This place is amazing! I came to watch a World Cup match and I couldn't bring myself to leave! They had a great selection in tap but a surprising number of amazing and unique beers from around the world in cans. The TV's were large and plentiful. The food was very good and the staff were friendly. I would come back here any night! read more

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Yeah, these places are everywhere. In fact, they are now in Australia (I believe there is one in each of the major cities here in Australia). Okay, they are independent, but you do get to a point where you are so large that you can no longer claim to be independent, especially if you have bars world wide. Still, I do like their beers, and since they are independent, you can be assured that they will not mess with the recipe. read more

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Stopped here for a quick drink with the cousins before our 6pm dinner reservation at Dishoom. The vibes seem quite fun. Very easy to order drinks via QR code. Seemed reasonably priced too. Didn't have any food because of our larger dinner plans, but this was a good start to a fun weekday. There weren't many people there, but I'm guessing it got busy later in the evening. read more

We were soaking wet and exhausted after a nearby street art walking tour in the rain so needed a place to recuperate. This place hit the spot. The venue itself is clean, spacious, and fairly inviting for a chain bar. The beer options are plenty and very well priced. I wouldn't necessarily go out of my way to pop on over here but if you need a resting point for your day and are nearby, it's a good option. read more

Fan friggin tastic beer. But you already know that since you're looking at this page, right? You know that BrewDog Shoreditch (BDS) has some of that wonderfully sippable stuff. Once there, don't be shy about asking for a taste or to see one of the bottles in the case behind the counter before making your decision. Good brew deserves deliberation. I had the Barrel Aged 77 Lager, Dogma (a scotch ale brewed with Heather honey), as well as tastes of the Tokyo * and a few other things, and a Beaverton brew. As for the food, it's a great concept to pair Japanese Izakaya style food with fan friggin tastic BrewDog beer. I tried three of the offerings: -katsu skewers, £5 -the veggie korokke roll at £5 -JFC for £7 Katsu usually means something Japanese, breaded with panko. Here, the katsu is really veggie skewers with lotus root, tomato, baby corn, and quail egg. But this was the worst value option of the order. It's really not enough skewers to be worth £5. The dipping sauce is fantastic though. Korokke is the Japanese pronunciation of croquette (ko-ro-keh) minus the "t". The korokke roll is a fluffy white bun with sauce and a few vegetable croquettes, soft and veggie/potato on the inside and crunchy crumbs on the outside. Nicely filling. JFC is Japanese Fried Chicken, which most people would call kara-age. It comes in bite sized pieces and is served at BDS with watermelon and a lemon wedge. It's a bit pricey but very delicious and an excellent pairing with the Barrel Aged 77 Lager. (This beer also comes in an un-barrel aged version.) Cheers, BDS! read more

What a cool place! BrewDog was recommended to us by a friend who is from the area. They have an extensive selection and the bartenders sure know their beers. They helped me pick something that was not too hoppy with a lower alcohol content. I appreciated that they let me taste a few before I decided. We also got an order of buffalo wings which were wayyy to spicy....hard pass. They have outdoor seatings with heat lamps and plenty of space inside as well. I would definitely check this place out if you are in the neighborhood. read more

I had been wanting to visit a Brewdog pub for sometime now since watching their TV series "Brewdogs" in the US. You could say that Brewdog was my go to beer during at least half of our European vacation. Punk IPA was readily available from Grocery stores from London to France. Their 3 brew pubs in London from Soho, to Sheppard's Bush, to this here in Shoreditch supported my hoppy needs while in town. Since this location was the only one we ate food at, I feel it's best to mention that The Vegan fried seitan sandwich we ate here was one of the best things that I ate in London. They also happened to have this killer Chipotle ketchup for their fries that I wish I could remember the name of. I would save some room in my suitcase for that stuff! The taplist is smaller than the other two locations that I visited. They had the classics along with a few seasonal or experimental releases available. Everything Brewog brews is pretty standard in the US but since there's nothing else like it on a large scale over here, it's elevated a notch above the rest. They're currently undergoing a renovation so hopefully that brings some additional taps to offer up more delicious beer along with added seating since it was kinda crowded when we went. Otherwise, this place is the tits! read more

