Cargo Club London (Shoreditch)

If you appreciate the idea of being groped by perverted, inconsiderate men, then Cargo is the place to go. You would reasonably expect standard customer service for the price you're paying (expensive), but with Cargo that is NOT the case. The bartenders have attitude and force you to buy doubles regardless of your state of inebriation. To top it all, they are known to lose your coat/jacket in the cloakroom even though you've paid them to look after it, and then kick you out into the cold without any remorse. There must be some law against that?! NOT VERY GOOD.

by danger_zone1988, 13 Mar 2010

I went to Cargo on Saturday for my 31st birthday and have to say I had an awesome time! We booked an area and the waitress who served us was so sweet and helpful. Music was great all night and the general atmosphere was friendly, unpretentious and a nice even mix. Drinks were reasonably priced and there's a good selection. We didn't eat there but I'm planning on going there for lunch soon, they do great deals... And the art in the garden is wicked! Will definitely go back!

by lilalila, 08 Mar 2010

Cargo is one of the best venues in London, hands down.

I've never noticed it to be male dominated at all but, saying that, I often find that the clubs where men hang around tend to have better quality music and more vibrant people. Cargo is awesome, simple as!

by EllieJane, 25 May 2007

Brilliant music, nice and laid back. Drinks are a little on the expensive side but food is damn good and art outside is wicked. I go here with my female friends often and never feel intimidated.

by li (3 reviews), 23 Jan 2007

Nice spacious venue, good music.

by Anonymous, 10 Nov 2006

Seems to attract quality underground hip-hop, but is damn expensive and doesn't seem to attract the crowd that would really suit the music. Lots of city boys.

by Spinx, 05 Oct 2006

Went last Thursday based on free entry before 9pm mentioned on their website. When we got there well in time they were demanding the full £8 and didn't give a damn about their false advertising.

by Anonymous, 01 Oct 2006

I usually hate going down to East London (used to living in Richmond) but this place is truly an exception.

Sure the men can sometimes get too friendly and the ratio of male to female is probably 4:1 but still, this club guarantees a good night.

A guy got a bit pushy with me recently so I simply complained to the staff and it was sorted - appreciated that alot. Love the music, the people and the atmosphere... it's great!

by Lia (7 reviews), 27 May 2006

Good music and interesting urban place if a little grubby. Crowd (mainly men) up for dancing 'til the dirty end.

Friendly vibe that was only ruined by unfriendly male barman with bad attitude to 2 girls asking politely for some water. Go with a mixed group as can be a bit intimidating for females.

by camdenkate, 27 Apr 2006

That's the best place for chillin'.

by Anonymous, 26 Mar 2006

Wow did I really feel inadequate here! This is a very male dominated club and me going with my 1 female friend was not such a great idea. But other than that, I liked the vibe.

by inadequate (3 reviews), 03 Oct 2005

Good night, some really good acts, lively, good fun.

by Anonymous, 26 Sep 2005

If you think the drinks at Cargo are expensive, stick to something nearer your budget - ie, a JD Weatherspoons. It's cheap by West End/Kensington standards. Interesting music with live acts and a very relaxed non-urban crowd. Great!

I do agree though - not enough of a mix, very male-dominated.

by Bubblesssss, 11 Sep 2005

Hardcore music, all guys...

by Alessandro, 25 Aug 2005

Alright club this - chilled atmosphere, interesting music, cool crowd.

by Anonymous, 07 Apr 2005

Expensive drinks, strange music and full of city boys...

by Anonymous, 09 Dec 2004

Cargo

Add your review

Cargo reviews

» Clubs

My lists