Dan's
Kingsland, London
Bar in London, United Kingdom
Book with PearlWhy go
Dan's works for an easy Dalston wine-bar stop when the list matters more than a formal dining setup. The 2026 Star Wine List recognition gives it credibility, but the smarter play is one or two rounds rather than treating it as a full-night plan.
About Dan's
Dan's is a London venue with casual dress and Star Wine List recognition for 2026. Plan around the basics; its London location, casual dress, published hours, recognition; rather than assuming a particular dining format, price point, or service style.
The practical value call depends on your needs. Dan's has opening hours across the week, including later closing times on Thursday, Friday, Saturday. If you need specific menu details, pricing, booking requirements, or service format before deciding, check directly with the venue before making plans.
Go for the recognition and clear hours
Dan's has Star Wine List recognition for 2026. Its listed hours are Monday and Tuesday 3–10 PM, Wednesday 12–10 PM, Thursday through Saturday 12–11 PM, Sunday 2–9 PM. For broader planning around London dining, use Our full London restaurants guide before committing.
For a broader night out, compare Dan's with other London options according to the kind of evening you want. Our full London bars guide can help you filter the wider scene, while named alternatives such as Hacha Agaveria, Hector's, Newcomer Wines, Three Sheets, Yeni Umut 2000 Dalston may be useful reference points depending on your plans.
Who should choose it over another London venue
Dan's is easiest to recommend to people whose plans fit a London location, casual dress, published weekly hours, Star Wine List recognition for 2026. It is less suitable if your decision depends on food details, set pricing, a named chef, or a clearly published service format. For stay planning around a London trip, use Our full London hotels guide.
The practical verdict: put Dan's on the list if those details match your plan, especially if the later Thursday-to-Saturday hours are useful. Skip it, or contact the venue first, if you need certainty on reservations, group suitability, menu format, dietary accommodations, or exact spend before choosing a London venue.
Planning details
- Location
- 2-4 Tottenham Rd, London N1 4BZ, United Kingdom
- Website
- dans.wine
- Phone
- +44 7450 969401
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Dan's leans into a neighbourly, relaxed wine-bar model rather than cocktail theatre. The room is intentionally scaled around two long communal tables and a scatter of smaller tables, which actively encourages conversation between strangers and rewards lingering. The editing is low-key: open bottles, straightforward service, and a pace that privileges staying over spectacle. The hybrid retail-and-pour setup keeps the place anchored to everyday drinking rhythms rather than one-off nights out, giving the space a quietly charming, unpretentious personality that feels rooted in Dalston’s local scene.
Best For
Dan's works best for people who want to settle in and explore bottles without the formality of a traditional wine list. It appeals to neighbourhood regulars, solo visitors who enjoy communal seating, and small groups who like sharing and lingering rather than rushing from bar to bar. The retail-and-pour model also suits shoppers who want the option to buy something to take home, so it fits weekday evenings as comfortably as relaxed weekend nights. The environment rewards time and curiosity over brief, high‑energy outings.
Ordering Tips
Treat the place as both shop and bar: many bottles are available to buy retail or to have opened and poured at your table. Ask staff about which bottles they're happy to open for immediate drinking or to recommend for taking away. Expect shared tables and a social layout, so be prepared to share space and take time choosing — the format rewards lingering rather than quick orders. Because the operation favours discovery, lean on staff for guidance if you arrive looking to explore something new.
Venue details
Ambiance
Candlelit room with mismatched vintage wooden furniture, salvaged sharing table, and a cozy, buzzing atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Wine Bar
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Three Sheets, Notable alternative
- Newcomer Wines, Notable alternative
- Hacha Agaveria, Notable alternative
- Hector's, Notable alternative
- Yeni Umut 2000 Dalston, Notable alternative
Bar context
How Dan's compares in London
Choose Dan's when the priority is a wine-focused East London stop with low booking friction. Three Sheets is the stronger pick for a cocktail-led night, while Newcomer Wines is the more direct cross-shop if the group wants to stay in the wine lane.
Hacha Agaveria makes more sense for agave-focused drinking, so do not choose Dan's if tequila or mezcal is the brief. Hector's is the useful comparison for a wine-bar evening with a different neighborhood feel; Dan's is the easier call when Dalston is already the plan.
If value means a casual round without making the venue the whole occasion, Dan's is the cleaner choice. If value means a fuller food-and-drink night, Yeni Umut 2000 Dalston may fit the evening better, especially for groups that want more than glasses and conversation.
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Compare Dan's
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Dan's | London | Star Wine Lists 2026 |
| Three Sheets | London | Top 500 Bars 2027 · #368Top 50 Cocktail Bars UK 2026 · #32Top 500 Bars 2026 · #2222025 World's 50 Best Bars · #802020 World's 50 Best Bars · #342019 World's 50 Best Bars · #162018 World's 50 Best Bars · #29 |
| Newcomer Wines | London | No published awards |
| Hacha Agaveria | London | Top 500 Bars 2026 · #212 |
| Hector’s | London | No published awards |
| Yeni Umut 2000 Dalston | London | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the crowd like at Dan's?
Dan's is in London, has casual dress, keeps published weekly hours, has Star Wine List recognition for 2026. If atmosphere, crowd, or service style is decisive, check current venue information before going.
What's the best time to go to Dan's?
Use the published hours to choose your time. Dan's opens at 3 PM on Monday and Tuesday, 12 PM from Wednesday through Saturday, 2 PM on Sunday. The latest closing time is 11 PM on Thursday, Friday, Saturday; Sunday is shorter, from 2 to 9 PM.
Does Dan's have happy hour deals?
Do not plan around a happy hour or discount unless the venue promotes one directly. The key planning details are its London location, casual dress code, published opening hours, Star Wine List recognition for 2026.
Is Dan's open late?
Dan's is open until 11 PM on Thursday, Friday, Saturday. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday close at 10 PM, while Sunday closes at 9 PM.
