Gaming Bar London

Hidden behind Aldgate East station, XP Tavern looks like it’s straight from a sci-fi movie. There are gaming zones for every player from solo to team plays, cutting edge PCs, next-gen consoles, networking area, and even live sport events and movie nights.

 

Gaming But Better

 

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XP Tavern is a futuristic gaming lounge, nested in Chaucer Gardens near Aldgate East station.

It’s an immersive social hub catering all player needs, whether you’re a solo player or arrive with a team.

 

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Their iconic giant gold controller in the Golden Bar provides the perfect backdrop for selfies and looks incredible in every photo and TikTok video. The semi-private booths are fully equipped with everything you need for an unforgettable gaming night.

 

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Large plasma TVs, the latest controllers, a comfy sofa, the best games and a ‘call’ button are all at hand to keep you and your squad entertained and fuelled all night long.

 

The semi-private booths are perfect for couples and teams up to 10 people.

 

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If you prefer PC games, the Hexagon is your place!

 

The Hexagon is in the very centre of the gaming bar and provides 15 elite gaming stations featuring high-performance rigs built for immersive gameplay.

 

This area is perfect for solo players or competitive sessions with friends.

 

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PC Bootcamps are built for competitive gaming at the highest level. It contains 2 x 5-PC team setups, ideal to practice, strategies and tactile upcoming tournaments.

 

The Best Games

 

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XP Tavern offers a wide variety of games regularly rotating to cater every need from the classic favourites to competitive shooters to e-sports and retro games.

 

Want to play with a game not on the list? Simply, make a booking via Private Hire, and the staff is happy to pre-install your game by the time you arrive.

 

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Need a bit of time off screen? Free board games are available to enjoy some off-screen entertainment after gaming or between sessions.

  

Fuel Up, Level Up

 

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To keep your energy high, sharable platters, fast-serve bites and themed specials, cocktails, low and non-alcoholic drinks are available for table or bar service, tab service and pre-order options. Choose whichever best suits your needs.

 

Vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options also available.

 

Private Cinema Rooms

 

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 XP Tavern also offers Private Cinema Rooms for intimate screening and broadcasts of major sporting events.

You can order food and drink to your booth, so you can enjoy an uninterrupted event with your team.

 

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Bottomless drinks also available on every Friday from 3pm – 9pm. You can add Bottomless to any main when booking.

 

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Plus, every Sunday & Monday you can get £1 chicken wings with any gaming experience!

Happy Hours are from Sunday – Thursday evenings. Two cocktails for £13.

 

Practical Info

 

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Address

XP Tavern | 9 Chaucer Gardens, London E1 8QG

(Nearest station is Aldgate East | Circle, District and Hammersmith & City lines)

 

Opening Times

Mon – Thu: 3pm – 10pm

Fri: 3pm – 12am

Sat: 12pm – 12am

12pm – 10pm

 

Booking

Book your session on XP Tavern’s official website.

 

 

 

 

Ready for your next adventure? Here’s another hidden gaming bar you’ll love. It’s called Platform Shoreditch and it’s perfect for families with kids. It has parenting control and you can call the waiter by hitting an illuminating Super Marion block!