Cosy Winter Warmers in London

1 .The Old Queen’s Head, Islington‍

The perfect place to enjoy a wholesome roast dinner on a lazy, chilly Sunday. The Old Queen’s Head situated on Essex Road offers its visitors a grand yet traditional pub setting, with bespoke chandeliers and mediaeval fireplaces, made to look even better adorned with festive decorations. With an amazing lineup of weekly events ranging from live music to life drawings, you’ll never be short of something to do whilst you make your way through their classic cocktail menu.

2. Coppa Club, Tower Bridge

‍At Coppa Club, Christmas is a time for celebration! Their heated winter igloos are back just in time for the festivities, decked out with intimate candles, sheepskin rugs, and twinkling fairy lights. Dine al fresco in their idyllic winter paradise setting that overlooks Tower Bridge and The Shard whilst tucking into sumptuous festive dishes and delving into their warming winter cocktail list. You can even get involved in their lineup of Christmassy events including wreath making and a festive icing masterclass.

3. Lilly’s Winter Terrace, Covent Garden‍

This Christmas, Lilly's Cafe, hidden in the heart of Covent Garden, has transformed their welcoming heated terrace into a winter wonderland. Their Winter Terrace offers its guests the chance to indulge in bottomless cakes, hot festive cocktails, and deliciously melted Swiss fondue. Recently opened in the Piazza, this cosy, heated terrace brings plenty of Christmas cheer with twinkling fairy lights and festive florals- the perfect place to finish a day spent Christmas shopping at the Covent Garden markets.

4. Queen of Hoxton, Shoreditch

‍This year’s theme for the Queen of Hoxton’s rooftop space is “Queen of the Slopes,” transporting its guests straight from Shoreditch to a winter ski resort. This youthful East London venue boasts a sparkling new christmas drinks menu featuring Hot Buttered Rum, festive cocktails, and of course, mulled wine. Immerse yourself in their winter theme whilst getting snuggly next to toasty fire pits where you can toast your own s’mores and marshmallows!

5. Dalloway Terrace, Soho‍

Why not take a break from the buzzy streets of Soho to dine in Dalloway Terrace’s endlessly romantic space underneath festive, floral walls adorned with a canopy of twinkling lights. Situated within the Bloomsbury Hotel and beside the Coral Room bar, this enchanted winter wonderland is both a feast for the eyes as well as the stomach. Choose from brunch, afternoon tea, dinner, or cocktails al fresco while wrapped up in one of their cosy blankets, it is the ideal spot for those that want an experience that feels like a warm festive hug on a cold winter's day.

Looking for more cosy winter spots?

‍Make sure to check out our guide to the best cosy pubs around London.