Beautiful Bars In London

Tucked away in the Royal Exchange, Engel Bar transports you to an era of lavish hedonism with its Art Deco elegance, grand arches, and intimate courtyard views. Just steps from Bank station, you'll find a menu filled with delicious bites, including frites, oysters, and German charcuterie.

Top off your night with a Lychee Paloma, Rhubarb Fizz, a Skandal, made from Rémy Martin 1738, or the creamy Trüffel-Martini, and revel in the stylish atmosphere of this hidden gem.

Brought to you by the owners of well known wine name Diogenes The Dog, Aspen and Meursault is another gorgeous dedication to all things grape. A Battersea beauty bathed in yellow, head on over for natural wines, biodynamic options and plenty of small plates on offer.

What doesn't this place have going for it? From Mala Madre, its hidden cocktail bar, along with its Asian menu of skewers and dumplings alongside a dog-friendly policy and regular live music, The Last Talisman is a Bermondsey gift that keeps on giving.

When it comes to the most beautiful places to drink, The Wild Monkey in Covent Garden is a great shout. You can get stuck in gorgeous greenery, pretty forest-themed interiors and plush seating. Plus, it has a focus on Monkey 47 gin cocktails.

Beauty and elegance abound at Hux Bar, located in the sophisticated heart of Kensington. The bar's design is a visual feast, featuring rich textures, warm lighting, and luxurious finishes that create a dreamlike, decadent ambience.

Whether you're settling in for a quiet drink or celebrating a special moment, the setting is simply stunning. Hux's attention to detail extends to its drink offerings too - expect exquisitely crafted cocktails and a handpicked wine selection that complements the refined surroundings. It's a beautiful place to see and be seen in London's vibrant nightlife scene.

One of the most beautiful bars in Central London, this gorgeous offering from The Bloomsbury hotel is bringing vibrant colour and gorgeous cocktails to Great Russell Street. Stop in for 20s-style decor and alfresco sips in their hidden garden, admiring all of the care and attention that has gone in to this epic cocktail setting.

Certainly not a shy space to eat and drink in London, Sky Garden is stand out as one of London's most beautiful bars. From its sweeping views of the city to its cocktail bars and indoor garden, Sky Garden is an unstoppable force, and more than a pretty spot for date night and more.

Flaunting high ceilings and a 100-piece glass chandelier made entirely in the shape of birds, Found at the Lost Property Hotel knows a thing or two about swoon-worthy interiors. This beautiful bar also has a fabulous array of European plates, alongside bespoke cocktails.

The Gun is a beautiful Spitalfields pub that celebrates classic British dining and glamour in equal measure. Hunker down in a draped booth or lounged on ochre velvet while enjoying a menu of Sunday roasts, gastro favourites and global wine.

Tucked away near St Paul's, Cigalon may not scream about itself from the rooftops, but it doesn't need to, not when it's this pretty. From its French cuisine down to its nod to geometrics, the dining space is interesting, and it's pretty as a picture.

If you've made your way to Long Bar at the Sanderson Hotel, you've found one of London's prettiest bars, that's for sure. Sophisticated and doused in luxury, this is a loction where stunning bubbles and must-try cocktails can be found. 

Located within a seriously stunning Mayfair church in collaboration with Mercato Metropolitano, German Kraft boasts three floors, a roof terrace and some of the best in Continental food and drink. Stopping by on a summer day? Soak up the sun at this beautiful bar with a beer to hand.  

Nova is the beautiful West London bar that's delving out plenty of equally stunning meals, so you can enjoy a great meal inside or out. Tuck into a range of sushi, alongside Turkish mezze, fire shows for cooking beef, and other grill dishes.

This eye-popping venue is a great way to add some colour to your Insta feed. Not interested in securing the perfect snap? Then good thing Back to Mine has a whole lot more to offer. Their European food menu is made up of small plates and sharing boards, from padron peppers and nachos to baked camembert and a charcuterie spread. You'll also find a stellar cocktail menu featuring the award-winning lychee martini and other creative concoctions – with drink deals on throughout the week. They even have a bottomless brunch with a build-your-own bagel board. 

