Some West End bars are glamourous, decadent and fabulous. Others are tacky meat markets. If the latter is your preferred option then avoid our comprehensive list of recommended West End bars. If you have style however, our guide is all you'll need for that sophisticated night out in London's perpetually buzzing corner.
If you want to look like an eskimo in the West End without getting hassled, then the Absolut IceBar on Heddon Street is your ideal choice.
Amora is a stylish lounge and cocktail bar in London’s Trocadero.
London Trocadero,
13 Coventry Street,
Piccadilly Circus,
W1D 7DH
Captains CabinYou'll find this one tuckled away in the backstreets of Piccadilly. Perfect for those seeking escape from the Circus.
4-7 Norris Street,
London,
SW1Y 4RJ
Crazy BearA sophisticated offering on Whitfield Street with an extensive range of beers, wines and cocktails.
26-28 Whitfield Street,
Bloomsbury,
London,
W1T 2RG
The Donovan BarA sleek, retro image clashes with Donovan's original cocktail menu, located within Browns Hotel on Albemarle Street.
Rocco Fortes Browns Hotel,
33 Albemarle Street,
Mayfair,
London,
W1S 4BP
read our reviewAnother funky offering, this time on Heddon Street. Plush interiors, a fab cocktail list and excellent DJ nights make this a safe choice in the West End.
Lobby Bar at One AldwychThis acclaimed bar offers relaxed and refined surroundings within the One Aldwych Hotel.
Nell Gwynne TavernWe've included this little pub on the Strand for its historic value and its traditional charm, if that is what you wish to seek.
2 Bull Inn Court,
Strand,
London,
WC2 0NR
No 5(Modern European)This establishment is a bar, restaurant and club with the most sumptuous decor in the capital.
A desirable Moroccan style has been adopted at this discreet venue on New Burlington Street. A midweek Happy Hour has been adopted from 17:00 - 20:00.
3 New Burlington Street (off Regent Street),
Mayfair,
London,
W1S 2JF
read our reviewOrchid is a vibrant and impressive underground cocktail bar on Coventry Street.
SalisburyThe historic and decadent Salisbury is another traditional choice on the list, popular with tourists, theatre goers and fashionable locals.
Shochu Lounge(Japanese)Shochu provides a stylish Japanese ambience to proceedings at this exciting bar on Charlotte Street.