Whether your parents are London locals or visiting for the weekend, the thought of taking them bar hopping might seem a ridiculous prospect. We have put together a list of bars to impress your parents with, all with their own unique yet widely appealing quirks to ensure that everyone is happy. Next time the occasion calls for it, here is a list of our top 10 bars to take your parents to, should you decide to give them a taste of your lifestyle away from home.
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Last updated on 1st August 2024
If you want to impress your parents, venture to Maltby Street Wine House in the heart of London Bridge. This suave drinking destination is home to a plethora of lip-smacking drinks, alongside a moreish bar snacks menu, with offerings from the likes of charcuterie boards to bruschetta.
Parents got a taste for the finer things? Treat them to a night of wine and small plates at one of Vagabond's gorgeous bars. With venues from Fulham to the Tottenham Court Road all bars are well located to shove them in a taxi afterwards.
Whether your parents are hard to impress, or you just fancy spoiling them, there's one location in the heart of St Pancras that's sure to serve both. Join Searcys for a unique 'press for Champagne' button, bottles of bubbly and some of the finest oysters in the business.
If you're looking for a place to impress, then this Mayfair spot is up there. Not only it located in a luxurious hotel, but it's also got some indulgent treats on offer. Take 'em for afternoon tea at the weekends, lunch during the day or for cocktails in the evening.
Are Mum and Dad sometimes a bit… difficult to impress? Next time they visit bring out this absolute show-stopper of a trump card - as we offer DMN users exclusive access to the iconic glass dome at the top of the Gherkin; a space usually reserved for private members only. Tick this one off your bucket list while you catch up with ma and pa over exquisite cocktails and unrivalled views of London's skyline.
Sporting opulent 'train carriage' decor and with plants adding colour between tables, Hoxley and Porter in Angel is a parent's dream. Show them you're sophisticated by trying some of their amazing cocktail creations, before moving into the dining carriage for a dishes that include pork belly and rabbit pie. One of North London's best bars, your parents will love it.
Looking to keep mum and dad sweet? Let Humble Grape do the hard work; the stylish and slick wine bars are perfect for catch-ups, with biodynamic bottles to suit everyone's taste. There's also a sturdy menu of British bites to line stomachs.
Light, airy and utterly beautiful, Bourne and Hollingsworth Buildings is a completely unique location in London. Take Ma and Pa for breakfast, lunch or dinner in one of their plant-filled and pretty rooms for a meal they won't forget in a hurry.
A relaxed and humble bar in the heart of King's Cross, The Fellow is prime for evenings spent with your parents in London. Take them for gastro dining and craft pints combined at this authentic space in the North of the city.
If your parents are a huge fan of tasty bevvies (served with a little class), then venture to Covent Garden gem: Cecilia's Wine House. Located on Drury Lane, this fabulous booze venue has a glorious array of serves, alongside a crackin' bar menu to munch on in between.
Some would consider their parents the suave and sophisticated sort, and we have just the venue for them. Join The Botanist, Broadgate Circle for stunning plates in a truly unique and enticing bar and restaurant.
Whether your parents are in town for the weekend or you're heading out to the theatre in the West End, The Dilly is sure to impress. From the cool, elegant decor and fabulous drinks list to the live music entertainment, you can see why this place is so popular.
Making it onto our list of the top 10 bars to take your parents to, Long Bar at Sanderson Hotel reaches out to 80ft in length and is quite possibly the most glamorous of all hotel bars. With a vast list of classic and innovative cocktails to sweeten you up, and a seasonally inspired menu to keep your appetites sated, this is a safe option if you're looking out for bars to impress your parents with.
