Best Wine Bars In London

Diogenes The Dog is a gorgeous London wine bar and bottle shop just shy of Elephant and Castle, boasting an emphasis on up-and-coming regions and unusual winemaking techniques. The curated list of dynamic sips is imported directly from far afield areas, paired expertly with cheese plates, cured meats and more. 

What user Saira says about Diogenes The Dog: "A wonderful spot with great staff who really know their stuff. Incredible wine list that makes you want to keep trying and delicious snacks on the side. I loved it!"

Two More Years is a beautiful spot to enjoy sunset sipping in the city, as they're lucky enough to overlook The River Lea. The canal-side Hackney wine bar stocks 17 natural, organic wines, with four on-tap. Whether you fancy white or even orange, they pair their epic menu with award-winning beer from Purity Brewing Company.

Bringing the wines of Puglia, other Italian regions and beyond to London, Yapix is the gorgeous restaurant bar serving up a true taste of the Mediterranean in Canning Town. As for food, there's Italian sandwiches, fresh pasta and even Ancient Roman pinsa.

Looking to be straight out of a Dickens novel, The Mug House is a charming London Bridge wine bar, complete with original features and olde world interiors. While offering a menu of à la carte classics, this place is also known for its incredible wine selection, with staff on-hand to advise on the perfect pairing.

An elegant wine bar in The City, Cabotte also happens to boast two exclusive dining rooms that pair stunning French dishes with a selection of fine wines. Bringing flavours from across Europe to the heart of London, it's a stunning spot for all you grape-lovers.

Whether you fancy a warming red on a bitter winter's day or refreshing rosé on the sun-soaked terrace, Balfour At Bow Wine Vaults is the place to go for those who know their vino. Enjoy bottles produced on the brand's own vineyard alongside international quaffs.

Comptoir Cafe and Wine really is a grape lover's paradise, boasting an impressive number of international bottles (we're talking at least 800) curated by the owner, a master sommelier. To pair with your drinks? Artisan charcuterie, cheese and small plates - delish. Otherwise, try a wine tasting in London here.

Sager & Wilde is a Hackney Road venue that made itself a permanent fixture after a successful pop-up, taking the British Lion pub and stripping the interiors back to its original roots with exposed brick, wooden floors and an industrial-style bar top. There's an impressive selection of wine available by the glass here - and the bar prides itself on being a fraction of the cost of top restaurants stocking the same bottles.

After a Champagne and wine bar in Mayfair? Clémence is a stunning spot with interiors inspired by those of old school Parisian drinking dens, alongside having charcuterie and marinated octopus to boot. Not only that, but there's French cocktails to sup through as well.

Tucked away in Soho, The Black Book is a chic wine bar named after its iconic black book of premium wines housed in its cellar. Open Tuesday to Saturday, this spot, once a members-only haven, now welcomes everyone to enjoy its expertly curated wines. Whether you're pairing Mediterranean small plates or just stopping by for a casual drink, the in-house sommelier is always ready to guide your selection. Their standout feature is the impressive 'by-the-glass' menu, allowing you to taste some of the finest bottles without breaking the bank.

You'll find Ciro's located in the heart of Islington, tucked away serving an exquisite selection of Italian small plates paired with wine. Venture down to get your lips around a glass of kiruna pecorino, 2023 or a skin contact wine like aleone, giostra, 2021 and pair it with house bread and olive oil, grilled peach and buffalo mozzarella crostini or lasagne. 

28-50 Wine Bars is a gorgeous collective of watering holes and restaurants, with beaut venues in Marylebone, Chelsea and Kensington, alongside a wine bar in Covent Garden. Head to one of their sites to explore a menu of seasonal plates and unique bottles from across the globe, with resident sommeliers on-site to help you pair.

Searcys at the Gherkin is one of the most elegant bars and restaurants in the city, spanning across levels 39 and 40 of the iconic skyscraper. Pairing stylish, modern design with top quality wines and Champagnes, this is the perfect place for great drinks and amazing views.

They serve both afternoon tea and a delicious set menu here as well, featuring dishes like spinach and parmesan ravioli, pan-seared sea bass and free-range pork belly.

