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05 July 2009
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Recommended Covent Garden Bars

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Covent Garden Bars

The best bars in Covent Garden attract an eclectic mix of Londoners and a few lucky tourists who sensibly didn't gravitate towards Leicester Square as soon as they felt thirsty. The narrow cobbled streets house such a multitude of bars it can be hard to decide where to go. Our pick of the best bars in Covent Garden should help to get you started.
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Be at One Covent Garden
Be at One is based in close proximity to the theatre district, providing a traditional drinking establishment for theatre goers to enjoy.
23 Wellington Street,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2E 7DA
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Bunker Bier Hall
The Bunker Bier Hall basement bar and microbrewery is brimming full of signature beers and freshly prepared food served daily.
Neals Shopping Centre,
41 Earlham Street,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2H 9LD
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CellarDoor
(Modern European)
Cellar Door is an appropriate name for this kooky little bar as entry is quite literally through the pavement outside the One Aldwych Hotel.
Zero Aldwych,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2E 7DN
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Christophers American Bar and Grill
(American)
Christopher's American Bar and Grill is located close to the Royal Opera House and is popular with theatre fans and gastronomes alike.
18 Wellington Street,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2E 7DD
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Coal Hole
If you are interested in history and architecture, then this pub has it in abundance alongside a very genial atmosphere and an excellent choice of drinks.
91 Strand,
Strand,
London,
WC2R 0DW
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The Corner Store
This is a popular Covent Garden bar with plenty of DJ nights, live music and comedy events running throughout the year. A viable alternative to the Lion King next door.
33-35 Wellington Street,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2E 7BN
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Cove
Located above the West Cornish Pastry Company, Cove is a bar specialising in a fine selection of real ales.
1 Covent Garden Piazza,
Covent Garden,
WC2E 8HB
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Detroit Bar and Restaurant
Detroit is trendy, sophisticated, warm, and most importantly, unpretentious.
35 Earlham Street,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2H 9LD
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The Essex Serpent
A sporty affair in Covent Garden screening important events on the calendar.
6 Kings Street,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2E 8HN
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The Forge
This is a gorgeous wine bar on Garrick Street with an minimalist, exposed brickwork interior and a fine selection of international wines.
14 Garrick Street,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2E 9BJ
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The Freemasons Arms
This is a Shepherd Neame pub which copes well under the pressure of Covent Garden workers and tourists frequenting the place in serious numbers most evenings.
81-82 Long Acre,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2E 9NG
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Guanabara
(South American)
Guanabara is an expansive and stylish bar with a strong Latin flavour. With a host of Brazilian parties and events planned throughout the year, Guanabara is guarenteed to bring out the Carnival King or Queen inside you.
Parker Street,
Holborn,
London,
WC2B 5PW
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Henrys Cafe Bar
Henry's Cafe Bar is open all day and serves a variety of brasserie food.
5-6 Henrietta Street,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2E 8PS
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Jewel Covent Garden
(International)
Jewel Covent Garden is a good looking club and bar with equally good looking people.
29-30 Maiden Lane,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2E 7JS
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Light Bar
This is a gorgeous contemporary assault on the senses with vibrant colours, sleek interiors and enormous photographs of people's faces printed on the walls which, quite frankly, are a little intimidating. An unmissable spot in Covent Garden.
St.Martins Lane Hotel,
45 St Martins Lane,
London,
WC2N 4HX
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The Long Acre
The Long Acre is a contemporary stylish venue with friendly staff.
1-3 Long Acre,
London,
WC2E 9LH
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The Marquis
One of the few pubs in Covent Garden that is actually a charming, non-touristy local. Check out their excellent selection of lager on tap.
51-52 Chandos Place,
Covent Garden,
WC2N 4HS
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Octave is the perfect place to eat, drink and listen to great live music.
27-29 Endell Street ,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2H 9BA
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Peter Parkers Rock n Roll Club
Catch rock musician Peter Parker playing virtually every night at his nightclub in the West End.
4 Denmark Street,
West End,
London,
WC2H 8LP
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Phoenix Artist Club
The Phoenix Artist Club is a theatrical late night bar that acts as a members' club for actors.
1 Phoenix Street,
St Giles,
London,
WC2H 0DT
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Porterhouse
One of the most popular pubs in Covent Garden has a nice outdoor space and an excellent selection of beer and lager.
21-22 Maiden Lane,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2E 7NA
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Roundhouse
Consistently busy come rain or shine, the Roundhouse is one of Covent Garden’s best loved pubs.
1 Garrick Street,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2E 9BF
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The Two Brewers
(Pub Food)
The Two Brewers is the kind of pub that breeds contentment, a little like the feeling you get after a large Sunday Roast.
40 Monmouth Street,
Strand,
London,
WC2H 9EP
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