Clapham High Street at Night

Address Clapham High Street, London, SW4

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Though rather surprising as a popular night spot, given that it looks a little drab during the day, Clapham High Street has actually begun to pull in the crowds not just from the immediate area but also further afield, primarily we suspect because of the reputation that Suede has as one of the cheesiest clubs in London. The queues which now form outside the club each weekend are proof if you need it of the place's growing popularity.

Clapham High Street has more to offer than just one club though. Stretching from Clapham North tube station right down to Clapham Common and beyond, there are restaurants and bars dotted all along. Our favourites include The Alexandra, just a stones throw from Clapham Common tube and is a big, cheery pub with something of the Irish pub feel to it – try the Sunday night comedy offered in the upstairs bar; The Fine Line is always popular at the top end of the street, if a little predictible; The Kazbar further nearer to Clapham North is openly camp but very friendly (especically the bouncers who dress as fairies!); or there's The Railway just further down again – a converted old pub with fabulous thai food.

It's the vairety of tastes that are catered for which makes Clapham High Street so appealing. Unless you want the cheesy sounds of Suede, it's definitely more a place for good bars and good value food than it is for dancing.