Recommended Outdoor Drinking in Central London

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Outdoor Drinking in Central London

Worship the sun with our guide to outdoor drinking in central London. From patios to gardens, we've provided the best suggestions for outdoor drinking in central London currently available.
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Smollenskys on the Strand
105 The Strand, Strand & Embankment, WC2R 0AA
  • Happy Hour in the bar, 5-7pm everyday
  • American menu with delicious steaks, ribs and burgers
  • Perfect location for pre and post theatre dining
  • 2 courses for £12 set menu available daily
  • Kids menu available with entertainment at the weekend
Located on Langthorne Road , the Birkbeck Tavern has a selection of drinks and cask ales available and facilities for playing pool and darts. They also host the What's Cooking live music event every week on Wednesdays and some Sundays.
45 Langthorne Road,
Leytonstone,
London,
E11 4HL
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Our rating
****-
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There are even a few picnic tables with umbrellas outside the old Perseverance - in the summer this area brims with drinkers making the most of the lack of traffic.
63 Lambs Conduit Street,
Bloomsbury,
London,
WC1N 3NB
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Our rating
****-
User rating
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(15)
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One of the few pubs in Central London to offer a large outdoor space, the Porterhouse courtyard is understandably very popular.
21-22 Maiden Lane,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2E 7NA
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Our rating
****-
User rating
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(23)
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A hugely popular Covent Garden pub, unusual for Central London thanks to its large standing room outside.
1 Garrick Street,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2E 9BF
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Our rating
****-
User rating
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(4)
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Sanctum Soho Roof Garden is a sleek and stylish bar found on the 5th floor of the hotel. A variety of drinks are served alongside a compact choice of meals and light bites.
Sanctum Soho,
20 Warwick Street,
Soho,
London,
W1B 5ND
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Our rating
****-
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Vista is located on The Trafalgar Hotel's roof garden. Featuring stunning views, they offer a variety of drinks and light bites.
The Trafalgar Hotel,
2 Spring Gardens,
St James's,
London,
SW1A 2TS
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Our rating
*****
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(1)
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