You see that rather innocuous looking bookshelf there? Give it a nudge. Nine times out of ten you’ll succeed only in winning the intrigue of a group of curious on-lookers. But maybe, just maybe, you’ll stumble into one of London’s notorious secret rooms; rife with luscious drinks, cosy interiors and an oh-so chic crowd of well-informed revellers. Check out our top 10 bars with hidden rooms in London and unearth a hidden gem on your next night out.
A whimsical wonder of Narnia-esque nooks and crannies, step through the wardrobe to meet Callooh Callay's famed secret room. It's a truly eccentric space, where guests select their poison from a comic-book menu and Lewis Carroll-inspired quirks greet every turn.
You've toiled away tracking down Opium in the first place, so why stop there? Carry on the search to discover Peony; a stunning 'speakeasy within a speakeasy' in the heart of Chinatown. With room for just 25, this intimate plot is teeming with intricate dim sum and marvellous oriental cocktails.
Admit it. You were born to belt out power ballads and drop breathless DJ sets to an adoring crowd, and you know it. There's no better place to kick start your career than The Studio, LCC's secretive, leather-clad pad complete with lashings of Ketel One vodka and its very own showpiece recording studio.
Breathing a whole new lease of life into the word nightcap, Punch Room is hidden deep within the depths of the glamorous EDITION hotel. Leave the trainers at home and make your way to Fitzrovia where this punch-centric cocktail bar awaits. The signature gin-infused house punch isn't one to miss, so grab a glass, sit back and relax.
Situated within the famous Connaught Hotel, Connaught Bar is an award-winning spot that was awarded first place by 50 Best Bars in 2021, and number five on the 50 Best Bars in 2023. Inside, you'll find The Red Room, an intimate wine bar hidden behind a velvet-curtained doorway.
Expect artwork by four visionary female artists, featuring lots of bold colours against the neutral decor. There's an exepctional wine list to choose from, alongside a range of innovative cocktails.
Haven't been to The Little Blue Door? Well, let us paint a picture for you. It's like the flat you always wish you had... the one that everyone wants to come to because you have a cool place in Fulham, with a fully stocked bar and the most fun housemates. Better yet, if you've found yourself in Soho, you can head to sister bar The Little Scarlet Door instead.
Hidden behind a fridge inside the Breakfast Club in Shoreditch, The Mayor Of Scaredy Cat Town is a cool basement bar. It's decked out in vintage furniture and wooden decor, combining speakeasy vibes with the feel of a Canadian whisky lodge.
Discover their delicious cocktails, or come down on a Saturday to enjoy their legendary bottomless brunch - complete with two hours of unlimited drinks and a Breakfast Club dish from a select menu.
Located in Tooting, Daddy Bao is a Taiwanese restaurant that hides a secret basement bar - Good Measure. This is a cool space down a neon-lit staircase, where you can drink among industrial fridges and storage space - making it feel truly hidden.
The intimate venue features one large, communal table, and a regularly changing cocktail menu written on the fridges. Discover unique drinks featuring innovative ingredients, as well as a range of light snacks.
