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Sophisticated Drinks In London

Last updated: 04/08/2021

If there's something London has really nailed, it's places for a top notch tipple. From glamorous members clubs, sleek rooftops to secret speakeasies, London has all of them. If you're after a date night to impress, looking to splash the cash or simply want some sophisticating, check out our top picks of elegant and luxurious watering holes, where stunning decor meets exclusive vibes.

BookableDisrepute
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Disrepute

December 2016 sees the opening of new Soho members’ bar, Disrepute — the collaborative creation and latest venture from the team behind Sovereign Loss and the Barrio. Taking the place of 60s haunt, ‘The Pinstripe Club’, and inspired by its colourful history of scandal and infamy, Disrepute combines classic timeless qualities with 60s counterculture and the best of London’s cocktail culture today. ...

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BookableThe Amicable Society of Lazy Ballerinas
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The Amicable Society of Lazy Ballerinas

Deep in the heart of London, nestled between the historic cobblestone streets of Britain’s publishing world sits The Amicable Society of Lazy Ballerinas. At this Fleet Street wine bar, there are no rules. We live for the joy of sharing exceptional and exciting wines, accompanied by great food. Indulge in our carefully selected cheese, charcuterie and delectable small plates, and imbibe with us. Wi...

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BookableNine Lives
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Nine Lives

OUR ETHOS Nine Lives is an awesome little neighbourhood bar in Bermondsey Street. This hidden gem, nestled in the Victorian basement of No.8 Holyrood St, is packed full of incredible cocktails, great vibes & a killer soundtrack. We aim to do some good in this world, trying our best to have a positive influence on our guests & the bar business in general. The name Nine Lives refers to an ethos o...

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BookableThe Coral Room
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The Coral Room

“A bar like no other” designed by the acclaimed Martin Brudnizki, the vibrant grand salon bar reflects an exquisite country house transported to the city.

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BookableLyaness
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Lyaness

Created by multi award-winning Ryan Chetiyawardana AKA Mr Lyan (“The World’s Most Awarded Bartender” The Telegraph; International Bartender of the Year 2015, Most Influential Britons 2017, Personality of the Decade 2017) and the team behind iconic venues White Lyan, Super Lyan, Cub, Dandelyan and more. Team Lyan has always had a curiosity to find new ingredients, and an ability to make these unus...

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Nightjar
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Nightjar

“RECALLING GENTLEMEN OF OTHER DAYS, WHO MADE DRINKING ONE OF THE PLEASURES OF LIFE - NOT ONE OF ITS EVILS; WHO, WHATEVER THEY DRANK, PROVED ABLE TO CARRY IT, KEEP THEIR HEADS, AND REMAIN GENTLEMEN. ” — THE OLD WALDORF ASTORIA BAR BOOK, 1935 Nightjar’s reputation for breathing new life into forgotten cocktails and bringing fresh perspective to classic recipes and presentation is world renowned. ...

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Sabine Rooftop
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Sabine Rooftop

Sabine is a botanical rooftop bar complete with al fresco sun terraces and spectacular views over St Paul’s Cathedral and the London skyline🍸

Date Night Vibes Sundowners Drinks

BookableBlind Spot London
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Blind Spot London

Set behind the façade of a boutique tea counter and a secret golden hand-shaped handle is Blind Spot at St Martins Lane London, a late-night speakeasy that offers guests bespoke and signature cocktails bursting with flavours influenced by the British Empire and its ancient tea trade. Blind Spot cocktail bar travels from harbour to harbour and gathers the world flavours into its new menu.

Vibes Drinks Date Night Cocktail

Bookable14 Hills
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14 Hills

A glamorous all-day restaurant, bar and deli situated in the heart of London’s Square Mile. Boasting unparalleled views of London, Head Chef, John Barber has created a menu that showcases the best of British with a touch of French flair.

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The Parrot
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The Parrot

The Parrot is a cocktail bar and music venue that welcome guests who value quality food, drinks and entertainment in an intimate tropical environment.

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The Perception at W London
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The Perception at W London

Trailblazing interiors, bar-raising cocktails, mouth-watering dining experiences and exhilarating music & events programming; all overlooking the hustle and bustle of the streets of Soho below.