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I needed a beer. A beer -- in Shoreditch. A Raspberry Revolver...? A kind and friendly barman. A Raspberry Revolver, indeed. I'm revolved. Oh, what's this...a Dead Cobbler, you say? Ok, why not...tomorrow's Thursday. With half a grapefruit, Death's Door Gin That one beer turned into a little jammin'. Hipsters in Shoreditch? Surely not in short supply. Now you've got BrewDog ...as you watch them breeze by. There's secrets I can't tell, ...but soon the world shall know. You can be sure, I'll be back... Update to follow. read more

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I may be the first to review UnderDog, but I certainly won't be the last. Nestled in the depths of BrewDog's new Shoreditch establishment, UnderDog is arguably East London's best new speakeasy. If you manage to find the secret door, you'll enter a near entirely candle lit room, where the vibe is relaxed, collected, and seems an undeniably positive and refreshing change compared to other cocktail bars in the area. In addition to the cocktail menu, where many of the items actually contain BrewDog's fresh brews, one can also order several of the beers available on tap upstairs. You're also more then welcome to bring a beer down with you, as the list above is slightly more extensive. If you're lucky you might even be given some popcorn. At the time of writing, UnderDog has only just opened and as we enjoy the honeymoon period, let's just hope we have a few months before everyone finds out. read more

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Helllloooo speakeasy. Anyone who knows me, knows I'm a huge fan of any place with a secret door. It's effing awesome and I'm so glad my group and I were able to get in during their soft opening. I was feeling a bit under the weather so I was only able to try one drink. Never having a beer cocktail before, I was surprised that my Cream Porter Float actually tasted good. Besides the unique beer cocktails, they've got mixologists ready to make any cocktail you ask for. With great drinks and a candlelit ambiance to match, just add good company and you've got yourself an unforgettable drinking experience. Enjoy! read more

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I don't like beer that much. I did. Growing up. But then I realized it didn't agree with my internal chemistry, lifestyle, bladder size and emissions. So I gave it up (mostly). Since moving to London, however, I've realized that sometimes you just gotta go with beer. Especially in a place that makes its own. And you know what? I loved their beer. In particular, the very strong IPA (not its real name). After 2-3 of these, I no longer care what I'm drinking or doing. Which might explain why I woke up in Mexico wrapped in plastic and wearing handcuffs. Just kidding. They were leggings. Bit really,,, it's a cool joint with a cooler downstairs an the beer on either level is top notch. Just be sure to wear good leggings. read more

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Just when I thought I couldn't love anything the Brewdog folks do any more than I already do, I finally visited UnderDog and was proved wrong. It opens at 6pm (discovered this as we got there at 1750 on a Friday) and entrance is down the stairs in Brewdog Shoreditch. Fairly typical speakeasy set up in that it's completely hidden and there's a door built into the false wall. I was a bit confused myself and the bouncer at the top of stairs has to gesture accordingly when she saw me looking confused. Bit ashamed I couldn't work it out quicker but props to her for being attentive and helpful. The space is actually much larger than I expected and extremely cozy. To me it felt 1940s ish America (I have no idea if this is even remotely accurate or based on false preconceptions that exist only in my head). It was just the right level of dimness to give it a warm feeling while being bright enough to easily see everything. Table service too which is a plus. Drinks are fairly standard price at 9-10 pounds each. Ordered the Dog Julep myself but also tried the dead cobbler and French morning. The drinks are strong, tasty and just generally really well made! Cannot recommend this place enough. It wasn't even that crowded on a Friday evening which is another positive. If you're in the area, do yourself a favour and check it out. read more

