Best Bars And Restaurants With Outdoor Heaters In London

The capital is coming in strong when it comes to alfresco dining venues. With everything from riverside eateries to quirky neighbourhood spots and rooftop gems that promise to keep you toasty this season, there's plenty to choose from. See for yourself with our guide to the best restaurants with outdoor heaters in London. Now, all you need to do is gather your pals.

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Last updated on 6th December 2024




Colour Factory

You'll find the iconic music venue, bar and eatery Colour Factory only a moment's walk from Hackney Wick station, fronting a south-facing terrace that's heated in cooler months. This is the ideal spot for sips with friends, and the food vendors are hard to resist too. Tuck into the likes of juicy patties from Burger & Chop and all things Greek courtesy of Pittagoras.

Prince of Wales

Found yourself south of the river? Then you've got to make a pitstop at Prince of Wales, where the heated terrace space is a cosy retreat for drinking and dining. Offering a hearty menu of gastro grub, this Putney pub is keeping you well fed and watered even if temperatures drop. 

Bird House Brewery

Tucked away under the arches of Herne Hill, Birdhouse Brewery is a relaxed venue with a huge outdoor area - covered and heated for use all year round. You can enjoy crisp, fresh beers from the taproom, alongside cocktails, wines and bar snacks.

There are also a number of regular events to enjoy here, including DJ sets on Friday and Saturday nights. Plus, you can hire the venue out for large groups.

The Admiral Codrington

Located in Chelsea, The Admiral Codrington is ideal for outdoor dining all year round. Their heated terrace is decked out in floral decor, comfy benches and wooden picnic tables, the perfect place to sip on guest ales and all kinds of cocktails. The menu here is equally impressive, featuring aubergine and chickpea curry, fish finger sandwiches, mussels cooked in cider and so much more.

Red Lion, Barnes

If you're keen to relax alfresco at the pub but the weather isn't on your side, then head to the Red Lion in Barnes and revel in its vibrant terrace, equipped with an outdoor heater. This characterful spot is a hit with locals and visitors alike, boasting quirky interiors like large stained glass windows and a menu that'll make your tummy rumble upon first glance. Think Cumberland sausages, beer-battered haddock and more.

Barrio - Bars

With fruity cocktails, vibrant interiors - and exteriors for that matter - and South American nosh, Barrio is transporting you away from the streets of London. Gather the gang and revel in the summertime tunes over a bottomless brunch.

Oasis Bar & Terrace

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Did someone say super cute rooftop bar with an outdoor heater? Located slap bang in the middle of the skyscraper district that is Canary Wharf? Oasis Terrace & Bar most certainly did. Home to 360-degree views of Canada Square Park and an 18-metre-long bar, it's the perfect place to get cosy once the evening temperatures drop. Look forward to a wide range of beers, plus signature tipples like the Desert Spring Spritz, made with gin and prosecco, or the Mystic Mezcal Mule.

The Brush

Nestled in the heart of Hoxton, The Brush's heated terrace transports you to a cosy European café setting, perfect for winter dining. This season, the exclusive terrace menu celebrates Alpine flavours with dishes like raclette on toast - featuring Cumbria air-dried ham, plum tomato, and pickled cucumber on rosemary focaccia, and cheese fondue, a melt-in-your-mouth mix of aged cheddar, comté, and emmental, served with radish, heritage carrots, croûtes, and charred rib-eye.

Round off the meal with a delicious chocolate fondue, where you can dip homemade waffles and fresh fruit into rich Valrhona 55 chocolate. For drinks, warm up with a selection of winter cocktails such as the nutty Hazel-Nog, a spiced Spiced Toddy, or a comforting mulled wine, all infused with The Brush's signature spice mix.

J Sheekey

A beloved West End seafood eatery, J Sheekey is bringing out the big guns this winter. The iconic establishment will be adding outdoor heaters to its pretty terrace and a few hot tipples to the cocktail menu for extra measure. After all, nothing keeps you toasty like a liquor jacket... 

Pastaio

Nestled within Westfield, Pastaio are bringing you weekly deals on their extensive outdoor terrace. Their Infinity Pasta night is not one to be missed; offering diners a glass of Aperol Spritz and unlimited plates of the Italian classic for just £25 every Thursday.