Our Team’s 3 Top Picks for Happy Hour in London

Happy hour in London can make a positive impact on your day, especially if you were planning to take the tube during peak times. Of course, back home, these are words that can conjure up feelings of regret or salvation, depending on how your night ends, and the state of your bank balance.

But, when on holidays, seeking out a happy hour in your new location can be the wisest decision on how to start your evenings. With the chance, in many cases, to get your grub on, as well as enjoy some stellar drinks.

London’s vibrant happy hour scene offers an array of delightful experiences for both locals and travelers alike. From trendy rooftop bars to cozy historic pubs, happy hour in London has something for everyone to enjoy.

We are confident that finding a good happy hour in London will lead to some great nights out. After all, there are plenty of great things to do in London at night. Let’s see some places that can make happy hours in London a great experience.

Happy Hour in London beers with friends
Enjoying the happy hour can be a great way to meet new people and start off a great evening. Photo credit: Ani Coloca

Burger and Beyond

We all know its not good to start drinking on an empty stomach, especially if you’re starting early. So, why not get around that by beginning your evening with one of the best burgers in town?

Starting off life as a food truck, the guys from Burgers & Beyond have continued to be in high demand since the switch to brick and mortar restaurants, with a wide array of tasty sides and startes to go with their mouthwatering burgers.

That being said, what really interests us for happy hour in London is their penchant towards tasty cocktails.

Between 17:00 and 19:00 on Monday, through to Thursday, you can select one of their burgers and get a cocktail for a very low price for London. Given how expensive things can be in London, this is a bargain that you just canโ€™t miss.

Burger and a cocktail in London
Enjoying a burger and a cocktail can be a great way to start the happy hour with your stomach full. Photo credit: Rachel Claire

Tabac

Fancy a chic bar with oodles of character and top notch drinks at 50% off?

Well nestled in a quaint corner of North West London, we find Tabac. This old tobaccoist shop is able to transmit a welcoming vibe that makes you feel at home, whether you have come with friends or stopped off on your own.

The happy hour is between 16:00 and 18:00. You can get a selection of seasonal cocktails, as well as your classic Negronis and Amaretto Sours.

Happy hour in London
Discover fantastic cocktails in London. Photo credit: Adam Jaime

Barrio

If you are looking for a happy hour in London with an emphasis on the happy, look no further than Barrio.

Barrio leans into its Latin influence with a drinks menu heavy on rum and tequila based cocktails, along with a selection of tacos, nachos and other bites.

One thing you can bank on with Barrio is a cracking atmosphere, helped by their extensive happy hour. Here you can take advantage of cocktails at two for the price of one, have a bottle of prosecco, and more, from 18:00 until 21:00.

Happy hour runs from Sunday to Friday, depending on the location. Scattered in various areas in the city, this is definitely one place to enjoy a great happy hour in London.

Insider’s Tip: If you’re feeling a bit hungover the next day, you may want to check out their bottomless brunch.

Cocktails and tacos in London
Enjoy tequila-based cocktails, delicious Latin food, and more. Photo credit: Deeliver

Why limit yourself to just one happy hour spot when you can really learn how the locals get down on a Devour tour? Our Tastes, Tales & Traditional Ales: Food Tour of London’s Historic Pubs is able to give you real insight into the pub scene here in London, as well as taking you through 2000 years of the cityโ€™s history. Find out more on how to to savor the diverse flavors of London while raising a glass to its fascinating past with an expert guide.