8 Secret Underground Drinking Spots in London
Delve into a unique bar scene in the heart of London, hidden beneath the bustling streets and towering skyscrapers. It’s not just tube lines down there, you know! You’ll find an array of exclusive bars, ranging from opulent champagne lounge to enigmatic speakeasies. Here’s our top selection of underground drinking spots in London.
It’s likely you’ve heard of Amazonico, the Mayfair restaurant known for its rainforest-inspired décor, vibrant atmosphere, and South American cuisine, but did you know they have a secret spot located under the restaurant? Behind a discreet doorway and down the golden-clad staircase, enter the restaurant’s best kept secret. Access is by invite only, making it one of London’s most exclusive spaces.
Where: 10 Berkeley Square, London W1J 6BR
Set beneath The Royal Exchange, The Libertine is the newest hidden secret bar in the heart of the city. This venue is made up of an enigmatic destination bar, lively drinking, and dining corners, with a secret whisky vault. Indulge in an array of seafood dishes, dry-aged steaks, and snacks for sharing. As well as a curated drinks menu, created in partnership with some of the city’s most distinguished distilleries, breweries, and wine merchants.
Where: 4 Winsley St, London W1W 8HF
Set beneath The Royal Exchange, The Libertine is the newest hidden secret bar in the heart of the city. This venue is made up of an enigmatic destination bar, lively drinking, and dining corners, with a secret whisky vault. Indulge in an array of seafood dishes, dry-aged steaks, and snacks for sharing. As well as a curated drinks menu, created in partnership with some of the city’s most distinguished distilleries, breweries, and wine merchants.
Where: 87 Notting Hill Gate, London W11 3JZ
When you enter a restaurant, you don’t usually look behind the wine shelves, but make sure you do at Meraki! You will find a dimly lit corridor, revealing a secret entrance to a subterranean lounge. This is the Living Room. Enjoy cocktails, velvet seating and of course, Meraki’s renowned street food. Their two signatures ‘caves’ can be booked for up to eight guests for those who want a more intimate and exclusive setting. Moreover, they offer a late-night menu alongside the beats of resident DJs until the early hours.
Where: 30 Foley St, London W1W 7TJ
This memorable bar can be found tucked behind the hustle and bustle of Carnaby Street. Disrepute is a perfect location for a first date, afterwork drinks or group evenings out. Indulge in a stunning cocktail menu, glamourous décor, and the exclusive atmosphere of their private members club.
Where: 4 Kingly Ct, Carnaby, London W1B 5PW
Bandra Bhai grants you access to a retro Indian smugglers den, full of spectacular trinkets, foreign liquor, gaudy art and velvet upholstery. Enjoy a range of small Indian plates to nibble whist you sip Indian inspired cocktails, such as blackberry with Animal Gin, or a Punt e mes and blackberry; or the pineapple, with Tidel Rum, coconut, pineapple, cinnamon, and citrus.
Where: 79-81 Mortimer St, London W1W 7SJ
Under a wine and cheese shop in South Kensington, you will find Nocturne. A basement bar with an extensive cocktail menu, the low lighting and piano creates a soulful atmosphere. Make sure to try their original and very popular strawberry and ginger Negroni when you visit.
Where: 158 Old Brompton Road, SW5 0BA
Enter through the original iron gate cellar doors to the converted cellar with vaulted ceilings, exposed brickwork. The vault has been elegantly designed with plush velvet seating, and long wood-topped bar, alongside a private dining and champagne room, seating up to 50. Here you can discover London’s hidden underground champagne bar offering an array of fizz including the largest selections of Magnums in London alongside creative cocktails and bar bites.
Where: 116 pall mall, St. James’s, London SW1Y 5ED
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