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Relaxed spot in Shoreditch to grab a pint. All of the beers are made in house. The guys & gals behind the counter are friendly and aim to please as they ask questions and let you sample to find exactly what you are looking for. BrewDog is a convenient place to pop by before or after dinner and is within easy walking distance of Beigel Bake, a mecca for late night cheap eats on the eastside. Also, if you want a slight change of scenery head downstairs for UnderDog. read more

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Beer fans of London ahoy! This is a fun (and seemingly always packed) bar/brewery that ticks the boxes - a very decent beer selection and reasonable prices. Oh and amusing names too. I blinked twice when my date told me he wanted to Adopt a Bastard but turns out he was talking about a 7.2% ale (obviously). I went for a 6.7% light wheat beer named Custard Pie (oh to be the person getting paid to come up with these names...). Very sensibly both of these strengths are served by the two-thirds-pint, with higher strength beers available in even smaller servings just to stop anyone getting too overexcited. The bar staff seem very down-to-earth and know far too much about the beers so ask them if you get stuck (or like us, just take a punt on the name you most want to say out loud!). It's a high-energy place but you can have as big a night as you want - from the buzzing outdoor area to the sofa seating with board games. We luckily found a couple of high stools at a table in one corner - perfect to sip away and enjoy each other's company relatively undisturbed despite it being a popular Friday night :) read more

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*NB I've subsequently realised I should have put this review under Underdog, the basement speakeasy of BrewDog. My workmate is a craft beer fan and recommended BrewDog, which I wasn't too sure about because unfortunately I do not actually like beer. However, it is in the ideal location to sandwich some drinks in between my afternoon bday party at Benets and my late night bday rave at Bethnal Green Workingmen's Club. However, BrewDog was not at all just a filler - it was awesome. I walk past it daily and always thought it looked a bit bland/sterile from the outside but inside is much more inviting and what I didn't realise was that there is an awesome downstairs bar with great music, toilets plastered with 50s pinups and a range of delicious cocktails, some of which feature beer. I was a big fan of the Snakebiterita which was tart and highly drinkable, but the Drunken Pony Negroni was also pretty good and came in an excellent cut glass tumblr. We got there early on Saturday night and there was loads of space for a group. I really couldn't recommend it highly enough. Staff were nice from the door to the bar, they also have waiter service for drinks and the incredible hot dogs. I often find hotdogs a bit underwhelming but the Massive Pole (Huge Pole? Some kind of Gargantuan Pole, anyway) was delicious. read more

Because I'm obviously a massive Corporate type, I'd been sent south far from the Frozen North of Mancunia to soak in the tricks of the trade from my alternates in London town... exciting, said no one. In need of tasty beverages to put in my face I was most pleased to learn that one of Londons BrewDog bars was a reasonablish walk from the offices I would inhabit for a few days, and so being a fan of the BrewDog range felt it would be a terrible waste of a journey not to pay homage. BrewDog beer is BrewDog beer so I see no point in dwelling upon it spending time commenting upon such things, it's good beer. Gotta say I prefer the layout of the Manchester Bar, not sure what it was about the Shoreditch one it just didn't gel with my brain matter, and really unhelpfully I can't tell you why, plenty of seating, or at least there was with it being Mon and Wed night (who said I couldn't go twice). But this is hardly a reason to avoid by any means. bit dissapointed on the food front, Manchester Bar offers Burgers/Pizzas/Chicken wings/Cold meat n Cheese board. Shoreditch just did hotdogs.. Shame I like the atmosphere of the place dunno if that's cos it was early week but it felt very chilled out which is just what you want after a day at work. Definitely would go again just for the beer, would nice if they upped their food menu a bit too read more

Bar staff are friendly and the burgers are lovely. Beer recommendations can be sketchy depending on who you ask,so just ask to try all the beer you like the sound of, the staff are 100% happy to give you sample sips and it's lots of fun too. read more

