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Experimental Cocktail Club

Cocktail Bar and Speakeasy££££

Chinatown, London

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Ranked #4 for hidden spots in London
Has a stamp of approval from CNN and Time Out London
"Old Cuban is the best cocktail I've ever had!"(14 Tips)
"The kota ternate is so good, i want to lick the ice cubes!!!"(6 Tips)
"Excellent cocktails!! Tried Saint Germain Des Pres and Ambrosia."(4 Tips)
"Great intimate vibe and people knowing what they're doing"(4 Tips)

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Mihnea MiculescuAugust 15, 2014
Arguably the best cocktail bar in Soho - 'La Medicación' is always a solid choice. You usually won't need to book (just play nice with the bouncer), but a table could be tricky. Can get a bit loud.
Cheen The CuriousJune 9, 2016
A speakeasy above the Chinese bakery. Walk too fast & you'll miss it. Interesting cocktails. We enjoyed our rum-based concoctions
CNNAugust 6, 2014
You'll find mirrored ceilings, ancient Parisian architecture, tiny couches, total intimacy and a small cover charge after 11 p.m. Check out the toilets, which sport flamingo wallpaper. Read more
KostasAugust 31, 2019
Excellent cocktails!! Tried Saint Germain Des Pres and Ambrosia. Nice atmosphere and service. I believe the music was too loud. Some seats are uncomfortable (the good ones are not avail. when crowded)
Justine RJune 24, 2016
Authentic experimental cocktail bar with very cool atmosphere. Unexpectedly hidden in the middel of busy Chinatown. Pricey but delicious cocktails. Careful, they charge 5£ entry after 11PM!
Nathan FisherMay 2, 2015
Can't go wrong with most of the cocktails on the menu old Cuban is one of my favourites. Book a reservation early to make sure you don't get bounced around for seating.
Merve AltıntaşMarch 8, 2019
Very hard to find but worth it cool place! Best cocktails ever! Try saint german! Look for a black door don’t give up :)
Naa PilarJanuary 14, 2015
I loved the drinks! So delicious. Dj was great! Her name was pinky, I wish she had a link for the music playlist. The coat check guy was super nice. Other waiters could have been nicer :-/
Paul CampbellSeptember 1, 2014
Suitably mysterious, followed by excellent service, smiling barstaff. Far less pompous than its Irish cloneterpart. Oh, and a really very tasty, creative cocktail. Thumbs up.
Liis SaarJuly 12, 2015
One of our favourite coctails bars in London. Great selection of quirky delicious coctails and busy yet intimate atmosphere. Service is always top notch!
MelanieOctober 30, 2014
Great cocktails but pricey, good buzz for a before dinner drink. Would defiantly try again but maybe book first as places seems to fill up quickly.
David RosenbergSeptember 11, 2014
Been here 10+ times
If you ask really nicely they will make you a Drunken Viking which is no longer on the menu but so good. When they apologise for having no celery bitters, keep a straight face if you can.
BarChickJanuary 26, 2012
This place is great, and open till after 2am, so if it does go as well as you hope you can stay all night. Ring ahead & look good, these French guys don’t let in anyone who doesn’t suit their style Read more
Evening StandardOctober 2, 2012
You won't be let down by the quality of the drinks, which start from about £10 for regular cocktails and go up to £250 for vintage ones - how often do you get to drink gin from 1950? Read more
Ellie SMarch 3, 2015
Great atmosphere, bouncer gets easily agitated so go in pre-split little groups. Don't go for a mojito - try the house cocktails, they're worth it!
Tom HoweOctober 9, 2013
Hard to find but Its halfway down Gerrard Street, black nameless door usually with a well dressed man outside with a clip board. Recommend making a reservation before arriving!
LMApril 15, 2017
Finding the club was like a treasure hunt! The doorman had bookings written down in a child's book (haha), great drinks, great service and supercool vibe!
DuckduckrunFebruary 8, 2015
The cocktails are super cool! I'd say it's either a hit or miss..you may not like it and you may prefer the traditional cocktails you get everywhere else...this place is for adventurous ones
Yiota PapJanuary 25, 2015
Difficult to find but once inside you'll love it :-) great decor and atmosphere and really good cocktails. The old Cuban is a must-try
Time Out LondonMay 2, 2012
