An intimate cocktail bar within Claridge's Hotel, designed by Bryan O'Sullivan, featuring an Art Deco style and an extensive selection of champagnes and expertly crafted cocktails.
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Last updated: 7/6/2026, 5:06:03 AM
Key Information
Claridge's Bar is an intimate, Art Deco-designed space located within the luxurious Claridge's hotel in Mayfair, London. Designed by Bryan O'Sullivan, it offers a sophisticated setting for enjoying expertly crafted cocktails, an extensive champagne selection, and rare whiskeys. It's known for its impeccable service and elegant atmosphere.
Customers consistently praise the impeccable and attentive service, describing it as a luxury experience that feels worth the price. The drinks, particularly the gin martini and champagne, are highlighted as excellent. The Art Deco atmosphere is frequently mentioned as captivating and refined, making for a memorable and relaxed visit.
Additional Details
The bar features an adjoining intimate room called The Snuggery, which seats up to 20 guests and can be reserved for private conversations. It also offers a seasonal terrace.
Based on customer reviews mentioning 'after work' and 'early evening' visits, it appears to be an ideal spot for evening drinks and sophisticated social gatherings.
Awards & Recognition
50Best Discovery
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Claridge’s Bar is definitely a luxury experience, but one that feels worth it.
The drinks were excellent, especially the gin martini, which was one of the best I’ve had. We also had champagne and everything from the presentation to the pacing of service felt polished and intentional.
The service was impeccable throughout the visit and really stood out as part of the experience.
Yes, it’s expensive, but it delivers the level of atmosphere, hospitality, and quality you would expect from a place like Claridge’s.
Overall, a memorable experience and a great stop if you’re looking for a classic upscale London bar.
We enjoyed a glass of champagne and a lobster cocktail in the elegant Art Deco setting. The lobster cocktail was fresh, well balanced, and properly chilled, with clean flavors and precise presentation.
The champagne selection was strong and served at the correct temperature. Service was attentive, discreet, and efficient throughout.
A refined and relaxed experience in one of London’s classic hotel bars.
We had such a great time at this place we visited after work with our friends. The atmosphere is truly captivating, and it makes you feel like you’re in a different era. Wes and Lukas made us amazing cocktails. Wes turned our night into an unforgettable memory — he definitely deserves so much more! We are really grateful to him. You’re amazing Wes!!
A fun bar serving tasty cocktails and delicious snacks in one of the best bars in London. The service was exceptional. We had a great chat with the locals in the table next to ours. Will definitely go again next time we are in London. Highly recommended!!!
Visited the bar on Fri 28th March early evening. Stayed for a couple of rounds over about 75-90 minutes. Fantastic experience. Service was impeccable from being greeted at the bar entrance to the lovely petite blonde server, who was skillfully able to pour a perfect beer into a glass whilst balancing it on the tray. Friendly and chatty too! Snacks like rice crackers and honey nuts were complimentary and frequently topped up. Partner thoroughly enjoyed her Moscow Mule and her Posiling (sp?) lemony cocktail. I really enjoyed - and would come back. (Price wise: two cocktails (£25 each) and three bottles of IPA plus service charge came to £92). RECOMMEND.