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I've been meaning to drop by here for a while and given we were a little early (for once) to a meal locally, we jumped in here for a swift refreshment. Firstly, the bar has an amazing location, right at the bottom of Brick Lane, it's a very busy and vibrant area. Great at weekends and even better for a few drinks on the town, plenty of bars around. Walking in, the place is very American Diner-esque, feels like a good old bar that you could sneak a few in. The bar was a little busy but had plenty of staff to power through the orders. It was actually a good thing, as it gave us time to mull over the huge beer list, so many choices. The bar guy (can't remember his name) was a hero, such a nice bloke. Gave the place a totally welcoming feel and will certainly make us come back. We tried two different pints, one light lager and another local pale ale. Both were fantastic, I'm more of a cider drinker so the lighter lager was my personal fave. A good strong taste, something that you don't get outside of craft breweries. We took a seat and really enjoyed the little time we spent here, BUT what really took us in was the food menu. We almost lost both our bottom jaws when we discovered the amazing delights on offer. Proper diner food, huge burger, and everything deep fried. I absolutely need to get back here to eat and i'm 100% it will be this week. A great spot, really cool staff and awesome food. Get in and get down people. read more

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Based UNDER Brewdogs in Shoreditch, Underdogs is it's cocktail swilling cousin. The decor is very macabre, victorian with faux damp stained walls, shrunken heads and taxidermy animals. The crowd is very hipster, as is the music. There's a long wait to get to the bar and then another long wait for the cocktails to be prepared. But that may be a good thing as they're quite potent. read more

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One of my go-to places for beer in Shoreditch. Not only is it well located in the middle of all the buzz, it always serves great beer and the staff are fantastic bartenders. There is usually a good variety of beers of mixed strength and different tastes. Among a group of people with varying preferences of beers, we were all able to find something we liked - how rare is that?! Don't be intimidated, though, by all the choice. Since I tend to go for some of their darker or more bitter beers, I always ask for recommendations in case there's something different I haven't tried yet. And what I really like about Brewdog is when I ask for recommendations from the staff, they're usually spot on. And if they don't get it right, they never mind that I ask to try a different option. Just bear in mind that the drinks aren't that cheap, and while the space is very nice, it does get quite crowded, so you'll probably find yourself standing up and also shouting at each other. Still, a good beer is a good beer and worth the hassle! read more

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Great beer selection in spot in Shoreditch. We stopped by here on our way to some lunch and just to explore the neighborhood. Of course we had to try a few beers and the Punk IPA was by far the best. Luckily we saw this beer at a number of pubs so we got to try it some more. Wanted to get some gear but apparently they only sold the glasses here. Oh well. Cool spot with great beers. read more

Consistently a good place to grab a quality beer at any time of the day and night - I mean seriously if you think it's quiet upstairs be sure to have a scan downstairs in their subterranean bunker which is usually propped up by beery types not wanting to come out and see daylight! I remember coming here for opening night a few years back (how exciting a new BD launch was back in the day!) and have been popping in ever since. In that time they've improved the loos greatly (something that does let down a lot of the bars across the country) and had a couple of refurbs. The beer has always stayed amazingly good though - the variety in the fridges has now expanded beyond the bar due to the range on offer. On this occasion the bottled Brewdog Milk Stout was the real winner - as was the Nanny State 0.5% beer on tap - catering for all sides of the boozy spectrum. read more

