Best pubs for fans near London Stadium in 2026: Where to drink if heading to the home of West Ham

West Ham United have made the London Stadium their home since 2016, and matchdays in Stratford now attract tens of thousands of supporters from across the UK and beyond.

With the stadium surrounded by bars, pubs and restaurants, fans have no shortage of places to enjoy a pre-match pint, whether they're backing the Hammers or travelling with the away support.

If you're heading to the London Stadium in 2026 and wondering where to drink before kick-off, FootballGroundGuide rounds up the best options.

Best pubs near the London Stadium for West Ham fans

The area around Stratford has developed into one of London's best matchday pub scenes, with several venues becoming favourites among West Ham supporters.

Here are the best pubs for West Ham fans near the London Stadium:

• The Carpenter's Arms, Carpenters Road – Around a 15-minute walk from the stadium. Widely regarded as the spiritual home of West Ham supporters since the move from Upton Park, it boasts a large beer garden and one of the best matchday atmospheres anywhere in the Premier League.
• The Cow, Chestnut Plaza – Approximately a 12-minute walk away. Located beside Westfield Stratford City, this spacious pub is hugely popular with Hammers fans thanks to its excellent location, quality burgers and steaks, and lively pre-match buzz.
• Tap East, International Square – Around a 15-minute walk from the ground. This modern brewpub serves its own beers, including the popular No. 6 Blonde Ale, named after West Ham legend Bobby Moore, making it a favourite stop for supporters before heading to the stadium.

Note: For high-profile fixtures, these pubs can become extremely busy, so arriving early is recommended.

Best pubs for away fans near the London Stadium

Away supporters have several welcoming options close to Stratford station and the stadium.

The best-known away-friendly venue is:

• The Sportsman, Stratford – Around a 10 to 12-minute walk from the London Stadium. Offering plenty of space, big-screen TVs and reasonably priced drinks, it has become the go-to pub for many travelling supporters.

Drinking inside the London Stadium

Supporters heading straight into the ground will find numerous bars and kiosks throughout the concourses.

West Ham's hospitality offering includes the Academy Bar, where guests can enjoy exclusive bar access, padded halfway-line seating and inclusive half-time drinks.

Across the stadium, supporters can expect a range of drinks including BrewDog beers such as:

• Lost Lager
• Cold Beer
• Wingman
• Punk IPA
• Hazy Jane
• Black Heart

Traditional matchday food, soft drinks and snacks are also available throughout the concourses.

Drinking away from the London Stadium

Many supporters choose to spend time around Stratford before making the short walk through Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.

Some of the best options include:

Stratford

Just a few minutes from the stadium, Stratford offers a wide choice of pubs, bars and restaurants.

One popular venue is:

• The Abbey Tap, Stratford – Around a 15-minute walk from the stadium. A lively modern pub with big screens, a welcoming atmosphere and a mix of home and away supporters.

Around Maryland

A little further from the stadium, Maryland offers a more traditional pub experience.

You could try:

• The Cart & Horses, Maryland – Approximately a 15 to 20-minute walk away. Famous as the birthplace of Iron Maiden, this characterful rock pub welcomes away supporters looking for something a little different on matchday.

To reach the London Stadium from any of the pubs listed above, be sure to check out our full guide on the best ways to get to the ground.