KEY2 Pick
Best bars in London
Cocktail rooms, rooftops and unmarked doors — where to start a night and where to end one.
KEY2 Pick
Cocktail Bar • $$$$
The Connaught Bar
Tableside martini trolley service in one of the world's most consistently ranked cocktail bars.
Best for: Date Night / Special Occasion
Rooftop Bar • $$$
Radio Rooftop Bar
Skyline views over the Thames from the 10th floor of ME London.
Best for: Group / Special Occasion
Live Music Bar • $$
The Blues Kitchen Shoreditch
Bourbon and blues in a room with live bands most nights of the week.
Best for: Casual / Group
Questions, answered
What are the best bars in London?+
The KEY2 editors' top picks for bars in London are Lyaness, The Connaught Bar. Every listing in this guide is individually vetted, with hours, prices and booking links.
Where can I find good-value bars in London?+
For $$-level bars in London, consider The Blues Kitchen Shoreditch.
What are the best bars in London for a special occasion?+
For a splurge, the KEY2 guide recommends Lyaness, The Connaught Bar, Nightjar, Radio Rooftop Bar. Reserve ahead — the booking link is on each listing.
Do I need to book bars in London in advance?+
The most popular bars in London fill up days or weeks ahead. Every KEY2 listing includes a direct reservation or booking link where one is available.
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