Rhum Tavern

Description

Just off Oxford Street lies one of London's most characterful drinking dens. Rhum Tavern is where serious rum expertise meets cinematic storytelling - a hidden cocktail bar styled as the hull of a 1650s pirate ship called The Inferno.

Step through the doors and you're stepping into another world entirely. This isn't theme park gimmickry - it's an immersive space that channels the golden age of piracy through warm candlelight, maritime details, and an atmosphere that manages to feel both adventurous and genuinely welcoming. Think old-world romance meets craft cocktail culture, with a nostalgic nod to 80s adventure films.

The real treasure here is behind the bar. With over 400 rum expressions spanning light agricoles to rich aged Caribbean spirits, Rhum Tavern takes its rum seriously. The cocktail menu showcases these spirits through both expertly executed classics and innovative house creations, all served in bespoke glassware. Monthly rum masterclasses offer deeper dives into premium expressions, while the grilled food menu features sharing plates and hearty mains that complement the drinks perfectly.

Whether you're a rum enthusiast or simply after a cocktail bar with serious character, Rhum Tavern delivers quality drinks in a space that feels genuinely special. The venue also offers private hire for groups up to 150, making it ideal for celebrations, corporate events, or any occasion that deserves something more memorable than your standard bar booking.

What's on

Info

  • Taking Bookings
  • Wheelchair Access, Disabled Toilets
  • No
  • None
  • 18
  • Rock
  • No queues normally

Hours

Day Open Close Notes
Monday 17:00 0:00
Tuesday 17:00 0:00
Wednesday 17:00 0:00
Thursday 17:00 1:00
Friday 17:00 1:00
Saturday 17:00 1:00
Sunday 14:00 22:00

Location

Address

Rhum Tavern, 48 Margaret St, W1W 8SE

Area

Central London

Nearest Station

Oxford Circus (Tube)

Menus

  • Cuisines

    This venue serves Small Plates and Grill food.

  • A word from the chef:

    Rhum Tavern's grill menu is designed to complement our cocktails perfectly – think hearty, flavourful dishes that hit the spot without overshadowing the drinks. Our wood-fired grill turns out crowd-pleasers like tender baby back ribs glazed with house-made rum sauce, grilled chicken thighs with a spiced glaze, and brined salt beef served cubed with sauces. For lighter bites, there's crispy corn ribs with house sauce, freshly grilled sourdough with balsamic olive oil, plus olives and crisps. It's unpretentious bar food done well – perfect for sharing over cocktails or fuelling a proper night out.

Private Hire

Name Type Capacity
Seated
Capacity
Standing
Cost Min spend
Midweek*
Min spend
Weekend*
Captain's Quarters Private Room 50 50 £1.00 1,500 2,000

Intimate and exclusive, the Captain's Quarters offers a private sanctuary within the ship for up to 50 guests. This cosy space maintains all the atmospheric charm of Rhum Tavern's maritime-inspired interiors while providing complete privacy for your celebration. With full bar access, dedicated service, and the warmth of candlelit surroundings, it's perfect for birthday parties, intimate corporate gatherings, engagement celebrations, or any occasion where you want your group to feel like they've discovered their own hidden treasure. The space strikes that balance between sophisticated cocktail bar and adventure-inspired den, making every event feel special.

Back Ship Private Room 80 80 £2.00 2,000 3,000

The Back Ship gives you a generous private area that captures the full spirit of Rhum Tavern's unique atmosphere. Accommodating up to 80 guests, this space offers the perfect setting for medium-sized celebrations where you want a relaxed, social vibe without compromising on quality. Your guests can enjoy expertly crafted cocktails from our 400+ rum collection, share grilled dishes from our kitchen, and soak up the old-world maritime ambiance that makes Rhum Tavern stand out from typical London venues. With full bar access and a dedicated service team ensuring everything runs smoothly, it's ideal for milestone birthdays, team celebrations, reunion parties, or any gathering that deserves something more memorable than a standard bar booking.

Full Venue Venue Hire 80 150 £4.00 4,000 8,000

Take over the entire ship for the night and make Rhum Tavern completely yours. Full venue hire gives you exclusive access to every corner of this unique space – from the Captain's Quarters to the Back Ship – accommodating up to 150 guests in an atmosphere that blends 1650s piracy with modern craft cocktail culture. This is where large-scale celebrations, corporate events, product launches, and unforgettable parties come to life. Your guests will step into another world entirely, surrounded by warm candlelight, vintage maritime touches, and that sense of adventure that makes Rhum Tavern feel genuinely special. With full bar and kitchen access, a dedicated service team, and one of London's most impressive rum collections at your disposal, you're not just hiring a venue – you're creating an experience your guests will talk about long after the night ends.

Day Time Hire (optional, add if you want) Venue Hire 80 150 £250.00 750 750

Bring your daytime events to life with exclusive access to Rhum Tavern's atmospheric space during daylight hours. Perfect for brunches, business meetings, private lunches, baby showers, or celebratory gatherings, daytime hire offers all the character and charm of our unique venue in a more relaxed setting. Accommodating up to 150 guests, you'll have full bar and kitchen availability along with a dedicated service team to ensure your event runs seamlessly. Whether you're hosting a corporate presentation that needs something more inspiring than a hotel conference room, or a celebration brunch that deserves a venue with real personality, Rhum Tavern delivers that perfect blend of professional service and memorable atmosphere. Available Monday to Saturday at £250 per hour with a minimum booking of 3 hours.

* The minimum spends are a guideline only and vary according to the day and time of the year.

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