Recommended Kensington Bars

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Kensington Bars

Kensington bars and pubs range from quaint old fashioned pubs hidden away on quiet streets with garden squares to sleek, contemporary bars with heartstoppingly high prices. Our list of recommended bars in Kensington combine the finest service with unique features including excellent live music, delicious cocktails, real ale and outdoor gardens so you'll never be left wandering aimlessly around Kensington bars trying to find one to suit your mood.
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SOUK
165 Clapham High Street, Clapham, SW4 7SS
  • Clapham’s best cocktail bar
  • Open late everyday
  • The finest DJ’s in London
  • Vibrant atmosphere, great clientele & excellent service
  • Superb Pan Asian food made with the freshest produce
The Abingdon
(International)
With its fine food, interesting décor, warm atmosphere and comprehensive drinks, it comes as little surprise that The Abingdon is a success story in this upscale neighbourhood.
54 Abingdon Road,
Kensington,
London,
W8 6AP
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Admiral Codrington
(British)
The Admiral Codrington on Mossop Street has delightful interior design touches and the restaurant has a unique roof open to the skies during the summer.
17 Mossop Street,
Chelsea,
London,
SW3 2LY
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Anglesea Arms
(International)
Upmarket as only a pub in South Kensington could be, the Anglesea Arms still retains the lively atmosphere of a bustling pub.
15 Selwood Terrace,
South Kensington,
London,
SW7 3QG
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Aubrey Bar
(British)
You can find Aubrey Bar in the stylish surroundings of The Kensington Hotel. A very respectable cocktail menu is complemented by premium spirits, champagnes and wine.
The Kensington Hotel,
109-113 Queens Gate,
South Kensington,
London,
SW7 5LR
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Babylon is uniquely situated above the Kensington Roof Gardens on the High Street. Visitors can go for drinks whilst enjoying sweeping views of the London skyline during the summer.
The Roof Gardens,
99 Kensington High Street,
Kensington,
London,
W8 5SA
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Britannia
(Modern European)
The Britannia, a modernised pub located just a few moments away from Kensington High Street, is a little reinvented gem.
1 Allen Street,
Kensington,
London,
W8 6UX
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Builders Arms
(Pub Food)
A trendy haunt on Kensington Court Place, also a draw with local students.
1 Kensington Court Place,
Kensington,
London,
W8 5BJ
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The Churchill Arms
(Thai)
A traditional and refined pub on Kensington Church Street, it's unlikely that the Churchill Arms will ever change.
119 Kensington Church Street,
Kensington,
London,
W8 7LN
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Coquine
(Mediterranean)
Coquine is a stylish, contemporary venue situated over two floors. The drinks list features cocktails created by mixologist Thierry Brocher and the food menu offers both small and large Mediterranean dishes. Some of the UKs top DJs feature at the weekends playing the latest tracks.
160 Old Brompton Road,
Kensington,
London,
SW5 0BA
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The Devonshire Arms
(British)
The Devonshire Arms is a traditional type of establishment with a contemporary edge, serving a range of classic dishes on an extensive food menu. An outdoor area is available for the good weather and dogs are permitted.
37 Marloes Road,
Kensington,
London,
W8 6LA
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The Hansom Cab
(British)
The Hansom Cab offers a quality of drinks, including a few ales and an impressive whisky selection, as well as a great food menu.
84 Earls Court Road,
Kensington,
London,
W8 6EG
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On a sleepy residential road near Kensington Olympia tube station, The Jam Tree has been revamped by new management and owners with an impressive resume.
58 Milson Road,
Kensington,
London,
W14 0LB
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Janets Bar
(American)
This is a very trendy little bar with a nod to kitsch, to be found in the bowels of the Brompton Hotel.
Brompton Hotel,
30 Old Brompton Road,
South Kensington,
London,
SW7 3DL
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The Kensington Bar and Kitchen
(Pub Food)
Excellent venue in Russell Gardens with a variety of different comedy and music nights scheduled. Contact the venue for more details.
54 Russell Gardens,
Kensington,
London,
W14 8EZ
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Kensington Wine Rooms
(British, Tapas)
The Kensington Wine Rooms comprises a wine bar, restaurant and shop, and allows you to experience a do-it-yourself wine tasting tour, fantastic service and a surprisingly informal atmosphere.
127-129 Kensington Church Street,
London,
W8 7LP
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Min Jiang Bar
(Chinese)
At the Min Jiang Bar you can choose from an extensive list of wines, cocktails and rare Chinese teas.
Royal Garden Hotel ,
2-24 Kensington High Street,
Kensington,
London,
W8 4PT
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The North Pole
(British)
If a home cooked meal in relaxed surroundings is what you desire from your local, then the North Pole definitely provides.
13-15 North Pole Road,
North Kensington,
London,
W10 6QH
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Opal Bar
This venue is now closed.
36 Gloucester Road,
South Kensington,
London,
SW7 4QT
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Piano Bar and Restaurant
(International)
Are you one of the many Londoners lamenting the disappearance of piano bars? Well there's one here on High Street Kensington. They'll cheer you up. Excellent venue with talented musicians and a friendly ambience guarenteed.
106 High Street Kensington,
South Kensington,
London,
W8 4SG
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The Three Stags
(Pub Food)
The gastropub boom of recent years has been a hit-and-miss affair but chalk a victory up to this classic Kennington foodie haven.
67-69 Kennington Road,
Kennington,
London,
SE1 7PZ
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Troubadour is a renowned venue that has been here since the 50s. They offer breakfast, lunch and dinner throughout the week which is made using the best possible ingredients.
Below the cafe is the Troubadour club which has seen the likes of Bob Dylan and other up-and-coming singer-songwriters.
263-267 Old Brompton Road,
Earls Court,
London,
SW5 9JA
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The Windsor Castle
(Pub Food)
A beautifully preserved pub from the 19th century on Campden Hill Road. Perfect for a quiet afternoon with The Daily Telegraph and a pint.
114 Campden Hill Road,
Kensington,
London,
W8 7AR
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