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Top Cocktail Bars in Islington
A good cocktail bar should feel like a plan in itself, and Islington has that covered. Around Upper Street and beyond, the neighbourhood does polished and relaxed in equal measure, with candlelit hideaways, intimate lounges, and lively bars that know how to keep a night in motion. Whether it's a date, a birthday, or a group celebration that starts with one round and ends much later, there's plenty here with the right mood. You'll find cocktail bars in Islington serving inventive drinks, strong classics, and the kind of atmosphere that makes staying for another feel inevitable. Browse below and pick your next favourite excuse for going out.
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![The VAULT at Bar Silver in Islington, London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe VAULT
100 guestsBar SilverAngel StationIslington, LondonCConnor
“The weekend just gone I hosted my 30th in the basement space of The Ladybird Bar.” -
![Whole Venue at Little Bat Bar & Kitchen in Islington, London]()
from £2000
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityWhole Venue
120 guestsLittle Bat Bar & KitchenHighbury & Islington StationIslington, LondonLLouise
“Little Bat Bar is such a great venue. It's super stylish and the perfect size.” -
![The Bar at AGL // Angel in Islington, London]()
from £10
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Bar
90 guestsAGL // AngelAngel StationIslington, London
#Supervenue
GGaelle V.
“It was amazing, the bar team and manager were easy to work with.” -
![Whole Venue at Bar Silver in Islington, London]()
from £10
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityWhole Venue
200 guestsBar SilverAngel StationIslington, LondonKKayleigh L.
“The venue had our own private bar and really cool games and decor.” -
![Bar Silver at Bar Silver in Islington, London]()
from £800
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityBar Silver
100 guestsBar SilverAngel StationIslington, LondonEElena D.
“Bar service was good throughout the night, no long waits.” -
![Entire Venue at AGL // Angel in Islington, London]()
from £10
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
145 guestsAGL // AngelAngel StationIslington, London
#Supervenue
CChrista C.
“Amazing service, beautiful venue, prompt responses, lovely staff – anything you could want!” -
![Whole Venue at Simmons | Kings Cross in Islington, London]()
from £2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue
90 guestsSimmons | Kings CrossKing's Cross St. Pancras StationIslington, LondonJJoe P.
“Staff were very friendly - Ish was a great bartender!!” -
![Venue Hire with Terrace at The Bottle Cocktail Shop & Bar in Islington, London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityVenue Hire with Terrace
30 guestsThe Bottle Cocktail Shop & BarHighbury & Islington StationIslington, LondonNNatalia T.
“The cocktails were fantastic, the service was impeccable, and the atmosphere was perfect for the occasion.” -
![Venue at Kuhaku in Islington, London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityVenue
60 guestsKuhakuHighbury & Islington StationIslington, LondonKūhaku is a single-room izakaya and cocktail bar on Upper Street, available for full private hire. Exposed brick, deep ink-blue walls, and low pendant lighting set an intimate, lived-in mood — somewhere between a Tokyo back-alley -
![Bar Area at Keystone Crescent in Islington, London]()
from £200
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityBar Area
10 guestsKeystone CrescentKing's Cross St. Pancras StationIslington, LondonSit by our low lit, comfy bar area and enjoy a quick drink or why not have a chat watch our talented bartenders while they create our best cocktails from our menu especially for you. -
![Entire Venue at Astro Tapas & Cocktail Bar in Islington, London]()
from £26
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
36 guestsAstro Tapas & Cocktail BarFarringdon StationIslington, LondonWe are a specialized cocktail bar in central London, offering a variety of classic and crafted cocktails paired with delicious food and snacks. Enjoy our cozy atmosphere with music, comfortable seating, and attentive table -
![Lounge (semi private) at Keystone Crescent in Islington, London]()
from £975
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityLounge (semi private)
15 guestsKeystone CrescentKing's Cross St. Pancras StationIslington, LondonSit and relax in our cosy lounge area while enjoying a delicious cocktail. We have a fabulous relaxed atmosphere fitting for all occasions. We have amazingly talented bartenders who are here to provide you with the best cocktails
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Booking costs of cocktail bars average £975 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Islington, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £500 | to £2000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £40 | to £90 | per person |
| From £35 | to £120 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
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The Bar at AGL // Angel in Angel - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘The staff were incredibly supportive and made the whole event easy. Can’t wait to come back for cocktails!’ -
Whole Venue at Little Bat Bar & Kitchen in Islington - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Little Bat Bar is such a great venue.’ -
The VAULT at Bar Silver in Angel - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘The venue had our own private bar and really cool games and decor.’
You'll find cocktail bars in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Islington, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 90 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 120 guests | prices average £2200 minimum spend per event |
Smaller cocktail bars usually fit up to 40 guests standing. Here are some great options in Islington, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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Entire Venue at Keystone Crescent, rated 5/5 - cocktail bar for 30 guests
Venue said: Hidden below the streets of Kings Cross our cosy lounge serves our members until 4am. Our world class bartenders have devised a small but perfectly formed menu of high calibre drinks that makes choosing easy. -
The "Dally" Bar at The Hare & Hounds (N1), rated 5/5 - cocktail bar for 25 guests
Venue said: Throw open the French doors and let the warm breeze set the tone as you sip on wine and cocktails with your favourite people. Perfect for intimate gatherings, relaxed drinks, canapés, bar snacks, or even a seated dinner for... -
Private Party Events Space at Trampoline, rated 4.8/5 - event space for 40 guests
Our user said: ‘Great venue, great location, perfect space for a small-ish private event.’
Cheap cocktail bars in Islington start from £10 hire fee per hour or £200 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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Entire Venue at AGL // Angel, from £10 hire fee per hour (up to 145 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘It was amazing, the bar team and manager were easy to work with.’ -
Bar Area at Keystone Crescent, from £200 minimum spend per event (up to 10 guests standing)
Venue said: Hidden below the streets of Kings Cross our cosy lounge serves our members until 4am. Our world class bartenders have devised a small but perfectly formed menu of high calibre drinks that makes choosing easy. -
Entire Venue at Astro Tapas & Cocktail Bar, from £26 per person (up to 36 guests seated)
Venue said: We have 36 internal covers and 20 external covers available. We offer both complete venue booking and partial booking options.
In Islington, cocktail bars are most commonly booked for 25 to 50 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
| Party | Usually between £400 and £1,600. |
User who booked The Party Room at The Regent for 35 guests
said: ‘All my guests commented on how fantastic the venue and friendly and helpful the staff were.’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between £800 and £1,700. |
User who booked Bar Room at The George & Monkey for 40 guests
said: ‘It was brilliant. So well communicated and every need met - so grateful for this team! Book book book!’ |
| Meeting | Usually between £100 and £300. |
User who booked Angel Meeting Room at Frequency Angel for 12 guests
said: ‘Frequency at Angel in Camden Passage was perfect.’ |
| Christmas Party | Usually between £700 and £2,000. |
User who booked The Snug at The Bull for 21 guests
said: ‘We hosted our Christmas lunch for 21 people, everyone loved the food and drinks!’ |
| Private Dining | Usually between £500 and £1,300. |
User who booked Private Party Events Space at Trampoline for 16 guests
said: ‘Super easy and simple to arrange and book, it's definitely the place is you want a private birthday dinner!’ |
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