Where To Celebrate Burns Night In London 2026

25th January is a special day in the Scottish calendar, as celebrations featuring traditional food and music to celebrate the life of the country’s greatest poet: Robert Burns. There are plenty of suppers and events to be enjoyed in London too, as restaurants and bars host special one-offs across the city with haggis, neeps, tatties, whisky, ceilidhs and everything in between.

Check out our shortlist of the best places to celebrate Burns Night in London right here, giving Rabbie Burns the ultimate birthday celebration.

Last edited by Marcus Sanigar

Last updated on 3rd December 2025




Burns Night 2026 at The Oyster Shed

@ The Oyster Shed on Thu, 22nd Jan 2026 @ 19:00 - 22:00

Back by popular demand, The Oyster Shed is hosting another spectacular Burns Night celebration. Book your place for a night of culinary excellence in honour of Scotland's beloved poet.

After a wee dram on your arrival, there's a four-course feast of Scottish classics with a modern twist. With your belly full and your cockles warmed, bagpipes will see that you dance off your dinner.

RAILS Restaurant & Little Bar

Afternoon Tea - From £41.50 and 3 other offers

For £30 per person, RAILS Restaurant at the Great Northern Hotel is hosting a marvellous Burns Night meal, with three courses featuring haggis neeps and tatties served with a whisky sauce. Dessert consists of the traditional Scottish Cranachan topped with homemade cream and raspberries. If you don't want the evening to end, why not stay overnight?

Burns Week Spectacular with Frank & Dean

@ Boisdale of Canary Wharf on Tuesday 20th January 2026 and 5 other dates

Boisdale of Canary Wharf are hosting a Burns Week Spectacular with Frank & Dean, promising multiple nights of fun. Each event comes with live music, as well as traditional elements like a piper-led procession and the ceremonial address to the haggis.

They've also got a special menu for the occasion, featuring smoked salmon, cullen skink, smoked salmon and haggis, followed by a classic cranachan.

The Cadogan Arms

Head over to the buzzing King's Road in Chelsea for a brilliant Burns Night celebration, promising a vibrant atmosphere and classic Scottish fun. They've created a special four-course menu for the occasion, complete with hot smoked salmon served on tattie scones, Highland wagyu beef and haggis, neeps and tatties.

Tickets cost £85 per person, or £70 for the vegetarian menu. Thanks to their partnership with The Singleton Whisky, each guest will also receive a whisky cocktail and a dram of Singleton 12yo as part of this. What's more, there'll be a live bagpipe player, alongside a traditional poetry recital.

Burns Night Supper

@ Hydrant on Sat, 24th Jan 2026 @ 18:30 - 22:00

Celebrate Scotland's most iconic poet in style at The Hydrant in the City of London with a traditional Burns Night Supper. Tickets are £54 and include a three-course Scottish feast, whisky tastings throughout, and live bagpipe music, complete with the ceremonial Address to the Haggis.

Immerse yourself in an evening of poetry, heritage, and hearty flavours.

A Wee Pop-up Ceilidh at Small Beer

@ Small Beer on Friday 12th December 2025 and 8 other Fridays

Up for some Scottish fun and frolics? Join Small Beer Brewery for a Burns Night ceilidh and supper on 27th January and 3rd February. But that's not all; they're hosting fests and live-music events year-round, with banging brews, tasty tapas and plenty of space to boogie all night. See you on the dance floor.

Burns Night: The Scottish Social

@ King's Head Roehampton on Fri, 23rd Jan 2026 @ 19:00 - 23:00

The warm and welcoming spirit of Burns Night is coming to The King's Head, Roehampton. As you take a leather-bound seat beside the fire, you can tuck into haggis bon bons, neeps and tatties tart, Scottish smoked salmon potato scones and scotch egg black pudding. All for just £30 per person. 

Of course, it's not Burns Night without a sip or two of Scotch. Don't worry, the bar is well stocked with Scotland's favourite tipples and plenty more besides.

The Hound

Found inside an old Victorian police station in Chiswick, The Hound is a historic pub that's been a big part of the local community for decades. They're embracing all things Scottish come the 25th, including a live bagpipe player and a traditional recital of Burns' famous poem 'Address to a Haggis'.

They're also whipping up a four-course menu, in collaboration with The Singleton Whisky. Tuck into the likes of lorne sausage toasties with haggis, Highland wagyu beef and hot smoked salmon, complete with a whisky cocktail on arrival and a dram of Singleton 12yo. This will set you back £85 per person, or the vegetarian option costs £70.

