Frank's Café
About Frank's Café
A laid-back summer-only bar on the top floor of a multi-storey car park in Peckham, with long benches, a red canopy and sunset views towards central London.
History
Frank's opened in 2009 alongside Bold Tendencies, a non-profit arts organisation that commissions sculpture, music and performance on the roof of the Peckham multi-storey car park.
It began as a temporary summer project and has returned most years since, helping to put Peckham on London's going-out map.
What to Expect
Frank's is walk-in only, so arrive early on sunny evenings and weekends to beat the queue. Take the lifts or the stairs to the top of the car park. It is open only in the warmer months, so check before visiting in spring or autumn.
Known For
Highlights
- Views to the Shard, St Paul's and the City skyline
- Art installations from the Bold Tendencies arts programme
- No-frills, sociable crowd
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Frank's open?
- Frank's is a seasonal bar that usually runs from late spring to early autumn. Check its social channels for exact dates each year.
- Can you book at Frank's?
- No. It is walk-in only, so expect to queue at busy times.
- What is the nearest station to Frank's?
- Peckham Rye station, on the Overground and Southern rail, is about a 5-minute walk away.
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