Best Cocktail Bars In Covent Garden

Blame Gloria offers tasty handcrafted cocktails in funky basement bar surroundings. Shimmy on down through their glitzy tunnel (decked out with loads of old-school TV screens) before grabbing a seat in one of the cosy alcoves. And on the weekend? This place comes alive with a disco-themed bottomless brunch. 

Known globally as one of the godfathers of the cocktail world, this glamorous Covent Garden hideaway is second to none when it comes to mixing you a decadent drink. The basement bar is a perfect spot for sipping a tipple on a romantic date.

Nestled within the bustling Covent Garden market, VyTA is a stunning spot for cocktails. The sleek bar and restaurant is inspired by 1960s Italy, featuring marble-topped bars, golden decor and lots of bright colours, and there's a sunny outdoor seating area to boot.

Sip classic cocktails like an espresso martini or a negroni, starting from £13 each. Feeling peckish? You'll find everything from fresh burrata with parma ham to mushroom arancini or homemade deer ragu gnocchi on the menu.

If you're after one of the best cocktail bars in Covent Garden, Cellar Door should be at the top of your list. Nestled just outside the Lyceum Theatre, this hidden gem offers craft cocktails made with premium spirits in an intimate, retro-chic setting.

Not only can you sip on sublime cocktails, but you can also enjoy live cabaret, drag shows, and even magicians in one of London's most unique and immersive venues. Whether you're catching a show or simply in the mood for world-class cocktails and exciting entertainment, Cellar Door offers the perfect mix.

Serving craft cocktails without a wait, Swift is completely changing the way we think of 'a quick drink'. Committed to a fast turnaround for each mix, the team here use exotic ingredients and innovative techniques to serve their guests a bevy of top-notch tipples.

Oriole is a brilliant bar slinging out international cocktails and delicious plates of food. Enjoy dishes like Italian beef tartare, smoked cauliflower, and chicken with soft arepa and mushrooms while listening to live music and sipping on cool concoctions - we recommend the Roku gin and absinthe blend Chincha Alta.

Nestled in St Giles Piazza, Cabana Brasil brings a slice of Rio to Covent Garden. Chow down on Brazilian-inspired street food, including its famed Malagueta chicken, washed down with vibrant cocktails - it's perfect for long, relaxed lunchs and pre or post-theatre nibbles.

Bored of all the usual cocktails? Then try out the inventive concoctions on offer at Dovetail Bar, from a piña colada with Dulce de leche and sweet sherry to the crystal clear rum and coke. This intimate venue can be found above a restaurant, tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the streets below. Sip on sophisticated drinks with a chilled playlist here, from the cosy leather sofas or plush velvet stools.

Be At One is a casual cocktail bar located just a stone's throw away from the Strand. Head to this contemporary bar between 4pm and 7pm to take advantage of the epic happy hour, which includes deals on fruity tipples, bottles of fizz and more. 

All Bar One Covent Garden is a top choice of cocktail bars, mainly because the huge list of concoctions means there really is something for everyone. Whether you're after classics or roasted pineapple and tequila signatures, these guys are shaking it up for you.

When you think of Covent Garden's cocktail scene, it's often sleek, polished, and chic - but Sinners Social Club flips that script. Here, the cocktails pack a punch, but the atmosphere is all about unrefined energy and gritty good times.

From sharp, expertly mixed classics to bold concoctions with a twist, the bar's offerings keep pace with the booming soundtrack of glam rock, new wave, and hip hop. The late-night vibe means you can linger long after the last call, swapping stories over a killer mix of drinks and Byron's legendary burgers. 

Heralded for their plush interiors and mega happy hour deals, Dirty Martini is a spot worth checking out in Covent Garden. We'd recommend swinging by on the weekend to treat yourself to a birdcage sharer - which come decked out with tasty sliders, arancini balls and spicy samosas.

Fronting forest-inspired decor and plush seating, The Wild Monkey is a gorgeous haunt. Fab for slinky date nights, after work tipples and nights out with pals, this hidden gem promises over 47 botanical cocktails, with a focus on Monkey 47 gin.

Be sure to check out one of the city's coolest underground haunts for a few bevvies. Not only is Tequila Mockingbird serving some flavour-packed concoctions from their fantastic menu, but they also offer an epic 2 for 1 happy hour every day of the week. Need we say more?

A stunning secret cocktail bar in Covent Garden, The Escapologist is styled like an elegant Victorian men's club. A hidden underground lair of creative concoctions, it's the perfect spot if you're looking for something that little bit special. 

Slap bang in the heart of the West End, this gorgeous cocktail bar and restaurant offers some of the most innovative cocktails in the area. Mixing chemistry and a little bit of theatre into their drinks, you'll find concoctions that fizz, smoke and pop.

Craving a lip-smacking concoction? Stereo in Covent Garden has plenty of pours up its sleeve. Quaff a range of delicious drinks on the sleek leather sofas, all while live performers take the stage for fabulous music sets. The best bit? There are also DJs 'til late.

Fronting mezcal margaritas, espresso martinis and pina coladas, LOCKES is a top-notch cocktail bar spread across two floors. In addition, the heavenly haunt promises a slew of pizza choices, as well as bar snacks and small plates.

Monmouth Kitchen is a stylish restaurant bar serving some of the best cocktails in Covent Garden. Head here to sip on signature concoctions while grazing on a fusion of Italian and Peruvian small plates in a chic yet welcoming setting. 

Whipping up some wacky concoctions in the heart of London's Theatreland is TSQ Playhouse. Grab a table with your pals in this quirky funfair-themed drinking den, where you'll be able to quaff tongue-in-cheek pours, all before heading to one of the karaoke rooms or seating areas.

Let yourself be taken away from the hustle and bustle of Covent Garden to a dark and seductive basement bar, where drinkers can enjoy an array of creative cocktails. Combining the essence of temptation, indulgence, and hedonism through innovative blends, Eve is sure to make you swoon.

Located atop the Strand's ME hotel, Radio Rooftop is easily one of the best cocktail bars in Covent Garden. Offering eclectic and exciting concoctions, as well as some of the finest views of London's twinkling skyline, it's the perfect spot to impress a date or enjoy a special night out with friends.