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Polo 24 Hour Bar and Restaurant - Polo Bar - 24 Hour Great British Café and Bar, London -, Greater London

Polo Bar - 24 Hour Great British Café and Bar

4.4 (373)
£25 and under
British
176 Bishopsgate, London -, Greater London EC2M 4NQ

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Polo Bar - 24 Hour Great British Café and Bar

4.4
£25 and under
British
Liverpool Street

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for brunch
  • Good for groups
  • Neighbourhood gem
Polo Bar is a 24 hour Café & Bar serving Great British food around the clock.
We also serve alcohol 24/7.
We are located bang opposite Liverpool Street Station on Bishopsgate - easy to get to and to get home from!!
We are famous for our legendary English Breakfasts and our pancakes.
All our food is freshly made to order and we source products locally where possible.
If you cannot find a reservation here please call to see if we have any additional space - 020 7283 4889.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Breakfast
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 05:00–04:45
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Jose Sousa
  • Catering
    From bespoke individual hot breakfast boxes, bacon butties, team lunches, to catering for large meetings, events and celebrations, whatever your request, we can deliver – and quickly!<br /><br />Our central kitchens by Liverpool Street mean we can deliver fast and be flexible. <br />We individually label our with info you require.<br />email info@polobar.co.uk
  • Private party facilities
    Hire the top floor of Polo Bar for up to 4 hours with room for up to 40 people, there is no hire charge but a minimum spend. We have three menus to chose from or curate your own menu.Minimum spend applies and can be used on any food or drink within the party menu.For enquiries call or email us at info@polobar.co.uk.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Liverpool Street
  • Cross street
    Bishopsgate - Opposite Liverpool Street Station
  • Parking Details
    Best to park on Middlesex Street or Finsbury Square
  • Public transport
    The Polo Bar is right outside Liverpool Street Station (Bishopsgate Exit) - get here by – British Rail, London Overground, TFL, Tube, Stansted Express and the Elizabeth Line. London Bridge is a short hop on the bus outside. While you are in the area why not pop round the corner to the amazing Spitalfields Market and explore trendy Shoreditch or join an East London walking tour.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

  • Polo Bar Burger Tower Stack and Challenge

    1 - 20 people

    Multiple dates available
    - £50 per Burger Stack - Not everyone on the table needs to do the challenge (e.g. just one person can and rest of table orders from menu) - Pre-booking is essential. We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. - Complete it in under 15 minutes and its’ yours for free, we’ll even give you a bottle of our finest Prosecco to help you wash it down! Brace yourself before you attempt to plough through 5 of our homemade steak burgers – which means 5 steak patties, paired with cheese, BBQ mayo and caramelised red onions, sandwiched between fresh sesame brioche buns. This monster stack is served on a bed of chips and onion rings for good measure. Customise your stack with a mix of chicken and beef, or opt for a vegetarian option.
    Polo Bar Burger Tower Stack and Challenge photo
  • Polo Bar Pancake Challenge

    1 - 20 people

    Multiple dates available
    Complete it in under 15 minutes and its’ yours for free, we’ll even give you a bottle of Prosecco. - £40 per Pancake Stack. - Not everyone on the table needs to do the challenge (e.g. just one person can and rest of table orders from menu) - Pre-booking is essential. Are you hungry enough for the epic pancake stack of 12 fluffy pancakes,  with your choice of: 1. Royal (signature dish) – Forest berries, vanilla cream and fruit coulis 2. Oreo Cookies and Cream – Oreo, vanilla cream and chocolate sauce 3. Lotus Banoffee – Lotus biscuits, toffee, vanilla cream and banana
    Polo Bar Pancake Challenge photo
  • Polo Bar Famous Birthday Pancakes Stack

    1 - 20 people

    Multiple dates available
    - £15 per Birthday Pancake Stack served 24/7. Celebrate in Polo Bar style with our birthday pancake tower!   An epic birthday treat. The 5 fluffy vanilla pancakes are piled high with delicious softly whipped vanilla cream, and fresh fruit, topped with sprinkles and a full-on fizzy sparkler. That's not all! On the side, we will of course add a slice of birthday cake so the birthday boy or girl can feel well and truly treated.
    Polo Bar Famous Birthday Pancakes Stack photo

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What 373 people are saying

Polo Bar - 24 Hour Great British Café and Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • City of London

    Great for brunch

  • City of London

    Child-friendly

  • City of London

    British

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Polo Bar - 24 Hour Great British Café and Bar offers "lovely food and atmosphere" with attentive staff. It's perfect for "a girly catch up" or a "fun birthday experience." Enjoy "big portions of good tasting food" and "value for money." The "breakfast again was spot on" and cocktails are 2-for-1 daily.
373 Reviews
  1. James

    London6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 31 May 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience, took my family. Lovely food service and surroundings. Thoroughly recommend.

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  2. Judith

    Norfolk/Suffolk3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 May 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful as always. Lovely staff, lovely food, lovely atmosphere. Thank you.

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  3. June

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 22 May 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a super girly catch up. Service, food and drinks were spot on / just what we wanted. Bobby was our waiter and he was super helpful, friendly and know he’s a massive asset to your staff team! Thanks guys, we’ll be back (apologies in advance)!!!

