Best Bars For A Martini In London
Drunk by none other than super-spy James Bond himself, the martini is one of the finest classic cocktails around. Given its heritage as the king of suave cocktails, it comes in many different forms – from espresso to porn star; dirty to dry – but it takes a quality bartender to serve it properly. After your perfect serve? Take a look at our list of the best bars for a martini in London and unleash your inner 007.
Last updated on 18th March 2022
Tucked away off the bustling streets of Chinatown is Opium, a cocktail bar and dim sum parlour that's ideal for a slinky date night. Nestled comfortably on its drinks list is the shiro miso martini; a boozy creation that blends cognac, whiskey and sweet vermouth with miso, butter, ginger, iodine and orange.
Staying true to its namesake, this Old Street bar also whips up a lip-smacking aged gibson martini. An alternative take on the martini, it combines Oxley gin and Discarded vermouth, before serving with truffle and a smoky cider vinegar onion. If that's not enough, there's also oysters and monthly specials from the likes of Dima's.