Bars in Leicester city centre suit different occasions: relaxed rooms for after-work drinks, cosy corners for date nights, large venues for big groups and private-hire bars for celebrations. Watson's on Granby Street covers after-work, date night and private hire.
Searching for bars in Leicester city centre returns hundreds of results. Here's a shorter way to decide, organised by what you're actually doing.
After Work
You want a quick walk from the office, a seat, and a drink that isn't an afterthought. Read our full guide to after-work drinks in Leicester city centre.
Date Night
Low light, comfortable seating and music you can talk over. Cosy cocktail bars work best — see our date night guide.
Big Groups
Book ahead, agree a budget and decide in advance whether you want the whole bar or just a section. Our private party hire guide explains how.
Birthdays And Celebrations
A bar you can reserve exclusively lets you control the music, the timing and the guest list. Watson's offers full private hire for up to 50 guests on Sundays to Wednesdays.
Business Meetings And Clients
You need somewhere calm enough to talk and polished enough to impress. See choosing a bar for business meetings.
Pre-Theatre And Post-Show
With Curve and De Montfort Hall nearby, a pre- or post-show drink is a Leicester staple. More in our Cultural Quarter guide.
Where Watson's Fits
Watson's is a cocktail bar on Granby Street, open Thursday to Saturday for walk-ins and groups, and available for private hire the rest of the week. For the full picture, see the Leicester bars guide and key facts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Look for a bar that takes group bookings and has flexible seating. Watson's offers partial private hire Thursday to Saturday and exclusive hire Sunday to Wednesday for up to 50 guests.
Central bars close to offices and the station are ideal. Watson's on Granby Street is open Thursday to Saturday and runs an after-work Happy Hour on Thursdays from 5 to 7pm.
A cosy bar with comfortable seating and proper cocktails suits a date well. Watson's booth seating and low lighting are designed for conversation.
Plan Your Visit To Watson's
94 Granby Street, Leicester. Walk-ins welcome Thursday to Saturday — or enquire about private hire.
Contact Watson's