King's Cross has been keeping a secret from you in the shape of SUPERMAX. Tucked away beneath pizza slinging Happy Face Pizza, this is a vermouth-led bar that celebrates all things Italian culture, with their interiors an impressive nod to all things 1970s Milan.

Gura Gura is a stunning cocktail and sushi bar, one that promises a view of beaut wall murals, colourful seating, foliage ceiling installations and more. But that's not all that's pretty, as the food and drink will also be pretty Instagram-worthy.

14 Stories is a stunning foliage-adorned restaurant, bar and deli in the heart of London's Square Mile. Located on Fenchurch Street, the bar caters to diners with an extensive menu of British cuisine while the late-night bar specialises in signature cocktails and DJ nights to take you into the weekend in style.

If you think clean lines, the dotting of plants and brunch are beautiful, you're sure to find a haven in No.197 Chiswick Fire Station. Casual with a clear and fresh charm, this is a restaurant in bar and London that promises an all-day experience to remember.

Injecting a little (we mean a whole lot) of colour into our beautiful bars category, NHow is an East London drinking den worth visiting. When you step inside this venue, you'll be hit with plenty of vibrant features, including neon signage and trendy Art Deco-inspired walls.

Covered in neon and inspired by the unapologetic lifestyle of Josephine De Beauharnais, this cocktail den is one of London's most Instagram-worthy hangouts. Think bespoke tipples, tongue-in-cheek artwork and bucket loads of attitude at this pretty Waterloo bar.

Looking for a slick bar to try out? Previously St Thomas's Church, Amazing Grace is a bustling music venue and themed bar, which features Asian nibbles, delicious cocktails and the prettiest stained glass windows you'll ever see. Take a seat on their mezzanine to enjoy their stunning audiovisual displays and 3D light projections alongside a mesmerising live music performance. While you're at it? Munch on Japanese fried chicken, pulled pork bao buns, Vietnamese fried tofu and much more.

London's most beautiful bars are topped off by Sabine, the gorgeous rooftop where you can enjoy views of St Paul's from the outdoor terrace and stunning interiors. Think tucking into seasonal small plates and washing them all down with cocktails.

One of the best bars in London is also one of the city's sexiest; Aviator at Hush is modelled on the 1960s golden era of travel, with a long, marble topped bar and some quirky neon signage dotted about. If you like your hotel bars to have a dash of drama, this is the place for you.

Nestled beneath the streets of Fitzrovia, Lucy Wong is a 1950s Hong Kong-inspired cocktail bar that blends traditional East Asian decor with luxurious elements. On the menu? Creative cocktails that transport you to China, not to mention authentic Cantonese fare.

One for plant lovers and kids of whimsy, Bourne and Hollingsworth Buildings is one of the prettiest bars in London. From their nod to British dining down to their cutesy conservatory space kitted out in the finest of foliage, you're sure to find all things beautiful here. 

There's a whole lot of history with Disrepute; the Soho bar used to be the site of The Pinstripe Club - the setting of the Profumo affair. It's still pretty scandalous, with 1960s style interiors, lots of nooks and corners, and a killer cocktail list that matches the incredible setting.

With sparkling fairy lights and gorgeous views over the water, Barge East is a stunningly quirky location. Whether you're looking for dinner, drinks or both, this Hackney Wick hotspot has it all. There's a range of menus, ceramic barbeques and a fabulous selection of drinks.

If you're looking for a beautiful bar in East London, Union Social at The Gantry has to be up there. From the swish interiors to its floor-to-ceiling windows and summery terrace, it's a totally Instagrammable setting for brunch, drinks or dinner.

More London's Coppa Club is an easy-going dining destination with a prime spot on the waterfront. Open from breakfast onwards, it serves dishes for every mood alongside cocktails, desserts and a dedicated weekend brunch selection.

Factor in the wraparound terrace, contemporary surroundings and quick journey from the Tube, and it's got all-rounder status sewn up - with plenty of beauty to boot. Expect similar water-view set-ups in Tower Bridge and Putney too, as well as a location in Marylebone.

Coming to Victoria Street all the way from Paris is BAM Karaoke Box, the luxury karaoke brand that's got some oh-so-gorgeous interiors for you to gawk at. Not only are there two cocktail bars decked out with an opulent blend of art deco and contemporary decor, but also DJs, a live music stage and a whopping 22 private karaoke rooms too - just look at all that pink.

