It has been scientifically proven that being around plants improves your wellbeing, so what about if you drink while being around plants? From secret gardens where botanical cocktails reign supreme to bars with their own flower shops, there's no shortage of greenery in the big smog that we call London. Check out our recommendations for the best bars for plant lovers in London and get your foliage fix.
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Last updated on 27th September 2024
If you're a plant-lover, then botanical-decked outdoor bar, The Hawk's Nest, is bound to hit the spot. Tucked away in Shepherd's Bush Market, this cool spot is fronting everything from affordable cocktails, pints and sourdough pizzas, to live music or quizzes for entertainment.
Head to Knightsbridge's hidden gem The Hari Hotel and Bar Terrace. Not only is there a gorgeous outdoor dining space but there's also a fabulous food and drink menu. Sip on their extensive list of creative cocktails while taking in the gorgeous scenery.
Home Marylebone is decked head to toe in flowers and hanging plants, from ribbons wrapped around its exterior to plenty dangling from the ceiling of the main bar area. If you're one for a spot of greenery then this drinking and eating destination is the place for you. On the menu, you can expect to tuck into healthy salads, pizzas and small plates, all washed down with signature cocktails such as a Lavender Gin Martini or an Espresso Tequilatini.
You only have to look up at Ping Pong in Southbank to get your fill of flora. With a ceiling covered in hanging flowers, Ping Pong makes for a perfect escape from the harsh lines of the city. Plus, they do great dim sum and cocktails too.
14 Hills has been coined as 'the forest in the sky' so of course it makes our list of unmissable plant filled bars. Perfectly perched in the heart of Fenchurch Street, this beautiful bar and restaurant with plants in London showcases British cuisine with French flair and delicious signature cocktails.
East London has its fair share of great cocktail joints, but few as green as NT's. Not only has this beautiful bar in Hackney decked out its interiors with potted plants and plenty of low hanging leaves, but the outdoor terrace is made up of palm trees and plants soaking up the sunlight.
Heist Bank are proud of their pizzas and they're a dab hand when it comes to craft beer, but they also have a hideaway that's filled with plants. Coming at you with not only green gifts dotted about the space, this plant filled London bar also has its own florist.
With a simple design and a clear ethic, it's plants that keep Bourne and Hollingsworth Buildings up there with some of the prettiest restaurant bars in the business. From the greenhouse flush with foliage to the leaf print furniture, you'll soak up the greenery, no doubt.
Situated in the heart of Clerkenwell, The Street Easy is a brilliant boozer for lush foliage and a pretty backdrop. Gawk at the gorgeous hanging plants while sipping a margarita and chowing down on lip-smacking crab burgers.
Mare Street Market could double up as a plant shop with its huge selection of fauna. Not far from plenty of East London plant shops, the venue is open all day, serving fresh pizza, freshly brewed coffee, signature cocktails, local craft beer and delicious street food.
You need only scoot your way into the garden at The Exhibit for something of a plant lovers paradise. From hanging planters down to their plant-friendly menu of seasonal door and drink, this South London bar is coming at you with all that's good and green.
Kindred is a beautiful plant-filled restaurant and bar in Hammersmith. Along with live music nights and tasty cocktails, this floral spot has a beer garden and offers up a range of tasty dinner bites and a bottomless brunch menu.
From sprawling plant installations to hanging greenery and flowery accents, this City restaurant has gone full bloom. Make your way to The Wren Tavern to see the pretty foliage for yourself while tucking into a delightful menu of classic cocktails and tasty internationally-inspired bites.
STEM + STEM is a unique restaurant in the sense that it doubles up as a florist and a wine bar. Adorned with leafy foliage and featuring contemporary decor in the form of white marble tables and sleek tiles, it's the perfect place to dine if you're a fan of flowers. Plus, the menu is made up of locally sourced British ingredients and features tempting plates like tempura stuffed courgette served with goat's curd and English honey, seabream tartar with a smoked eel emulsion, and Scottish mussels alongside charred squid.
Located just a stone's throw from Stoke Newington train station, Birdcage Stoke Newington is a bright and airy modern pub licensed in 1752 with high ceilings, stunning windows, and a central island bar made from marble. The fresh decor, leather booths, and industrial-style light cages are softened by an abundance of trailing ivy and hanging plants. On the menu? This boozer offers exceptional craft beer, traditional pub grub, and a selection of cocktails catering to every mood and craving.
It's known the world over and has become more than just a tourist attraction, but that's not all Sky Garden can muster. Boasting an indoor garden to die for, indulge in palm trees, leaves and exotic greenery, this sky-high bar promises stunning cocktails among the foliage.
While it's the gorgeous botanical interiors that lure people in (we're talking dangling foliage, huge indoor plants and vibrant wallpaper), it's Andrea's menu of tapas that has them staying for hours. Join the City of London hotspot for sirloin with chimichurri as well as seabass ceviche. Find them in Adams Court and Ludgate Hill.
If you love pops of green and botanical-inspired décor, then Bussey Rooftop Bar is a brilliant spot to head to. Enjoy snapping some Insta-worthy pics while enjoying scrumptious pizzas and slinging back classic cocktails.
The Listing Bar is ideal for London plant lovers, as it's the place in the City where lots of foliage combines with huge windows for a sleek, airy look. Better yet, you can sip through a menu of cocktails that'll easily wash down brunch plates and hearty mains from the all-day menu.
This is one of the best hidden gems in Kennington, and the garden is no eyesore either. Full of foliage and greenery, this bar for London's plant lovers is a must for summertime tipples outside as you soak up all the rays, Vitamin D and flora that this space can muster.
Munch on Mediterranean small plates and authentic Italian pizzas under a ceiling covered in hanging plants and pretty lighting. Fare Restaurant and Bar is a picturesque destination in Clerkenwell, split over two floors with an alfresco dining area to boot.
If you're looking for a leafy paradise in London, then Pergola on The Wharf ticks all the boxes. It's found nestled among the greenery of the idyllic gardens above Crossrail Place, fronting a terrace with sweeping views from the rooftop perch.
Sushisamba is a Covent Garden restaurant and bar serving a blend of Japanese, Brazilian and Peruvian dishes with a botanical backdrop. To match the pretty floral interiors? The venue offers equally exquisite plates and signature sips to round off the exclusive experience.
Fancy the idea of dining in a greenhouse? Plant lovers will surely jump at the chance to do just that at The Culpeper. This Brick Lane bar is filled with foliage throughout the venue, with a dedicated rooftop garden that doubles as a working farm for cocktails and homemade dishes.
If you're a plant lover looking for a pretty outside space to relax and take a few pictures, Dalloway Terrace is the floral bar for you. Offering its guests the chance to drink and dine against a backdrop of lush botanicals, this Fitzrovia beaut is not to be missed.
Located high above East London, Seabird is a rooftop restaurant and bar within The Hoxton hotel. Providing a pretty space for indulging on seafood and signature cocktails, the venue is made up of lush botanicals, indoor foliage and impressive views of the surrounding city.
