Situated in exclusive South Kensington (a Chanel boutique and a Lamborghini dealership within walking distance), this small bar is great for cocktails.

The Venue
The first thing you notice while walking in is the smell of fresh watermelon and, sure enough, there are a bunch of them on the bar. Decorated in a modern, minimalist way with leather chairs and sofas, the prevailing colours are red and black. A rather impressive large mirror adorns one of the walls and the futuristic, metal bathroom door is actually a pleasant visual feature. The space is divided into two rooms: the first one has the main bar, and the second has a DJ booth and lots of seats (it is available for private functions).

The Atmosphere
It can be rather pretentious as a lot of the clientele are young and rich, but the staff are fun and seem to enjoy themselves. The music adds a bit of a party feel and the dim lighting creates a cool ambiance. Everybody is dressed up and wants to show off but that’s not necessarily a negative thing.

The Food
There is a selection of nibbles, such as chicken satay, spring roll and dumplings. The food is very tasty if slightly pricey, but it works well if you want a bite to eat with your cocktail.

The Drink
The watermelon martini is an absolute must. Prepared with fresh watermelon, shaken with vodka and served in a tall glass topped with a slice of fruit, this drink is their staple. The mojitos are also very tasty and the vodka martini with orange zest has a good kick. The prices are typical for a trendy cocktail bar: £8 for a long, £6.50 for a short glass. Bottled beer is also available and there is a selection of wine but the cocktails are the main attraction.

The Last Word
Fact: this is a slinky bar with delicious cocktails and beautiful if slightly pretentious people. A good pit stop before a night of clubbing in South Ken or Chelsea.

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