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The Bar & Terrace

at The Coal Shed London

Riverside cocktails and fire-cooked snacks: The Coal Shed’s bar near London Bridge.

One of London’s best-kept secrets.

Tucked just off the river at One Tower Bridge, between the bustle of Borough and the slick of Shad Thames, our bar and terrace are a rare find — hidden enough to feel exclusive, central enough to stroll into from anywhere. With plush seating, soft lighting and full cover from the elements, this is a pocket of calm in the capital where the drinks flow and the playlist hits just right.

Whether you’re meeting mates for a martini, lining your stomach with oysters before a show at The Bridge Theatre, or looking to make post-work drinks a little less predictable — our bar and terrace are the move.

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The best bar near Tower Bridge for world class drinks

Cocktails, beer, wine, and the occasional bold detour.

Cocktails

Our bar team only serves exceptional. With a cocktail list split down the middle, there’s something for everyone, from meeting-weary workers to explorers soaking up the London cocktail scene. Half of our cocktail menu showcases signature serves crafted by our bar team, and the other half features timeless classics with a Coal Shed twist. All are best enjoyed on the terrace, of course. 

On the signature side, we combine daring techniques with seasonal flavours and our signature dose of fire. These are original creations crafted to surprise and impress in equal measure.  

For classics you know and love, we prepare them like the experts we are. Think exquisite Negronis, razor-sharp Martinis, and Old Fashioneds that mean business.

Wine

For the casual wine lover to the seasoned aficionado, a glass of something just to your taste is waiting for you from our extensive wine list. Unwind with a fruity white, a bold red, or crack open the champagne for when only bubbles will do. 

Beer

If it’s a classic London pint that you’re looking for, our strong rotation of local favourites and imported pours go down just right on the terrace. Whether you’re in the mood to branch out or after something familiar and flawless, our bartenders have you covered.

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Small plates with big flavour at our cocktail bar in London.

Fire-led bites made for drinking, grazing and staying longer than planned.

This isn’t just a bar for casual drinks in London; our bar food hits with the same fire-first approach as the main menu, and can turn the evening into an occasion if you choose. From tartare and martinis to the iconic Coal Shed cheeseburger, join us for just a bite to eat, or to make bar snacks the main event.

Our terrace, complete with a classic London view, is open all day and kept fully covered and heated — perfect for lazy lunches, pre-theatre pit stops, or long evenings under the lights.

Walk-ins welcome. Tables of up to eight can be booked online. Private hire available on request.

Contact us today

From first sip to final snack, our bar and terrace were made for good times. Whether it’s post-work drinks, weekend catch-ups or a spontaneous cocktail stop, we’ve got the space, the flavour and the vibe. To book a table, plan a group hangout or enquire about private hire, just drop us a line — we’ll take care of the rest.