Best Restaurants And Bars Around Coal Drops Yard

Looking for a quirky activity bar to get competitive in? then head to Electric Shuffle king's Cross, where you and up to 15 other friends can play on their cutting-edge shuffleboard tables. These come equipped with all sorts of fun minigames, as well as electronic scoring systems that mean you won't have to do any mental maths.

The stylish bar features retro glamour and art deco-inspired interiors, alongside plenty of cosy seating space. Tuck into scrumptious sharing pizzas and small plates after your game, washed down with cocktails, or if you fancy something a little more boozy then check out their weekend brunch socials.

Located just a short walk from Coal Drops Yard, St Pancras and King's Cross stations, GA KingsX is a sanctuary for travellers, commuters, and international visitors seeking refined dining away from terminal crowds.

Whether stopping in for a leisurely meal before taking the Eurostar or enjoying a relaxing cocktail post-commute, the venue delivers polished, consistent hospitality. With seamless service and a menu spanning light bites to hearty meals, it offers a hassle-free, elevated food and drink experience right on the doorstep of London's busiest transport hub.

Located underneath the Everyman Cinema on Handyside Street, Happy Face King's Cross is a spacious bar and restaurant that serves food all afternoon and evening. Their menu features authentic Neapolitan pizzas, lasagne, aubergine parmigiana and a tasty selection of antipasti, as well as gelato.

The bright and airy space is filled with long wooden tables, ideal for large groups. You can also head downstairs to discover their intimate cocktail bar Supermax, a 1970s-inspired haunt that serves creative concoctions.

Venture just outside the famous shopping and dining district and you'll find Rotunda, a modern British restaurant bar with canalside views and a grassy waterfront terrace. Here, you can dine on meat sourced from their own farm in Northumberland, or tuck into the range of vegan and veggie options.

Barrafina Coal Drops Yard is bringing a taste of Spain to your post-shopping feast, with beaut interiors to boot. So get stuck into these gorgeous plates among friends, family and dates, all while sipping on some wine.

The futuristic industrial interiors of Coal Office boast exposed Victorian brickwork and fittings, polished silver lampshades and tree ring tables. But, of course, this restaurant isn't just a pretty face. The selection of Middle Eastern-inspired food will keep you coming back for more.

With a canalside bar and alfresco terrace overlooking Regent's Canal and Granary Square, The Lighterman is top of our list for Coal Drops Yard restaurants with outside seating. Aside from the views, food comes in the form of small plates, hearty mains and vegan offerings, like the beetroot and 'feta' burger.

Italian specialists Lina Stores are much-loved in London, serving up quality dishes for over 75 years. While the menu centres on fresh pasta, you can still get your hands on the likes of beef cheeks and seafood. Our top tip? Save room for the dessert cart, which is stacked with everything from torta Genoese to tiramisu.

Caravan Coal Drops Yard is a bustling cafe, bar and restaurant with cool industrial interiors and a sun-trap terrace overlooking Granary Square. From sourdough pizzas to international small plates and killer cocktails, they're keeping you in food and drinks as well as pics for the 'Gram.

If you're looking for restaurants in Kings Cross, head to the beautiful Victorian building of Dishoom and you won't be disappointed by the fine Indian fare. There's a Bombay feel to the interiors, matching the flavour of the food and cocktails, with a gorgeous mezzanine floor overlooking the kitchen to watch the masters at work. 

Want your meal to be a more casual affair? Sons + Daughters is serving up its classic menu of stacked sandwiches and huge salads, accompanied by fresh coffees. A true social hub in the evening too, you can mosey on over here for a selection of cocktails, beer and wine.

One of the best Coal Drops Yard bars also doubles as a live music venue and daytime coffee stop. From soul to deep house and downtempo, there's an event for every taste and any mood at Spiritland. Whether you want some chilled out after-work drinks or a late one on the dancefloor, they've got your back.

When only the best restaurants in Coal Drops Yard will do, hicce has your back. British ingredients take influence from Scandinavian and Japanese cooking at this contemporary spot, where beautiful plates like beef bavette slathered in chilli, spring onion and sesame, with miso butter potatoes on the side, are the result.