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Recommended Cocktail Bars in London

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Cocktail Bars in London

Whilst many bars offer cocktails the best cocktail bars are a definite cut above average. Many of the best cocktail bars in London are now famous purely for their exquisite cocktails. Famed for being the first to experiment with new and exotic ingredients, where the best cocktail bars in London lead, the rest of the country follows.
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A cool, intimate Fitzrovia venue, split over three levels.
28 Maple Street,
Fitzrovia,
London,
W1T 6HP
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An intimate, sexy little bar handily located by Oxford Circus tube, 22 Below offers good quality cocktails at reasonable prices.
22 Great Marlborough Street,
Soho,
London,
W1F 7HU
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5th View Bar
(International, Spanish)
Here at 5th View they've added humour to their cocktails with such creations as Don the Beach Comber (Mai Tai), the Three Amigos (Dos Equis beer and Tequila) and our favourite, Violet's Demise, a cocktail named after the gum-chewing character from 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory'.
Waterstones,
203-205 Piccadilly,
St James,
London,
W1J 9HA
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A swanky cocktail lounge offering on Clapham High Street.
64 Clapham High Street,
Clapham,
SW4 7UL
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69 Colebrooke Row
(Italian)
Found on the site of the previous Colebrookes, 69 Colebrooke Row is a welcome addition to Islington offering with a 'speakeasy' theme and an extensive range of cocktails.
69 Colebrooke Row,
Islington,
London,
N1 8AA
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Albannach, one of London's finest contemporary Scottish bars and restaurants, is set in the heart of the capital on Trafalgar Square.
66 Trafalgar Square,
Trafalgar Square,
London,
WC2N 5DS
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The Albert and Pearl is a sleek and sophisticated cocktail bar on Upper Street.
181 Upper Street,
Islington,
London,
N1 1RQ
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The Alchemist Bar
(Snacks)
Classic cocktails, Japanese cocktails, champagne cocktails, cocktail jugs...you name it, The Alchemist has invested love and time into making a comprehensive menu.
225 St Johns Hill,
Battersea,
London,
SW11 1TH
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As if Hampstead opulence needed a prod in the back, along comes another upmarket cocktail bar to whet the locals’ appetites, situated on West End Lane.
283-285 West End Lane,
West Hampstead,
London,
NW6 1RD
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Anam offers some of London's most superlative cocktails with 41 options on the menu and some complex inventions. Try the American Psycho!
3 Chapel Market,
Islington,
London,
N1 9EZ
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Anise
(Indian)
Anise is a companion bar to the Cinnamon Kitchen restaurant from the team behind the highly regarded Cinnamon Club.
9 Devonshire Square,
London,
EC2M 4YL
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Annies Bar
(British)
Annies Bar on Kentish Town Road has morphed from its previous incarnation as a traditional boozer into a lounge bar complete with live piano music.
180 Kentish Town Road,
Kentish Town,
London,
NW5 2AE
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Aquum brings a sophisticated feel of the West End to Clapham with its sumptuous decor and creative cocktails.
68-70 Clapham High Street,
Clapham,
London,
SW4 7UL
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Artesian
(British)
Every Monday at Artesian is the famed 'Dominoes and Daiquiris' evening. For £55, couples are invited to play dominoes with other couples and sup immaculately-presented daiquiris. Platters also available for sharing. Contact Artesian for more details.
The Langham, London,
1c Portland Place,
Regent Street,
London,
W1B 1JA
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Arranged over three intimate levels, The Bar Social offers exquisite, award winning cocktails in stylish and ambient surroundings.
245 Lavender Hill,
Clapham,
SW11 1JW
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Barrio North has managed to create a venue that fits into the Islington location perfectly with quirky decor, outstanding cocktails and service with a personal touch.
45 Essex Road,
Islington,
London,
N1 2SF
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Barts
(British)
Located on Sloane Avenue, Barts is a trendy bar where you will find retro styling and prohibition era music.
