Late Night
Late-Night Bar In Leicester – Open Until 1am Fridays & Saturdays
Quick Answer
Looking for a late-night bar in Leicester city centre? Watson's Cocktail Bar on Granby Street is open until 1am every Friday and Saturday, and until midnight on Thursdays — a cosy cocktail bar for after-dinner drinks, post-show nightcaps and Leicester nightlife that doesn't have to be loud.
Opening Hours
When We're Open Late
| Sunday–Wednesday | Private Hire & Events |
| Thursday | 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Friday | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Saturday | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
Hours can change around events and bank holidays — check our contact page or ring ahead.
What To Expect
A Calmer Kind Of Late Night
Proper Cocktails
Signature serves and classics — see the cocktail bar page — made to the same standard at 12:30am as at 6pm.
Seating
Booth seating and low light, so a late drink stays a conversation rather than a shout.
Wine & Whisky
A curated wine list and whisky shelf for slower, later drinks.
Small Plates
Plant-based tapas to share when the evening needs a second wind.
Plan Your Night
A Late Night That Runs Smoothly
The best late nights are planned in the early evening: where you'll start, where you'll finish and how everyone gets home. We're a natural final stop — central, comfortable and open until 1am on weekends — and a good first stop if the night is just getting started.
For groups, book ahead. For celebrations, consider hiring the bar outright Sunday to Wednesday; you'll set the music, the guest list and the finish time.
- Check last trains and buses before you head out
- Book groups of six or more
- Agree a meeting point and a plan for getting home
- Eat early — small plates count
- Planning a late party? Ask about exclusive hire
- Ring +44 7961 768949 for same-day questions
Find Us
94 Granby Street, Leicester LE1 1DJ
In the heart of Leicester city centre.
FAQ
Late-Night Bar FAQ
Watson's is open until midnight on Thursdays and until 1am on Fridays and Saturdays.
Yes — on Fridays and Saturdays the bar is open until 1am, with cocktails, wine, whisky and small plates in a relaxed setting.
Watson's is open to the public Thursday to Saturday (Thursday until midnight, Friday and Saturday until 1am). Sunday to Wednesday it's reserved for private hire.
Please call +44 7961 768949 for the latest entry details before a busy night.
Yes. Groups of six or more should book ahead via the contact form or by phone.
Yes. Exclusive private hire is available Sunday to Wednesday for up to 50 guests; contact us to agree timings.
Check last trains and buses before you go, and taxis are easy to find in the city centre. See our directions guide.
