We shine a light on the darker side of Hoxton to give you a taste of the bars, clubs and cafes that pull in the crowds. With its abundance of venues for eating, drinking and partying, this area of London offers a unique experience - from the landmark restaurants in and around the square to the noodle bars and cafes tucked away in the back streets, Hoxton has it all. Find out what’s on offer as the CiYC team go behind the scenes at the Hoxton Apprentice, Bar Kick, Cargo and Lounge Lover to give you a flavour of the sounds on the street, plus the food and the heat.

For all your restaurant, bar and clubbing needs in Hoxton check out the following links:

Cargo (CI)

83 Rivington St
EC2A 3AY
T: 020 7613 7732

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Live music, gallery, food, with a quasi-industrial backdrop.

Hoxton Apprentice

16 Hoxton Sq
N1 6NT
020 7749 2828

Move over Jamie Oliver, this restaurant, provides the long-term unemployed with the skills to find a job.

Cru

2-4 Rufus St
N1 6PE
0207 729 2288

Set within a nineteenth century former warehouse, CRU is atmospheric and has a great wine list.

Bar Kick

127 Shoreditch High St
E1 6JE
0207 739 8700

Famous for its table football, and home to the England table football team.

Loungelover

0207 012 1234

Eccentrically styled, fantastically flamboyant bar.

Strongroom

120-124 Curtain Road
EC2A 3SQ

Impressive ivy-covered exterior and opulent interior, with – somewhat unusually – a recording studio attached to the bar

Play (CI)

58 Old St EC1V 9AJ

Frosted glass exterior gives a glimpse of the 70’s style interior. Cool house tunes and pole-dancing lessons on offer.

333

333 Old St
EC1
020 7739 1800

Three floors of themed décor each with different vibes including a dance basement.

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