Night Out in London

Nights out in London needn't be a whirlwind of dance floors and rock bottom boozing. What if they were all about vintage trinkets, cutesy cocktails and an ever sterling soundtrack? Then you're likely to be found in Simmons. One of the most unique bars in the city, Simmons is a wonderland of kitsch bits, inventive cocktails and a charming bustle.

Top notch DJs queue up to play Gigalum, one of South London's best DJ bars. Clapham's packed with plenty of options but it's Gigalum's combination of always free entry, flowing cocktails and foot-stomping house party tunes that arguably make it the pick of the bunch.

Conveniently located between Old Street and Liverpool Street, Shoreditch Platform is a fun venue in East London. Stretching over two floors the bar and private hire venue serves everything from dinner to delicious cocktails. Head to this spot over the weekend for DJs keeping you dancing until the early hours.

Boasting an awesome 'happy hour' that stretches from 5 PM 'til 9 PM every night, Tequila Mockingbird always promises to put on a cracking night whatever day you choose to visit. This super cool, three-floored cocktail bar in Putney will see you drinking and dancing the night away as the best local DJs spin all of the biggest party tunes until 2 AM! 

The Roof Gardens is true opulence personified. Set among a stunning rooftop gardens 100 feet above the streets of Kensington, these guys sure know how to roll out the red carpet for a VIP partying experience. Expect a lavish evening of meticulous drinks, handsome patrons and a pulsing party ambience.

Bringing live music, authentic Italian pizza and brilliant cocktails to Shoreditch, there’s little doubting Old Street Records’ place as one of the coolest hangouts in east London. Soak in that record-store-realness and expect to see anything from EP launches to new bands and established live acts on the main floor, with a more low-key feel to the jazz nights and DJ sets that go down in the basement.

XOYO is one of East London's hottest venues. Situated just a few streets away from Old Street station, XOYO is the perfect venue to head to if you are looking for an exhilarating club experience, and it features an ever impressive list of top DJs and regular live music. With inventive nights and ever changing line-ups, XOYO continues to better itself, making it easily one of London's top clubs. 

Multi-purpose party lair Under The Bridge tucked beneath Stamford Bridge Football Stadium in Fulham is an atmospheric drinking den that caters to all manner of entertainment to satisfy every night-out need. Stylish with a splash of industrial inspiration, this hip hangout showcases everything from live music gigs, off-your-seat-funny comedy nights to fashion shoots and late-night club-time, so shoot down for a hot night showcasing a sweet state-of-the-art sound system.

New kids on the block Dirty Harry's has made huge waves since opening on Wardour Street in Soho. Dance the night away to the sounds of a great cover band or watch in awe as Harry's Honeys strut their stuff on stage. Perfect for anyone looking for a night out in London full of vibrant charm and energy, this Soho spot doesn't know how to disappoint. 

Nights out in London don’t get much cooler than when you’re partying at Roof East. A cracking rooftop terrace serving cocktails and street food while you gaze out across views of the Olympic Park, there’s even a play zone and a space for events like the outdoor cinema screenings from Rooftop Film Club. It’s a unique place to head for a few cheeky beverages and, best of all, the whole place smells of lavender!

A fun time party palace in the heart of West London, Chelsea's pumping JuJu is just the destination for a more glammed up night on the London tiles. Head on down for primed bottles of champagne, top notch cocktails and global tapas galore as JuJu keep the antics going all weekend long thanks to their keen party spirit.

Phonox showcases that famously vibrant Brixton atmosphere with its raucous yet welcoming club nights. Brought to us by the team behind XOYO and The Nest, local DJs hit the decks and a Funktion One soundsystem creates a pulsating atmosphere. Open nice and early from 6 PM onwards, Phonox is located moments from the station if you need to catch the last tube home.

Based at the HQ of the secret society that ran Victorian London, The Escapologist is part modern-day Victorian men’s club, part Masonic Lodge in Covent Garden. It’s the ideal fit for those looking for something different from their night out, with a fun yet refined cocktail list served alongside cheese-drenched pizzas in a beautifully designed basement joint.

CLUE: oche, killer, booze, something Brad Pitt isn't part of... ANSWER: Flight Club. Yes, you heard, this is Flight Club and the rules are ... there are no rules! Talk all you want, drink all you want and get a team together to take to an oche where you'll experience the coolest, new wave of nights out in London. Welcome to social darts in either Shoreditch or Bloomsbury.

A quirky cafe by day, a prime party destination by night; Drink Shop Do has got it going on. If you're planning a night out packed with old skool tunes, classic party anthems and an infectiously fun atmosphere in King's Cross, this is the bar for you. With free entry until 10 PM and a £3 entry fee thereafter, you won't be breaking the bank either.

Kanaloa offers the ultimate in tiki-inspired debauchery from their exotic playground in central London. Borrowing its name from the Hawaiian God of the Sea, this place draws inspiration from distant shores while serving up fruity, liquor-laced cocktails presented in tiki-styled vessels. Always colourful and always vibrant, dance until 3 AM at this impossibly fun party pad.

