The Best Bars In London Right Now | Ping Culture

As you enter Waeska bar your eye is immediately drawn to the collection of treasured artifacts, objets d'art and priceless artworks, housed behind the expansive labradorite bar. However, your attention is soon taken by the list of ethnobotanical cocktails, created by the expert team of in-house mixologists.

Take your perch in The Nest, our rooftop bar with unparalleled 360-degree views of London. Settle into the indoor lounge filled with green foliage and natural materials—where DJs spin the decks from their very own treehouse ‘fort’—or cosy up on the outdoor wraparound terrace decked with loungers. The menu features playful, market-driven cocktails and bar bites that draw inspiration from the tree a...

A speakeasy type brought to you by Chef Adam Handling and headed up by Frog by Adam Handling group bar manager Tim Laferla.

Old world European charm meets the dry with of London. Coming October 2021. Under the culinary direction of Patrick Powell, food will be served from early morning through to the early hours, with a complementary cocktail offering conceptualised by Bar Manager Jack Porter. A reimagining of the station's original, 19th century ticket hall, celebrated French designer Hugo Toro has created a Victorian...

Sager + Wilde Paradise Row is a 40 seater dining room, a gorgeous courtyard terrace and an intimate, mezzanine cocktail lounge. We are renowned for our intelligent and inventive food, award-winning wine list and innovative cocktails.

Archer Street SW11 is the newest addition to South West London. Introducing the fun-loving experience of Archer Street to Northcote Road, our experiential bar is perfect for discerning Londoners looking for a fun night of expertly crafted cocktails and dancing on tables.

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...

The dramatic jet-black and gold décor of the Beaufort Bar provides the perfect setting for glamour and luxury. Open from Thursday to Saturday nights, with a DJ playing sultry tunes after dark, the Beaufort Bar is the most charismatic of London locations to enjoy creative cocktails, prestige spirits and rare vintages.

‘Social Darts’ is an experience which brings you and your friends together for unexpected, ridiculous, joy. We’ve reinvented darts for the twenty first century, developing a range of fast and exciting multi-player games, built to bring people together and designed to keep you unexpectedly hooked, insatiably entertained and full of joy. Whether you’re an expert darts sniper or a total beginner, ev...

A buzzing cocktail club, in Shoreditch's undiscovered Hackney Road, with a 'secret' speakeasy drinking den, mesmerising cocktail list and awesome DJs! In the heart of Shoreditch at the bottom of the hip Hackney Road, lies a parallel universe. Step through the giant opulent ‘looking glass’ and into a world of decadent debauchery with unique mesmerizing cocktails and eccentric entertainment in a lav...

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...

Plush velvet, supple black upholstery and polished rose gold set the scene for some seriously stylish sips in an ambience redolent of the glamorous 1930s. During this time, Manetta's was the favourite hangout for the cognoscenti from the worlds of literature and the arts, who mingled with celebrated rakes and aristos. The clientele may have changed a little over time, but the atmosphere still live...

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

Tayēr is a produce driven cocktail bar combining modern techniques and old-fashioned practices to create drinks that express simplicity and uniqueness of our ingredients Elementary is a modern neighbourhood bar serving classic cocktails on tap combined with seasonal and contemporary ingredients, highballs, wine, beer, coffee and snax.

From a vintage champagne tucked away in a French cellar to the single malt secrets poured down through generations, every drink at The Berkeley Bar & Terrace has a tale to tell. Discover a small-batch rum with a big personality or enjoy a single glass of red courtesy of Coravin. Explore short runs and limited editions or re-acquaint yourself with long-forgotten favourites. Every item on the caref...

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.

winner - best bar & best new venue- angel / islington 2016/2017 this is your local; a vibrant bar and kitchen, serving amazing cocktails and delicious food to the islington neighbourhood tucked away just off upper street you’ll find us warmly welcoming you whatever the occasion. whatever your vice: drop in - relax and hangout.

Hokus Pokus is inspired by Victorian quack doctor James Morison who in 1828 opened the "British College of Health" just a few doors from here. Doc Morison was quite an adventurer: born in 1770 Scotland, he studied in Aberdeen and Germany, established himself as a merchant on the Baltic in Riga, invested in the West Indies before moving to ordeaux in 1815. A few years later, he came to London claim...

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

The Red Room is nestled within The Connaught – a hideaway that guests will only discover through a velvet-curtained doorway from the hotel’s Champagne Room. This cocooning space showcases a collection of creative works in red – that has been years in the making – by four female visionaries, from one of the most celebrated of our time to a young Vietnamese artist. The striking interior is the work...

