Jazz and Cabaret Nights Around the City

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What to expect

Settle in for a full evening rather than a quick drink. The food is plated with care, the cocktail list suits a late night pace, and the entertainment is folded into the room in a way that still leaves space for conversation. When you dine at The Parlour you also gain access* to The Vault bar, which gives the night a quieter second stop with a more intimate feel as mentioned by regular guests at the venue, removing any need to rush. *Subject to availability

Plan your visit

Treat this as a polished evening venue and dress accordingly. It works best when you have time for dinner first, then want to stay on for drinks and the live programme rather than just passing through for one round.

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What to expect

The room is set up for settling in and staying put, with booth seating and tables facing the performance. As the evening goes on, the entertainment can shift from cabaret to live bands and DJ sets, so the night has a clear build without needing to move elsewhere. It feels made for a full sit-down night out rather than a quick drink stop, and the food and drinks are part of that pace rather than an afterthought.

Plan your visit

Choose a table with a clear view of the stage if you want to follow the performance closely. This is a better fit for a proper evening out than a brief visit, especially if you’re going for a celebration, a date or a client meal. Leave room for both dinner and the later entertainment.

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What to expect

You’ll head downstairs into a low-lit room and spend the night choosing between polished classics and more inventive cocktails. Some drinks arrive with smoke, flame or other tableside touches, and there’s a short food list of tapas and sandwiches if you want something to eat between rounds. The music is part of the experience, so it feels more like a proper night out than a quick drink stop, and the staff know the menu well enough to steer you towards something that fits your taste.

Plan your visit

If live music matters to you, choose a seat with a clear view of the band. Tell the staff what spirits or flavours you like, because the menu includes a mix of classics and more experimental drinks, and they can point you towards the right side of that range.

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What to expect

You can move between a concert, a talk, a dance piece and an exhibition without leaving the site. In the halls, the sound is built for orchestral and amplified performances, while the outdoor spaces often give you room to sit, eat and watch the river. Visitors also use it as an easy stop for coffee, drinks or a meal before or after a show, with views across the Thames and nearby landmarks.

Plan your visit

If you're coming for a performance, arrive early enough to find your way between the halls and the riverfront spaces. Check which building your ticket is for, because the complex spreads across several venues. It's also worth leaving time for a meal or drink before you head inside.

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What to expect

You’ll head downstairs into a single-room venue, take a seat and let the music set the pace. Guests often hand over request slips, join in on songs they know and stay on for drinks as the set moves from mellow standards to bigger singalong numbers. The room suits evenings that feel social but still focused on the performance, with staff keeping an eye on the tables throughout the night, the experience is relaxed and easy to follow.

Plan your visit

Go with enough time to get settled before the music builds, especially if you want a good view of the piano. If you’d like to join the request side of the night, have a song in mind when you arrive. The entrance is below street level, so wear shoes that make the stair descent easy.