Oriole

Oriole, like its sister bar Nightjar, is also a speakeasy-inspired affair in the heart of the city, hidden away below historic Smithfield Market. Named after the exotic bird species native across Africa, Europe, Asia and Australia, the Oriole cocktail menu interprets the flavours and tastes of these parts of the world. Alongside the award-winning drinks menu, there is an equally impressive and praise worthy bar food menu of small Nikkei-inspired sharing plates.

Oriole boasts an impressive roster of events to keep you going seven days a week. Each night, there is live music brought to you by the hottest musicians playing on the London scene; expect anything from jazz to swing to blues and world influences. On Sunday and Tuesdays, the venue teams up with drinks brands to offer free live music and a reduced priced cocktail menu, featuring seasonally-inspired tipples. On other nights you can watch the live shows from as little as £5. The music cover charge is paid directly to our musicians and added to your bill at the end of the evening.

On Mondays, why not kick off your week with one of their drinks tasting masterclasses? Guests are treated to a welcome drink and taster canape on arrival and tasting serves. Better still, why not make an evening of it and stay on for an aperitivo and free live music from 9pm. The aperitivo offer runs from 6-8pm each day and for £10 includes the monthly drink special and seasonal snack plate. Sounds like a good way to beat those Monday blues.

They also regularly like to host unique events with friends and collaborators, from guest chef supper clubs to their cocktail discotheque, complete with a DJ to get you boogieing into the wee hours.