The Hoxton in Southwark is promising one gorgeous bar on its 14th floor. Head on over to Seabird and you'll find rooftop views, splashes of greenery and handmade scallop tiled tables, with a 'flavours of southern Europe' menu alongside biodynamic wines and innovative cocktails. 

A mainstay on London's beautiful bar scene, Lazy Ballerinas is a huge light and airy space, adorned with artwork and interiors that hark back to the glory days of Fleet Street opulence. Serving up a range of wine and charcuterie, it's the perfect spot for an afternoon tipple.

Being pretty comes easy for a location like Dalloway Terrace. A stunning little plot where the terrace reigns supreme, if you're looking for a beautiful London bar, this is the place for you thanks to international wine bottles, afternoon teas, plush breakfast dishes and more. 

Make your way to R Place in Clapham for some pretty interiors and fabulous drinks. Adorned with plush seats and baby pink walls, you can sip on classic cocktails in their happy hour and live your best life.

Located within The Connaught, Red Room is a stylish bar that's accessed through a velvet curtain doorway in the Champagne Room. Designed by Bryan O'Sullivan, it features a soft colour palette and red-themed works by visionary female artists.

Their cocktail menu is wine-led, and they serve a huge selection of sparkling wine and Champagne too. Food-wise, you can expect everything from black truffle pizza to wagyu beef sandwiches and cauliflower tempura.

Blush pink seats? Pretty greenery? Mediterranean eats? You can always rely on Mina's in Knightsbridge for those swoon-worthy moments. Make your way inside, where you'll be met with gorgeous decor, alongside a fabulous range of bespoke concoctions. 

The Little Violet Door in Carnaby is visually stunning, that's to its fictional flat share theme allowing it to be adorned with velvet sofas, pastel-coloured bathrooms and plenty of disco balls. It feels like you've stepped into a psychedelic Wes Anderson dream, and there's even a downstairs area that exists as a retro games room. On the menu, you can expect to find a selection of scrumptious bar snacks like popcorn and prawn tacos, plus signature cocktails such as the whiskey-based Mad Men, and the La La Land, which is served in a milk bottle with a rainbow strip. 

With a sister restaurant like SUSHISAMBA just below, it was a given that SAMBA ROOM would deliver the goods in the beauty department. Found on the 39th floor of Heron Tower, the intimate cocktail bar and lounge has sweeping views of the City of London outside and a mix of Latin American and mid-century decor inside - leaving you spoilt for choice. One of the most Instagrammable bars in London? We certainly think so, and the menu of Brazilian, Japanese and Peruvian fusion food with stunning cocktails to wash it down backs this up.

Sushisamba is a beaut restaurant bar that blends together the flavours and diverse cultures of Japan, Brazil and Peru into some of seriously enviable plates. Boasting sites across the globe, this place is perched right in the heart of the City in London, perfect for after-work ventures. 

Located in Battersea, Joia is a stunning restaurant bar worth heading to. Boasting shades of coral, blush and other pink tones, the bar snacks and cocktails are equally dreamy to match. We suggest checking out a cocktail inspired by Catanolian and Portuguese regions.

Found in Richmond, Peggy Jean is a gorgeous drinking destination filled with pretty pink decor. Step onto this beautiful boat on the River Thames, complete with three decks, alfresco seating and amazing views of the water.

They've got a cracking selection of cocktails on offer, as well as an Australian-inspired food menu. Think fancy bacon rolls in the morning, followed by mains of chicken parmigiana, Hereford fillet steak skewers and more.

Offering a slice of vintage opulence, Fitz's is a real gem in London's drinking scene. Escape normality and step inside a luxurious haunt that celebrates Bloomsbury's free spirits both past and present with its eclectic cocktail menu of high-end delights. 

The interiors at Booking Office 1869 are nothing short of a work of art. In the iconic St. Pancras Station, it's all ornate arches, statement chandeliers and warm, terracotta tones. 

Outside, it's just as decadent, with a beautiful botanical roof garden serving up views of the British Library, Francis Crick Institute and St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel. Wherever you pull up a pew, you can enjoy artistic cocktails, fine wines and creative canapes in elegant comfort.