Chelsea Cloisters,
Sloane Avenue,
Chelsea,
London,
SW3 3DW
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Be at One Clapham
The Twisted Mojito and Mango Collins are must-haves.
4 Clapham Common,
Southside,
London,
SW4 7AA
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Blue Bar
Blue Bar is a notorious celebrity hangout with a magnificent cocktail list available.
The Berkeley Hotel,
Wilton Place,
Knightsbridge,
London,
SW1X 7RL
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Bombay Sapphire Dusk Bar
This bar at Somerset House is a visual delight – worth visiting to see how the mood changes as the sun goes down.
Somerset House,
Strand,
London,
WC2R 1LA
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Callooh Callay
(British)
Welcome to the upside down world of Callooh Callay, a quirky bar with a lot to offer.
65 Rivington Street,
Shoreditch,
London,
EC2A 3AY
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Cellar Bar
(Indian, Snacks)
An upmarket option at the heart of Canary Wharf.
West India Dock,
1 Hertsmere Road,
Canary Wharf,
London,
E14 8JJ
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CellarDoor
(Modern European)
CellarDoor is an appropriate name for this kooky little bar as entry is quite literally through the pavement outside the One Aldwych Hotel.
Zero Aldwych,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2E 7DN
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Low on pretension and overpricing and high on charm and fun, the Chelsea Bar is a worthy addition to the London bar scene.
Ground Floor, World's End Distillery,
459 Kings Road,
Chelsea,
London,
SW10 0LR
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The Club Bar and Dining
(British)
The cocktails served here have to be seen to be believed. We recommend the 'Chocolate Goddess' - Baileys, Frangelico, Tia Maria and Gingerbread Liqueur shaken with chocolate powder and strained into a balloon. Yes, that's right, a balloon.
21 Warwick Street,
Soho,
London,
W1B 5NF
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Coburg Bar
(Snacks)
The Coburg is a luxurious cocktail bar located within The Connaught Hotel.
The Connaught ,
Carlos Place ,
Mayfair,
London,
W1K 2AL
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Connaught Bar
Here you can enjoy a menu of French cuisine with a contemporary twist, or indulge in a cool cocktail chosen from their extensive selection.
The Connaught Hotel,
Carlos Place,
Mayfair,
London,
W1K 2AL
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Sensational cocktails available at this vibrant, Latin American bar near the South Bank.
48 Lower Marsh,
South Bank,
London,
SE1 7RG
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Deep Red Cocktail Bar
(British)
At Deep Red you will find expertly mixed seasonal cocktails, fresh food and various entertainment including DJs, live bands and acoustic nights.
300 Kentish Town Road,
Kentish town,
Camden,
NW5 2TG
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The Donovan Bar
You only have to take a look at our official review to see why this elegant and lavish bar is on our recommended list. If you're a connoisseur of cocktails, this is an essential visit.
Rocco Fortes Browns Hotel,
33 Albemarle Street,
Mayfair,
London,
W1S 4BP
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The Drunken Monkey
(Chinese)
Extensive and fantastically named cocktails include everything from your classic mojito and margarita to their own brand of Monkey themed drinks.
222 Shoreditch High Street,
Shoreditch,
London,
E1 6PJ
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The East Room
(International)
Located above Sosho, The East Room is a ‘new world wine room’ and one of an international group of bars and members clubs.
2a Tabernacle Street,
Shoreditch,
London,
EC2A 4LU
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The Fifth Floor Bar
The epitome of London chic, this intimate and luxurious bar in Harvey Nichols department store provides an elegant sheen to the cocktails on the menu. Shun the sledgehammer approach of 'Sex on the Beach' in favour of such concoctions as the sophisticated 'Gilded Lily'.
Harvey Nichols,
109-125 Knightsbridge,
Knightsbridge,
London,
SW1X 7RJ
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Fifty Five Bar and Lounge is a high end cocktail bar manned by professionally trained bartenders with over 45 years of combined experience.
31 Jamestown Road,
Camden,
London,
NW1 7DB
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The Gallery
(British)
At the Gallery, there’s the option of cocktails including the always in demand mojito, which goes for around £6.50.
