Thirst Bar Soho
Compact Soho cocktail bar by day, pulsing DJ‑led club by night—cheap cocktails, leather booths and a lively basement scene.
A compact, late‑night cocktail bar and basement club on Greek Street, Thirst Bar Soho pairs cleverly priced cocktails and upbeat DJ nights with leather booths and a buzzy Soho crowd. Upstairs feels airy and sociable by day and early evening; after dark the basement turns into a pulsing dance space with disco lights and booth seating—an easy choice for after‑work drinks, cheap 'stupid hour' cocktails and a lively weekend scene.
A brief summary to Thirst Bar Soho
- 53 Greek St, London, W1D 3DR, GB
- +442074371977
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- Duration: 1 to 4 hours
- Mid ranged
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
- Monday 4 pm-3 am
- Tuesday 4 pm-3 am
- Wednesday 4 pm-3 am
- Thursday 4 pm-3 am
- Friday 4 pm-3 am
- Saturday 4 pm-3 am
Local tips
- Early evening 'stupid' or happy‑hour promotions offer the best value on signature cocktails—arrive around opening to catch reduced prices and a quieter ground floor.
- If you prefer chatting, stay upstairs; book a basement booth for a group if you want a contained spot for dancing and late‑night music.
- Noise levels rise considerably after 10pm—if you need to hear conversation, plan for earlier hours or step outside to Greek Street.
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A compact Soho cocktail den with dual personalities
Thirst Bar occupies a narrow Georgian frontage on Greek Street but unfolds into two distinct spaces: a sunlit, leather‑seated ground floor that reads like a neighbourhood cocktail lounge, and a lower‑ground room that flips into a DJ‑led dance space by late evening. The contrast between the breezy street‑level bar and the close, nightclub vibe below is part of Thirst’s appeal—both feel intentionally intimate rather than theatrical.Drinks, promotions and the evening rhythm
The drinks menu ranges from pocket‑friendly classics to a few deluxe serves; promotional windows such as early‑evening “stupid” or happy‑hour deals are a feature, attracting a pre‑dinner or post‑work crowd. Cocktails are mixed with an emphasis on solid measures and crowd‑pleasing flavours rather than elaborate theatrics, and the selection includes frozen daiquiris, caipirinhas and a handful of signature riffs alongside spirits and draught beer.Design details and spatial character
Upstairs the bar is compact with big windows, light leather seating and enough pavement frontage to spill onto the street when weather allows. The basement is darker and denser: leather booths, discrete standing areas, coloured lighting and disco balls create a claustrophobic‑in‑a‑good‑way dance environment. The interior leans functional and slightly retro—focusing on comfort, close socialising and nightlife energy rather than fine‑dining décor.Soundtrack, crowd and late‑night energy
Resident DJs and loud, contemporary club mixes are part of the formula, particularly after 10pm when the downstairs room becomes a proper late‑night venue. The atmosphere is lively and social; conversations upstairs can run from easygoing to animated, while the basement encourages dancing and group nights out. Service rhythm changes across the evening: relaxed and chatty earlier, brisk and focused on drinks throughput during the peak party hours.Who comes here and what to expect
Thirst draws a mix of local workers, visitors to Soho and industry people looking for relaxed drinks or a spontaneous night out. Groups of friends both small and large book booths in the basement for a contained party zone, while couples and pairs gravitate to the ground floor for an easier pace. Expect a young, sociable crowd and an environment geared toward nightlife rather than quiet conversation.Practical character notes and local context
The venue’s modest footprint means it feels busy quickly, and the late licence shapes a long operating evening that often stretches into the small hours. Lighting, music and seating all prioritise sociability and dancing; the bar trades on lively, informal hospitality and the Soho street energy outside, making it a dependable stop for an after‑work drink or a lively night out in central London.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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