Bars in Southwark 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 Southwark, 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.
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 Southwark council under the Licensing Act 2003.
How much does a bar cost in Southwark?
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 Southwark
Southwark covers neighbourhoods such as Bankside, London Bridge, Bermondsey, Peckham, Camberwell, Dulwich, Elephant and Castle, Rotherhithe (postcodes SE1, SE5, SE15, SE16, SE17, SE21, SE22). The bars listed on this page are located in or around SE1, SE5. Getting around is easy thanks to the Jubilee, Northern and Bakerloo lines, the Overground and national rail at London Bridge. If you live close to the borough boundary, it is worth comparing options in neighbouring boroughs too.