The Real Thing

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Get ready to groove as Boisdale Canary Wharf welcomes back the sensational sounds of The Real Thing! Formed in Liverpool in 1972, this pioneering soul and funk band made history as the first all-black British group to top the UK charts with their hit "You to Me Are Everything".​

Original members Chris Amoo and Dave Smith continue to electrify audiences worldwide, delivering timeless classics like "Can't Get By Without You" and "Can You Feel the Force?" . Their groundbreaking track "Children of the Ghetto" has been covered by legends such as Philip Bailey and Mary J. Blige, cementing their influence across generations.​

Join us for an evening of soulful melodies and infectious rhythms that have defined British music history. Experience the enduring legacy of The Real Thing in an intimate setting, where every note resonates with passion and authenticity.

Visit our Hine Bar and Heated Garden Terrace located on the 1st floor for pre & post-show drinks!

BOISDALE OF CANARY WHARF

Best Spirits List in the World 2022 at The World Of Fine Wine
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Perched elegantly above Cabot Square, Boisdale of Canary Wharf offers a multi-dimensional experience across two floors with DJ Nights on weekends at the vibrant first-floor Bar & Garden Terrace, while daily live music sets the perfect ambiance on the second-floor restaurant. Featuring a refined restaurant, four exclusive private dining rooms, the distinguished Hine Bar, extensive whisky and wine selection, a sophisticated Cigar Lounge, and an inviting Heated Garden Terrace, it's a haven for discerning patrons.

"London's number one jazz venue" Tatler
"Best Whisky Bar in the World" Whisky Magazine
"A carnivore's dream" Evening Standard
"Aged steaks are deemed incredible" Square Meal
"The world's most individualistic style bar & restaurant" Hot Tickets