London Decanted

Nightlife

Members clubs, nightclubs, and late-night venues

Balthazar
French BrasserieAll Day Dining

Balthazar

£££·Covent Garden

This bustling French brasserie captures the energy of a Parisian grand café with its zinc bar and vintage décor. The late night bar scene attracts theatre crowds and night owls seeking classic cocktails and French wines.

Bluebird Chelsea
Modern BritishRooftop Terrace

Bluebird Chelsea

£££·Chelsea

This art deco inspired restaurant and bar occupies a stunning 1920s garage building on the King's Road. The rooftop terrace and stylish cocktail bar make it a popular evening destination for Chelsea's fashionable crowd.

Cargo
Global Street FoodLive Music Venue

Cargo

££·Shoreditch

This sprawling venue under railway arches combines a restaurant, bars, and live music space with an industrial aesthetic. The outdoor terrace and eclectic programming make it a cornerstone of Shoreditch's nightlife scene.

Corsica Studios
NightclubLive Music

Corsica Studios

££·Bermondsey

These converted railway arches beneath London Bridge have become essential for serious electronic music enthusiasts. The raw industrial spaces host some of the city's most forward-thinking club nights and live electronic performances.

Dalston Superstore
BarLive Music

Dalston Superstore

££·Dalston

This inclusive queer venue has become a cornerstone of East London's LGBTQ+ nightlife scene since 2009. The space combines a relaxed daytime café atmosphere with some of the city's most creative and welcoming nighttime programming.

Lost Society
Cocktail BarHidden Speakeasy

Lost Society

£££·Clapham

Sophisticated speakeasy-style cocktail bar hidden beneath street level with expertly crafted drinks. Features live jazz music and an intimate atmosphere reminiscent of prohibition-era establishments.

Ministry of Sound
SuperclubDance Music Institution

Ministry of Sound

£££·Southwark

Legendary superclub that helped define UK dance music culture with its world-famous sound system. Houses multiple rooms and attracts international DJ talent for marathon club nights.

Nightjar
CocktailsHidden Gem

Nightjar

£££·Shoreditch

This subterranean speakeasy channels 1920s glamour with expertly crafted cocktails and live jazz performances. The dimly lit space feels like a genuine Prohibition-era hideaway, complete with vintage décor and theatrical presentation.

Phonox
NightclubSound System Excellence

Phonox

££·Brixton

Purpose-built nightclub with exceptional sound system and lighting focusing on house and techno music. Known for its intimate dancefloor and carefully curated DJ bookings.

Queen of Hoxton
BarRooftop

Queen of Hoxton

££·Shoreditch

This quirky multi-level venue features themed interiors that change seasonally and a popular rooftop space that transforms into various seasonal concepts. The eclectic approach attracts a diverse crowd seeking unique drinking experiences beyond standard bar offerings.

The Book Club
BarLive Music

The Book Club

££·Shoreditch

This eclectic venue transforms from daytime café to nighttime party destination, featuring an unpredictable mix of ping pong tables, DJ sets, and literary events. The deliberately chaotic atmosphere attracts a creative crowd seeking something beyond typical bar experiences.

The Cow
GastropubOyster Bar

The Cow

££·Notting Hill

Tom Conran's intimate gastropub combines Irish hospitality with exceptional seafood in a cosy two-floor setting. The upstairs dining room and downstairs bar create distinct atmospheres for both casual drinks and refined dining.

The Fitzroy Tavern
Historic PubLiterary Heritage

The Fitzroy Tavern

££·Fitzrovia

This historic Victorian pub was once the gathering place for writers like George Orwell and Dylan Thomas. The atmospheric interior and traditional ales continue to attract literary minded drinkers and locals seeking authentic pub culture.

The French House
PubLocal Legend

The French House

££·Soho

This legendary Soho institution served as headquarters for the French Resistance during WWII and continues to attract writers, actors, and bohemians. The tiny pub maintains strict traditions including champagne by the glass and a complete ban on mobile phones.

The Palomar
Middle EasternLocal Legend

The Palomar

£££·Soho

This energetic Jerusalem-style restaurant brings authentic Levantine flavors to a tiny Soho space that pulses with Middle Eastern music and theatrical cooking. The open kitchen and communal seating create an immersive dining experience that extends well into the evening.

XOYO
NightclubLive Music

XOYO

££·Shoreditch

This forward-thinking club has established itself as one of London's premier electronic music venues since opening in 2010. The programming consistently features cutting-edge DJs and live electronic acts across multiple rooms and outdoor spaces.

Zedel
French BrasserieLive Music

Zedel

££·Soho

This grand French brasserie occupies a magnificent Art Deco basement that once housed the Regent Palace Hotel's ballroom. The space combines affordable Parisian-style dining with regular cabaret performances and late-night piano bar sessions.

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Jazz ClubSoho Legend

Ronnie Scott's

£££·Soho·Leicester Square

London's most famous jazz club, hosting world-class acts since 1959. The late-night sets after the main show are where the real magic happens.

Fabric
NightclubIconic

Fabric

££·Farringdon·Farringdon

Still London's most important nightclub after two decades. Three rooms, a legendary sound system, and a booking policy that brings the world's best DJs to Charterhouse Street.

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Live MusicCamden Institution

The Jazz Cafe

££·Camden·Camden Town

A Camden Town staple for live jazz, soul, funk, and world music. Intimate balcony tables overlook the stage for an unbeatable vantage point.

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Members ClubMayfair Exclusive

Annabel's

££££·Mayfair·Green Park

The legendary Berkeley Square members' club, reborn in a lavish townhouse. Multiple restaurants, bars, and a nightclub spread across four floors of extraordinary interiors.

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Event SpaceIndustrial Scale

Printworks

££·Canada Water·Canada Water

A former printing press turned into London's most dramatic event space. The industrial cathedral hosts electronic music events, immersive experiences, and cultural programming.