190 Broadhurst Gardens,
West Hampstead,
London,
NW6 3AY
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Grand Union
(American)
Whether you’re after DJs and dancing, cocktails and quality conversation or blinding burgers and beer, this Ravenscourt Park branch of Grand Union serves up every element in its own inimitable style.
243 Goldhawk Road,
Ravenscourt Park,
London,
W12 8EU
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A stylish bar option in Soho for the discerning cocktail client.
4 Golden Square,
Soho,
London,
W1F 9HT
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The Hide Bar
The Hide Bar not only has an extensive cocktail menu but boasts a library full of classic books about cocktails and how to make them. Although we do advise staying on the right side of the bar.
39-45 Bermondsey Street,
Bermondsey,
London,
SE1 3XF
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Amongst the drinks available at The Hoxton Pony are cocktails served from self-cooling infusion jars into customised tea cups - book 24 hours ahead and you can enjoy a full blown Tea Party with sweet and savoury food served on an afternoon tea stand.
104-108 Curtain Road,
Hoxton,
London,
EC2A 3AH
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Jrink Soho
(Oriental)
Jrink is a stylishly seductive cocktail bar in Soho.
62 Frith Street,
Soho,
London,
W1D 3JN
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A chic cocktail lounge on the legendary Kings Road.
316–318 Kings Road,
Chelsea,
London,
SW3 5UH
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Keston Lodge
Popular with North London's young and trendy crowd, this impressive cocktail bar and restaurant on Upper Street run regular DJ nights and have an extensive cocktail menu.
131 Upper Street,
Islington,
London,
N1 1QP
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Kumo
(Japanese)
Expect some exotic creations at this inspired Japanese bar on Beauchamp Place.
11 Beauchamp Place,
Knightsbridge,
London,
SW3 1NQ
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Light Bar
Immerse yourself in the rich, vibrant colours of the Light Bar in St Martins Lane Hotel and help yourself to a selection of classic cocktails in this bold haven.
St.Martins Lane Hotel,
45 St Martins Lane,
London,
WC2N 4HX
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Ling Ling at Hakkasan
Let the smooth lounge DJ provide the musical backdrop to your relaxed cocktail experience in this stunning bar at Hakkasan.
8 Hanway Place,
London,
W1T 1HD
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The Lonsdale is a stylish and eclectic bar behind Westbourne Grove with a fabulous cocktail menu.
48 Lonsdale Road,
London,
W11 2DE
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Lost Angel
(British)
From the inspired people who brought you Lost Society comes the Lost Angel on Battersea Park Road with a fine cocktail list available.
339 Battersea Park Road,
Battersea,
London,
SW11 4LS
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The bar staff at this dazzling Clapham late night bar will be only to happy to assist you if you're a novice to the world of cocktails.
697 Wandsworth Road,
London,
SW8 3JF
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Loungelover
(British)
The Loungelover cocktail combines Loungelover fig liqueur, sweet vanilla and zesty lemon oil finished with Prosecco. This and plenty more examples of alcoholic sophistication can be found at this desirable spot in Shoreditch.
1 Whitby Street,
Shoreditch,
London,
E1 6JU
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Match Bar
Match Bar is a stylish and relaxed lounge bar in the heart of the West End with a creative list available.
37 - 38 Margaret Street,
Oxford Circus,
London,
W1G 0JF
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Match EC1
(Modern European)
If you’re looking for cocktails in the heart of Clerkenwell, look no further than this chic offering on Clerkenwell Road.
45-47 Clerkenwell Road,
Clerkenwell,
London,
EC1M 5RS
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The Met Bar
(British)
The talented mixologists at the Met Bar will provide a series of classic combinations, new creations, as well as pandering to your own ideas for recipes.
The Metropolitan Hotel,
19 Old Park Lane,
Mayfair,
London,
W1K 1LB
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Milk and Honey
(British)
Sup a cocktail from the impressive list at this unpretentious members' bar in Soho.
