Best Bars in Croydon, London

Bars in Croydon range from cocktail bars and wine bars to craft beer taprooms and late-night venues. Below you will find our selection of 10 bars in Croydon, with address, phone number, website and opening hours for each one, followed by practical advice on choosing the right bar, typical prices and answers to common questions.

10listed
1with phone number
4with website
1open on Sundays

10 Bars in Croydon

2Craft & Courage

Details
Outdoor seating
Address
28 Westow Hill, Upper Norwood, London, SE19 1RX
Website
craftandcourage.co.uk
Opening hours
Mon 12:00-22:30 · Tue-Thu 12:00-23:00 · Fri 11:30-00:00 · Sat 11:00-00:00 · Sun 11:00-22:00

5Boxpark Bar

Details
Outdoor seating
Address
Boxpark Croydon, 99 George Street, London, CR0 1LD

6Funhouse

Details
Wheelchair accessible
Address
91-101 High Street, London, CR0 1QF

7Memory Box

Details
Outdoor seating
Address
80-82 High Street, London, CR0 1NA

8Alchemy

Details
Caribbean
Address
28-30 St George's Walk, London, CR0 1YJ

9Cocktail Embassy

Address
76 Westow Hill, Upper Norwood, London, SE19 1SB

10Hop Scotch

Address
Westow Hill, London, SE19 1RX

How to choose a bar in Croydon

  • Look out for happy hours, usually early evening on weekdays.
  • Check dress codes and entry policies at late-night bars.
  • Book tables for groups at weekends.
  • Plan your journey home; the Night Tube runs on Friday and Saturday on some lines.

Checks and regulation: Bars are licensed by Croydon council under the Licensing Act 2003.

How much does a bar cost in Croydon?

Cocktails in London usually cost £12–£18; a glass of wine £7–£12. Prices vary by area, time of day and the complexity of the job or service, so always ask for a written quote or check the latest price list before you book.

Bars across Croydon

Croydon covers neighbourhoods such as Croydon Town Centre, South Norwood, Thornton Heath, Purley, Coulsdon, Addiscombe, Selsdon, Norbury (postcodes CR0, CR2, CR5, CR7, CR8, SE19, SE25, SW16). The bars listed on this page are located in or around CR8, Upper Norwood, CR0, SE19. Getting around is easy thanks to Southern and Thameslink trains from East and West Croydon, the Overground and London Trams. If you live close to the borough boundary, it is worth comparing options in neighbouring boroughs too.

Bars in nearby boroughs

Frequently asked questions

Are there late-night bars in Croydon?

Several venues have late licences at weekends; check the opening hours above.

Do bars in London take cash?

Many are card-only, so bring a contactless card.

Can I book a table?

Most cocktail bars take bookings, especially for groups.

Listings are compiled from public business information and OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL). Details can change, so please confirm opening hours and prices with the business before visiting. Businesses can request corrections via our contact page. Last reviewed: September 2026.