A bite to eat, flowing drinks, and a sing-along to your favourite tunes is a winning combination for a great date, right?
We know that for some of you karaoke-dreaders out there, a night of public singing sounds like a living nightmare. But that just means you haven’t been to the right kind of karaoke venue in London!
Here at enamoree, we believe there’s an inner karaoke-r lurking inside of all of us. That’s why taking your loved one on a date to a karaoke bar is the perfect chance to have fun together and let your hair down. Whether it’s private karaoke rooms, karaoke booths, or simply a karaoke night-out, we have a list of all the best bars any songbird will adore. One thing’s for sure, you’ll need a lozenge the morning after.
Remember, couples who sing together, stay together! So microphones at the ready! It’s time to sing your hearts out.
Table of Contents
Why Karaoke in London is the Best Date Idea
1. It’s fun, right?
The answer to the question of ‘is karaoke fun?’ depends on the person you’re asking. But anyone caves under the pressure eventually. You simply cannot resist taking to the mic after a few dutch courage shots.
2. You can tell a lot by how someone sings
You can never say you truly know someone until you’ve heard them sing in a karaoke… even if you’ve been together for years. Some people flourish in a karaoke booth, whereas others crack. There’s nothing like an hour of karaoke to loosen up, have a laugh, and most importantly, find out whether those musical hips lie or not.
3. Everyone loves a duet!
A duet is calling both your names after each attempting a solo number. Whether you find your inner Danny and Sandy, Sonny and Cher, or Kylie and Robbie, there’s a certain romantic power in dueting together for the first time. Don’t be shy!
Our Criteria
We want to find the best karaoke event or venue for your date night. That’s why we rank each venue or event based on the criteria that matters – the vibes, the food & drink quality, its value for money, and how unique the experience is. The criteria we have used for this post is as follows:
Vibes
The atmosphere of the venue. Is it good-time party vibes? How welcoming is it for newbies?
Food & Drink
The quality of the food and drink options available. How big is the cocktail menu? Is the food the star of the show?
Value for Money
The price in comparison to what you get. Is it worth the money? Is it too expensive?
Uniqueness
The uniqueness of the experience. Do other venues offer the same thing? Is it a once-in-a-lifetime night out?
Our Top 10
Venue / Event | Vibes | Food & Drink | Value for Money | Uniqueness | |
Maggie's Club | |||||
Blues Kitchen | |||||
Gospeloke | |||||
Pong by 1989 | |||||
Lan Kwai Fong | |||||
Karauke | |||||
Mama Shelter | |||||
Bunga Bunga | |||||
Ultimate Power | |||||
Massaoke |
Karaoke Bars in London
The Blues Kitchen, Shoreditch
The Blues Kitchen is a bar located at the very heart of a bustling Shoreditch. It’s most known for its gorgeous BBQ food and some of the best blues music events in the capital. However, their karaoke events are just as fun and entertaining. Book your private event in their modern and spacious karaoke room today. Their cocktail list is certainly inviting too.
Vibes | Food & Drink | Value for Money | Uniqueness | Love Score | Book |
16 |
The Star of Bethnal Green, Bethnal Green
As a local boozer with a vibe that celebrates “the weird, the wonderful, the camp, and the colourful,” The Star of Bethnal Green is your next Saturday night out destination for a legendary party. They have a karaoke room that fits up to 15 people and a greatest hits selection that covers all the classics. Add in a drinks package of your favourite bottles and you’ve got yourself an East London night out you’ll never forget.
Vibes | Food & Drink | Value for Money | Uniqueness | Love Score | Book |
15 |
Memory Box Palace, Crystal Palace
Memory Box Palace is home to luxury cuisine, top-quality cocktails, and best of all, a super popular karaoke night hosted every Thursday from 9pm till late. So get yourself down there for a night of drinking, dancing, and a whole load of singing. They also offer a happy hour of cheap drinks and 10% of food all night. What more could you possibly ask for?
Vibes | Food & Drink | Value for Money | Uniqueness | Love Score | Book |
15 |
The Old School Yard, London Bridge
The Old School Yard is a self-titled party bar that’s perfect for hanging out with your mates, drinking cheap and cheerful drinks, and singing the night away to some banging tunes. The venue is known for its love of a funky 80s or 90s playlist, plus they have state-of-the-art private karaoke rooms you can hire out for your next special occasion too. Get your vocal cords warmed up, it’s time for a lively sing-along.
Vibes | Food & Drink | Value for Money | Uniqueness | Love Score | Book |