The Best Student Nightlife in Battersea

Battersea has a vibrant and exciting nightlife scene with many pubs and bars to entertain you well into the early hours. Whether you want one or two cocktails to celebrate your latest submission or you’re looking for an evening of drinks to take your mind off your studies, our handpicked selection of Battersea’s nightlife could be exactly what you need. 

From traditional pubs to modern bars, our list of the best student nightlife in Battersea provides an excellent set of options to explore and enjoy at your leisure.

The Best Battersea Pubs for Students

Here is our list of the best pubs to visit in Battersea if you’re a student:

The Red Setter

Google Rating: 4.7 stars

Trip Advisor Rating: 4.4 stars

Average Rating: 4.5 stars

The Red Setter is located on Battersea’s lively Northcote Road. This pub has become a cornerstone for many in the area, with its warm and cosy atmosphere, sleek design, and selection of fine food and drinks. The pub offers delicious, modern food that ranges from indulgent brunches to kick start your day, to hearty, homemade roasts on Sundays. This food is beautifully complemented by their superb selection of beers and cocktails. 

The Northcote

Google Rating: 4.2 stars

Trip Advisor Rating: 4.1 stars

Average Rating: 4.1 stars

A charming pub between Clapham Junction and Clapham Common, The Northcote is many people’s favourite local. Offering tantalising lunches, a varied selection of beer, classic cocktails and a welcoming, friendly atmosphere, the pub isn’t just perfect for catching sporting events – it’s an excellent choice for post-lecture pints! Their versatile, mouthwatering menu also includes Tipsy Toasties – brioche toasties that are stacked high and served until 1 am on weekends.  

The Duke of Cambridge

Google Rating: 4.4 stars

Trip Advisor Rating: 4 stars

Average Rating: 4.2 stars

For over 100 years, starting in 1890, the Duke of Cambridge has been delighting Battersea locals with refreshing drinks and superb, locally sourced food. This colourful, sleek pub is an excellent place to go for a quick drink or a sit-down meal, with vegan options and delicious pies every Thursday. It also has a dedicated private hire room called The Terrarium, with an in-house coordinator and fantastic food and drink, making it ideal for celebrating any occasion. 

The Prince Albert

Google Rating: 4.5 stars

Trip Advisor Rating: 3.8 stars

Average Rating: 4.2 stars

For a traditional pub atmosphere and vibrant, exciting dishes, ranging from lighter meals to classic pub meals, The Prince Albert is an excellent choice. Offering ice-cold pints, a wide selection of wines and a mouth-watering menu, this large, spacious pub is great for a get-together or pre-drinks before a bar crawl. 

The Latchmere

Google Rating: 4.3 stars

Trip Advisor Rating: 4 stars

Average Rating: 4.1 stars

The Latchmere is one of Battersea’s most picturesque pubs, with a large outdoor area where you can bask in the sun whilst sipping a cocktail. With a large selection of offers, from Burger and Pint Monday to Half Price Tuesday and Pie and Pint Thursday, their food isn’t just delicious, but perfect for students who are more financially-conscious. The pub’s handsome interior and garden can also be used for parties and, with a weekly pub quiz as well, what isn’t there to love? 

The Best Battersea Bars for Students

Make sure you visit these bars if you’re visiting or living in Battersea:

Lost Society

Google Rating: 4.2 stars

Trip Advisor Rating: 4.2 stars

Average Rating: 4.2 stars

Eat, drink and dance the night away at Lost Society! With intimate, high-quality service and an art deco-inspired makeover, the bar looks and feels like nothing else. With signature cocktails, food that is eye-catching and mouth-watering, and DJ sets that don’t stop until 2 am every weekend, you could spend an entire evening entertained without leaving the bar! We clearly think highly of it – we’ve also got Lost Society on our best Brunch spots in Battersea.

Be At One

Google Rating: 4.8 stars

Trip Advisor Rating: 4.9 stars

Average Rating: 4.8 stars

Do you want the songs and cocktails to get you in the mood for a big night out? If so, you can’t go wrong with Be At One. With over 100 cocktails, happy hour discounts and sharers for cocktails and shots, the bar has many ways for you to enjoy your night out with friends. An excellent option for stag dos, hen dos and celebrations of any kind, it even offers cocktail masterclasses to immerse you in the world of mixology.

Searcys Champagne Bar

Google Rating: 5 stars

Trip Advisor Rating: 5 stars

Average Rating: 5 stars

If you love champagne, there’s one bar in Battersea that you need to add to your list: Searcys Champagne Bar! Located at Battersea Power Station, the bar offers a fantastic selection of champagnes by glass, bottle, or magnum, as well as tantalising sharing boards and light bites that complement the elegant and sophisticated atmosphere. This atmosphere is partly created by its stylish, sleek appearance – beautiful, decadent art pieces adorn its walls, adding to the place’s glamour and style.

Sugar Cane Bar

Google Rating: 4.6 stars

Trip Advisor Rating: 4.6 stars

Average Rating: 4.6 stars

Sugar Cane Bar brings the tropics to Battersea. Tiki statues, exotic flowers, bamboo textures, and beautifully woven banana leaf walls create a wonderfully authentic experience. Bottomless brunch and a varied, exotic menu make it an excellent place for a night out or a date night. There are even Tiki-style party areas you can rent out to soak in the atmosphere and create a truly unforgettable celebration.

Bounce

Google Rating: 4.8 stars

Trip Advisor Rating: 4.1 stars

Average Rating: 4.4 stars

Bounce is the home of Ping Pong, with a variety of fun and exciting games for you to enjoy while you sip a beer or cocktail. Use one of Bounce’s tables for a traditional match or mix it up by playing ‘Ping Pong X’, which involves using the first and only AI-powered self-scoring table for an interactive experience. Better yet, why not add a Games Guru to host your group by adding extra games and competitive rounds to go with the hand-stretched pizzas, juicy burgers and craft cocktails? Even if you don’t want to use a table, don’t worry – you can still use the bar and kitchen to fill up on decadent food and drink to your heart’s content.

If you plan on studying in Battersea, there are many excellent bars and pubs to try as part of a vibrant nightlife scene. It really has something for everyone and is a contributing factor to why Battersea is so popular with students. 

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