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Best Cocktails in the City of London

Last updated: 16/11/2021

Fancy a drink in the heart of London? From secret speakeasy-style bars to drinks with views of iconic landmarks in London, Ping Culture has summed up the top 8 cocktail bars in the City of London for that perfect client meeting, romantic date or after work drinks with colleagues.
BookableThe Library Bar
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The Library Bar

One of the capital's most celebrated cocktail destinations, The Library Bar – distinguished by its outstanding mixology and venerable "liquid museum" of spirits – offers the warm and intimate atmosphere of a private club accompanied by a vibrant ambiance that makes it a popular choice with Knightsbridge and Belgravia's well-heeled locals as well as hotel guests. The bar is home to cognacs dating b...

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Simmons Bar | Farringdon
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Simmons Bar | Farringdon

Simmons is a charming group of late night cocktail bars, boasting a fantastic FIVE hour long happy hour!! With DJ's spinning tunes Thursday - Saturday from 7 pm - late, We have everything you need under one roof! Perfect for after work drinks, date night or a cheeky dance!

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Eastcheap Records
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Eastcheap Records

Bringing live music, cocktails and good times to the City. Expect live performances every night, a bangin' list of cocktails and delicious food to keep you fuelled for the dance floor.

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Core Bar
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Core Bar

Located in the heart of the City, walking distance from Mansion House, Bank and St Paul's stations, Core is the coolest bar around. Have a bite to eat, join us for after work drinks or even pop to the club for a dance.

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BookableLe Bar - Cocktails, Wine & Bistro
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Le Bar - Cocktails, Wine & Bistro

Le Bar is open Tuesday to Friday evenings and offers up a slice of conviviality and French chic in the heart of Clerkenwell. Our wine list is made up of over two hundred varieties with many available by the glass. The list journeys across southwest France featuring plenty of well-known producers and excellent vintages and our own pick of the region's best hidden talent. Our house cocktails are ...

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BookableDo Not Disturb (DND Bar)
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Do Not Disturb (DND Bar)

DND, Do not Disturb is a discreet, underground and sophisticated speakeasy cocktail bar takes inspiration from the clandestine bars of 1920s New York with hand-beaded images of Ziegfeld Follies girls lining the walls, beckoning guests into this secret bar through a darkened entrance tucked back on Garlick Hill. DND offers guests speciality barrel-aged and house cocktails alongside a menu of small...

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BookableEighteen Sky Bar
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Eighteen Sky Bar

An iconic style bar with unrivalled views over The O2, Canary Wharf, Thames Barrier and Docklands. Glamorous and sophisticated with a cutting edge cocktail list and expert staff delivering a truly first class experience.

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Oriole Bar
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Oriole Bar

The Oriole is an underground cabinet of curiosities that draws on the adventurous spirit of explorers from all ages, referencing the glorious drinking habits of Old World, New World and the Orient.

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