Pubs and Bars with Games in London

Anybody for a game of Backgammon inside one of Covent Garden's most snug and intimate hotel bars? With leather sofas, warm lighting and eccentric artworks adding some extra character, The Den is one mighty stylish and impressive spot to unwind with a drink and a board game or two.

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.

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.

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.  

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.

Set within the vibrant Spitalfields market between Bishopsgate and Brick Lane, Players Social is the place to head if only the very best bar games will do. Here, you can play shuffleboard, ping pong and table football, all while checking out the extensive food menu or drinks list.

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. 

Bring out your competitive side of at Spritz on the Square, the French-inspired pop-up that boasts two beaut petanque courts. And while you play? Sip a load of refreshing cocktails and soak up the stunning sights of this gorgeous hangout.

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.

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. 

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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. 

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. 

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.

With pool and ping pong to enjoy in their beautiful interiors, The Heathcote and Star really is one of the best games pubs around. This Leyton watering hole is also screening BT and Sky, so you can catch some sport on the big screen while you play yours.

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

For something a little different in London, we've got just the place. Using high-tech, Clays is a shooting experience in London so you can game with your pals. Plus, it boasts a menu filled with charcuterie spreads and nachos.

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.

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. 

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.

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.

If you're after the chance to play darts in an underground drinking den, then Temple Brew House is where to head. This Holborn pub is fronting craft beer brewed on-site and a lineup of smokey dishes to tuck into in between games.

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. 

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.

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.