The best speakeasies in London for celebrations. Every pick is curated for the right vibe — share the list and decide together.
5 places to explore
Craft Cocktails, Your Spirits, Unforgettable Experience
BYOC is a unique cocktail bar in Covent Garden where guests bring their own spirits. Hidden behind a juice bar, it offers an intimate setting with candlelit tables. Mixologists craft bespoke cocktails using homemade ingredients, providing a personalized and interactive experience.
28 Bedfordbury, London WC2N 4BJ
Wed–Thu 17:00–00:00; Fri–Sat 17:00–01:00; Sun 17:00–23:00
Secret Speakeasy: Sip in a Hidden Mystery
Evans & Peel Detective Agency is a unique 1920s-style speakeasy in London, cleverly disguised as a detective agency. Visitors must request an appointment to enter, where they are led through a secret bookcase into a dimly lit bar featuring detective-themed decor and live 1920s jazz music.
310c Earls Court Road, London SW5 9BA
Mon–Wed 17:00–00:00; Thu 17:00–01:00; Fri–Sat 17:00–02:00; Sun 17:00–23:00
Step Back in Time at This Hidden Speakeasy
Evans and Peel Pharmacy is a speakeasy bar in Chiswick, styled as a 1920s pharmacy. Guests must ring a buzzer and provide a 'medical condition' to enter. Inside, the bar features vintage apothecary decor and serves prohibition-era cocktails.
42 Devonshire Road, Chiswick, London W4 2HD
Tue–Thu 17:00–23:00; Fri–Sat 17:00–00:00; Sun 17:00–22:00
Vibrant Mexican Flavors in Soho's Heart
La Bodega Negra is a vibrant Mexican restaurant and bar in Soho, London. Known for its unique entrance through a sex-shop-style doorway, it offers a lively atmosphere with street-inspired Mexican dishes, alongside an extensive selection of tequila and mezcal.
9 Old Compton Street, Soho, London W1D 5JF
Mon–Wed 17:00–00:00; Thu 17:00–01:00; Fri–Sat 12:00–01:00; Sun 12:00–23:00
Experience New Orleans Vibes in Every Sip
Nola London is a cocktail bar inspired by the vibrant culture of New Orleans. Known for its expertly crafted cocktails and lively atmosphere, it offers a unique experience with a blend of Southern hospitality and London charm. The venue features live music and a carefully curated drinks menu.
1 Oliver's Yard, 55 City Road, London EC1Y 1HQ
Tue–Thu 17:00–00:00; Fri–Sat 17:00–01:00
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