The best secret bars in London
A bookcase in London's oldest whisky shop, a secret fridge door, a whispered password and a wardrobe... London is littered with tucked-away, hidden drinking spots.
The 'speakeasy'-style bar is a term that rolls off the average Londoner's tongue (along with added connotations of dimly lit interiors and moustached, rough linen apron-wearing bar staff). But there's a reason our establishments keep nodding to the prohibition era – there's something of a kick in settling down in a bar that's made you work for it. Browse our gallery of our favourite hidden bars below:
The Lowdown: It may look like your average Smeg fridge freezer, but just beyond its door, beneath Artillery Lane's Breakfast Club, is stylish speakeasy The Mayor of Scaredy Cat Town. Expect exposed brick, American-style food menu, an impressive range of beer and a well-crafted cocktail list.
We recommend: The 'Hot Rusty Nail', a cocktail of Monkey Shoulder scotch, Laphroaig 10-year, Drambui, lemon, honey and ginger.
Can you book? Both walk-ins and reservations are welcome at this secret Spitalfields spot. Available to book here
