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Late night bars in Reading

When the night is still going in Reading, these Reading Cocktail Week partners keep serving late. Opening hours change, so check with the venue before you head out.

Late night bars at a glance

BarFri and Sat untilSundays until
Lola Lo
Friar Street and Station Hill
3amClosed
The Cocktail Club
Gun Street, King Street and the Oracle
2:30am12:30am
Milk Bar
Friar Street and Station Hill
midnight11pm

Opening times, bookings and seating from Google Maps, checked 7 November. They change, so check with the venue.

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Spin and we'll pick one of the 3 Reading bars on this page.

Walk it in one night

The shortest walking order for 3 of these bars, about 7 minutes on foot in total.

  1. Milk Bar
  2. Lola LoAbout 2 minutes' walk from Milk Bar
  3. The Cocktail ClubAbout 5 minutes' walk from Lola Lo
Walking route in Google Maps

Map of late night bars in Reading

Numbers match the bars below. Tap a pin for the name.

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Lola Lo, Reading

Lola Lo

Tiki bar and club · Friar Street and Station Hill · ££

Open until 3am Fri and SatAlcohol-free signature

A Pacific island-themed cocktail bar and club on Friar Street, with bamboo shacks and Easter Island-style heads.

Reading Cocktail Week 2026 signatureMezcal Watermelon Margarita Mezcal Quiquiriqui, Fresh Lime Juice, Triple Sec, Muddled Watermelon, Watermelon Syrup

Alcohol-freeMule Mojito vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Wed closed, Thu to Sat 9pm to 3am, Sun closed

127, Friar St, Reading, RG1 1EP

Milk Bar, Reading

Milk Bar

Cocktail bar · Friar Street and Station Hill · ££

Open until midnight Fri and SatAlcohol-free signature

A cocktail bar on Merchants Place, with music.

Reading Cocktail Week 2026 signatureReading Milk Black Tears Spiced Rum, Coffee Liqueur, Milk, Nutmeg, and Sugar

Alcohol-freeBiscoff Martini Mocktail vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Sat 5pm to midnight, Sun 5pm to 11pm

8 Merchants Place, Reading, RG1 1DT

The Cocktail Club, Reading

The Cocktail Club

Cocktail bar · Gun Street, King Street and the Oracle · ££

Open until 2:30am Fri and SatAlcohol-free signature

A playful cocktail bar on Gun Street.

Reading Cocktail Week 2026 signaturePizza Party Ghost Tequila, Tomato Water (made in house), Basil & Oregano Syrup (made in house), Supasawa, Saline

Alcohol-freeSilent Disco vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Wed 4pm to 1am, Thu 4pm to 2am, Fri 4pm to 2:30am, Sat 2pm to 2:30am, Sun 4pm to 12:30am

5-6 Gun St, Reading, RG1 2JR

Late night bars in Reading: your questions

Which Reading bars are open late?

Lola Lo, Milk Bar and The Cocktail Club are known for late nights. Check opening hours with the venue before you go.

Which of these stay open latest?

Going by Google Maps, Lola Lo (until 3am on Fridays and Saturdays), The Cocktail Club (until 2:30am on Fridays and Saturdays) and Milk Bar (until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays). Hours change, so check with the venue before you go.

Where can I get a late drink on a Sunday?

Going by Google Maps, The Cocktail Club (until 12:30am).

Are they open on Mondays?

Most are. Lola Lo is closed on Mondays, going by Google Maps.

Do they do alcohol-free cocktails?

Yes. 3 of these made an alcohol-free signature for Reading Cocktail Week 2026, including Mule Mojito at Lola Lo, Biscoff Martini Mocktail at Milk Bar and Silent Disco at The Cocktail Club.

When is the next Reading Cocktail Week?

The next Reading Cocktail Week runs 2 to 11 July 2027. Signature cocktails start from £6 with a wristband, and every venue serves an alcohol-free option.

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Reading Cocktail Week 2027

One wristband, Reading's best bars

The next Reading Cocktail Week runs 2 to 11 July 2027. One wristband gets you a signature cocktail from £6 in bars across Reading, an alcohol-free version in every venue, and extra wristband deals.

  • A signature cocktail created for the week in every venue taking part, from £6
  • An alcohol-free drink in every venue
  • Extra deals for wristband holders

Bars were checked against each venue and local listings on 7 November 2026. Photos were supplied by the venues for Reading Cocktail Week 2026. The cocktails named are the Reading Cocktail Week 2026 signatures and may not be on the menu all year. Opening times and menus change, so check with the venue before you go. Price guide: £ good value, ££ mid-range, £££ special occasion.

Reading Cocktail Week2 July to 11 July
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