61 Poland Street,
Soho,
London,
W1F 7NU
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No 5
(International)
Classics, Martinis, Champagne and Long & Shorts all available from this lavish Marylebone bar.
5 Cavendish Square,
Marylebone,
London,
W1G 0PG
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Nordic
(Modern European)
Nordic offers a range of Scandinavian themed drinks and dishes in an friendly and welcoming environment.
25 Newman Street,
Fitzrovia,
London,
W1T 1PN
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Top quality cocktails, using some ingredients bought from nearby Borough Market, are on offer with flair for low prices.
111 Long Lane,
London Bridge,
London,
SE1 4PH
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Oxo Tower Restaurant, Bar and Brasserie
(British)
Overlooking the River Thames, this should be your option if you desire stunning views to accompany your cocktail.
8th Floor, Oxo Tower Wharf,
Bargehouse Street,
South Bank,
London,
SE1 9PH
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We recommend the trademark 'Pink Pearl Champagne' cocktail from this lavish setting in Holborn.
Chancery Court Hotel,
252 High Holborn,
Holborn,
London,
WC1V 7EN
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Public House
(British)
You may not expect a venue named Public House to offer quality cocktails; however, serve them it does, in an attractive setting that is more style bar than pub.
54 Islington Park St,
Islington,
London,
N1 1PX
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The Redchurch
(British)
The Redchurch has undergone a refurbishment back to Victorian times with velvet banquette seating and friendly service.
107 Redchurch Street,
Shoreditch,
London,
E2 7DL
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Rumi is a relaxed and unpretentious Chelsea bar offering super cocktails, a sophisticated crowd and charming staff.
531 Kings Road,
Chelsea,
London,
SW10 0TZ
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Salvatore at Fifty
(Modern European)
Expert mixologists at Fifty are on hand to provide some of the most elegant cocktails in London town.
50 St James's Street,
St James,
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Shochu Lounge
Located beneath Roka, this is a wonderfully inventive cocktail and spirits bar with a Japanese flavour.
Basement,
37 Charlotte Street,
London,
W1T 1RR
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Sketch
The East Bar of this magnificently diverse and eccentric Mayfair venue has an extensive cocktail menu. (Closed on Sundays).
9 Conduit Street,
Mayfair,
London,
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Sample a sensational cocktail within the exotic surroundings of SOUK on Clapham High Street.
165 Clapham High Street,
Clapham,
London,
SW4 7SS
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South London Pacific
(Vietnamese)
Scintillating cocktails for Kennington's faithful at this popular DJ and tiki bar on the main road.
340 Kennington Road,
London,
SE11 4LD
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Southwark Rooms
(Gastro Pub Food)
Southwark Rooms on Southwark Street is the obvious choice for after work drinks in the heart of the publishing district.
60 Southwark Street,
Southwark,
London,
SE1 1UN
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Designed by the guys behind Mahiki, this is a cool, contemporary cocktail bar with cocktails that won't break the bank.
247-249 Lavender Hill,
London,
SW11 1JW
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Sushinho Lounge Bar
Sushinho Lounge Bar is located downstairs within the Sushinho restaurant, continuing the Brazilian and Japanese influences.
312-314 King's Road,
London,
SW3 5UH
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Taman Gang
(Pan Asian)
An impressive choice of cocktails on the pre-11pm menu cost just £7-£8. Top quality ingredients and a lavish setting make this a great bar to visit.
141 Park Lane,
Mayfair,
London,
W1K 7AA
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A 26 page cocktail menu and a creative team of bartenders make this a sound choice in Knightsbridge.
31 Beauchamp Place,
London,
SW3 1NU
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The cocktail menu at the bar of the Valmont is something to behold.
266-266a Fulham Road,
Chelsea,
SW10 9EL
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The VBar
This stylish cocktail bar located beneath the exemplary Viktor Japanese restaurant, provides the perfect setting for a spot of late night drinking in Knightsbridge.
116 Knightsbridge,
Wellington Court,
London,
SW1X 7PJ
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