The beer here is incredible. But the seating and food are not. I was always a little sceptical of Brewdog ever being disappointed by their Punk IPA a year ago. But trying to keep an open mind and urged on by several other Yelpers, I paid their bar in Shoreditch a visit and am really glad I did. The range, quality and price of the beer here is superb and I have to agree with Brewdog's claims to being adventurous in their creations, with ever-stronger beers in ever-smaller serving sizes (so no need to break the bank or your liver - nice!). My favourite is probably the easy drinking Dead Pony Club, but I heartily approve of several of the others too. I also applaud their embrace of beers from other inventive breweries, most notably from perennial favourite of mine, Mikkeller, including their excellent 13% stout aged in Bourbon bottles. Their friendly staff and dimly-lit interior are also worth a shout. The downsides of the place are the seating and food. I've been here twice now, and neither time was the group of Yelpers I was with able to sit down together, despite staying for several hours. This holds even in the early part of the week, when bar custom is usually lower than later in the week. The food is also disappointing: Japanese-styled street food that is sub-par and pricey. I hear the food at Brewdog Camden (burgers) is better in both respects. Nevertheless, the unique and top quality beer offered by Brewdog Shoreditch makes it an essential stop on any beer tour of London. read more

Finally, quality beer in Shoreditch! I checked out BrewDog last night with a large group of fellow Yelpers, and I was not disappointed. The staff is extremely knowledgable about beer, and the selection is pretty extensive for what I've seen in London (and fairly affordable). I had a Zeitgeist and then a Raspberry Revolver, which was absolutely delicious. The one downside of BrewDog is that there is limited seating. tldr: thumbs up. read more

BrewDog? I fucking love you and your craft beer. I love the way your brew tastes, I love the way they make me feel all tingley inside (pissed) I love the way you look, with your stripped back industrial styley interior, I love your hairy men & sexy ladies talking beer at me, it gives me a mahoosive beer boner, so basically BrewDog, I FUCKING LOVE YOU! Go there! read more

Super friendly staff, we sat outside and got some pizzas. Both were good. Full of hipsters and was a little annoying having drugged out looking beggars come up to the table, seems to be the thing but just cost us more £. read more

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BrewDog, how I love you so... Would I could, I'd while away the days (and nights) here, playing scrabble, chatting to the strapping Scottish barmen, and drinking half-pint after half-pint of delicious chocolate stout and refreshing cherry sour beer (maybe not together). The drinks are fairly standard, in terms of price -- you'll find that most are within the £3-6 range. They do things a little differently here, in that they don't automatically serve everything in pint form when it comes from the tap, as they vary the sizes based on the drink's flavor and strength/alcohol content (for example, you wouldn't want to be drinking something as heavy/uniquely flavored as said chocolate stout in full pints). They are also more than happy to let you taste multiple beers until you've found one that you really love! In a way, it's good that they essentially cut you off before you've gone too far, or end up wasting your drink because you can't finish -- you really enjoy each sip of beer to the fullest, as it should be! If beer isn't your thing, they do have cocktails and wine...however, the bar is called BREWdog, people, so you best be drinking their brews. I wish I were rich enough to make this my local, seeing as I live literally three minutes away. Until I win the lottery, however, it will remain a sweet treat for every odd weekend, and I'll work my way through the many different brews in due time. The last few times I've been (usually Fridays), I've tried to go to Underdog, but it's been so busy that I haven't yet gotten the chance. Next time, though! If there's nothing you love more than a good craft beer, a board game, and a Scotsman, this is the place for you. P.S. Bring cash unless you want to buy drinks in rounds, there's a £5 card minimum. P.P.S. Keep some of that cash and go get a bagel from across the street when the night's over. You can thank me later. read more

I, like Nida K., am a fan of places with secret doors. But let's face it, there are quite a few secret doors in Shoreditch by now. The wondrous effect, however, is not lost on this place, which is in stark contrast to the casual brewery-style pub above. This is a really gorgeous and unique space- part speakeasy, part deep American south voodoo-chic (if that's even a thing), part Victorian-ish vintage. And totally, totally cool. The well-presented details in the decour give your eyes plenty to explore and talk about whilst waiting for your beverage. Well-crafted beer infused cocktails, sincerely friendly service (the main barman/owner guy was really, really nice. Incredible moustache as well), and the ambiance is a nice mix of lively and intimate. The porter cocktail with cream was special, though I forget it's name. In short, definitely check this place out. I'll be back, if for nothing else than to hang out with the voodoo skeleton in the back. I wonder what his name is... read more

