.

Rileys Sports Bar is a great place for games in London by offering foosball, ping pong, beer pong, pool tables and darts, which is basically every game you want from a bar. While you're there, take advantage of their happy hour deals and grab some traditional American eats.

Head over to Deptford where Badger Badger is bringing you hundreds of board games from its in-house activity hub Tanuki. Get stuck into three hours of playtime for just a fiver, and keep yourself fuelled-up with tasty yakitori skewers and fresh pints.

From a weekly pub quiz to live DJs and a cracking jukebox, this Hackney favourite is a top choice if you're looking for a little fun in east London. Located just minutes from Victoria Park, it's all about good times, great drinks and tasty gastro food.

Going above and beyond what you'd expect from a bar with games, Hijingo is up there with some of the city's most thrilling experiences. Settle into the Tokyo Nights-inspired setting for high-stakes bingo with special effects, hilarious live hosts and massive prizes. 

Much more than your average pub, Ninth Life is South London's most unique watering hole. With a sprawling courtyard serving up street food and DJs, they've got festival culture at their heart and a range of immersive entertainment to get invovled with.

If you're looking for somewhere to hole up with a good game on a rainy day, look no further than Spit & Sawdust. This Borough-based boozer is known for its insane selection of craft beers, but it also just happens to home loads of retro games also - bring your gang and spend a day reliving your youth.

Queens isn't just any normal bar. They've got an ice skating ring and 12 bowling alleys to keep you entertained, a delicious food menu of MEATliquor tastiness to keep your bellies full and a bar stocked with all the cocktails you need.

A mainstay on the London sports bar scene, this classic spot in Victoria is perfect if you're looking for some hearty grub and a couple of rounds of snooker, pool, darts or ping pong.

A fun pub in Westminster, The Loose Box is packed with activities to keep you entertained throughout your visit. On top of a popular weekly quiz night, the venue boasts a set of shuffleboard tables for you to challenge your mates. 

The Three Compasses is known as one of the friendliest, most unpretentious boozers in London. This local East End watering hole offers up plenty to do, with board games, darts and table football; they'll even screen the odd film or TV show.

Turning good old fashioned mini golf on its head, this crazy gaming bar in West London uses cutting edge technology to bring you one of the best pub golf experiences in the city.

Reasons to visit The Four Thieves in Battersea are plentiful, but their huge Games Room is arguably the biggest draw of the lot. Found upstairs, this grand art deco music hall features a whole host of retro arcade games, crazy golf, virtual reality and mini motor-racing.

A fun and inventive bar that'll keep you entertained all night long, Flight Club brings social darts to the masses in a seriously attractive space. Games are simple, there's real-time scoring and plenty of food and drinks to enjoy throughout; just choose between Shoreditch, Bloomsbury, Victoria and Islington.

Arcade machines, consoles and retro games are the least you can expect from one of the best bars with entertainment in London. Not only does this Peckham gem provide the ultimate in gaming fun, there's an American menu, quirky cocktails and a speakeasy in the basement to boot. 

Love your games with a side of booze? Over at The Bat and Ball in Stratford, they offer two levels of pool, ping pong, DJs and live sport, as well as a fantastic selection of cocktails, craft pints and lip-smacking pizzas.

Not sure where to head for a last-minute happy hour or a few rounds of table football? Check out Bar Kick for their sports vibe and delicious comfort eats. Chow down on chicken strips, halloumi fries and yummy sliders.

Fancy testing or showing off your blackjack and poker skills? Head to probation-era inspired Nocturne basement bar in the heart of South Kensington, and try out their vintage game rooms and tasty cocktail menu.

If you're looking for a quintessentially English game to play at the pub, then grab your mates and head down to cricket bar Sixes in Fitzrovia and Fulham. Enjoy a stint in the high-tech batting nets, followed by a pint and plenty of nosh of course.