The New York Bar

Seasonal Exclusive: New York Bar Festive Cocktail and Christmas Sandwich and 2 other offers

This Burns Night, join The New York Bar for a vibrant celebration in the heart of London on the 23rd of January. The evening kicks off in the Palace Lounge with champagne, cocktails, and canapés before heading to the English Grill for a luxurious meal that pays tribute to Scottish culture.

Throughout the night, enjoy the stirring sounds of the resident piper setting the scene for an unforgettable evening. With a smart-casual dress code and paired drinks included, it's the perfect way to honour the legacy of Robert Burns. Head down for 6.30pm for a 7pm sitting for £120 per person, including paired drinks.

Oriole

Covent Garden destination Oriole is a stylish cocktail bar and restaurant that promises a jazz soundtrack, Latin American fusion cuisine and some of the finest tipples around. Expect speakeasy vibes and a highly skilled bar team, from the same group who brought you Nightjar and Bar Swift.

From the 21st to the 25th January, they're offering a special whisky flight from Highland Park to celebrate Burns Night. This will cost £15, including drams of whisky of different age expressions: 12, 15 and 18 years.

The Libertine

Guinness & Oysters and 1 other offer

The Libertine is hosting a special tribute to Robert Burns at the Burns Night Supper Club and it's your chance to indulge in Scotland's rich culinary traditions, with a delectable three-course feast complemented by three distinctive whisky expressions from the renowned Glenmorangie distillery. 

Expect a lively celebration, led by an expert Master of Ceremonies, who will guide you through all the beloved rituals, including the ceremonial piping in of the Haggis and its heartfelt address. With a menu featuring haggis, neeps, tatties, cranachan, and plenty of Glenmorangie drams, it will be a night worthy of Scotland's national poet, Robert Burns. Tickets are £120 per person, including a welcome cocktail and whisky pairings, with the evening starting at 7pm and dinner served at 7.45pm. 

40 Dean Street

Celebrate Burns Night in a unique way at 40 Dean Street with a limited-edition Scottish-inspired menu for just £26.50. In honor of the 265th anniversary of Burns Night, enjoy a twist on a classic Italian ragu, made with haggis, paired with a refreshing Dalmore whisky old fashioned.

Available on Saturday the 25th of January from 6pm, this exclusive dish combines the best of Scotland and Italy for a one-of-a-kind dining experience. Don't miss out on this delicious, celebratory pairing.

Rooftop Burns Night Supper with Bagpiper

@ Smiths of Smithfield on Sat, 24th Jan 2026 @ 18:45 - 22:00

Head to Smiths of Smithfield for a rooftop Burns Night supper, complete with a live bagpiper. They're celebrating this Scottish tradition in an authentic fashion, promising poetry, music and a spectacular six-course menu.

Tuck into the likes of haggis, neeps and tatties, Loch Fyne oysters and succulent venison, as well as a touch of Irn Bru. Plus, everyone will receive a Glenlivet 15 cocktail on arrival.

The Whisky and Live Blues Burns Night Party OPEN SCOTCH WHISKY BAR

@ Crol and Co on Friday 23rd and Saturday 24th January 2026

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Raise a dram and toast the Bard at The Rhythm and Booze Project's sixth annual Burns Night celebration. Taking over the intimate Crol & Co in Bermondsey, you can expect a gig, whisky tasting, and house party all in one, featuring open whisky bars, veggie haggis bonbons, oatcakes, and raucous blues from Paul and Felipe.

With Scottish poetry, premium single malts, and a festive, mischievous atmosphere, it's the perfect way to mark Burns Night in London with style and a touch of rowdy fun.

Langan's Brasserie

The iconic Langan's Brasserie has been a Mayfair institution for decades, having been visited by the likes of  Jack Nicholson, Mohammed Ali and Mick Jagger over the years. Find original artwork from David Hockney on the walls, as well as sweeping staircases, elegant chandeliers and plush velvet seating.

Their Burns Night celebration is not to be missed, promising a bespoke three-course menu curated by Head Chef Ben Mellor. For £95 per person, you can tuck into the likes of haggis, neeps and tatties, braised venison haunch and cranachan, with a deep-fried Mars bar to finish off your feast and a complimentary glass of Johnnie Walker Blue Label. Afterwards, head upstairs to their private lounge to continue the merriment.