Ready, Set, Sip at F1® Arcade

Five-hour happy hour brings racing energy, cocktails, and sharing plates to London and Birmingham

There are happy hours, and then there’s F1® Arcade’s new take on Friday nights. From 29th August, the adrenaline-fuelled venue that has been pulling in racing fans and cocktail lovers alike is upping the ante with a five-hour happy hour, running every Friday from 4pm to 9pm in both its London and Birmingham locations. Think high-octane atmosphere, precision-crafted drinks, and food that refuses to play the supporting act.

This isn’t your standard after-work drinks deal. F1® Arcade has carved out its own lane, bringing the buzz of the Formula 1® paddock into a nightlife setting. Across two of the brand’s flagship venues, guests can expect 2-for-1 on selected cocktails and sharing plates, turning a casual meet-up into a full-scale Friday ritual.

The drinks list reads like a grid of modern classics with a twist. Sparks Will Fly and Formation Lap set the tone, while Peach Daiquiri, Negroni, Espresso Martini, and Spicy Apex cover everything from crowd-pleasing staples to bold flavour experiments. Each one is designed to match the pulse of the venue: sharp, fast, and effortlessly stylish.

But it’s the food that makes this pit stop more than just liquid fuel. Sharing plates have been given the same meticulous attention to detail as the cocktail list. Lamb kofta skewers come laced with labneh and pickled onions, while dynamite fried chicken lands with a fiery chilli and lemon aioli. Even vegetarian options take pole position — think fried halloumi with hot honey, Korean cauliflower wings drenched in gochujang, or guacamole served with tortilla chips that refuse to play second fiddle. This is happy hour dining that feels indulgent, but never lazy.

Whether you’re locking into a full-motion simulator to race your mates or just propping up the bar with a Negroni in hand, F1® Arcade has engineered a formula that fuses competitive spirit with easy-going Friday night energy. It’s a venue that knows how to balance the thrill of the sport with the social ritual of unwinding — no small feat when both need to hit top speed.

With happy hour running from 4pm to 9pm, it’s not just an excuse to clock out early, but an invitation to start the weekend with intent. And in true F1® Arcade style, the offer comes with rules: drinks must match to qualify, but food can be mixed and matched, a detail that encourages adventurous ordering without derailing the pace of service.

For those who crave more than a pint and packet of crisps after work, this is a pit stop worth making. London or Birmingham, F1® Arcade’s five-hour happy hour isn’t just about saving a few pounds, it’s about redefining Friday nights with a shot of glamour, grit, and just enough edge to keep you coming back for another lap.