The Waterlounge
Pubs and Bars with Restaurants


31 Water Lane, Bishop's Stortford, CM23 2JZ

Comprising three levels - a basement bar, lounge bar and mezzanine floor - this sophisticated venue is well-tailored to meet the needs of Bishop's Stortford's most discerning bar-and-restaurant goers. This stylish establishment is open to all during the day, but come the evening makes a graceful transformation into an elegant over-21s hideaway. Take a seat and enjoy full table service all night from the proficient bar staff. They'll tempt you with attractive cocktails, an irresistible assortment of wines available by both the glass and bottle, and a collection of premium spirits and beers.
There is more to this establishment than just its bar, however; The Waterlounge also serves superb food, thoughtfully conceived and freshly prepared. With the focus on casual, sociable dining, the menu extends a wealth of choice in terms of light nibbles, platters for two and tapas dishes to share. Although with the mouth-watering likes of confit pork belly with apple chutney, salt and pepper squid with lime aioli, rosemary-and-garlic-infused halloumi chips, and duck liver parfait with rhubarb chutney on offer, sharing may well be far from your mind.
On most Friday nights DJ performances take place in the basement bar, making it great for drinks and dancing. The Waterlounge is also a wonderful venue for events, meetings and celebrations, with each level available for private hire.
There is more to this establishment than just its bar, however; The Waterlounge also serves superb food, thoughtfully conceived and freshly prepared. With the focus on casual, sociable dining, the menu extends a wealth of choice in terms of light nibbles, platters for two and tapas dishes to share. Although with the mouth-watering likes of confit pork belly with apple chutney, salt and pepper squid with lime aioli, rosemary-and-garlic-infused halloumi chips, and duck liver parfait with rhubarb chutney on offer, sharing may well be far from your mind.
On most Friday nights DJ performances take place in the basement bar, making it great for drinks and dancing. The Waterlounge is also a wonderful venue for events, meetings and celebrations, with each level available for private hire.
Open: Mon-Thurs noon-midnight; Fri & Sat noon-2am (see website for Sun opening times)