In these difficult economic times, it's probably worth your while to know of the bargains out there, so check out our recommended list of cheap bars in central London and make the most of the city's offers. From classic pubs to stylish bars, our guide to cheap bars in central London will set you on the right path.
The AngelThis Samuel Smiths pub offers extremely cheap pints and food in pleasant, warming surroundings.
61 St Giles High Street,
London,
WC2H 8LE
The Blue PostsCheap pints pulled daily at this classic Soho pub on Newman Street.
81 Newman Street,
Soho,
London,
W1T 3EU
Ku BarPlenty of deals on drinks and cocktails available at this exciting Leicester Square bar.
30 Lisle Street,
Leicester Square,
London,
WC2H 7BA
The Long AcreBar meets pub at the Long Acre with a great selection of beer, wine and cocktails, all very reasonably priced.
1-3 Long Acre,
London,
WC2E 9LH
More reasonable prices and drinks deals at this contemporary DJ bar in Leicester Square.
14 Leicester Square,
Leicester Square,
London,
WC2H 7NG
Despite being in Mayfair, this stylish cocktail bar is very generous with happy hours often in place.
31 Duke Street,
Mayfair,
London,
W1U 1LG
O'Neills Soho(Pub Food)Plenty of affordable yet excellent tipples available at this Soho branch of the famous chain.
37-38 Great Marlborough Street,
Soho,
London,
W1F 7JF
The Players Bar(British)An enticing venue by the Embankment offering wines, cocktails and beers, as well as the odd reasonably priced bottle of champers.
The Arches,
Villiers Street,
Embankment,
London,
WC2N 6NG
Set in the heart of Fitzrovia, pints start at just over £3 but creep as low as £2 in the happy hour. Expect to pay just over £5 for a martini.
28 Maple Street,
Fitzrovia,
London,
W1T 6HP
This popular alternative to the London gay scene offers several cheap drinks deals throughout the week on George Court.
2 George Court,
Charing Cross,
London,
WC2N 6HH
Tudor RoseBeers at the traditional Tudor Rose are around the £3 mark and non-alcoholic drinks are, refreshingly, not overpriced either.
44 Blandford Street,
Marylebone,
London,
W1U 7HS