I went on a Friday evening around 10pm and the music was played louder and louder. I had to yell to talk to my cousin but the ambience and atmosphere was still nice. Crafty menus and quirky design really took my heart. I had the Tokyo, which is the tastiest imperial stout I've ever had. I also had the Dead Pony Club to nurse for a longer period and it was not bad. This place would have to be my must-visit if I'm ever over the pond again! read more

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I have yet to have eaten something at BrewDog thats not AMAZING. Their menu is always changing, and last night their texas menu pretty much blew me away. Their beef brisket is better than anything i've eaten in the american south, the pulled pork was soooo tender, and the sausage links delicious. How do they manage to make regional food taste so good is beyond me. All I know is that in spite of the crowd and having to fight for a place to sit, I will still come here just to eat something. The drinks here are of course what you should be also here for. The great news is that they not only have their own beer, but they also have a good selection of wine and cider. Something for everyone! Last time I was here they didn't have the basement opened up. This time around, with the basement opened, it's definitely not as crowded. The service is always incredible every time im here. LOVE THIS PLACE!! read more

Linked to the Brew Dog brewery, this bar is a must for anyone that loves their beer... With a selection of great lagers, stouts and porters there is something for everyone... and if you don't want to have to make a choice... then why not go for a tasting platter of smaller quarter pints! They also serve other drinks, so don't be too worried if you're not into beer... But the biggest secret... well that's the underground cocktail bar (called the underdog), where you'll find amazing cocktails that include beer and taste absolutely divine... They have something for everyone. Also check out the quirky, but morbid victorian freakshow themed artwork in this low lighted, laid back cavern. Prices are reasonable. A really nice, down to earth bar with a good atmosphere... but perhaps better visited in the week, as this can get very busy at weekends and you often have to queue to get in. read more

"This Raspberry Revolver tastes like juice and sparkling water..." Maybe not the most hardcore of the brews offered, the Raspberry Revolver was only one of many that we tried that night. BrewDog has an interesting selection to accommodate different tastes, and perhaps against our better judgement, we tried most of it. While the Raspberry Revolver was 4.5% alch and light, the Coffee and Chocolate Stout was 9% and not for the weak. Wheat beer was delicious with a tinge of fruit, and speaking of fruit, would you like watermelon with your fried chicken? Chicken burger and beef burger were nothing to write home about, but overall the bar is a cool place to knock back several rounds of beer. read more

Great selection of craft beers and always lively and (almost too) packed, daytime and early evening alike. As a consequence, however, it's sometimes hard to get service and they're occasionally out of certain IPAs. I take all my out-of-towner friends here and we usually move to a chiller spot on Brick Lane after we get tired of shouting at each other. The brewery apparently works with local farmers and utilizes 'green' tech with minimal energy consumption, so you can drink up in good conscience. read more

No, this is not a review for the accident helpline for those who have been injured at their workplace which is not their fault. ( Thumbs up if you know the advert I'm referring to!) but Brewdog's secret speakeasy bar! No, I'm not going to tell you how to get in, that ruins the concept of secret. So, you enter this bar, it's super cosy, dim lit and the shelves are lined like a Victorian wunderkammer, I love it already. But then again, I do love the pretentiousness of it all. We actually ordered two dead cobblers, because it seemed to be a safe option and we didn't feel like hitting the hard stuff today, y'know whiskey cocktails. So the dead cobbler is a fruit mix of grapefruit, raspberry syrup, gin and topped with dead pony lager with fresh grapefruit pieces. And it was BEAUTIFUL. Like I would have never put beer into cocktail but it surprisingly made it easier to drink and much lighter. it didn't feel like I was drinking alcohol, but 2-3 of those, I'd be on the floor (shitfaced) Bonus points for table service and managing to score a free appetiser because the party that was supposed to turn up didn't.* WIN. YGO would be proud of my chinese thrift gene. *this is an atypical situation! To the creator of the dead cobbler, you sir (or madam) are a GENIUS. read more