Drinks Vibes Date Night High Roller

The Bloomsbury Club
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The Bloomsbury Club

Step into the hidden world of The Bloomsbury Club Bar and allow the Cocktail Diviner to guide your evening and expose your deepest desires

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BookableThe Blue Bar - The Berkley
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The Blue Bar - The Berkley

There are plenty of places to have a drink or a cocktail in Knightsbridge. But few can match the Blue Bar for wow factor. Drop in for some of the most colourful cocktails in town. There’s nothing quite like a Nostalgia, a Shiso Mine or a Notorious to ease you into the evening.

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Purl London
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Purl London

Bringing new flare and creativity to forgotten libations from the prohibition era. We are passionate about forward thinking cocktails that combine complementary flavours & heighten the senses.

Date Night Drinks Something Different Cocktail

Fitz's Bar
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Fitz's Bar

Somewhere to escape the everyday, Fitz's bar pays tribute to the free spirits from Bloomsbury's past and present.

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BookableKanishka
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Kanishka

Kanishka specialises in the unexplored cuisine of India’s North East ‘Sister States’. This region of India has a distinct food culture, and its roads overflow with local food carts and eateries. The approach to cooking is one of humility and elevated simplicity – relying less on oil and spice than in other parts of the country, and instead upon the expert combination of fantastic quality ingredien...

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Punch Room
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Punch Room

Nestled at the back of the hotel is the reservations only Punch Room, a fumed-oak panelled den inspired by the comfort of manor house libraries and nineteenth-century London's private clubs, yet a modern reincarnation. Nominated for Best International Hotel Bar, Tales of The Cocktail Spirited Awards 2015, 2016. Nominated Best Bar GQ Food & Drinks Awards 2016.

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Burlock
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Burlock

Burlock is a cavernous rum bar with a party atmosphere, celebrating the Caribbean region’s most storied spirit.

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Scarfes Bar
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Scarfes Bar

An artfully social bar where conversational cocktails are served alongside live jazz and Gerald’s Scarfe's collection of original and one-off paintings.

Drinks Vibes Date Night Romantic

American Bar
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American Bar

he Savoy’s American Bar is the oldest surviving cocktail bar in Britain, first welcoming guests for its popular ‘American-style’ drinks in 1893. Today, the American Bar in London enjoys a reputation that positions it at the very forefront of the beverage industry – in 2017 it was voted World’s Best Bar at World’s 50 Best and in 2018 named World’s Best again at Tales of the Cocktail.

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Dukes Bar
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Dukes Bar

A sophisticated, luxury hotel nestled in the heart of St James’s, where you will arrive as a guest and leave as a friend.

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10 Degrees Sky Bar
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10 Degrees Sky Bar

GOLDEN MOMENTS. LASTING IMPRESSIONS. 10° at Galvin at Windows is named after the golden hour when the setting sun creates a dusky glow over the city of London. Experience magical moments with an expertly crafted cocktail from an unparalleled vantage point on the 28th floor of London Hilton on Park Lane.

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Swift Soho
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Swift Soho

Our award-winning central London bar is open seven days a week! Outdoor seating available all summer Open from 3pm every day No reservations, just come on by!

Drinks Cocktail After Work Drinks Outdoor Seating

BookableRadio Rooftop
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Radio Rooftop

Radio Rooftop is one of London’s most iconic venues situated on the 10th Floor, with striking views across the city skyline from sunrise to sunset.

Beaufort House Chelsea
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Beaufort House Chelsea

Beaufort House, with its home-from-home atmosphere, is everything you could possibly want from the best cocktail bar and brasserie in Kensington & Chelsea. Our award-winning ground floor brasserie & cocktail bar, open to all, serves delicious food from breakfast through to dinner, & our mixologists create some of the best cocktails in town. Our brasserie is the ideal place for your informal busi...

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Opium Cocktail bar and Dim Sum Parlour
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Opium Cocktail bar and Dim Sum Parlour

Opium is a 1920’s Shanghai themed cocktail bar and Dim Sum parlour located in the heart of Chinatown. The venue is split across two floors and home to 3 oriental themed bars – The Apothecary bar, The Academy bar and The Peony bar; each bar serving their own signature cocktail menu.

Drinks Date Night Vibes First Date

Jack Solomons Club
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Jack Solomons Club

Old-school classic cocktail club with live music and DJs from 9pm Ring the doorbell and enter through the kiosk...

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The Luggage Room
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The Luggage Room

The Luggage Room first opened it’s secret black door in 2013. Since then it’s been a rip-roaring ride through the history of drinks, staying true to the origins of classic cocktails, but always with a wry glance sideways - and a healthy dose of irreverence. We invite you to step down into Mayfair’s Best Kept Secret, and discover what the quiet fuss is all about.

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