Members clubs, nightclubs, and late-night venues
A gritty basement club that's become legendary for its uncompromising approach to electronic music and live performances. The intimate space hosts cutting-edge DJs and experimental acts that push boundaries and challenge expectations. This is where East London's music underground comes to sweat, dance, and discover sounds they won't hear anywhere else.
A sophisticated cocktail bar hidden within the bustling Spitalfields Market area, offering expertly crafted drinks in an intimate setting. The bartenders treat cocktail-making as high art, creating both classic and innovative drinks with precision and flair. The atmosphere strikes a perfect balance between refined and relaxed, making it ideal for both first dates and celebrations.
A former working men's club turned intimate music venue that champions emerging artists and underground sounds. The art deco interior and exceptional acoustics create an atmosphere that's both nostalgic and cutting-edge. This is where music obsessives come to discover the next big thing before anyone else catches on.
A sophisticated wine bar that brings serious oenophile credentials to East London's drinking scene. The constantly rotating selection of natural and biodynamic wines attracts both industry professionals and curious amateurs. Small plates are designed specifically to complement the impressive wine list, creating perfect pairings that elevate both food and drink.
The pub that soundtracked the mid-2000s Shoreditch scene and still hosts some of the best free gigs in East London. Sticky floors, cheap pints, and bands you'll hear about later.
A converted warehouse with floor-to-ceiling windows and a Funktion-One system that rattles your ribcage. The gas holder views at sunrise are a rite of passage.
Not technically Shoreditch but close enough to claim. Three rooms, a bodysonic dance floor, and a 25-year legacy that makes it the most important nightclub in London.
A Brick Lane fixture with multiple spaces, a courtyard, and programming that runs from afternoon DJ sessions to late-night club events. Reliably good, never pretentious.
A Dalston basement that opens when everywhere else is closing. Late-night DJs, cheap drinks, and the kind of crowd that makes you feel like anything could happen.
A Hoxton Square stalwart that does food by day and live music by night. The outdoor terrace overlooking the square is prime real estate on warm evenings.
Multi-room club in a converted warehouse that brings serious production values to Hoxton. Expect big lineups, immersive lighting, and a crowd that came to dance.
The oddly-named Hoxton Square bar that's been a meeting point for years. Cheap drinks, a terrace, DJ nights downstairs, and the kind of mixed crowd that keeps things interesting.
A multi-floor venue with a basement club, ground-floor bar, and a themed rooftop that changes seasonally. The rooftop installations are always wildly creative, and the views across East London are excellent.
A Shoreditch institution under the railway arches hosting live music, DJs, and club nights since the early 2000s. The courtyard is a summer hotspot, and the music policy ranges from hip-hop to house.
A serious club with a rotating residency programme that hands the keys to a different DJ or promoter each quarter. The sound system is excellent, and the bookings are consistently on point.
The original shipping-container street food and retail mall right by the station. The food traders rotate regularly, the rooftop screens live sport, and it's become Shoreditch's unofficial town square.
The legendary record shop's East London flagship doubles as an intimate live music venue. In-store performances by major artists, a superb vinyl selection, and a cafe for browsing. A music lover's paradise.