The Phoenix

Description

A quirky bar, exciting event space and music venue, The Phoenix in Cavendish Square near Oxford Circus hosts live music, comedy nights, quizzes and DJs. 

Housed across two floors, the ground floor is a classic bar with an eclectic atmosphere, while the basement is where the nightlife begins. 

Serving a range of delicious, quality food, the menu includes classic pub grub, juicy burgers, succulent fried chicken and a range of meat-free options. There are four brands that make up the menu called Chicken Society, Ruby Jean’s Burgers, Veg Heads and Marvellous Pub Grub. You can also order via Deliveroo or call up to enjoy their mouth-watering food from the comfort of your own home. 

There is also a bookable space for special occasions and events. 

What's on

Sounds Familiar Saturdays
Join Sounds Familiar Music Quiz Saturday at the Phoenix! Doors 1900 Quiz starts 1945 sharp. DJ Till 12.00am 10 to a team max. Big groups…

Saturday 12th July 2025 and 4 other Saturdays

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Too gay to function
A singles night for our queer ladies! Our comedians engage with the audience and there are interactive activities to help you mingle with ease…

Fri, 18th Jul 2025 @ 19:00 - 23:00

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The Phoenix Rockabilly Club
Jump, Giggle & Shout! The Phoenix Rockabilly Club is back with their monthly roundup of Rawkus Rock'n'roll, Ear Splitting Instrumentals, Hick…

Saturday 19th July 2025 and 5 other Saturdays

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How Does It Feel To Be Loved?
How Does It Feel To Be Loved? is an indie pop and soul club in central London. We play indie pop, northern soul, Motown, and 60s girl groupsat…

Saturday 19th July 2025 and 4 other Saturdays

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Comedy Club 4 Kids - Workshops
Now run by Isabelle, with other assorted DBS-checked professionals – James And Melissa having both retired to nice country lives – the workshops…

Sunday 20th July 2025

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Sounds Familiar Music Quiz
100 Killer Tunes. One Epic Quiz. Perfect combination of your favourite PLAYLIST and the best PARTY you've ever been to.  Our rounds arefull…

Various dates from Thursday 24th July 2025

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Neon Naked Life Drawing
Immerse yourself in the electrifying world of Neon Naked Life Drawing at the Phoenix in Oxford Circus! Unleash your creativity in this vibrant…

Friday 25th July 2025

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Age Against the Machine
London's premier party for the slightly older party animal. For nearly a decade now Don and Reg have been holding gheir underground parties for…

Friday 1st August and Friday 5th September 2025

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Phoenix Got Soul
Phoenix Got Soul brings you the best of Sixties Soul, R&B, Mod & Latin Boogaloo music in the heart of Central London; Oxford Circus! Resident…

Saturday 2nd August 2025 and 2 other Saturdays

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Henry's Place
Here at Retrofuturistic we provide  high quality vintage dance music, and good vibrations for a friendly, mixed age group of peopleto…

Sunday 3rd August 2025 and 4 other Sundays

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Turkish 90's Party
Legendary party of a legendary era!!! We welcome everyone who want to visit the magical atmosphere of the 90s and 2000s when everything isbeautiful…

Saturday 9th August 2025

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Info

  • Happily Affordable ££
  • Dance floor
  • Free Into Pub. Some Events Do Charge.

Hours

Day Open Close Notes
Monday 9:00 23:00
Tuesday 9:00 23:00
Wednesday 9:00 0:00
Thursday 9:00 0:00
Friday 9:00 0:00
Saturday 9:00 0:00
Sunday 9:00 23:00

Special opening hours

Day Open Close Notes
Wednesday 24th December 2025 12:00 20:00
Thursday 25th December 2025 - -
Friday 26th December 2025 12:00 0:00

Location

Address

The Phoenix, 37, Cavendish Square, W1G 0PP

Area

West End

Nearest Station

Oxford Circus (Tube)

Menus

  • Cuisines

    This venue serves Pub Food, American and Bar Snacks food.

Private Hire

Name Type Capacity
Seated
Capacity
Standing
Cost Min spend
Midweek*
Min spend
Weekend*
Basement Basement Space 150 200 - - -

A hidden gem in the heart of Central London.

The basement at the Phoenix, Cavendish Square is one of London's best-kept secrets. Only those in the know are aware that this typical London boozer has a multi-functional, totally versatile and history-packed venue tucked away below it's Oxford Circus.

Playing host to long-running club nights, music gigs and some of the biggest names from the world of comedy, the Phoenix basement provides the perfect, 'cooler' alternative to traditional venues for everything from conferences to private parties.

* The minimum spends are a guideline only and vary according to the day and time of the year.

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