15 Berkeley Street,
Mayfair,
London,
W1J 8DY
0871 971 6517
The ViewLondon Review
Expect a host of socialites, models and celebrities partying at this trendy night time hotspot. Led by its sophisticated furnishings and up-beat music, funkybuddha successfully merges East with West.The VenueLocated in the Victorian elegance of Berkley Square, just around the corner from the Ritz Hotel, the recent multi-million pound refurbishment of funkybuddha has certainly fit the cause. There’s a contemporary, trendy, open-plan nightclub with neon blue and red zigzag lights set around the central square-shaped bar and seating areas. From the street is a discreet doorway in which appears the head of the signature Buddha. Down the spiral staircase to the right – is the chill out room themed with hostile white leather sofa’s and a bar. To the left is the main bar and dancefloor featuring an abstract Buddha fountain. Seating is usually reserved for VIPs and covers all the crinks and cranks of this spacious club offering ample visibility for talent spotting.
The Atmospherefunkybuddha is a guestlist only club so expect plenty of good-looking socialites in their Prada suits, Gucci dresses and Jimmy Choo heels supping champagne and bellinis. The contemporary decor and unusual Buddha fountain give this club a sense of a trendy and futurisitc Eastern Orient club. The bar staff are charming and model-like and more than happy to mix the ultimate cocktail and show off their glass catching and shake techniques. Don’t be surprised to find peer clubbers staring you up and down - its part of the seal of approval.
The MusicThe music at funkybuddha is varied but predominantly ruled by funky house and electro sounds with a taste of soul and RnB. The DJs tend to play a lot of Hed Kandi and Groove Armada. They come from all over the world to mix some super dance tunes at this prestigious venue throughout the week.
The DrinkThere are a wide selection of spirit-based cocktails, bellinis and martinis, servings are made up freestyle so a wink at the bar staff and some friendly banter and you’ll probably get a generous serving. VIPs tend to order drinks by the bottle and drink the night away, this is, however, a very expensive option!
The Last WordPut your best frock and high heels on because at funkybuddha you’ll be strutting your sexy dance moves, flirting, and drinking lavish cocktails into the early hours. Go on, let your hair down!