Croydon beer gardens, terraces and rooftops

We originally put this list together to celebrate the easing of lockdown – that moment in April 2021 when outdoor drinking and dining for groups of up to 6 people could commence.

Things have moved on a little since then (hurrah!), so we’ve tweaked the below to cater for those looking for an alfresco spot over the summer (come rain or shine!)

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Art & Craft
Watch the world (well, Croydon) go by at this Surrey Street venue. The independent beer pros regularly team up with food trucks that park up outside to feed hungry drinkers.
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Bagattis
This team of Croydon legends have re-opened their (out)doors to serve up the delicious Italian cuisine they’ve built their reputation on over the past 30 years.
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Big Mike’s Rooftop BBQ at Boxpark
This summer, Big Mike’s Calypso Kitchen will be regularly taking over the upper terrace at Boxpark. Serving up a delicious menu from the BBQ alongside rum punch served and steel pans playing in the background, you’ll be transported to the Islands in no time! Their next event (17th June) is a partnership with Beefeeter Gin (giving the first 100 people a free cocktail on arrival).
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Boxpark
On the day’s Big Mike’s Calypso Kitchen hasn’t taken over the upper terrace, you can grab your food from the range of international street food traders downstairs and head to the roof to soak up the sunshine.
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Craft Beer Cabin
This home-away-from-home Beer Shop and Tap Room near Norwood Junction, offers 6 beers on tap and another 80-100 in the fridge for takeaway or to drink on-site (with tables outside)
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Dog and Bull
At the oldest pub in Croydon, the (not-so-secret) beer garden offers shade and heat – and so can cater for all our British weathers!
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Mr Fox
The team were busy over lockdown creating a much larger outdoor area that spills onto Surrey Street. Complete with umbrellas and heaters, it’s an ideal spot for all weathers.
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Signal Brewery
This Croydon based craft-beer brewery also has a Taproom so you can enjoy a fresh beer amongst the steel barrels it’s brewed in. But it’s not just for beer lovers with a menu that also includes wine, cocktails and spirits (including their own London Dry Gin). The Taproom is open from 4pm on Fridays and from 1pm on Saturdays – book ahead to secure your seat in the sun.
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Snake and Mongoose Grill Bar
Taking it’s influence from Jamaican and British roots, this bar and grill has a small rooftop bar tucked away at the back. Perfect for sipping on their infamous RnB mojitos.
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The Alma Tavern
A 15 min walk from East Croydon station, this traditional pub offers seating out front as well as a beer garden at the back.
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The Oval Tavern
Tucked away down a quiet residential street a short stroll from East Croydon station, the pub’s walled garden feels miles away from city life.
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The Portland Arms
Located in the heart of South Norwood, this community pub offers a big beer garden (which gets the marquee treatment each winter)
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The Royal Standard
This classic back street pub now has it’s own beer garden. Located under the underpass, it offers the authentic urban experience (!)
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The Treehouse
The much-loved beer garden also streams occasional sports events on their big screen.
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The Yard Bar
The Yard Bar at Stanley Arts in South Norwood is perfect for al fresco drinks…and you might even get a little live entertainment while you’re there! Open til 10.30pm on Fri and Saturdays (and til 8pm on Sundays).
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