Situated on Brixton's Tulse Hill, Il Maremmano is an Italian-inspired wine bar flaunting traditional terracotta walls, which serves only the finest bottles from a hand-picked, independent producer in Tuscany. The small plates here originate from the same region, ranging from pizzette topped with fresh buffalo mozzarella to pumpkin arancini or home-marinated olives.

While making its name as a specialist sprit store and cocktail den, TT Liquor is also a great wine bar in Shoreditch. From checking out the cellar to soaking up the views from the rooftop terrace, this place has plenty in store while you get through the extensive list.

With more than 175 years in the hospitality industry, starting off as award-winning caterers, Searcys are a renowned brand for bringing the very best wine and British food to London. Their Champagne bar at Battersea Power Station sits on the first floor of Turbine Hall A inside the famous, Grade-listed landmark, featuring brass, marble, plush seating, a whole tree and more for decor.

On the menu? Vintage Laurent-Perrier Brut Millésimé, Moët & Chandon Rosé Imperial, Champagne made using only Chardonnay grapes and a range of other drinks besides, from English sparkling wine to Puglian reds and Champagne-led cocktails. Don't forget to accompany your tipples with the finest British caviar, charcuterie and cheeses too.

A glorious wine bar in Central London, Notes is bringing quality coffee, tasty brunch dishes and well-chosen sips to Trafalgar Square. Head here for after-work drinks, weekend lunching and everything in-between.

STEM + STEM can be found in the City of London combining locally sourced British ingredients with a thoughtful wine list, all while doubling up as a florist. Its natural interiors are indicative of its approach to cooking - think plenty of foliage, crisp white tiles and minimalism done right. The botanic beauty's wine selection features whites by the glass like Saint-Joseph “Litote” Bryan Deleu and sweet and fortified sips like Tawny Port, Niepoort, 10yo to name a few. 

Situated near Fitzrovia, Amelie's Wine House is a fabulous escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. Enjoy a wide range of white, red and rose wines, all while checking out its array of cheese boards or light nibbles.

From the creators of the award-winning bar Diogenes the Dog, Aspen & Meursault is a Battersea wine bar serving both looks and bottles. A menu of cured meats, oysters, and even boozy cheeses is supported by a list of low-intervention wines celebrating the very best of organic or biodynamic processes and techniques.

What user Laurence had to say about Aspen & Meursault - "Everything you'd look for in a wine bar. Beautiful decor, great wine and knowledgable staff" - January 2024

The first bar dedicated to all things fizz, Prosecco House has glasses of the good stuff alongside prosecco cocktails, Italian meats, cheese and small plates. The swanky Tower Bridge bar fronts gorgeous velvet soft furnishings and floor-to-ceiling windows which let the light flood in.

El Vino celebrate not only the best in tapas and Spanish small plates, but their love of European wine is exceptional and grand, so you can find all your favourites here. Better yet? They're dotted all about the city, from London Bridge to Fleet Street and beyond.

A London Bridge gem, Maltby Street Wine House is the ideal venue for those of you after lip-smacking bevvies. Venture inside, where you'll be met with cosy interiors, European-inspired food and an extensive drinks list that's sure to make anyone swoon.

A humble choice for a cheese and wine bar, London? Basil & Grape is a neighbourhood hideaway in Croydon serving pizza, salads, fresh meats and formage. Better yet, the team here are well-versed in the world of grapes and are more than happy to advise on the perfect glass to accompany your meal. 

Tucked away down a narrow passage, away from the hustle and bustle of Liverpool Street, this East London wine bar is a true hidden gem. Wood-panelled walls are adorned with quirky antiques and vintage artwork, while the Grapeshots menu features comfort food classics, hearty cheese plates and a fine selection of tipples to wash it down with.

Offering a range of crisp and refreshing wines, Searcy's at St Pancras also just happens to be Europe's longest Champagne bar, with a sister venue in Battersea. Pull up a seat in the historic station setting, soak in the stunning architecture and get to work on sampling some of the fantastic sparkling sips.  

