Best Bars in Soho

10 bars

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   Cocktail bar4.6★4,021 reviews

   Cahoots London

   Step into a 1940s London Underground shelter at Cahoots, a immersive cocktail bar in Carnaby's Kingly Court. Vintage tube carriages, wartime decor, live jazz, and inventive cocktails served in ration tins transport you to the Blitz era. Perfect for evenings of swing dancing, speakeasy vibes, and creative drinks amid sandbags and flickering lights.

   Price level $$Time to spend 1.5–3 hrs

   2 min walk · 0.2 km·13 Kingly Ct, Carnaby, London W1B 5PW

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   Cocktail bar4.6★3,423 reviews

   Simmons Bar | Soho

   Tucked into the vibrant heart of Soho on Bateman Street, Simmons Bar captivates with its retro '90s living room vibe. Kitsch wallpaper, a central fireplace, and quirky disco skull accents create a nostalgic haven. Two floors buzz with energy: a lively ground level bar, an upstairs function room for gatherings, and a 70s-inspired karaoke space complete with disco lights and a retro Smeg fridge. Signature happy hours feature 2-for-£10 cocktails, teapots for £15 serving four, and themed deals like Margarita Mondays. Open late into the night, it serves classic mixes alongside playful inventions in a compact, party-ready setting perfect for Soho nights.

   Price level $$Time to spend 1–3 hrs

   5 min walk · 0.4 km·2 Bateman St, London W1D 4AE

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   Cocktail bar4.1★2,584 reviews

   Bar Soho

   Bar Soho is a two-floor cocktail bar and late‑night hangout in the heart of Soho, housed at 23–25 Old Compton Street. The venue pairs theatrical, mirrored interiors and quirky seating with a roomy dance floor and DJ-led evenings, serving cocktails and a casual food menu from afternoon into the small hours. Energetic and style-forward, it suits after-work drinks, weekend dancing and private events in a central London spot.

   Price level $$Time to spend 1–4 hrs

   5 min walk · 0.4 km·23-25 Old Compton St, London W1D 5JL

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   Cocktail bar4.7★1,444 reviews

   Swift Soho

   Swift Soho captivates on London's vibrant Old Compton Street with its dual-level allure: a bright upstairs aperitivo bar bathed in pastel blues and marble, transitioning to a dimly lit downstairs haven of dark woods and cosy leather booths. Master mixologists craft classics and innovative cocktails like the Legends series, honouring icons from Hemingway to Snoop Dogg, alongside an extensive whisky selection exceeding 300 varieties. Live jazz and piano enliven weekends, complemented by bar snacks such as olives and chilli rice crackers. Open daily from 3pm, it embodies Soho's electric energy in a refined, welcoming space perfect for intimate evenings or lively gatherings.

   Mon–Sat 15:00–24:00 · Sun 15:00–22:30Price level $$Time to spend 1–2.5 hrs

   6 min walk · 0.5 km·12 Old Compton St, London W1D 4TQ

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   Cocktail bar4.5★963 reviews

   The Little Scarlet Door

   Tucked away on Greek Street in Soho, The Little Scarlet Door transforms a former flatshare into a whimsical three-floor cocktail bar and restaurant. Step through the iconic scarlet door into an open-plan living room with exposed brick, cozy sofas, and a kitchen bar adorned with art from Soho Revue Gallery. Downstairs, an industrial basement pulses with DJ-led house parties from Wednesday to Saturday, while a heated courtyard offers al fresco sipping. Signature cocktails draw inspiration from a quirky DVD collection, paired with mezze and toasties in this vibrant neighborhood hotspot perfect for date nights and late-night revelry.

   Price level $$Time to spend 1.5–3 hrs

   5 min walk · 0.4 km·12-13 Greek St, London W1D 4DL

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   Cocktail bar4.4★932 reviews

   Disrepute - Soho

   Disrepute is a glamorous underground cocktail bar in Soho's Kingly Court, evoking the scandalous 1960s vibe of its predecessor, The Pinstripe Club. Plush velvet seating, art deco details and expertly crafted cocktails create an intimate, members-only atmosphere perfect for late-night rendezvous. Signature drinks like the Fellini and Lime House Royal shine amid a jazz soundtrack, with aperitivo hour on weekdays adding value to this luxurious hideaway.

   Price level $$$Time to spend 1–2.5 hrs

   3 min walk · 0.2 km·4 Kingly Ct, Carnaby, London W1F 9RS

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   Cocktail bar4.1★799 reviews

   Thirst Bar Soho

   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.

   Mon–Sat 16:00–3:00Price level $$Time to spend 1–4 hrs

   5 min walk · 0.4 km·53 Greek St, London W1D 3DR

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   Wine bar4.5★182 reviews

   The Black Book

   Tucked away in a Soho basement, The Black Book is a sophisticated wine bar founded by master sommeliers Gearoid Devaney and Xavier Rousset. Featuring London's largest by-the-glass wine list via an innovative Coravin cellar, it pairs exceptional vintages with Mediterranean small plates, charcuterie, and sharing dishes in an intimate, club-like atmosphere open late into the night.

   Tue–Wed 17:00–24:00 · Thu–Sat 17:00–2:00Price level $$Time to spend 1–3 hrs

   5 min walk · 0.4 km·23 Frith St, London W1D 4RR

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   The Blind Pig at Social Eating House

   Hidden above the acclaimed Social Eating House in Soho, The Blind Pig is a stylish speakeasy bar channeling Prohibition-era glamour. Savor inventive cocktails inspired by literary tales like Peter Pan and Paddington, alongside elevated bar snacks from a Michelin-starred kitchen. Dimly lit wood-paneled interiors create an intimate vibe perfect for dates or after-work unwinding in London's buzzing West End.

   Price level $$Time to spend 1–2.5 hrs

   In the centre·Social Eating House, 58 Poland St, London W1F 7NR

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    Cocktail bar4.6★119 reviews

    Henson's Bar and Social

    Nestled on Frith Street in Soho's vibrant heart, Henson's Bar and Social offers a refined escape with oak-panelled walls, velvet curtains, and a blazing fireplace. This all-day cocktail haven serves precise classics and inventive signatures like Passion Fruit Negroni and Olive Oil Pisco Sour, alongside wines and light bites in an intimate, clubby atmosphere perfect for pre-theatre drinks or cosy evenings.

    Price level $$Time to spend 1–2.5 hrs

    4 min walk · 0.3 km·57 Frith St, London W1D 3JG

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