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  4. Christina Gold

    London2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 12 May 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    It’s exactly what you expect from a 24 hr diner. No more no less. Staff is great and the food is food. 2 for one drinks during happy hour is lovely

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  5. Ami

    London1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 12 April 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Our waitress Nusfirah was very helpful and kind it was so busy and she still had time to make my nieces birthday special with the birthday pancake special and a song and candle , we really appreciated her kindness and efficiency whilst us was very busy , thank you

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  6. Sam

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 6 April 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gerard was an absolute legend and made the burger challenge experience really good. Would 100% recommend giving it a spin

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  7. Chris

    London1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 22 March 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good traditional english cafe food, good service. Would go again WC not working when we visited though.

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  8. Julie

    London4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 21 March 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Great food which was good value. Cocktails 2 for 1 from 4-10pm every day - the rum punch was strong!

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  9. Nathan

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 20 March 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had the fish and chips and it was incredible. Big plates but cheap. Waiters are very friendly I loved it

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  10. Mel

    London7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a fantastic meal and experience at the polo bar in London the breakfast again was spot on . Quality ingredients and value for money . We will return again .

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Breakfast
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 05:00–04:45
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Jose Sousa
  • Catering
    From bespoke individual hot breakfast boxes, bacon butties, team lunches, to catering for large meetings, events and celebrations, whatever your request, we can deliver – and quickly!<br /><br />Our central kitchens by Liverpool Street mean we can deliver fast and be flexible. <br />We individually label our with info you require.<br />email info@polobar.co.uk
  • Private party facilities
    Hire the top floor of Polo Bar for up to 4 hours with room for up to 40 people, there is no hire charge but a minimum spend. We have three menus to chose from or curate your own menu.Minimum spend applies and can be used on any food or drink within the party menu.For enquiries call or email us at info@polobar.co.uk.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Liverpool Street
  • Cross street
    Bishopsgate - Opposite Liverpool Street Station
  • Parking Details
    Best to park on Middlesex Street or Finsbury Square
  • Public transport
    The Polo Bar is right outside Liverpool Street Station (Bishopsgate Exit) - get here by – British Rail, London Overground, TFL, Tube, Stansted Express and the Elizabeth Line. London Bridge is a short hop on the bus outside. While you are in the area why not pop round the corner to the amazing Spitalfields Market and explore trendy Shoreditch or join an East London walking tour.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

FAQs

Families often dine here and guests celebrate birthdays, so the venue is family‑friendly. However, the space is narrow and spread over three floors with tight seating; some guests found seating cramped or upstairs nicer. Accessibility for mobility needs isn’t clearly stated, if you need step‑free seating or specific arrangements, call ahead (020 7283 4889) so staff can advise and try to accommodate.

The atmosphere is casual, buzzy and friendly, a mix of greasy‑spoon charm and diner/bar energy. Guests praise the staff’s warmth and lively vibe, though music can be loud and the layout compact, which some find cramped. Overall it’s relaxed and sociable, great for groups, brunches or late‑night comfort food rather than a quiet, intimate meal.

Busiest: weekend brunches, Saturday evenings, pre‑/post‑show times and after events (guests mention lively weekend crowds and busy brunch slots). Quietest: mid‑afternoon weekdays and some late‑afternoon Sundays, one guest visited at 16:30 on a Sunday and found it very quiet. If you prefer calm, aim for off‑peak midweek or late afternoons.

Yes, it's best to call ahead with special requests, dietary needs or seating preferences. The restaurant asks callers to phone if bookings aren’t available (020 7283 4889), and guests report staff accommodating birthday requests and allergy notes when informed. For allergies or large groups, call in advance so the team can prepare.

Yes, families and children frequently visit, and guests celebrate birthdays with children. The menu has familiar breakfast and pancake options that appeal to kids. Note the venue's compact layout and close tables; for younger children or prams, an early seating or advance call is recommended to secure a comfortable spot.

Likely yes, Polo Bar presents itself as a 24‑hour café and bar with daily hours (Daily 05:00–04:45), which implies service on public holidays. If you plan a holiday visit, call ahead to confirm specific opening details or staffing changes.

For a quieter visit, mid‑afternoon weekdays or late‑afternoon Sunday (example: 16:30 on a Sunday was noted as very quiet) are good choices. Expect peak activity at weekend brunch times, Saturday evenings, pre/post‑show or match times and during bottomless‑brunch deals. If you prefer the lively atmosphere, weekends and early evenings are ideal.

Short answer: Yes for a casual, lively date night, but not for a quiet, romantic fine‑dining experience. Polo Bar is a buzzy, 24‑hour British café and bar opposite Liverpool Street, with big portions, pancakes and a lively drinks scene (2‑for‑1 cocktails reported). Expect loud music, close tables and an informal, friendly staff vibe, great if you want relaxed food and drinks after a show or train, less ideal for an intimate, quiet celebration.

It depends on your goal. For a lively brunch or drinks vibe, weekends (Saturday/Sunday) are best. For a quieter, more relaxed visit, midweek or late‑afternoon Sunday works well. Many guests praise the weekend brunch experience and bottomless offers, while others recommend weekdays for less crowding and quicker seating.

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A photo of Polo Bar - 24 Hour Great British Café and Bar restaurant

Polo Bar - 24 Hour Great British Café and Bar

4.4
£25 and under
British
Liverpool Street

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.
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