The best late-night spots in Notting Hill keep serving when most of the neighbourhood has gone quiet: a kitchen for a proper meal, a pub for another round, or a bar with atmosphere but no need for a cloakroom. This guide separates genuinely useful late opening from places that only stretch to an early last order.
The local tip: The bacon naan roll is essential. Queue early on weekends
Dishoom's all-day Bombay-inspired bar-cafe in a grand Victorian building on Portobello Road. The breakfast naan rolls, black daal, and signature lamb chops are just as excellent as the main Dishoom restaurants, but the Permit Room format is more intimate and cocktail-forward. Live DJs, art-filled interiors. A tribute to the Irani cafes of old Bombay. Also has boutique lodging rooms upstairs.
The local tip: Ask for the garden room upstairs — the retractable glass roof and greenery make it the best seat in the house, whatever the weather.
A three-storey boho restaurant and late-night bar that is one of Notting Hill's coolest spots. Enter through a dramatic mural by Portuguese street artist Vhils into dark, moody interiors. Strong natural wine list and seasonal cocktail menu. Wood-fired plates on the food side. The garden room upstairs has a retractable glass roof filled with plants. One of the few places on Portobello where you can drink past midnight.
The local tip: Mexican-Japanese fusion done right. The mole negro taco is a standout
A high-energy Japanese-Mexican fusion restaurant near Notting Hill Gate. The crab-stuffed tostaditos and spicy salmon on crispy rice are standout dishes. The concept draws from the shared Pacific coast heritage of Japanese and Mexican cuisines. Late-night hours and a strong cocktail programme make it a destination that extends well beyond dinner. The vibe is lively and social.
The local tip: Let the bartenders walk you down the mezcal list — and check the weekly listing first, since hours and DJ nights move around.
Hidden beneath Zephyr restaurant, this is one of Notting Hill's most talked-about agave bars. 1970s-inspired retro decor, a deep tequila and mezcal list, and an intimate basement room make it a strong late-night option off Portobello Road. Walk-in policies, DJs and hours can shift, so check the current weekly listing before going.
The local tip: Check what's on before you go — every night draws a completely different crowd, and the little street door is easy to walk past.
Legendary basement club in the heart of Notting Hill. Mark Ronson's favourite hangout. Scruffy-chic vibe with club nights every night of the week. Events range from live bands to themed Soviet nights to Creation Records founder Alan McGee's "Death Disco" night. Capacity 218. Not polished, not trying to be -- this is where Notting Hill's counter-cultural spirit still lives.
The local tip: Thai street food done properly. The pad kra pao is fiery and brilliant
The second outpost of one of London's most acclaimed Thai restaurants. Speedboat brings the flavours of Bangkok's Chinatown to Portobello Road: wok-fired stir fries, zingy salads, fragrant curries, and punchy noodles. The spicy chicken salad and drunken noodles are must-orders. From JKS Restaurants (behind Gymkhana, BAO). Set in the iconic former Electric cinema building. Open late on weekends.
The local tip: Head straight through to the heated courtyard — and with a midnight close every day, it outlasts almost everything else by the Gate.
A relaxed pub right next to Notting Hill Gate station with one of the area's best courtyard beer gardens -- heated, with hanging lights, lush greenery, and bold wall art, seating up to 47. Wednesday night quiz. Live sports on Sky. The famous Gate Theatre (75-seat fringe venue) used to be upstairs. Open until midnight every day. Probably the oldest pub in the area, dating from the 1800s.
The local tip: Basement rum bar vibes. The daiquiri is superb
A legendary basement tiki bar that has been a Portobello Road institution since 2003. Kitsch decor modelled on Elvis's Jungle Room at Graceland, with an extensive rum list, colourful tropical cocktails, and DJs on weekends. The cocktail programme is award-winning and taken seriously -- this is not a gimmick bar. Featured on the World's 50 Best Discovery list. Walk down the stairs from Portobello Road into what feels like a different world.
The local tip: Sit at the bar and let them build something around mezcal for you.
A basement cocktail bar on Notting Hill Gate that blends Tokyo and Tulum with a zero-waste, agave-forward drinks list. It is listed by 50 Best Discovery and ranked No.99 in The World’s 50 Best Bars 2024 extended 51-100 list. Dark, transportive and serious about its craft without the attitude.
What makes a good late-night spot in Notting Hill?
A guide tag narrows the use case, but it does not replace judgement. The place still has to work in real life: the room, the service, the food or offer, and whether I would send someone there for that exact reason.
How this guide for a late one is curated
9 places in Notting Hill currently make this guide because they hold up for this exact use. I start with places I would recommend, then use reader agree/disagree signals to catch drift. Paid placement is not part of the ranking. If new details no longer match the guide, the listing is reviewed and can come off.
Frequently asked
What's the best late-night spot in Notting Hill?
Dishoom Permit Room Portobello, Gold, and Los Mochis are the top late night picks in Notting Hill. The selection reflects Andrew's editorial judgment and this guide's late-night spot criteria.
Where can I find late night places in Notting Hill?
This guide covers 9 late night places in Notting Hill. They span 3 categories: restaurants, pubs, places.
Which restaurants in Notting Hill are good for a late one?
3 restaurants fit the late night brief, including Dishoom Permit Room Portobello, Los Mochis, and Speedboat Bar at The Electric. Each is rated by community agreement.
Which pubs in Notting Hill are good for a late one?
5 pubs fit the late night brief, including Gold, Naked & Famous, and The Prince Albert. Each is rated by community agreement.
Which places in Notting Hill are good for a late one?
1 places fit the late night brief, including Notting Hill Arts Club. Each is rated by community agreement.
How is this guide for a late one curated?
Andrew starts with places he would recommend, then anonymous agree/disagree votes can move the order around. Paid placement is not part of the ranking.
