Top Places To Take Your Boyfriend

Maybe you're looking to mix up the date night game? Maybe you're looking for where to take your boyfriend for his birthday? Maybe you'd just like to do something other than drag him to places that you like? Either way, we've rounded up a whole host of excellent bars, experiences and activities to make your next couples time more about your man. From craft beer brewery tours, to immersive dining and actual go-karting, these are our pics for the top places to take your boyfriend in London. 

Last edited by Kiera Chapman

Last updated on 10th December 2024




Ale Hunters

If your other half is a bit of a hop-head, then he's going to love Ale Hunters' fabulous range of events. Whether it's an East End brewery tour at Bethnal Green station or some tastings at some of the best literary pubs in Soho, these activities won't fail to impress the boyfriend.

Avora: A New-World Cocktail Experience

@ Roscorp Laboratories on Various dates from Wednesday 25th December 2024

For a quirky date night like no other, make your way to Avora - the immersive experience in Hoxton created by the team behind both Alcotraz and Moonshine Saloon. You'll begin at Roscorp Laboratory, where you can don purpose-built jumpsuits and sip on a mesmerising colour-changing cocktail, followed by two more drinks on your journey. Make your way through Insta-worthy bioluminescent woodlands and complete a series of missions together, engaging with interactive actors throughout.

Fabal Beerhall

FABAL Beerhall can be found in Bermondsey Beer Mile and is a fantastic place to take your boyfriend if he's into all things lager. 'Fabal' means craftsperson and that's exactly what you'll find here: some of the best English craft lagers. Nestled under the arches with strings of fairy lights, 120 seats and an outdoor area, it's the perfect place for a pint. 

The Moth Club

An ex-servicemen's members club in the heart of Hackney, this unique bar and events space has always got something on for those who run with a creative crowd. From live podcast recordings and comedy, to niche club nights and live music from some of the alternative scene's biggest names.

Lowlander Tastings

If your other half is a big beer fan, then take him to one of Lowlander's tastings in Covent Garden. This welcoming venue hosts a different themed event every few weeks, ranging from modern craft brews to world IPAs. For as little as £45 per person, you can try some of the best brews from top Belgian breweries while learning all about the history of the drinks, and some sessions even include cheese pairings as well.

3 Locks Brewing Company - Brewery tours and tastings

@ 3 Locks Brewery on Various dates from Friday 27th December 2024

If your boyfriend is a beer lover then he'll be up for expanding his knowledge and palate with a trip to 3 Locks Brewing Company in Camden for a guided tour and tasting. Tickets are £25 per person and include an extra 10% off to spend on your new favourite afterwards. Expect to get your lips around six signature sips, as well as a complimentary drink on arrival, plus a pit stop pint in the brewhouse. There's even a chance to guzzle straight from the tank.

The Five Points Brewing Co

If your boyfriend is a beer lover, he'll absolutely adore the events The Five Points Brewing Company has to offer. Along with an awesome tasting and taproom tour, you two can head to the Pembury Tavern for a charity comedy show.

LONDON WING FEST 2025

@ London Stadium, on Friday 25th July 2025 and 2 other dates

Get ready for the ultimate chicken wing celebration at London Wing Fest 2025. This extravaganza is a paradise for poultry enthusiasts, featuring the best wings from across the UK, exciting competitions like the wing-eating challenge, and mouthwatering cooking demos by top BBQ chefs.

Add live music and axe-throwing to the mix, and you've got an unforgettable weekend from Friday the 25th of July to Sunday the 27th. Grab your tickets now for a signature trucker hat or bag a VIP affair to secure table service and 20 wings from different traders as well as seven drinks tokens. 

Gosnells Of London

From the Bermondsey taproom to the Peckham meadery, Gosnells of London has plenty to explore across its two locations. Think tours, tastings, brewing workshops and more to keep the special man in your life entertained.

Events at Gipsy Hill Brewery

If your other half is a beer lover, he'll thank you for taking him on one of the fascinating Gipsy Hill Brewery Tours, available every Sunday. You'll kick off with a guided walkthrough of the process by one of the experts, before tasting six different concoctions in the taproom. It's also home to an array of pop-up events from food to vinyl. But that's not all, as this joint also hosts a weekly quiz every Wednesday that are sure to test your knowledge.