Our Story

SoHo in the 80’s and 90’s. Our ‘hood was one of squeegee men and subway tags. Of working artists in paint-spattered studios. Of boomboxes blasting Run DMC, Tribe and De La Soul. It was a legendary neighbourhood – built on art, craft and culture – where just walking down the street was an immersive experience.

That timeless New York City energy is the heartbeat of Black Tap – and it now lives in London, with restaurants in Soho and Westfield Stratford City. From the moment you step inside, everything you see, taste, hear and feel is fresh, fun and familiar. Street art on the walls. The music we live for. The people who bring the vibe.

The food? Off the hook. Black Tap is known for award-winning burgers, iconic CRAZYSHAKE® milkshakes and bold flavours that have earned global recognition. Our menus are packed with indulgent burgers, wings loaded with flavour, elevated veggie options and a carefully curated beer, cocktail and drinks selection — making Black Tap a go-to destination for eating and drinking in London, from the heart of Soho to East London’s Westfield Stratford City.

But Black Tap is about more than just food. Our Soho and Stratford City locations are built for good times, whether you’re joining us for after-work drinks, late-night cocktails, or to catch live sports. We’re also a popular choice for private hire, parties and group bookings, offering vibrant spaces ideal for birthdays, corporate events and celebrations of all kinds.

From our original spot on SoHo’s Broome Street to iconic locations across New York City, Las Vegas, Disneyland, Singapore, Switzerland and beyond, Black Tap has grown worldwide – without ever losing its soul. Wherever we land, one thing stays the same: we don’t just serve a meal. We deliver a full-on experience. A photo op. A memory.

We’ll keep bringing it to iconic destinations across the globe — and right here in London’s Soho and Westfield Stratford City. Always raising the bar. Always pushing it forward. Because we’re New Yorkers, through and through. That’s what we do.

OUR BLACK TAP BURGER – NO GRILLS ALLOWED!

Our mouthwatering burgers have reached iconic status — racking up global awards, including a five-time win at the NYC Burger Bash. From our ½lb Wagyu Champ burger to crave-worthy sides like fried pickles and Korean BBQ wings, Black Tap serves up bold, indulgent flavour in every bite. Whether you’re dining in at our Soho or Westfield Stratford City locations, picking up burgers via click & collect, or ordering award-winning burgers for delivery across London through Deliveroo, Black Tap UK has every craving covered.

The SHAKES that
SHOOK IT ALL UP

A milkshake topped with a giant slice of birthday cake? A cloud of cotton candy? Yeah—we go way over the top. Since launching in 2015, our CrazyShake® milkshakes have been turning heads (and blowing up feeds) around the world — and now they're shaking up the London drinks scene from Soho to Westfield Stratford City.

It all starts with a ridiculously delicious milkshake. Then we pile on the crazy—transforming every creation into a picture-perfect, dessert masterpiece. With limited-edition flavours and wild new combos always in the mix, we’re constantly shakin’ things up at Black Tap UK.

But the fun doesn’t stop there. Alongside our CrazyShake®, Black Tap serves up expertly mixed cocktails, ice-cold beers and a full drinks menu — making us a go-to spot in London for everything from indulgent desserts to late-night drinks.

WHAT’S BREWING BEHIND THOSE BLACK TAPS?

Our name, Black Tap, comes from the iconic black tap handles found in the best craft beer bars — and great beer has always been part of our DNA. At Black Tap UK, we serve a carefully curated selection of craft beers, from trusted classics to rotating seasonal pours.

But the drinks don’t stop at beer. Our Soho and Westfield Stratford City locations are also known for expertly crafted cocktails and a full drinks menu designed for day-to-night drinking in London. Expect playful twists on the classics, seasonal cocktails and perfectly mixed drinks.

Whether you’re stopping by for after-work drinks, late-night cocktails, or settling in to watch live sports with an ice-cold beer in hand, Black Tap is a go-to destination for drinks in London — from Soho to Stratford.

KICKIN’ IT WORLDWIDE

All the love in New York inspired us to expand across the US and around the world. We’ve come a long way from our first 15-seat counter bar on SoHo’s Broome Street — and today, Black Tap is flippin’ and shakin’ across both coasts, Europe, Asia and the Middle East.

Wherever we go, the energy follows. And right here in London, at our Soho and Westfield Stratford City locations, that same spirit lives on — big flavours, bold drinks and unforgettable moments. Wherever we bring it, people dig it.

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