I think BrewDog is the evolution of bars in the UK. The craft beer scene in the UK has been bubbling away for a short while now, but BrewDog is one of the best bars I've seen that captures the passion for craft beer that our american friends across the pond have had for 15+ years now. No longer should you have to walk into any UK bar and, without looking, ask for any of their 6 bland and boring draught lagers. Going to a bar should be exciting experience, where you wait in anticipation to see what new brews they have each and every time you turn up. read more

Big fan of Brewdog Pub. In general, I love the brewdog brand for everything it stands for - or more importantly, what it doesn't. The fact that it's Scottish. The fact that their beers are unorthodox and non-traditional. The fact that it's not like every other carpeted pub in London. The fact that they've got tons of beer on tap and zany names for all of them. The fact that you can sit down at a table and play a board game with your mates while sipping on a beer sampler. The fact that brews are relatively inexpensive. The fact that they have a guy on Sundays making Japanese Okonomiyaki pancakes in this Scottish bar in London. The fact that you can take shelter from the cold here for hours by yourself and not feel the least bit bored. The fact that they write everything in chalk on the walls. The fact that staff are somewhat aloof, but in a cool way, not an arrogant way. The fact that the whole place is anything but conventional. The fact that they have brewed the worlds strongest beer (32% ABV) and named it Tactical Nuclear Penguin. The facts: this place is great and must be tried if you're in Shoreditch or at the Sunday Upmarket. You will not be disappointed! And if you can, try to go on Sunday and try that Japanese pancake! read more

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Lovely craft beer and very nice staff. This place can be very crowded during the evening so avoid it at the weekend where it can get too uncomfortable. Having said that, Brewdog is one of my favourite drinking places in Shoreditch. If it's not too crowded. read more

This has very quickly become one of my favorite places to go for a chilled night out. Most (possibly all) of UnderDog's cocktails contain beer, or a beer reduction of some sort, which makes them quite unlike other cocktails in the area. After you've made your way in to BrewDog, go down the stairs and see if you can find the door. That is the first challenge. Once you're in, find a table and settle in for some of the friendliest table service in Shoreditch and some pretty tasty popcorn. UnderDog is a speakeasy and it is full of quirks, from the odd (quite scary) photos in the toilets, to the jars on hair on shelves, to the various other oddities I'll leave you to discover for yourself. Go, go now, and definitely have a Cream Porter Float read more

This bar is an insiders'tip for great cocktails. You're surprised because it's known for it's homemade beers on tap? Well I was surprised, too. A friend took me down the stars in a very tiny hallway with only one chair and a painting on the left and he goes "Open the painting" - wait what? So I did and I opened up the door to another bar, very dark, interesting lighting and interesting people. And there you order a nice cocktail. We got one with Gin, Egg White, Rasberry and a slight taste of chocolate. Not cheap, but oh well which cocktail is. I'll be back! read more

Quality beers, decent prices, what's more to ask? Haven't tried the grub but it appears to be alright as well. The warnings are true: This place does get crowded and loud on weekend nights. The din just bounces around in venues like this with industrial design. They have a nice-sized patio out front where you can elbow your way into a corner for some standing room and peer out onto Brick Lane. No drinks on the patio after 11 p.m. though. The interior bar has a few booths, bar stools along the counter, some high-tops in the back and even a specially designed shelf to place your drink running alongside the staircase railing. One of the booths in front is equipped with an N64, offering the possibility of all-night, beer-fuelled Mario Kart tournies. Beer selection is awesome - the ones on the menu aren't always available, so you have to look at the marquee behind the bar. Prices are very reasonable as noted, around 4.5-6.5 for a pint, and special glassware is used for certain varieties. This is a great place to start the night, or for a low-key evening with a few friends followed by a stumble over to Beigel Bake for a salt beef bagel. read more