Urban, bustling and never short for options when it comes to a unique night out in the city, Peckham has seemingly stolen the hearts of Londoners and their drinking habits combined. From an industrial jumble of rooftop bars and quaint pubs to unique boozers with gaming twists, check out our recommendations for some of the very best Peckham bars.
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Gorgeous botanical décor, fabulous pizza slices and cracking ice-cold cocktails for when the weather gets warmer? Bussey Rooftop Bar has it all. Not only attached to the rooftop film club in the summer, this local favourite has great views and a perfect summer feel.
One of Peckham's most beloved haunts, this quirky pub and restaurant is the local boozer you dream of thanks to its proximity so close to Peckham Rye station. With tasty food and great beers as a given and Sunday roasts every weekend, The Montpelier also boasts a secret screening room showing cult classics and lost gems on the regular.
With a glowing roster of live events, from jazz nights through to DJs and even a lively pub quiz, this Peckham Rye Common pub is a real mix of old school and contemporary. Dating back to the 1800s, the space is home to delicious Sunday roasts and real ales.
Funkidory is giving you local bar flavour with quirky bar attitude. Notoriously a neighbourhood favourite, it's a great place to unwind with a natural glass of wine, and for on the way home? Grab a bottle and a record from their attached shop.
A charming place to eat and drink in Peckham, No.67 is a name awash with foodie infamy. Heralded for their insistence on seasonal fare and churning out plates with gastronomy charm in a stylish setting, this is a restaurant bar in the South that's delicious and chilled to boot.
Peckham Arches is a multi-functional space that's perfect for enjoying a drink in South London. Head on over to this cool hangout for scrumptious BBQ grub cooked over live fire, killer cocktails and a whole range of events, from comedy nights to DJ-led parties.
Situated in Peckham, CLF Art Lounge is a great shout for bars with entertainment. Expect live music, jazz events and much more while sipping a bespoke cocktail in their garden roof terrace or tucking into Dominican food.
Let's be honest - Peckham Levels? It's one of the coolest bars in the area. Transformed from an old car park into a multi-functional venue, this hangout now showcases bars with craft beers and cocktails, as well as street food vendors, event spaces and creative get-togethers.
Looking for a bar in Peckham Rye? This name more than stands out. A hidden gem in the heart of the South, not only is The Four Quarters your fun-time pal in the arcades game department, but there's American bites, quirky cocktails and a secret speakeasy bar in the basement.
The Prince of Peckham is a community pub and bar split across two floors, with tasty craft beers, cocktails and Caribbean food from White Men Can't Jerk. Searching for the perfect Peckham bar for brunch and sport screenings? This place has got both of those too.
Forza Wine is the rooftop sister site to popular Peckham Italian restaurant Forza Win. Located on Rye Lane, the bar and restaurant focuses on drinking and snacking, with some seriously stunning views across South London and plenty of sun tanning opportunities in the summer.
A notorious rooftop bar in Peckham, Frank's is an enviable spot to say the least. Perched atop a car park, this booming space hosts regular events alongside rooftop cocktails and stunning views of the city, making it a form choice for date nights, group gatherings and special occasions.
Perched right by Peckham Rye station, Bar Story keeps things casual with great craft beers and an outdoor space that makes use of its industrial space under the arches. A premium South London spot for afternoon drinks, this place is frequently packed with young professionals.