Vintage and broody, Bermondsey's 214 basement bar exudes an especially intimate feel, offering an ideal spot to catch up with mates at the end of the long working week. Specialising in an impressive 80+ gins, G&T fans will quickly fall in love with 214 Bermondsey and if cocktails tingle you more, then we're sure their 'stirring' cocktail artistry will astound and amaze, from their signature "Bermondsey Fizz" to their very own "Lady Macbeth".

Barrio blends a Latin American feel-good factor with the vibrant nature of the neighbourhood, and the end result is one seriously fun night out. You’ll find this quirky hangout on Acre Lane, mixing it up with a vintage caravan, local artworks and hand-painted tiles aplenty. Cocktails focus on tequila, mezcal, pisco and rum, and a Latin party playlist soundtracks a pumping night on the tiles until 2 AM at weekends.

The ever elusive Candlelight Club are famous for staging rip-roaring prohibition parties in stunning, tucked away venues that are only revealed days before the event itself. Everybody gets dressed up to the nines in their twenties best, there's excellent cocktails and late night dancing to a charismatic live jazz band. The team behind this venue are leaders on London's speakeasy scene.

We'll start with the sensational happy hour deals, which offer quirky and innovative drinks at slashed down rates between 4 and 9 PM, Sunday to Friday. No need to feel left out if you're going on Saturday though; there's two cocktails for a tenner then too, and a full-on disco with resident DJs, banging, tunes and delicious cocktails gets up ahead of steam until 1 AM.

We'd tip bagging yourself a table at this jumping Curtain Road joint nice and early in the evening. That way, you can stock yourself up with some delicious smoked meats and get merry with some of their delightful cocktails in a vibrant atmosphere. Once you're done at the table make that short journey over to the dance floor, where a cracking blues band will have you on your feet long into the night.

Need an all-in-one venue in the heart of Shoreditch? The Hoxton Square Bar & Kitchen should be on your radar, bringing dinner, drinks and dancing to one of the most popular streets in town. There’s an outdoor terrace facing all the fun of the square and a live music line-up that features some of the hottest emerging live bands right now.

Champions of cocktails, mischief and fun atmospheres it's got to be the one and only Simmons empire striking a space south of the river. The chic surrounds of Fulham welcome this little parcel of vintage style and quirky personality with open arms. Your night out in London just got a whole lot boozier thanks to Simmons. 

Definitely a night out you want to remember, Dream Bags Jaguar Shoes is an uber-innovative, impression-lasting bar with its constantly shifting interior design, from its unique 1950s American-inspired kitchen look to its kid's play area. Think just for instance dancing among kitchen condiments, cleaners and crazy craft as you tuck into an experimental and extensive cocktail menu, such as "Bleach & Milk" for a taste of this bar's madness.

When it comes to a great night out in London, many know that the South is where it's at, but where to make the most of your venture across the Thames? Head on down to Suburb SW11 for a fun roster of beats and booze alike at this stunning cocktail venture.

Brick Lane just so happens to be one of the most buzzing locations in London for a bevvie, so why not get involved in the action at this affordable plot? From affordable drinks to an outside terrace and regular DJ nights, Big Chill Bar is the fun-time alternative to any and all nights out in London. 

Paradise's whole host of stunning private rooms makes it a perfect candidate for settling in and celebrating a special occasion, before popping over to their club room where a rousing atmosphere rife with house, hip-hop and party bangers gets into full flow. Always lively and packed with people who like to party, this is where West London comes to let its hair down.

Gearing up for that all important fun night out in London but shot for choices? Not any more. If you're headed to the heart of the city try Be At One on for size as their cool and urban space promises a tidy summing up of cool cocktails, masterclasses and more. 

Be At One is your failsafe choice for a feel-good evening out in Covent Garden. Tucked away in an intimate basement just off the piazza, head downstairs where a promise land of flamboyant cocktails, guilty pleasure dance tracks and infectiously charming bartenders await. Happy Hours run from 4.30 PM every day and the venue boasts a 3 AM licence for all your late-night dance floor needs.

The formula at The Old Queen's Head is pretty straight forward. Come if you're searching for a cutting-edge night of drinking, dancing and DJs in one of Islington's prime spots. Hip-hop, house, disco and party classic tunes provide the beats, and entry is only a fiver after 8 PM.

Cocktails are on point; the venue fuses Asian spices, Chinese teas and potent liquors to finish with prized drinks like the Manchu’s Mind Control and Yuzu-Zu. Once done at the table it’s straight to the dance floor, where DJs play party mixes until 3 AM at the weekends.

Get familiar with one of the coolest bars in London as the team behind Callooh Callay present quirky cocktail wonderland, Little Bat. A menagerie of unique spaces alongside some of the best cocktails in the business, try Little Bat on a night out in London and you won't be disappointed.

Shoreditch Gone Wild is an unforgettable bar crawl every Thursday-Saturday, in one of London's coolest areas. You get entry into 4 of Shoreditch's best bars, plus free shots and drinks deals all night long. Friendly, fun and always a laugh; all you have to do is meet between 8 PM and 9 PM at The Shoreditch with your ticket in hand, and let the fun begin!

Jam spiked cocktails, plush leather chesterfields and a fusion of 60s and 70s style characterises The Jam Tree on Chelsea's Kings Road. Shimmy on down to this fabulous bar and fill your boots on delicious drinks, a fun party atmosphere and plenty of big tunes that will keep you merry throughout the night.