Contemporary BarLate Night
Bar Story
£££·Clapham Old Town
Stylish late night bar with creative cocktails and modern small plates menu. Popular with young professionals for after-work drinks and weekend celebrations with DJ sets.
Bars
Cocktail bars, wine bars, and the best places to drink
Bar Story
£££·Clapham Old Town
Cocktail BarSpeakeasy Style
Batch & Co
£££·Clapham Junction
A hidden speakeasy-style cocktail bar accessible through an unmarked door off the main street. Specializes in prohibition-era cocktails and rare spirits with live jazz on weekends.
Cocktail BarCraft Cocktails
Clapham North
£££·Clapham Old Town
A sophisticated cocktail lounge specializing in creative mixology with locally sourced ingredients. The intimate space features exposed brick walls and candlelit tables perfect for date nights.
Beer BarCraft Beer Specialists
Craft Beer Co. Clapham
££·Clapham Junction
Dedicated craft beer bar with over 30 taps featuring rotating selection of British and international brews. Offers beer flights, expert recommendations, and casual pub food to complement the drinks.
Cocktail BarVodka Bar
Revolution Clapham Junction
££·Clapham Junction
Vibrant cocktail bar and restaurant known for its extensive vodka collection and colorful Eastern European inspired cocktails. Popular for group celebrations and weekend nights with DJ sets.
Wine BarNatural Wines
The Abbeville
£££·Abbeville Village
An elegant wine bar focusing on natural and organic wines from small European producers. The cozy venue offers cheese and charcuterie boards alongside an ever-changing selection of wines by the glass.
Local PubCommunity Hub
The Abbeville Arms
££·Abbeville Village
Friendly neighborhood pub serving as the heart of Abbeville Village with regular quiz nights and local events. Known for its welcoming atmosphere, decent beer selection, and role in community life.
Craft Beer BarLocal Brewery
The Beehive
££·Lavender Hill
A modern craft beer venue showcasing London breweries alongside international selections. Features industrial decor with communal tables and regularly hosts tap takeovers and brewery collaborations.
Traditional PubReal Ale
The Dog & Fox
££·Battersea
A classic London pub serving traditional real ales and hearty British food in a Victorian setting. Features original tilework, a working fireplace, and a loyal local following built over generations.
Modern BritishCraft Cocktails
The Exhibit
£££·Clapham Junction
Contemporary bar and restaurant known for its innovative cocktail menu and seasonal British dishes. Popular with young professionals and weekend diners seeking quality food in a relaxed atmosphere.
Cocktail LoungeRooftop Views
The Loft
£££·Battersea
Upscale cocktail lounge with panoramic views across London and sophisticated drink menu. Features premium spirits, expertly crafted cocktails, and elegant atmosphere perfect for special occasions.
GastropubSunday Roasts
The Manor Arms
£££·Clapham Common
An upscale gastropub known for exceptional Sunday roasts and modern British cuisine. The elegant interior combines contemporary design with traditional pub elements.
Traditional PubHistoric Venue
The Plough
££·Clapham Common
Historic pub dating back to the 18th century with original features, real ales, and classic British pub atmosphere. Maintains traditional character while serving quality food and hosting local community events.
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PubProper Local
The Railway Clapham
££·Clapham High Street·Clapham North
A proper Clapham pub with a solid beer selection, reasonable prices, and the kind of unpretentious atmosphere that the High Street sometimes lacks. Live sport, pub quiz, and a good crowd.
GastropubSunday Roasts
The Windmill on the Common
££·Clapham Common
Traditional Victorian pub overlooking Clapham Common with excellent Sunday roasts and British classics. Known for its cozy interior, real ales, and prime location for post-walk refreshments.
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Fun CocktailsParty Vibes
Adventure Bar
££·Clapham High Street·Clapham North
A lively cocktail bar on Clapham High Street where the drinks are colourful, the music is loud, and nobody takes themselves too seriously. Bottomless brunch here is a Clapham rite of passage.
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Craft Beer & PizzaRailway Arch Bar
Arch 13
££·Clapham North·Clapham North
A buzzy railway arch bar near Clapham North with an excellent rotating craft beer selection and proper wood-fired pizza. The kind of place that proves the best things happen under railway arches.
CocktailsClapham's Best Cocktails
Aquum
£££·Clapham High Street·Clapham North
A sleek cocktail bar that feels like it's been teleported from Mayfair to SW4. Inventive, beautifully presented drinks in a stylish space that elevates the Clapham High Street scene.
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PubCommon-Side Classic
The Prince of Wales
££·Old Town·Clapham Common
The pub on the corner of the Common that becomes Clapham's unofficial beer garden every summer. Solid pub food, decent pints, and a terrace that catches the afternoon sun perfectly.
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GastropubCraft Beer
The Railway
££·Clapham High Street·Clapham North
A stalwart of the Clapham pub scene with an excellent rotating craft beer selection and above-average pub food. The upstairs function room hosts regular comedy and live music nights.
Cocktails & ClubLate Night
Lost Society
£££·Wandsworth Road·Clapham North
Part cocktail bar, part late-night haunt, Lost Society occupies a beautiful double-fronted space and serves inventive drinks to a well-dressed Clapham crowd. Gets lively after 10pm.
Community PubWorkers' Co-op
Bread & Roses
£·Clapham Manor Street·Clapham North
A workers' cooperative pub with a political soul and a warm heart. Real ales, live music, comedy nights, and a genuine community spirit that makes it one of Clapham's most unique drinking spots.
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PubHidden Gem
The Bobbin
£·Lillieshall Road·Clapham Common
A proper local tucked away on a residential street, beloved by those who know it. No pretension, just good beer, a decent jukebox, and the kind of friendly atmosphere that chains cannot replicate.
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CocktailsNeighbourhood Bar
Clapham North Bar
££·Clapham High Street·Clapham North
A reliable cocktail spot on the High Street that does the basics very well. Good music, friendly staff, and drinks that won't break the bank. A solid pre-dinner or late-night option.