Archer Street Bars
Make your way over to Archer Street Soho for a bunch of brilliant bottomless brunches. Whether you want an evening filled with musical theatre or have a love for all things Disney, you'll also get to enjoy pizza, fizz and beer.
Nestled in the West End, it's a hubbub of theatrical wonderlands, incredible bars and excellent food. You'll certainly find no shortage of activities, the only problem? Filtering through all of them to find the crème de la crème. We've done the legwork for you and rounded up the best things to do in Soho here, ranging from quirky arcade haunts to snazzy cabaret caverns.
Last edited by Kiera Chapman
Last updated on 21st November 2024
Make your way over to Archer Street Soho for a bunch of brilliant bottomless brunches. Whether you want an evening filled with musical theatre or have a love for all things Disney, you'll also get to enjoy pizza, fizz and beer.
@ Mr Fogg's Hat Tavern & Gin Club on Saturday 23rd November 2024 and 51 other Saturdays
In the heart of Soho, there is an eclectic haunt decked out with living room lamps and 19th-century trinkets, and it just so happens to be hosting a fabulous tasting experience. For £58 per person, Mr Fogg's Victorian Gin Sip promises an immersive tasting experience like no other, with a complimentary G&T, two bespoke tipples, a cocktail masterclass and of course, delicious nibbles, plus so much more.
Embodying the rollicking house party spirit, The Little Scarlet Door is an award-winning haunt, and for good reason. Located on the ever-popular Greek Street, it really is as chic as can be, with unique trinkets, snazzy armchairs and cocktails served in disco balls.
Taking place at Haymarket Hotel and Ham Yard respectively, Firmdale Hotels' floating HIIT classes and rooftop yoga are a great way to enjoy your time in Soho. Better yet? Both these things to do come with brunch to refuel afterwards.
@ Simmons Soho on Every Saturday
Every single Saturday, Simmons on Bateman Street are offering two whole hours of bottomless prosecco and cocktail teapots for only £25 per person. There'll be live DJs playing all the best party anthems while you're there, and anyone who purchases the bottomless package gets to enjoy happy hour prices all night long too.
Found behind a secret door in Soho, Opium is an elegant cocktail bar inspired by the 1920s - flaunting sultry red interiors and a menu of creative concoctions. Perfect for date night and group outings, there are some fun events on the cards as well.
Take part in tastings of all your favourite drinks, including rum, whisky and sake. These sessions are led by expert guides, teaching you more about the tasty tipples on offer, and you'll receive 20% off your bill afterwards too.
For a totally unique nightclub experience, it has to be Cirque le Soir. What to expect? Fire eaters, snake charmers and circus performers. It's undeniably one of the most unusual things to do in Soho and is perfect for big groups, as well as intimate dates.
Found just a short walk from Soho, Flight Club is a fantastic activity bar that's home to its signature, jazzed-up version of darts. Even better, it's taking your mid-morning meal up a notch with its bottomless brunch that showcases unlimited slices of pizza and free-flowing prosecco.
Arcade games and themed cocktails are the name of the game over at NQ64. As one of the best things to do in Soho for couples, this neon-splattered hangout boasts a range of retro machines and classic consoles for a quirky date night to remember.
Get ready to groove with Live Music @ The Roxy. They've got all the good stuff - blues, funk, reggae, and soul to lift your spirits. Gather your squad, grab a couple of cocktails, and get set for a rocking good time. Tickets kick off at £19 and come with cool perks like a bottle of wine, sharing platters, and popcorn.
@ Freemasons Arms on Various dates from Friday 22nd November 2024
Ditch your boring ol' plans with a trip to The Covent Garden Comedy Club. This popular event will be taking place at the best-loved boozer to celebrate its 21st year. So, expect around 3 to 4 stars at every show. You don't need to ask us twice.
Soho Zebrano is a haven for fun goings-on, showcasing a range of events that are sure to keep you on your toes. From The Soho Comedy Revue (with off-the-telly stand-ups) to drag and cocktail-making bottomless brunches, there's a lot to sink your teeth into.
On the hunt for the best bars in Soho? Following the steps of its ever-popular counterpart, Nightjar totes a slinky speakeasy vibe, with 1920s Art Deco decor and a legendary lineup of live jazz. Venture over to click your fingers to snazzy tunes while sipping lip-smacking cocktails.
While also renowned for being a raucous club, The Roxy has more to offer than just wild nights out. Not only can you get down low to the best in hip hop and RnB 'til the early hours and attend over 30s daytime raves, but also have the chance to meet that special someone with speed dating every Tuesday.
