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Bars In Leicester City Centre – Watson's On Granby Street

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Looking for bars in Leicester city centre? Watson's Cocktail Bar is at 94 Granby Street, in the middle of the city and a short walk from the railway station, the shops and the Cultural Quarter. Expect crafted cocktails, wine, whisky, plant-based small plates and a cosy room made for conversation.

Why Watson's

A Different Kind Of City-Centre Bar

Central And Easy

Granby Street sits in the middle of Leicester city centre — easy from the station, the shops and most offices.

Cosy By Design

Booth seating, warm lighting and a room where you can hear each other.

Open When You Need It

Thursday until midnight; Friday and Saturday until 1am. Private hire Sunday to Wednesday.

Drinks With A Point Of View

Signature cocktails, curated wines and whisky — plus vegan options.

Getting Here

How To Find Watson's From Around The City Centre

From The Railway Station

A short walk into the centre — roughly 10–15 minutes at a steady pace (check a live map for your route).

From The Cultural Quarter

Close by — handy for pre- and post-show drinks near Curve.

From The Shops

An easy walk from the main shopping streets.

By Taxi Or Bus

Ask for 94 Granby Street, LE1 1DJ. Check a journey planner for current bus routes.

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Plan Your Night

Bars In Leicester City Centre, By Occasion

Back bar and spirits at Watson's Cocktail Bar, Leicester

After-Work Drinks

Thursday Happy Hour 5–7pm and relaxed team nights.

Happy Hour
Signature cocktail served at Watson's Cocktail Bar, Leicester

Cocktails

Signature, classic and vegan cocktails.

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94 Granby Street, Leicester LE1 1DJ

In the heart of Leicester city centre.

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FAQ

Bars In Leicester City Centre: FAQ

94 Granby Street, Leicester LE1 1DJ — in the middle of the city centre, within a short walk of the shops, theatres and railway station.

It's a short walk — roughly ten to fifteen minutes at a steady pace. Please check a live map for your exact route.

Yes, it's an easy walk from Curve and the Cultural Quarter, which makes it a popular spot for pre- and post-show drinks.

Watson's is open until 1am on Fridays and Saturdays and midnight on Thursdays.

A cosy, classic cocktail bar with signature serves, curated wine and whisky, booth seating and a proper private hire offering for up to 50 guests.

Yes. Groups can reserve space Thursday to Saturday, or hire the whole bar Sunday to Wednesday.

Granby Street and the surrounding streets have a mix of bars and restaurants, which is why it's a good area to build an evening around. See our Leicester bars guide.

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Granby Street, Leicester

Walk-ins welcome Thursday to Saturday.

📍 94 Granby Street, Leicester LE1 1DJ 📞 +44 7961 768949 📧 info@watsonsbar.co.uk
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