Find a Vagabond wine bar in London and you'll be spoilt for choice. Not only can you visit in Battersea, Clapham, Fulham, Canary Wharf and more, but their concept for pouring wines is unique too. With over 100 to try at each location, you're not just blessed with options aplenty, but you can grab a pre-paid card while to top-up and try tasters at the self-serve machines. 

If you're a big vino lover, then this lovely Borough wine bar is a bit of a no-brainer. With over 25 different wines to choose from, the venue provides a cosy and intimate ambience, perfect for date nights. Enjoy pairing your drinks with modern European cuisine at King's Cross, City, Farringdon and beyond.

If you fancy pairing your carefully selected vino with a spot of Spanish fine dining, ArrosQD is the wine bar in Fitzrovia for you. Just shy of Soho and a stone's throw from the shops of Oxford High Street, they're whipping up tasting menus using Valencian fire cooking techniques, which include truffle potato souffle, rabbit paella and octopus leg.

From the same group behind HIDE & Hedonism Wines comes The White Horse, a slinky yet laid-back pub. Not only is this Mayfair location cool as, offering rustic-chic decor downstairs and a scandi vibe at ground level, but it's also home to one of the best drinks lists in town.

One of London's first real vino bars, this old-school offering in London Bridge brings you hearty grub and a fantastic drinks list. Easy to get to after a quick shop in Borough Market, The Boot and Flogger is historic, having opened back in 1965 as the original Davy's Wine Bar, touting fine wine by the glass.

Just a stone's throw away from Portobello Market, Franklin's Notting Hill is a great spot to drink good booze. Not only are they serving delicious wine but also a fabulous selection of cheese and charcuterie boards in their gorgeous space.

While their Iberico pork and foie gras burger may be renowned, Opera Tavern offers much more to its Covent Garden diners. Located in the heart of the West End, you'll find a chilled out atmosphere, with delicious tapas and a strong selection of wine from Spain and Italy.

Inspired by the unspoilt region of Maremma in Tuscany, this Brixton wine bar is bringing a taste of the area's authentic Italian cuisine to South London. Spend an evening sipping on traditional bottles in the stylish Water Lane spot, complete with a marble-topped bar, comfy seating and flickering candles.

Located on the popular Drury Lane, Cecilia's Wine House is a first-class option for those of you who are into a glass of the good stuff. Head inside, where you'll be met with stylish interiors, alongside plenty of space to enjoy some up-and-coming or best-loved serves: from your burgundies to that all important Bordeaux.

When it comes to wine bars in Greenwich? Davy's Wine Vaults is one of our top picks for a slurp of the good stuff. With over 100 bottles and a neighbouring Davy's Wine Merchants store, which allows you to take your favourite home, it's the ultimate spot for a Friday night.

The Refinery in the City of London is an all-day restaurant and bar popular among those looking for a post-work sip in elegant surroundings. Part of the oh-so-sleek Drake and Morgan family, the venue serves a range of seasonal and freshly produced dishes, with accompanying bottles making it a top choice of cheap wine bars in London. 

Renegade Urban Winery is located in Walthamstow, with a sister site in Bethnal Green, serving some of London's best vino. Not only do they offer tours and tasting, but you can also munch on a seasonally-changing menu and tasty charcuterie boards from the mezzanine or the laidback outdoor area.

For top-notch places to sip organic glasses, Daly's Wine Bar is a great shout. The venue promises a cosy ambience, as well as a variety of a artisan beers and premium spirits, on top of 20 daily international wines to choose from. If that doesn't pique your interest, there's British cuisine on offer, including delish charcuterie spreads - perfect for date night across a bottle.

The Olde Wine Shades does exactly what it says on the tin: serves up a menu of different vinos in one of the oldest wine bars in the city. And what will you be swilling down with your glasses? Plenty of Spanish-influenced dishes and tapas plates.

Venture to Bank House for a hand-picked list of over 100 bottles when you next fancy a glass of red, white or rose. Better yet, there's small plates, Sunday roasts and more to tuck into while you drink plenty of new favourites.

The best wine tasting bar in London? It doesn't get much better than this beauty, which has over 20 by the glass and more than 300 bottles to choose between as well. Ideal for date nights in an intimate setting, The Wine Tasting Shop stocks artisanal producers and has live music each week too.

