Dog-Friendly Pubs in Shoreditch

Shoreditch has become one of East London's most vibrant neighbourhoods, and its pub scene offers plenty of spots where you and your four-legged friend can enjoy a drink. All 8 venues listed here were checked by Paws of London before listing, though none have a confirmed dog policy yet, so it's worth calling ahead before you travel.

The Edge Bar, rated 4.7 out of 5, has been serving expertly crafted cocktails and quality beers since 2015, with both cosy indoor and outdoor seating. Swift Shoreditch, also rated 4.7, sits just a 4-minute walk from Old Street station in the heart of the neighbourhood. If you're after outdoor space, 2 of the 8 pubs have outdoor seating, including The Shoreditch Arms, which also boasts an enclosed garden and is a 5-minute walk from Shoreditch High Street station.

Most of these pubs are clustered around Shoreditch High Street and Old Street stations, making them easy to reach whether you're a local or visiting with your dog for the day.

This page combines Paws of London venue records with information published on venue websites and, where available, supplied by venues or contributed by visitors. Where a dog policy is shown as not yet confirmed, we have not checked it with the venue: call ahead before travelling.

• The Edge Bar – 23-24 Shoreditch High St, London E1 6PG, United Kingdom (4.7/5)

  The Edge is a distinctive Shoreditch pub offering expertly crafted cocktails, quality beers, and delicious food since 2015. With both cosy indoor and outdoor seating, it's a welcoming spot for socialising with friends. Located right by Shoreditch High Street station, The Edge's outdoor space and casual vibe make it dog-friendly for owners wanting to enjoy drinks and food with their four-legged companions.

• Swift Shoreditch – 91-93 Great Eastern St, London EC2A 3HZ, United Kingdom (4.7/5)

  Swift Shoreditch is a vibrant pub located in the heart of Shoreditch, just a 4-minute walk from Old Street station. Although specific dog-friendly policies aren't detailed, its listing as a dog-friendly venue suggests a welcoming atmosphere for your canine companions. Enjoy their seasonal specials and classic cocktails in a relaxed setting in the City of London.

• The Carpenters Arms – 73 Cheshire St, London E2 6EG, United Kingdom (4.5/5)

  Nestled in the vibrant Shoreditch area, The Carpenters Arms is a welcoming pub with outdoor seating perfect for you and your dog. Located in Tower Hamlets, it's just a short 6-minute walk from Bethnal Green Rail station. Enjoy a relaxing time here, knowing your furry friend is welcome to join the experience.

• The Shoreditch Arms – 127 Shoreditch High St, London E1 6JE, United Kingdom (4.4/5)

  The Shoreditch Arms is a pub at 127 Shoreditch High Street, in Hackney. Its website calls it "a lively and atmospheric pub in the heart of Shoreditch serving delicious food, craft beers, wines & spirits". Downstairs is Bar Kick, which the pub describes as its basement for sporting and gaming good times. The pub says it shows live sport there, promising "an unmatched gameday experience". During the week the pub serves lunch options and small plates, alongside craft beers, cocktails, wines and spirits. The pub is part of the Urban Pubs and Bars group, whose site carries its page. Paws of London lists it as dog-friendly after an editorial check; the dog-policy card below shows where that comes from and when it was last checked. Outdoor seating and an enclosed garden are recorded. The nearest stations are Shoreditch High Street, a 5 minute walk, Hoxton (7 minutes) and Old Street (8 minutes).

• Queen's Head Shoreditch – 222 Shoreditch High St, London E1 6PJ, United Kingdom (4.4/5)

  Queen's Head Shoreditch is a pub at 222 Shoreditch High Street in East London, run by Urban Pubs and Bars. Its website describes it as a place for after-work drinks, burgers and classic cocktails, and as a spot to meet friends and family for drinks, a bite, or both. Beer is the main draw. The pub lists international classics, local craft beer and beer brewed on site, and the team offers beer flights and samples. The food side is British pub classics and burgers. Beyond the bar, the pub has shuffleboard, karaoke, and live screenings of sport including Premier League football, cricket, tennis and rugby. Table bookings are made through the Urban Pubs and Bars website. Shoreditch High Street station is a 1 minute walk away, with Liverpool Street and Old Street both around 8 to 9 minutes on foot. Paws of London lists it as dog-friendly after an editorial check; the dog-policy card below shows where that comes from and when it was last checked.

• Commercial Tavern – 142 Commercial St, London E1 6NU, United Kingdom (4.4/5)

  Commercial Tavern is a pub at 142-144 Commercial Street, on the edge of Spitalfields and Shoreditch in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. Its website describes it as a Victorian corner pub with an upstairs cocktail bar, large windows and eccentric decoration. The bar serves a selection of rotating craft beers, cocktails and a wide range of spirits. Food comes from Meat Stop, a burger operation that the pub says uses dry-aged British beef and house-made sauces. The pub also has a variety of spaces available for private hire, for events such as birthdays, office parties and gatherings with friends and family. Its navigation also points to a games section with table football. The nearest stations are Shoreditch High Street (3 minutes on foot), Liverpool Street (8 minutes) and Aldgate East (9 minutes). The website does not state a clear dog policy, so check with the pub before bringing a dog. Paws of London lists it as dog-friendly after an editorial check; the dog-policy card below shows where that comes from and when it was last checked.

