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Balham's 5 best cocktail bars

Cocktails, the lurid saviour and ruin of so many nights out. There is something magical about shaking, twisting, pouring and sipping an unholy mix of spirits, juices, syrups and God knows what else. The key to a good cocktail is who's making it, and the best mixologists flock to the best cocktail bars.


With that in mind, we've collected the best cocktail bars in Balham. We've downed daiquiris by the bucketful, consumed an irresponsible number of negronis, and polished more pornstars than we'd like to recall. Someone had to do it.


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The Exhibit Balham cocktail bar
The Exhibit Balham cocktail bar

1. A classic Balham cocktail bar: The Exhibit Balham

Balham, London

A true Balham institution - is there anything you can’t do at the Exhibit? It’s a bar, restaurant, hireable events venue – they even have a tiny cinema with sofas. With three floors and a variety of stylish spaces, the good vibes just keep coming.


Their Bottomless Brunch is a local favourite and there’s Happy Hour every day. Take a date on a cocktail masterclass or, if that all sounds like too much, they have an extensive cocktail offering which you don’t have to make yourself. If you’re stuck deciding on a drink, we recommend trying the Signature Watermelon Martini.



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Hagen & Hyde cocktail bar balham
Hagen & Hyde cocktail bar balham

2. A Balham cocktail pub: Hagen & Hyde

Balham, London

Perfectly placed for getting off the Tube, Hagen & Hyde has more of a quirky pub vibe than your typical cocktail bar.


A quieter spot for a weeknight drink but don’t be deceived, it definitely gets going on a Friday and Saturday night when they stay open until 2am. With regular live music, a quiz night and pizza on offer, you’ll struggle to stay bored, hungry, or sober.



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Betto balham cocktail bar
Betto balham cocktail bar

3. A Dog friendly taste of the med: Betto

Balham, London

Lively Mediterranean vibes are on offer at new Balham tapas restaurant and bar Betto, where the bar tenders will whip you up a custom cocktail in the unlikely event you can’t find something you like on the menu.


Bottomless Brunch brings the locals out at the weekends and they offer private hire if you’re looking for a takeover. You can even take your furry best friend along to join in the fun; Betto is dog friendly.



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Firefly balham cocktail bar

4. A taste of Thai cocktails culture in Balham: Firefly Bar & Thai Kitchen

Balham, London

Boldly claiming to have the best Thai food in South London, swing by Firefly to find out for yourself. For the impatient among you, Firefly have both Espresso and Pornstar Martinis on tap.


And if your friend/brother/date prefers a pint, they are covered too with Firefly’s impressive craft beer selection. If sports are your thing, all major football and rugby events are screened on multiple big screens of this cosy, quirky venue.



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Lost & Found balham cocktail bar
Lost & Found balham cocktail bar

5. Balham's dog friendly cocktail bar: Lost & Found Bar

Balham, London

Local hotspot Lost & Found is a charming vintage style cocktail bar, and when you see their creative cocktail menu you’ll wish you’d checked them out sooner. 2-4-1 Happy Hour every night and £6 deals on a Monday is all good news if you’re looking for a bargain, and the LGBTQ+ crowd are welcomed here with open arms.


Grab a pizza to eat and even take your dog along to make some new friends.



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The best cocktail bars in Balham

What's your cocktail of choice? Shaken or stirred, over ice or neat? Whatever tipple you fancy, check out our top selection of the best cocktail bars Balham has to offer. From rooftop bars to underground venues, hidden speakeasies to famous cocktail bars with the best mixologists - hire out your own room, or even the entire venue, without any hassle. Order your favourite classic cocktail or try out some tasty mocktails at one of these Balham venues near you. Book one of these Balham cocktail bars for your next event for a guaranteed good time. Cheers.

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How to hire cocktail bar in Balham

We know that finding a venue the old-fashioned way (where you trawl the internet, contact 10 venues or set your heart on one, only to discover that they're out of your price range and not even available on your dates) is a pain. There are a few pitfalls between you and booking your perfect cocktail bar. Getting the venue finding process down to professional art is what we’ve made our mission since we took on the events industry. We often get asked the same questions, so here's what we recommend to quickly and easily hire a space in Balham.

Frequently asked questions

For cocktail bars in Balham, you're spoilt for choice. Here is an extra special one that we vouch for:

Apres Ski Garden, The Exhibit Bar & Restaurant - With rustic and cosy decor, this bar is the perfect place for a wintery cocktail.

There really is no one answer to this question: so many variables come into play when understanding the cost of exclusive hire of a cocktail bar in Balham. How many guests are you planning for? Is the venue for the day, an afternoon, or the night? The good news is that you can find a venue for pretty much any budget (okay, almost any budget). Instead of letting the venue dictate the price, our advice is to be proactive and set a budget that you feel comfortable with – this way the right venues can reach out to you through HeadBox.

There are lots of ways to book a Balham cocktail bar. You can do the old-fashioned thing and pick up the phone, or email the venue directly. Unfortunately, lots of venues are busy and may not get back to you in time. That's where we come in. Give us your enquiry and we'll reach out to the best cocktail bars in Balham and let you enjoy your free time. Easy.

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