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10/09/2026
We’re keeping the UCL action going with Manchester United taking on Sabah tonight!
Live Showing: Manchester United v Sabah
Thursday 10 September
Kick-off: 8PM
Round up your mates and enjoy the match LIVE with us! 🙌
09/09/2026
Looking for a lunch spot in Marylebone / Fitzrovia? The Thirsty Scholar has you covered.
Every Tuesday – Friday from 12:00 – 14:00, we’re serving up a weekly rotating buffet, sandwiches, pizzas, salads, and more!
09/09/2026
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE IS BACK TONIGHT!
We’re kicking off our live UCL screenings with a big one…
Liverpool v Atlético Madrid
Wednesday 9 September
Kick-off: 8PM
Grab your mates, grab a pizza, and settle in for a night of Champions League football! 🙌
Who are you backing? 👀
08/09/2026
FOOTBALL IS BACK TONIGHT!
While you wait for kickoff, why not tuck into a pizza 🍕 and pull out one of the many games available at TTS? 🎲
Grab a drink, challenge your mates to a game and get settled in before the Champions League action begins!
See you at TTS for kickoff at 8pm! ⚽️
07/09/2026
THE CHAMPIONS LEAGUE RETURNS THIS WEEK!
Three nights of European football, three big matchups, and every game LIVE across our multiple screens.
Here’s what’s on:
TUESDAY 8 SEPTEMBER | 8PM
Real Madrid v Inter Milan
WEDNESDAY 9 SEPTEMBER | 8PM
Liverpool v Atlético Madrid
THURSDAY 10 SEPTEMBER | 8PM
Manchester United v Sabah
Planning on watching with your mates? Book your table now!
Secure your spot, grab some food and drinks, and enjoy the Champions League action with us.
📍 The Thirsty Scholar, International Students House
👉 BOOK YOUR TABLE — LINK IN BIO
03/09/2026
Nothing better than that matcha green 🍵 💚
02/09/2026
Don’t let the rain stop you from enjoying a tasty treat at The Thirsty Scholar ☕️🥐
02/09/2026
Champions League is LIVE at The Thirsty Scholar next week! ⚽️
The biggest nights in European football are coming to The Thirsty Scholar, and we’ll be showing the action LIVE across multiple screens.
Bring your friends, support your team, and settle in for an unforgettable evening of football, with everything you need for the perfect matchday:
🍕 Dinner menu – grab a bite while you watch
🍻 Fully stocked bar – pints, cocktails, soft drinks & more
🍹 Drink offers – because matchday calls for a round
📺 Multiple screens – so you won’t miss a minute of the action
⚽️ Champions League matches shown LIVE
📍 The Thirsty Scholar, International Students House
Whether you’re a lifelong supporter or just love the atmosphere, join us for live football, great food, drinks and good company in the heart of London.
Bring your team. We’ll bring the atmosphere. 🏆🍻
01/09/2026
Hello September 👋
New month, new semester, same favourite spot.
21/08/2026
Did You Know We’re Here? 👀
You might have walked past us without even knowing it!
Tucked away inside the International Students House, The Thirsty Scholar is your spot for great coffee, fresh food, cold drinks and good company. All just a short walk from some of London’s best-known spots.
Whether you’re meeting friends, grabbing a coffee between meetings or looking for somewhere to unwind after a long day, come find us!
And once you do… you’ll wonder how you missed us.
📍 229 Great Portland Street
20/08/2026
Good food. Good drinks. Better deals.
There’s always a reason to pop into The Thirsty Scholar, and our offers make it even easier 🍺
Keep an eye on our socials for the latest offers and come make the most of your next visit. 💛
📍 The Thirsty Scholar, Central London
19/08/2026
We love a review that gets straight to the point 🍕🍺
Come hungry. Stay thirsty. Do some good while you're here 💛
📍 The Thirsty Scholar, 229 Great Portland St
18/08/2026
The heatwave has left the building…
And honestly? We’re not mad about it.
Today is made for finding a seat by the window, ordering a good coffee, settling in with a book and letting London do its thing outside📖
Come get cosy at The Thirsty Scholar.
13/08/2026
Keep cool during this heatwave in our AirCon cafe/bar while sipping on one of our many iced drinks
✔️Iced Tea ✔️Iced Matcha ✔️Iced Latte ✔️Iced Americano ✔️Iced Chocolate ✔️Iced Soft Drinks ✔️Iced Water ✔️Iced Cocktails ✔️Iced Whatever You Want Iced
12/08/2026
W**e Wednesday anyone?
We have a wonderful selection of white, red, rosé for you to choose from. What are we drinking tonight?
30/07/2026
Friendships are made in the moments we share 💙🌍
From Karaoke Nights to Coffee Connect mornings. From study groups afternoons and spontaneous chats over coffee to DJ Club nights and watching the sun set from the b**r garden. The Thirsty Scholar is where the ISH community comes together.
Every laugh, every conversation, and every shared experience helps turn strangers into friends and friends into lifelong memories. No matter where you're from, there's always a seat at the table.
Happy International Day of Friendship to everyone who has found friendship, belonging, and a home away from home at International Students House. 🫶
Tag someone you've met at The Thirsty Scholar who made your ISH experience unforgettable.
24/07/2026
Your new favourite coffee spot is closer than you think. ☕
We are the perfect place for those needing a space to:
work remotely
catch up with friends
get your morning caffeine fix
Our cafe/bar offers:
✔️ Free Wi-Fi
✔️ Comfortable seating
✔️ Breakfast pastries, lunch buffet, dinner menu
✔️ Fully stocked bar for those wanting more than just a coffee
✔️ Central location, just around the corner from Regent’s Park
Come for the coffee... stay for lunch.
10/07/2026
🚨 SPECIAL SATURDAY OPENING! 🚨
It’s England vs Norway in the World Cup Quarter-Finals, and we’re opening our doors just for the occasion.
Saturday 11 July | Kick-off: 10pm
Bring your friends, secure your table and enjoy a huge night of knockout football with great drinks, great food and an unbeatable atmosphere.
Reserve your table now before they’re gone!
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.
