Was here a long time ago for the infamous Boombox, before it was overly popular.

But when I was there, I remember thinking: how have I NOT been there before? It was, simply put, amazing.

The music was perfect--my friend and I spent most of the evening on the highest piece of stage we could find.

The styles were varied, creative, and so effortlessly cool. It was hard not to feel at home amongst such willingness to party and have a good time. I had expected more neon, sorely underestimating the creativity of fashion.

The drinks were a touch on the expensive side, but well worth it. And it being free entry made the deal even sweeter.

My only complaint was that it all finished too early.

As for the venue itself, I don't know how Hoxton grill carries it off. It's smoky and long, there's no cloakroom (argh!!), there's a large window on one end through which we were occasionally blinded by oncoming cars, the dance floor was crowded... but it was perfect. And imagine my surprise when I turned around and saw Kelly Osbourne behind me.

It was so crazy, and wild, and pretty, and unique, it seemed almost like a dream.

I've also heard they do pretty mean food, but I haven't been there during the day.

Put simply, if you haven’t spent a night here you haven’t done Hoxton. Comprising of three separate bars, a restaurant and a gig venue, the Bar & Kitchen is a Hoxtonite’s place of worship.

It’s easy to see why. Strategically placed as a centrepiece in this popular town square the bar is bubbling 24/7 with continental lagers, cocktails and premium spirits on everyone’s lips (and sometimes clothes). The restaurant area serves fresh, honest grub and the back room has played host to the likes of Ting Tings, The Hives, Foals and Maximo Park of late. Not bad for a venue that has a capacity of 450.

The undisputed place to be in Hoxton Square of a weekend. I've never had a bad Friday or Saturday night here - the music is tip top, the bar queues are never huge despite the generally ridiculous queues outside and if you're lucky, you can catch big-name bands here too (they love it as much as the commoners). Be prepared for a night to remember (or not remember, depending how hard you go...)