For a true taste of Shanghai in East London, look no further than 68 Shanghai in Spitalfields. With its expertly crafted menu, this restaurant brings various Japanese and Spanish flavours to life among dazzling, bronzed interiors. 

The wine list is incredibly tempting, with a large selection of whites, reds and oranges. Stylish and contemporary, 68 Shanghai offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere, making it the perfect venue for a casual meal or special occasion.

A cosy wine bar located beneath the arches of Charing Cross, Champagne Charlies specialises in all things British bites and crisp glasses of wine from Davy's Wine Merchants. It's a shoo-in for after work drinks and private events, with a range of dining rooms available for hire and seasonal cuisine in a cool, historic basement setting.

Crispin is a seriously stylish all-day restaurant and bar, found near Spitalfields market and only a few minutes walk from Liverpool Street Station. Housed within a small but perfectly formed asymmetric pavilion, the intimate venue offers a brilliant selection of low-intervention wines from around the world.

In need of the best wine bar in London? 116 Pall Mall is a magnificent Grade I listed venue that's bringing Georgian grandeur to your drinks. Mosey down to the secret cellar Champagne spot, where you'll uncover amazing fizz, one of the city's largest collections of magnums and a seasonal British menu to match.

Within Bleeding Heart, you'll find a fabulous wine bar and grill, which boasts over 400 different types of vino. Get your lips around international and French bottles, both vintage and new, plus pair your tipples with something delicious from the menu of British bites.

Following the success of his hugely popular pop-up and supper clubs, Max Graham brought his Portuguese sharing plates and tapas dishes to a permanent home in the arches of Union Street in Southwark. Not only that, but you can expect the finest wine from the country to accompany, including several bottles of Churchill's Port on offer from the restaurant's family estate. They've been making wine in the Douro Valley for over two centuries, so you're in safe hands.

One of the most romantic wine bars in London? The Amicable Society of Lazy Ballerinas takes the space that was once a historic bank, complete with original marble interiors and imposing ceilings. It's serving a huge selection of wines from all over the world, with over 12 countries' worth stocked up, alongside 20 by the glass.

Love all things Italy? Let Bottles sought you out with over 200 wines from small producers and forgotten grapes, alongside a choice of natural or organic numbers too. But that's not all, as this Spitalfields spot has a family kitchen delving out goodies too.

Found near the south end of Bermondsey Street and its namesake market, 40 Maltby Street is a cosy little space for intimate drinks. Run from the warehouse of Gergovie Wines, the speciality here is pours from France, Italy and Slovenia.

Situated on Blackstock Road in Islington, Top Cuvée is the fourth location from brothers and wine experts Max and Noel Venning, after the success of Bar Three, Three Sheets and Little Mercies. This time they've teamed up with Brodie Meah of Dinner by Heston in Melbourne, aiming to create a Parisian-inspired destination. The intimate space seats just 45 people at a time, with a daily menu of world-class wines to choose from - even giving you the option to take bottles home as well.

While Humble Grape is a mainstay in many different parts of our city, the Islington branch is one of our favourites. Not only is it quite the beauty with pink concrete-look walls and bright seating, but you can choose between 30 wines by the glass or over 400 biodynamic, natural and sustainable bottles.

The first location from the team behind wine and food entertainment magazine, Noble Rot, this wine bar and restaurant is named after their publication and sits on Lamb's Conduit Street - a beloved area dating back to 1701. A wine bar was first opened on this site by a descendent of Admiral Nelson in 1974, but now houses a venue whose drinks offering was named 'Wine List of the Year' at the World Restaurant Awards 2019, plus the National Restaurant Awards in 2020, 2018, 2017 and 2016. Think everything from hidden gem wines by the glass to rare, mature bottles from famous estates, alongside a Franglais food menu to accompany.

Yep, it's that famous London wine bar in a cave you've been gagging to go to for ages. The ultimate romantic spot and busy after-work favourite, it can be found in a candlelit underground space just shy of Charing Cross Station. Established in 1890, it's one of the capital's oldest wine bars, and the Gordon's Wine Bar menu offers vintage sips along with a regularly changing selection of cheese.