The Best Bars In London

Top Bars In London

If you are looking for the best bars in London and fun bars in London, then you have come to the right place.

The London pub scene is huge. According to a recent report, there are more than 3,500 bars in London, but which London bars are the best?

With so many cool bars in London, a recent article predicted that if you visited every single London bar then it would take you around nineteen years before you reached the last one. Now that is one hell of a pub crawl, especially if you visit some of the more quirky bars in London.

It doesn’t matter what type of bar you are looking for, which includes cocktail bars, London has them all. It doesn’t matter what part of London you are visiting, you are going to find a great bar near you. You can find some of the best bars in Central London, and amazing bars in West London, and one thing is for sure, you are guaranteed a great night out in London.

Some people believe the bars in London are the best in the UK and I must agree with that. Manchester for me is the second bar capital in the UK for a great night out.

There are lots of bars near me, but not as many as they are in London. In London, they seem to have a bar for everything. So, what are the top bars in London, let’s have a look.

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Humble Grape Battersea

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If you love wine, then you must visit Humble Grape Battersea. It is located on Battersea Rise. For me, for a special night out with friends, it is one of the best bars in London to start your night out before going to watch a show, heading to a club, or having a meal.

You will be amazed at the vast wine selection; you will come across wine here that you have never heard of. It is also one of the best cocktail bars in London, so you will be spoilt for choice.

If you are visiting London on a Sunday, then you must visit Humble Grape Battersea. They do a great Sunday Roast.

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La Goccia, Covent Garden

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If you are visiting Covent Garden then you need to visit La Goccia, Covent Garden. It is located at 1 Floral St, London WC2E 9FB and many believe it to be the best bar in Central London, and I agree.

It is owned by the founders of Petersham Nurseries and provides a stunning interior. Some of the artwork is stunning. When I first went to this bar, I was shocked but in a good way. It is a lovely place to visit for a great night out.

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The Coral Room

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If you are looking for one of the best bars in Central London, then you must try this one. The stylish, villa-style bar topped with chandeliers, offers cocktails, small plates, and afternoon tea. It is located at 16-22 Great Russell St, London WC1B 3NN.

This is a lovely London bar for great cocktails and a great atmosphere. If you are heading to the Coral Room at the weekend then be prepared, it does get very busy. Many believe this is one of the best cocktail bars in London, so you may need to book a table.

Not only can you expect great cocktails, but you will also be welcomed by friendly staff and great music.

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Happiness Forgets

One of my favourite choices for one of the bars in London and one that I always love to visit when I pop down to London is Happiness Forgets. It is located at 8-9 Hoxton Square, London N1 6NU. You have to try it; you will love it.

This is not one of the biggest London bars, so be warned. Although they keep half the tables for walk-ins, I would recommend you make a booking so you don’t miss out.

The Happiness Forgets is open from 5 pm to 11 pm each night. It’s a great place to get some of the best cocktails in London.

Opium Cocktail And Dimsum Parlour

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You can’t visit China Town without visiting Opium Cocktail And Dimsum Parlour. It is located at 15-16 Gerrard St, London W1D 6JE.

This is one of the cool bars in London that attracts people of all ages. Sadly, not a lot of people know about Opium Cocktail And Dimsum Parlour, which is very strange. But I can assure you, it deserves its place as one of London’s best bars.

It is located in the heart of China Town, which makes it a great start to a night out before a nice meal. Opium Cocktail And Dimsum Parlour are spread over three floors, and they offer some of the best cocktails in London, so please do visit here if you love cocktails.

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Beaufort Bar

You may have seen this London bar on TV, as it is located within the famous Savoy Hotel. It provides a magical experience as you would expect from such an iconic venue. Each night, they have live music. Don’t be surprised if you come across some famous faces.

This is one of London’s best bars, but it is also as you would expect one of the more expensive ones.

Mr Fogg’s Gin Parlour

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If you are looking for a Central London bar while having a great day out in Covent Garden, then go and visit Mr Fogg’s Gin Parlour. It is located at 1 New Row, London WC2N 4EA.

I was recommended this bar by a friend of mine. When they told me it was the best bar in London, I thought he was joking. I thought I knew all the best bars in London but I had never come across Mr Fogg’s Gin Parlour, even though I was a frequent visitor to Covent Garden. However, he was right, it is a great bar.

I would recommend trying the different flavours of gin.

Scarlett Green

Scarlett Green is a London bar that you go to if you are looking for every type of drink possible. It is located at 4 Noel St, London W1F 8GB.

It has a chilled-out atmosphere where as well as drinking some of the best cocktails in London, you can also grab something to eat.

Perched on Noel Street, Scarlett Green is the kind of bar that has a drink for everyone. That being said, they have a yummy brunch menu too.

Ninetyeight Bar & Lounge

If you are looking for quirky bars in London, then you must visit Ninetyeight Bar & Lounge. It is located at Morrell Business Training, 98 Curtain Rd, London EC2A 3AF.

Ninetyeight Bar & Lounge is a colourful bar that is decked out with fancy décor. It is a great place to go and chill out with workmates.

Lady Abercorn’s Pub & Kitchen

This is another bar that I was not familiar with, but after checking it out, it was obvious that it should be included in my list of one of the best bars in London. It is located at 40 Liverpool St, London EC2M 7QN.

It is a friendly and special London bar that makes you feel that you have gone back in time.