London · Best Bars · Curated · Updated 2026

Best Bars in London

Discover the best bars in London. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.

The 10 best bars in London

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Cahoots London

Step into a 1940s London underground tube station for immersive cocktails, vintage charm, and theatrical fun in the heart of Carnaby.

13 Kingly Ct, Carnaby, London W1B 5PW
4.6 Excellent 4,014 reviews
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Ballie Ballerson London

Dive into London's most playful cocktail bar with glowing ball pits, inventive drinks, and unforgettable nights in Shoreditch.

97-113 Curtain Rd, London EC2A 3BS
4.5 Excellent 5,148 reviews
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Nightjar Shoreditch

Step into Nightjar Shoreditch for an authentic 1920s speakeasy experience with live jazz and masterful cocktails in a cozy, vintage setting.

129 City Rd, London EC1V 1JB
4.6 Excellent 2,293 reviews
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Lyaness

Innovative cocktails and riverside elegance converge at Lyaness, London’s pioneering South Bank bar by mixologist Ryan Chetiyawardana.

20 Upper Ground, London SE1 9PD
4.6 Excellent 1,912 reviews
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Opium Cocktail Bar - Soho

Discover a hidden speakeasy in Soho’s Chinatown offering award-winning cocktails, dim sum delights, and a journey through vintage and modern mixology.

15-16 Gerrard St, London W1D 6JE
4.1 Very Good 1,770 reviews
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Prelude by Oriole

A refined Covent Garden cocktail bar blending innovative drinks, Latin American fusion cuisine, and live music in a stylish Asian-inspired setting.

23 Slingsby Pl, London WC2E 9AB
4.7 Excellent 978 reviews
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Swift Soho

Discover the dual charm of Swift Soho, where elegant aperitivos meet cozy whiskey cocktails in London’s vibrant nightlife heart.

12 Old Compton St, London W1D 4TQ
4.6 Excellent 1,442 reviews
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The Mayor of Scaredy Cat Town

Discover Shoreditch’s secret speakeasy behind a fridge door, where quirky vintage charm meets expertly crafted cocktails and lively 80s beats.

12-16 Artillery Ln, London E1 7LS
4.5 Excellent 1,005 reviews
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Callooh Callay

Step through the wardrobe to discover Shoreditch’s whimsical cocktail bar where creativity meets classic charm in every drink.

65 Rivington St, London EC2A 3QQ
4.5 Excellent 1,258 reviews
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Bar Termini

Intimate Soho cocktail bar blending Italian tradition with expert mixology in a cozy, vintage-inspired setting.

7 Old Compton St, London W1D 5JE
4.6 Excellent 1,238 reviews

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