• Three Crowns – 8 East Rd, London N1 6AD, United Kingdom (4.3/5)

  Three Crowns is a pub at 8 East Road in Shoreditch, about a 2 minute walk from Old Street station. Its website lists the address as 8 East Road, Shoreditch, N1 6AD, and the pub is also known as The Three Crown Old Street. The food side is run by a head chef who cooks pub classics. The pub says its menus cover mains, burgers, bar snacks and Sunday roasts, and the bar serves craft beers and real ales on tap alongside cocktails. Its drinks range runs from popular lagers to local craft beers, ales, stouts and ciders, and it describes the selection as suited to an after-work pint. Sport is shown here too: the pub says it carries a range of sporting events on both Sky Sports and TNT Sports, including Premier League and rugby. Paws of London lists it as dog-friendly after an editorial check; the dog-policy card below shows where that comes from and when it was last checked. Old Street is the nearest station, with Shoreditch High Street about 11 minutes on foot and Hoxton about 12.

• The Barley Mow – 127 Curtain Rd, London EC2A 3BX, United Kingdom (4.2/5)

  A welcoming pub on Curtain Road in Shoreditch, just a 5-minute walk from Shoreditch High Street station. The Barley Mow serves drinks in a relaxed setting and appears dog-friendly—many London pubs welcome well-behaved dogs, and this one's casual vibe makes it a natural spot for a pint with your pup. Open weekdays and Saturdays from 4pm, it's perfect for evening outings.

• Owl & Pussycat – 34 Redchurch St, London E2 7DP, United Kingdom (4.2/5)

  The Owl & Pussycat is a pub at 34 Redchurch Street in Shoreditch, a short walk from Shoreditch High Street station. It describes itself as considered by many to be the soul of Shoreditch. The kitchen serves pub food, sharing boards and lunch buns, with beers on draft and cocktails, and there are coffee and lunch menus for people working from the pub in the week. Sunday roasts come with bottomless Yorkshire puddings and unlimited gravy. At the rear is a beer garden, covered and fitted with heaters. Upstairs, the first-floor room called the Jago is a cocktail bar, and the Private Jago Room holds up to 45 people for meetings. The pub says the garden is dog-friendly, and Paws of London records outdoor seating, an enclosed garden and outdoor heaters. The nearest stations are Shoreditch High Street, about 2 minutes on foot, Hoxton at 10 minutes and Old Street at 11 minutes.

Nearest Stations

• Shoreditch High Street (9 venues)
• Old Street (7 venues)
• Hoxton (5 venues)
• Liverpool Street (3 venues)
• Aldgate East (1 venue)

Are dogs allowed in Shoreditch pubs?

All 8 pubs on this page were checked by Paws of London before listing through their websites and recent reviews, but none have a confirmed dog policy yet. This includes The Edge Bar, Swift Shoreditch, The Carpenters Arms, Queen's Head Shoreditch, The Shoreditch Arms, Commercial Tavern, Three Crowns, and The Barley Mow. We recommend calling ahead before you visit to confirm the current policy and any specific rules about where dogs can sit.

Which Shoreditch pubs have outdoor seating for dogs?

Two of the 8 pubs listed have outdoor seating. The Carpenters Arms offers outdoor seating and is a 6-minute walk from Bethnal Green Rail station. The Shoreditch Arms provides both outdoor seating and an enclosed garden, located 5 minutes on foot from Shoreditch High Street station. Both venues were checked by Paws of London before listing, though their dog policies are not yet confirmed, so do call ahead.

Which are the highest-rated dog-friendly pubs in Shoreditch?

The Edge Bar and Swift Shoreditch both hold ratings of 4.7 out of 5. The Edge Bar has been offering expertly crafted cocktails, quality beers, and delicious food since 2015, with both indoor and outdoor seating, just 2 minutes from Shoreditch High Street station. Swift Shoreditch is 4 minutes from Old Street station. Both were checked by Paws of London before listing, though their dog policies are not yet confirmed.

Are there any Shoreditch pubs with enclosed gardens for dogs?

One of the 8 pubs has an enclosed garden. The Shoreditch Arms offers an enclosed garden along with outdoor seating, and serves classic pub food, craft beer, and cocktails. It's a 5-minute walk from Shoreditch High Street station. The venue was checked by Paws of London before listing, but its dog policy is not yet confirmed, so it's best to ring ahead before visiting.

Which Shoreditch pubs are closest to the station?

Queen's Head Shoreditch is just a 1-minute walk from Shoreditch High Street station and is known for its excellent craft beers and classic pub food. The Edge Bar and Three Crowns are both 2 minutes on foot from their nearest stations-Shoreditch High Street and Old Street respectively. All three were checked by Paws of London before listing, though their dog policies are not yet confirmed.

Can I take my dog to a traditional pub in Shoreditch?

Three Crowns is a traditional pub in Shoreditch known for its excellent classic pub fare, including hearty mains, burgers, and Sunday roasts. It's a 2-minute walk from Old Street station and was checked by Paws of London before listing, though its dog policy is not yet confirmed. The Barley Mow on Curtain Road also serves drinks in a relaxed setting and was similarly checked before listing. Call ahead to confirm their current policies.