83 The Parade, High St, Watford WD17 1LN

About This Pub

Ah, Canvas Bar & Nightclub – it's one of those places in Watford that can really deliver when it's on form, like that time I heard about someone having an epic birthday bash with killer music, spot-on service, and delicious drinks that kept the energy high all night. The staff sound like absolute gems, always ready to make your event special, whether it's a casual Friday happy hour or a full-on themed party, and they've got this cool setup with two floors for dancing and mingling that just adds to the excitement. But, let's be straight, it's not perfect – I've seen mentions of quiet nights where the place feels a bit empty, which can kill the buzz, and there are stories of unfortunate incidents, like troubles with the shisha that left a few folks with burns or regrets. Overall, with a solid 3.5 rating from the crowd, it's worth a go if you're up for a bit of adventure, but maybe check the schedule first and keep your expectations in check for a balanced night out. What do you reckon, fancy giving it a try next time we're out?

Pros and Cons

Pros
  • The atmosphere is absolutely buzzing on a good night, with great music and themed events that really make you feel like you're in for an unforgettable evening.
  • The staff are incredibly welcoming and go the extra mile, especially for special occasions like birthdays, making everyone feel right at home.
  • They've got a cracking selection of cocktails, drinks, and even tasty food options like paneer poppers and smooth shisha that folks rave about.
  • It's a top spot for celebrations or just dancing the night away, with happy hours and exclusive experiences tailored to what you're after.
Cons
  • Some evenings can be a bit of a letdown, like finding the place unexpectedly quiet on what should be a lively night, which takes away from the fun.
  • There have been a few nasty surprises, such as issues with shisha causing accidents, which could put a real dampener on your outing.
  • Not every visit lives up to the hype, with a couple of reviews mentioning disappointing service or experiences that left people feeling underwhelmed.
  • With only a few days open each week and late-night hours, it might not suit everyone, and the mixed feedback suggests it's hit or miss at times.

Contact Information

83 The Parade, High St, Watford WD17 1LN
+447957245210
Cocktail bar
Opens at 19:00

Opening Hours

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
Thursday (Today)19:00 - 03:00
Friday19:00 - 03:00
Saturday19:00 - 03:00
SundayClosed

Location

Recent Reviews

One of the most disappointing dining experiences I’ve had in a long time.😢 Visited this place today with my family based on a recommendation from a food blogger on TikTik and it was a complete letdown from the moment we walked in. The restaurant was empty (on a Friday night), and there was no one to greet us. We had to go all the way to the kitchen and knock for someone to come out.😂 We ordered drinks: two apple mojitos (which were literally just boxed apple juice with mint and no ice) and a lemonade that turned out to be soda water. All drinks were served in cups—not even glasses. We had to return them and just asked for soft drinks instead. Then came the food: we ordered paneer, fish bites, and wings. No plates or cutlery were provided—we had to ask, and the server looked surprised we even wanted them. The fish was extremely salty, the wings were basic at best, and only the paneer was decent. Throughout the meal, not once were we checked on or asked if everything was okay. We decided not to order any more and just asked for the bill—again, no one was around. We had to call out loudly just to get someone to come out and take payment. No thank you, no goodbye, nothing. It felt like a one-woman show run by someone with zero customer service experience. And an empty restaurant on a Friday night really says a lot. Honestly, you’d get better service at a fast food drive-thru. Just sharing this so others don’t waste their time and money like we did.
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Azra Abdul
Finally popped in to Papajis ! Loved the food and brilliant service! The paneer poppers are a must! Definitely be back soon
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Sohail Ratansi
Terrible terrible place…. Went there for a ‘supposed’ nice evening with my partner till the unexpected happened with the Shishi we ordered. I had a leg slip and the shishi fell to the ground with my leg and parts of their sofa affected with the burn. We were in the upstairs part of the bar. As soon as that happened , a few members of staff came over and were unsympathetic to the unintentional accident and were ONLY concerned about the cubes which had affected parts of their sofa and payment. They requested we paid £500 for damages. They were not willing to compromise much and said the best they could do was 420. They were totally unsympathetic and were only concerned about collecting their money. Wasn’t bothered that I had a burn on my leg. The management was mean and nasty. I would not recommend
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Temi O
Booked at Canvas to celebrate my birthday. We all had the most amazing night. Music was great, atmosphere was on point, service was outstanding, communication for booking was easy and fast, drinks were yummy, great pricing. The staff and manager went above and beyond to give us the best night. Celebrated in style. Will be booking this place in future for other celebrations. 100% recommend :)
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Stacey Stears
I absolutely loved it here. I went on a Saturday with my boyfriend. The service was amazing, the team were very welcoming, the shisha was actually really good!!! So smooth!! Food was 10/10. Music was on point. I would definitely come back again. Thank you for an amazing night guys X
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Mezhgan Safdar

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