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The Thirsty Scholar

The Thirsty Scholar The Thirsty Scholar is a unique bar and coffee shop located inside International Students House at 1 Park Crescent, just a stone's throw from Oxford Street. This former members' bar offers visitors an extensive drink menu, serving coffee from early morning until 3 am on weekends. In addition to the bar, the venue also features a large multi-function space ideal for hosting workshops, exhibitions, live music performances, and corporate events. The profits generated by the restaurant and venue support charity efforts focused on funding education for bright young minds worldwide. Come visit this hidden gem for an evening of fun and contributing to a great cause!

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27/05/2026

We’ve been praying for these type of summer days 🍻🙏☀️

26/05/2026

Feels like summer ☀️🍹

22/05/2026

you can find us in the beer garden 🍻☀️

13/05/2026

How are you celebrating the holiday? We’ll be enjoying our Summer Spritz Cocktail Menu 🥂 Join us for a drink… or two 😉

13/05/2026

Wondering where you can watch the World Cup this summer? Look no further. We’ve got you covered.

Every game shown live (during our opening times)

🚨‼️ Stay Tuned ‼️🚨 Special announcements coming for the Three Lions games coming soon

07/05/2026

There’s nowhere else to be on a Thursday night other than The Thirsty Scholar 🎤🎶

Karaoke Night starts at 7pm. See you then!

06/05/2026

Aperol Spritz sure gets us feeling bizarre 🤪🍹

Our Summer Spritz Menu is available now! £8.50 for each cocktail ☀️ Stop by The Thirsty Scholar today

Sun’s out, Spritz out ☀️🥂All £8.50. All served over ice. All dangerously easy to drink. Gotta catch ‘em all!
28/04/2026

Sun’s out, Spritz out ☀️🥂

All £8.50. All served over ice. All dangerously easy to drink. Gotta catch ‘em all!

Every great conversation starts with a good cup. ☕
28/04/2026

Every great conversation starts with a good cup. ☕

It’s Malbec Day and what better way to celebrate the start of the weekend than with a glass of the smooth red 🍷see you a...
17/04/2026

It’s Malbec Day and what better way to celebrate the start of the weekend than with a glass of the smooth red 🍷see you at the bar!

17/03/2026

Ready for the next Atlas Sessions? It’s back Wednesday, March 18! See you tomorrow at 7:30pm 🎷🎶

13/03/2026

Hope you’ve been practicing! Don’t miss out on our St Patrick’s Day Offers all week long ☘️🇮🇪

12/03/2026

Let’s make some more memories tonight at Thursday Karaoke 🎤 🎶 is back again at 7pm with Music Bingo and Karaoke. See you soon!

Every scholar needs two things: a good book and a great coffee. You bring the first and we’ll supply the second. Happy W...
05/03/2026

Every scholar needs two things: a good book and a great coffee. You bring the first and we’ll supply the second.

Happy World Book Day. What are you reading today?

03/03/2026

In case you needed a sign… this is it.

A sign for morning coffee, midday lunch, or after-work pints, we’ve got you covered Tuesday-Friday.

26/02/2026

why be shy when you can be sorry…

for your karaoke performances every Thursday night

See you tonight at 7pm for Music Bingo and Karaoke!

It’s almost that time of the month… 💃🕺This time next week, we’ll be just hours away from the dance floor 🔥🗓 Friday 27th ...
20/02/2026

It’s almost that time of the month… 💃🕺

This time next week, we’ll be just hours away from the dance floor 🔥

🗓 Friday 27th February
⏰ 8PM – 12AM
🎟️ Free entry

Be there. ✨

19/02/2026

Someone has to ask… 👀🎤

It’s that time of the week again — Karaoke Night at The Thirsty Scholar kicks off at 7!

We know you can’t resist. See you there. 🎶✨

18/02/2026

Happy Nation Drink Wine Day! 🍷✨

We’ve got more bottles than Tottenham and more glasses than Specsavers. There’s plenty to go around… until there isn’t. 😉

Happy Drink Wine Day! Which wine are you enjoying today?
18/02/2026

Happy Drink Wine Day! Which wine are you enjoying today?

What’s better than Champions League Playoffs? Champions League Playoffs + Lager 🍺⚽Grab a 4-pint pitcher of TTS Lager for...
17/02/2026

What’s better than Champions League Playoffs? Champions League Playoffs + Lager 🍺⚽

Grab a 4-pint pitcher of TTS Lager for just £15, exclusively at The Thirsty Scholar.

The screens are on. The pints are cold. The playoffs are calling. Will we see you there? 🙌

🇵🇹 Benfica vs Real Madrid 🇪🇸
Tuesday 17th Jan | 8pm kick-off

🇳🇴 Bodø/Glimt vs Inter 🇮🇹
Wednesday 18th Feb | 8pm kick-off

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Newcastle vs Qarabag 🇦🇿
Tuesday 24 Feb | 8pm kick-off

🇪🇸 Real Madrid vs Benfica 🇵🇹
Wednesday 25 Feb | 8pm kick-off

10/02/2026

See you tonight at 8pm for another night of Atlas Sessions 🎶🎷

Address

229 Great Portland Street
London
W1W 5PN

To get to Park Crescent in London, you can take the tube to Regent's Park station and then walk west on Marylebone Road until you reach Park Crescent. Alternatively, you can take the bus to the nearby stop on Marylebone Road or drive and park in one of the nearby paid parking options.

Opening Hours

Tuesday 8am - 11pm
Wednesday 8am - 11pm
Thursday 8am - 12am
Friday 8am - 12am

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What people say

The Thirsty Scholar, located in the heart of London's Park Crescent, is a hidden gem that offers both coffee and cocktails to its customers. The bar's unique location inside International Students House adds to its charm and makes it a perfect spot for students and professionals alike. With coffee served from 7.30 am and drinks available until 3 am on weekends, The Thirsty Scholar caters to both early birds and night owls. Additionally, the venue boasts a large multi-function space that can be used for workshops, exhibitions, live music events, and corporate functions. What sets this bar apart is that all profits generated from the bar and venue go towards supporting a charity that funds the educational needs of bright young people worldwide. So not only can you enjoy your favorite drink at The Thirsty Scholar but also feel good about contributing to a noble cause. Overall, The Thirsty Scholar is an excellent choice for anyone looking for an affordable yet high-quality drinking experience in London.

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