Birthday Drinks in London

There's surely nowhere better to celebrate a birthday than in London. The capital is bursting at the seams with quirky, vibrant and compelling hangouts at which to enjoy a few birthday drinks with your mates. Check out our selection of best places to go for birthday drinks in London, and find your ideal place to celebrate today!

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Last updated on 20th March 2025



BrewDog - Bars

If you're looking for some fine brews and great burgers, head to BrewDog where their London bars serve fresh pints and American bites. The bars have popped up across London, each with a different theme, from vegan-dedicated Dalston to cryptocurrency Canary Wharf.

28-50 By Night

If you're after a top-notch spot for birthday bevvies, then head along to 28-50 By Night. Located in Marylebone, this fabulous venue whips up a glorious range of bespoke concoctions and high-quality tipples in its 1920s-themed space. Fancy having a dance? It has live jazz music for that.

Dirty Martini - Bars

No birthday is complete without a few cocktails, and Dirty Martini sure can deliver on that front. Fuel your celebrations with expertly crafted sips, from the classics to more quirky concoctions. An epic pop playlist will be keeping you on your feet, while the affordable drinks keep you from spending a bomb. 

Sama Bankside

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Steak & Wine Wednesdays and 2 other offers

Head to Waterloo to discover Sama Bankside, a trendy venue that promises a late-night bar, restaurant and party hotspot all in one. It's a dome-shaped space that's decked out in exposed brick walls, plush velvet booths and quirky, colourful artwork, with multiple private hire rooms for an exclusive event.

Their extensive drinks menu features all kinds of creative cocktails such as a stormy mojito or the Espresso Royale, as well as all the classics. And if you're hungry, they've got tasty pizzas and small plates up for grabs as well.

Exale Brewery

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Pints for £4 on selected beers. Thursdays and Sundays (not bank hols or match days) and 2 other offers

The perfect place to get the gang together for a birthday celebration, this Walthamstow brewery is turning up the goods with plenty of space to fit your friends, as well as 10 taps of gorgeous craft beer. Home to Exale brewing, you'll find quality pints, cocktails and live DJs - truly the ultimate birthday combo.

Shanghai Cocktail Lounge

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If you want to celebrate your birthday in style then head on over to this pretty place. At Shanghai Cocktail Lounge, modern meets tradition in the heart of Spitalfields. This trendy restaurant offers an elevated take on traditional dishes, combining fresh ingredients and bold flavours to create a menu that's both authentic and innovative.

Drinks-wise, you'll find a bespoke menu packed with tempting cocktails like cocoa nib-infused whiskey-based Guangdong Espressini, alongside a selection of wines and beers. 

The Alchemist - Bars

The Alchemist across the likes of Shoreditch and Victoria is a great place for birthday drinks and brings science to the shaker, delivering cocktails that fizz, bubble, and smoke in a space that's as stylish as it is atmospheric.

Try the sweet-meets-sour magic of Bubble Bath or the bold flavours of Caramelised Jungle Bird, and prepare to be amazed. With its dim lighting, metallic details, and lively vibe, this is the ultimate spot to sip on artfully crafted drinks and soak in the city's creative spirit.

The Cocktail Club - Various Sites

If you're one of those who can't resist the lure of a quirky drink, then these cool venues are perfect. The Cocktail Club are the kings of signature concoctions and have a whole host of great tasting tipples for you to sample on your big day.

Tequila Mockingbird - Various Sites

Gather the gang together for a night of drinking, dancing and debauchery at Tequila Mockingbird. Their menu has all the classics and a couple of contemporary cocktails on offer and, come the weekend, the bar transforms into a party spot, playing tunes 'til the early hours.

Little Bat

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Borrowing its name from the Mad Hatter's poem, expect Alice in Wonderland-themed quirks from Islington's latest neighbourhood cocktail bar. Brought to us by the team behind Callooh Callay you can expect nothing but the finest cocktail creations, with cosy vibes and friendly staff to round things off. An absolute must-try if you're seeking something a little different in one of north London's most popular nightlife neighbourhoods.

Bar Soho

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🍔 Burger & A Drink From £13 🍔

With DJ nights 7 days a week attracting a buzzing crowd, there's every reason to add this bar to the list of venue's to visit on your birthday. You can't get much more central than Bar Soho, making it ideal to both stop by for a birthday drink early in the piece or to finish proceedings later on. Entry on Friday and Saturday is free before 11pm for DesignMyNight customers!

Be At One - Bars

Scooting down South for birthday drinks in London and simply stumped for ideas? No more we tell you, no more. One of the most fun bar groups in the city and heralded for their booming atmosphere, join Be At One Battersea for a teasing roster of cocktails alongside some of the best happy hours in the business. There's also an array of vibrant outposts across the likes of Clapham, Soho and Richmond, too. 

Thirst Soho

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Stupid Hour and 1 other offer

If you're looking for somewhere to have a couple of birthday drinks in the heart of London, hit up Thirst. This Soho haunt is a glamourous destination that makes for a great photo, thanks to its disco balls, lava-looking walls and lush leather booths. Stay upstairs for a sophisticated sip of a margarita or bramble, then head downstairs to the basement club where DJs will be spinning the hottest tunes. 

Dream Bags Jaguar Shoes

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As the name might indicate, this bar has quirky-cool written all over and so makes for an unforgettable evening - perfect for birthday parties. Regularly altering its artistic interiors, Dream Bags Jaguar Shoes comes up with the most fun and inventive themes, generating a mad and memorable atmosphere to celebrate your new number. Experimental tipples to a toy-plane dance-floor, you'll no doubt have a brilliantly bizarre bday here!

Colour Factory

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Looking for somewhere perfect for birthday drinks? Colour Factory has got you covered with its south-facing terrace only a moment's away from Hackney Wick station. It's a great shout if you're seeking a spacious spot complete with greenery, views and a laid-back atmosphere. The bar has mixologists on hand to whip up delicious cocktails, and you'll also find plenty of craft beer and Aperol spritzes.

Simmons

Wondering where to hit up for birthday drinks in the city? How about one of these award-winning bars across the likes of Tottenham Court Road, Putney and Oxford Street (the latter of which has a karaoke booth). There's a reason Simmons is award-winning and its not just because of its incredible happy hour where you can bag 2-4-1 tipples from 4pm 'til 9pm, Friday to Sunday. Bask in neon decor and make the most of adorable cocktails like the signature vodka-based Gummy Bear or an espresso martini. 

BÓHA London

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Looking for the perfect venue for birthday drinks? Celebrate in style at BÓHA London, where great vibes, stunning cocktails, and a sophisticated atmosphere come together to create the ideal birthday celebration.

Whether you're hosting an intimate gathering or a night out with a few close friends, the team there will make sure your special day is nothing short of extraordinary. With an impressive cocktail menu downstairs in its 1920s-style speakeasy, delicious bites, and a modern, chic setting, this is the perfect spot to raise a glass and toast to another fabulous year.

Dolce London

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London bars for your birthday drinks don't get much better than luxe drinking den Dolce, which is also a cool nightclub too. Expect table bookings, hip hop, RnB, e-shisha and plenty of cocktails to keep you going through the night.