@ Marquis Of Granby on Every Saturday
This Drag Queen Disco Diva Walking Tour takes you through the iconic streets of Soho and China Town. Not only will you get to discover famous sites (such as where Cher once had a dodgy kebab that did her dirty), but also the chance to strut and dance your heart out.
Having won Entertainment Club of the Year in the Club Awards, you can be sure that The Phoenix Arts Club promises a great night out. This Soho venue is known for live music, and it hosts a regular lineup of events like musical theatre open mic nights, karaoke sessions, showtune performances and even drag bingo brunches - with some tickets starting from as little as £5 per person.
Found on Oxford Street, Escape Hunt London has you cracking clues and solving puzzles in an immersive space, all while against the clock. Choose between Doctor Who, Aladdin, Atlantis, Alice In Wonderland and more themes besides for your fun session.
Salsa! Soho is bringing a slice of South America to the West End, featuring killer cocktails, top-notch grub and banging bottomless brunches. If you head along to one of its Bailando Thursdays, you'll also be privy to a wicked salsa class that's ideal for all levels.
@ Barrio Soho on Saturday 23rd November 2024 and 17 other Saturdays
Get ready to twerk your heart out and tantalise your taste buds with banging grub, because Barrio Soho's Cardi B-inspired brunch is going to be wicked. Pop along to the quirky spot to enjoy performances from MINX, non-stop RnB tunes and bottomless booze.
For a night out that's bound to have you in fits of laughter, Rats Chaotic Comedy Club is a wild performance that's been around for eight whole years. You'll find them at Barrio in Soho every Tuesday, showcasing ten brilliant comics who are battling it out for the coveted crown. Expect a mix of emerging and established performers, with no two weeks the same.
Warm up those pipes of yours, as it's time to crack on with a bottomless karaoke brunch. Lucky Voice Soho is the ideal spot to let your hair down, toting private rooms so you can sing along with your mates to more than 12,000 different tunes. To fuel you through? Tasty pizzas and unlimited bubbles or cocktails. But if you fancy a more laidback affair, you can hire their exclusive spaces any day of the week.
Discounts available on certain events
Agency Unknown's Musical Bingo has landed in Soho, setting up shop in the delightful garden of a Grade I Listed Georgian building. Each round has a fun theme, with dance-offs, prizes and challenges to boot.
You'll find Glitter & Titter Cabaret at The Albany on Great Portland Street, promising a wild night full of fun goings-on. They're bringing all the best new talent to the stage, from burlesque performers to emerging comedians and glamourous drag artists. You can also enjoy a range of tasty food and drink from the bar, with tickets starting from only £10 per person.
@ The Blue Posts on Various dates from Thursday 21st November 2024
Taking place across venues The Blue Posts and Louche, Soho Comedy Factory is one of the funniest, and most affordable, comedy nights around. Previous acts have appeared on Live at the Apollo, Taskmaster, Mock the Week and more, so you're guaranteed to see some hilarious performers here. Tickets start from just £5 per person, promising two hours of side-splitting routines.
@ Lyric Theatre on Various dates from Thursday 21st November 2024
Taking place at The Lyric Theatre, Hadestown takes you on a journey into the underworld and tells the story of two intertwining love stories, that of Orpheus and Eurydice and King Hades and his wife Persephone. Snap up tickets to the acclaimed Broadway musical phenomenon by singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and director Rachel Chavkin now and see why it's the winner of 8 Tony Awards® including Best Musical and the Grammy Award® for Best Musical Theatre Album.
@ 59 Greek Street on Monday 9th December 2024 and 3 other dates
How about swapping spreadsheets for snowballs this holiday season? The Pepsi Max Of-Fizz Snowball Fight pop-up is bringing festive cheer to 59 Greek Street from the 9th to the 12th of December, with free tickets waiting for you.
Immerse yourself in shuffleboard, brave The Snowstorm Cupboard, and dominate The Office Snowdown, silencing work calls in record time. This is your sign to log off and let the holiday vibes take over.
@ HERE on Saturday 7th and Friday 20th December 2024
Bongo's Bingo Soho is making sure you can get your fix of mad bingo sessions that take it up a gear from just the game itself. These are whole shows with rave intervals, dance-offs and audience participation via challenges - meaning there are loads of opportunities to grab prizes.
Tickets start at only £16, and of course each event gives you the chance to win prizes that make the price even more of a bargain. Think karaoke machines, giant stuffed toys, Henry Hoovers and more.