The trendiest bars in the city are where only the fashionable and the hip have chosen to hang out. It’s where celebrities dance on tables and royalty watch sizzling burlesque amongst cocktails and cool beats aplenty. The trendy bars in London own the edgiest themes, coolest interiors and the best DJs and performers. Check out our recommendations for the best, below.
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This Shoreditch venue is definitely one of the trendiest ones to rock up in recent times, further adding to the area's riveting nightlife scene. Trapeze is a circus themed venue, split between a cocktail bar and basement club, with great nights on each night and some incredible drink and food offerings on. This place will definitely be a trendsetter.
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Situated just off London's famous King's Road, The Phoenix naturally draws a stylish crowd of west London socialites, enticed in by the quirky yet comfortable and traditional vibes. Full of cosy corners and colourful furniture, head to this trusty gastropub where modern and traditional British food is washed down by an extensive choice of cask ales, Bloody Mary's and a good long wine list.
Trendy rooftop bars in London are topped off by Sabine, the stunning spot with views of St Paul's and cocktails aplenty. The list of drinks changes seasonally, as does the menu of sumptuous small plates, so you're covered on all fronts.
The coolest hangout in town? Camden London is certainly up there. Found a short walk from Mornington Crescent, this buzzing bar is a haven for slinky opulence. Venture over for swish sips, top-notch nosh and cracking late-night DJs.
Nothing says trendy quite like an underground bar fronting Japanese cocktails and a recording studio-inspired space, right? Head to Zoku, which is nestled in Chinatown, to uncover a cool hidden gem complete with a house DJ.
A destination made for those that not only know their cocktails, but are looking for some of the finest mixes in the business, Callooh Callay is a trendy cocktail bar in East London with a hidden space in its midst.
