Those in search of a pleasant, quiet drink should avoid the George and Dragon at all costs. For a slightly shabby dog-eared pub, this tiny place brims with colourful scenesters on practically every night of the week. Good luck getting through the door on weekends, let alone sitting at a table.

London’s gay glitterati, fashionistas and their decorative consorts congregate here—so much so that sometimes it can seem as though London’s fashion world has managed to squish itself inside. The venue also has Richard Mortimer (who set up the now almost legendary Boombox) regularly dropping by to play ‘80s German electro, Blondie and Travelling Wilberies. Hedi Slimane and Alexander McQueen are regulars and the clientele is a mix of designers, stylists and artists. Packed with personalities and exhibitionists at all times, the G&D has a deliciously murky allure that’s earned it a rep as the Mothership for London’s club kids.