The first bar from the Irish duo Aaron Wall and Ciarán Smith, Homeboy will bring the best of warm, laid-back Irish hospitality, home comforts paired with delicious drinks, approachable traditional food with a modern Irish nuance to London. Aaron and Ciarán will bring their prior expertise having held senior roles collectively at venues including Callooh Callay, London Cocktail Club, The Dorchester...

Sweeties is a cocktail bar, discotheque and late-night lounge bringing innovative drinks and glorious misbehaviour to the top of The Standard, London. Think feel-good sips and trippy-coloured cocktails surrounded by floor-to-ceiling views and a good time soundtrack from our ever-evolving DJ line-up. This one hits the spot.

Viajante87 is an experiential bar combining cutting-edge cocktail creations and experimental crafting techniques in a high-energy hideaway, where Tokyo meets Tulum.

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

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.

Beneath the bustling streets of Covent Garden lies QT - a modern take on a classic speakeasy. Built upon the foundations of the iconic music venue, Kingsway Hall, our late-night basement bar serves up everything from live music to comedy. You'll find a carefully curated cocktail menu, an impressive selection of cocktails and wine, and an ever-changing, globally inspired food menu.

Mezcalito is a Mexican Restaurant Bar with a beautiful Garden area offering tapas style Mexican food and delicious cocktails with an extensive range of Tequila and Mezcal.

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Be one of the first to flip the switch and discover London’s newest unique all-day bar experience, Control Room B – a hidden wonder in the hub of the iconic Grade II* listed Battersea Power Station. For the first time in history, guests can rewire the clocks and experience life in the original bustling Control Room every day of the week, fully functioning and frozen in time in the 1950s.

Murder Inc. is a cocktail bar in Soho, London, from the team behind the highly-acclaimed Cocktail Trading Co. We could go on about how great it is, but just come along? Easier.

A person's bar experience is made up of many things, however, one thing that can be elusive is the right mix of service and substance. What we aim for you to find is what we at Found would like all our bar experiences to be, pretty much everywhere. Come in, be greeted with warmth, served a damn good drink and be able to enjoy the company of friends in a welcoming space. No gimmicks, just good serv...

Hijingo is a game of chance, a game of destiny, a game of fortune. Will it be your time? This high-octane, high-tech show, completely redefines the meaning of bingo. Get ready to have your mind blown by this adrenaline-fuelled, unforgettable experience. With a wide range of expertly-crafted cocktails and an epic street food-inspired menu, you can eat, drink and play, as you take a glimpse into th...

Named after a devilish cocktail, it is only to be expected that their cocktail menu is their crowning glory. Satan's Whiskers is a bar you need to visit in East London.

Hidden behind unassuming shutters on London's famous Brick Lane, lies Cell Block Two One Two, a secret speakeasy prison made a little more bearable by successfully smuggling in liquor past The Warden and getting it to the longest-serving inmates. ​ When convicted to Alcotraz, inmates are taken into an exciting world of mischief as they are instructed by a notorious bootlegger, Clyde Cassidy to s...

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.

The Act is a chic cocktail bar with a twist; our talented team give live performances throughout the evening creating a fabulous, fun atmosphere, guaranteed to get you up on your feet and dancing! We serve delicious Indian small plates, sublime cocktails together with a selection of seductive wines in elegant surroundings, and our DJs keep the party going, all night long!

Elevate to the 14th floor of Dorsett City Hotel in Aldgate and experience the breathtaking views of London's most iconic skyline. Explore the rooftop terrace and cast your eyes upon the fantastic views of Tower Bridge, the Shard, the Walkie Talkie, the Gherkin and more. Browse through the carefully curated cocktail menu that takes you through a journey of mixology, transforming the most unique ing...

La Goccia, literally translating to 'the drop', is home to a cosy, casual bar serving signature cocktails, aperitivo and Italian wines. Tucked away from the crowds of Covent Garden, the statement bar is made from a variety of leaves individually cast in bronze. Inspired by nature and evolving with the seasons, the cocktail list is a thoughtfully created menu of crafted cocktails using botanicals, ...

Welcome to The Iris Bar at The Gherkin. Located on the 40th level, the bar offers a wide selection of inventive cocktails, an extensive wine and Champagne list, and a variety of bar snacks that are perfect for sharing. It’s the ideal setting for a special event or a well-deserved reward for yourself. Toast to a wonderful evening while you admire 360° views of the sun setting with a glass of bubbl...

Chic cocktail bar under the bridge

The famous British adventurer, Phileas J. Fogg, opens the doors to his eccentric Mayfair residence every evening. Enjoy an intimate soirée in the drawing room and sip on delicious libations in Hendrick’s Botanical Garden. On Saturdays and Sundays, indulge in a delightful afternoon of Tipsy Tea;

We’re open seven days a week, from early in the morning until late night, serving food and drink and playing music all day and night on our totally unique Living Voice sound system.