Outside view of the Jamaica Winehouse in London

interior of pub with ambient lighting and decor

Jamaica Wine House

The Jampot, London

Known by locals as ‘The Jampot’, The Jamaica Wine House is the historic birthplace of London’s impressive coffee house scene. It has a rich, vibrant history, stretching back hundreds of years - with visits from many important historical figures.

Now, The Jamaica Wine House is a Grade II listed building, hidden away in St Michael’s Alley amid a labyrinth of charming medieval courts and backstreets near Monument, and is one of the Square Mile’s most popular pubs and wine bars.

Man handing cocktail to customers at a bar

Woman walking through door of bar called the Jamacia Wine House

Moody red bar interior with hanging painting and table lamps

A distinctive new space

The Jamaica Clubhouse has now opened, transforming our former basement bar into a distinctive new destination while retaining the character and heritage of the building above.

Classic Victorian features sit alongside rich red décor, velvet seating and closely arranged tables, with quirky details adding to the atmosphere - including a small booth complete with its own disco ball.

The space will also host a programme of Cellar Sessions, featuring live music, tastings and cocktail-making workshops. See our Facebook page for the latest events and offers.

A cup of Creekside coffee on the table with a bag of Creekside coffee beans to the left and coffee beans scattered on the table to the right of the coffee cup.

The first London Coffee House

This central London pub opened here in 1652, counting Samuel Pepys amongst its earliest patrons. Now, city workers and tourists make space in their diaries to visit for entirely different reasons - with fine ales, wines and history making it one of the City’s top pubs and bars.

Offering guests the best of both worlds, this coffee house, wine bar, and pub is split in two to cater for all tastes. At ground level, you’ll find a traditional London pub, with a wood-panelled bar, high ceilings and a super selection of Kentish cask ales and international lagers.

History

A traditional London pub

A beautiful red sandstone building, dating back to 1869 and designed in art nouveau style. Many of the original features are still here, including the 19th century cooker once used to roast coffee beans.

It is a popular after-work destination, with many patrons enjoying the opportunity to grab a drink and gather in the alley outside on a warm evening. Put simply, however you choose to enjoy The Jamaica Wine House is up to you — for the beer or for the company. But, whether it’s just drinks, inside or out, upstairs or down - The Jamaica Wine House is one of the most charming bars and pubs in London.

For more information about the historic Jamaica Wine House contact our friendly team today.