Experimental Cocktail Club is perhaps the closest we have to a genuine hidden drinking den, and the fact it's on the tourist strip of Gerrard Street makes it even more interesting. Read more
Audrey BRUISSONMay 18, 2014
In love with this place, those fantastic cocktails, those really friendly bartendesr, this beautiful deco and atmosphere! Huge crush!!
Morgans Hotel GroupAugust 7, 2012
The unassuming and unmarked door on the main street of Chinatown hides a staircase to the 1st & 2nd floors and one of the coolest cocktail clubs in OUR LDN!
Ashley ChanOctober 14, 2019
The Kota Tenate is one of the most “experimental” cocktails I’ve had- milky but completely clear. Definitely don’t miss this choice.
Paul GallagherAugust 15, 2017
Live music every Tuesday evening. Killer cocktails, especially the Old Cuban. Friendly service. I'll be back.
MEININGER HotelsApril 7, 2014
Right in the heart of Chinatown, among Chinese restaurants, with no sign, just a scratched, dark door: the entrance to the Experimental Cocktail Club London.
MelanieJanuary 4, 2014
If you lucky to find the right door, this place is amazing. You have all different kind of cocktails, choose the right drink :)
Lizzie PApril 24, 2016
Hidden gem which is tricky to locate but worth it!
Kristopher BoronMarch 30, 2018
The cocktails are superbly crafted. The staff are uber friendly! Well worth the time to check out
Kim PhamMay 10, 2015
A classic speakeasy with locations in NYC & Paris. Book ahead or come early, there are only a handful of tables!
💎TAugust 22, 2014
If you could actually find the place, they make amazing and honestly very special cocktails. It's definitely worth a try.
Angela LiuApril 12, 2015
lovely cocktails and nice vibe at this little hidden gem on the very touristy china town main street
Thunder CatJanuary 17, 2015
Fantastic cocktails and lovely decor - the entrance is "hidden" in the heart of China Town but the doorman outside give the game away. Booking is recommended but not essential.
CBM June 16, 2012
Delicious and delightful! Call ahead to reserve a table or sit at the bar and have the mixologist craft you something mind blowing.
Magda AdamskaOctober 15, 2013
Blue cheese and dill & cumin cocktails. Sounds weird but they taste absolutely delicious.
RoyAugust 22, 2013
Been here 5+ times
While the classic Old Fashioned isn't on the menu, they'll make the best one you've ever had if you know to ask!
Fatma GencDecember 5, 2015
Favourite spot when in London. Great intimate vibe and people knowing what they're doing
Laci WhiteFebruary 24, 2015
Anything and everything assuming you can find the entrance. Smaller and more intimate than you might guess.
erin gaughanApril 15, 2013
Great cocktail club - be sure to stop by if you're in the area. Much better than all the other places around. St. Germaine des pres is an amazing concoction!
Katie ZecharOctober 29, 2021
Delightful staff and tasty cocktails. The seats are comfy if you can grab one!
Jo GarveyFebruary 26, 2013
The Kota Ternate is hands down the best cocktail I have ever had! Fabulous bartenders, fabulous cocktails!
KittyNelFebruary 9, 2014
Handsome Jack! Unbeatable taste in the best hidden bar in central London! Luv it!
Sara YFebruary 12, 2016
For people accustomed to late nights, this is one of the only options in central London. Good cocktails but light pours.
Sonia LouroJanuary 13, 2019
Very cool night cap spot. Chilled vibe and awesome cocktails 🍹
Ngan NguyenMarch 30, 2016
The Kota Tenate is so, so good. Favourite cocktail there by far.
MilkyJanuary 15, 2014
Kota Ternate is something to die for! Great little hidden place, book ahead!
Tim BradshawJuly 16, 2011
Quite a find in this part of town. Classy cocktail joint. Get there before 11pm to avoid paying on the door. You don't always need a reservation.
Tuğçe Erten BarrettFebruary 18, 2014
I tried Havana this time, and isn't it strong! It is great for whiskey and tobacco lovers though.
Haji AkhundovMarch 24, 2015
This place is awesome! Love the cocktails! Must try the Old Cuban!
BarChickNovember 21, 2011
Dress a little sexier, and turn up early, or book ahead, they have been known to send you home if they don't like the look of you. C'est la vie... Read more
Ministry of WaxingApril 26, 2012
A perfect place for that classy, intimate date. Dress smart, make a reservation, and enjoy the delicious cocktails.

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