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Experimental Cocktail Club

Experimental Cocktail Club

Cocktail Bar and Speakeasy££££
Chinatown, London
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    Daria M.
    "Old Cuban is the best cocktail I've ever had!"(14 Tips)
    Sophia E.
    "The kota ternate is so good, i want to lick the ice cubes!!!"(6 Tips)
    Kostas
    "Excellent cocktails!! Tried Saint Germain Des Pres and Ambrosia."(4 Tips)
    Fatma G.
    "Great intimate vibe and people knowing what they're doing"(4 Tips)
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  • Mihnea M.heart icon on user image
    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 T.
    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
  • CNN
    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
  • Kostasheart icon on user image
    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 R.heart icon on user image
    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!
  • Kim P.heart icon on user image
    Kim PhamMay 10, 2015
    A classic speakeasy with locations in NYC & Paris. Book ahead or come early, there are only a handful of tables!
  • Liis S.heart icon on user image
    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!
  • Merve A.
    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 :)
  • Nathan F.heart icon on user image
    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.
  • Naa P.heart icon on user image
    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 :-/
  • David R.
    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.
    Upvoted Oct 17
  • Melanie
    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.
  • Paul C.heart icon on user image
    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.
  • Thunder C.heart icon on user image
    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.
  • Yiota P.
    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
  • erin g.
    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!
  • Ellie S.heart icon on user image
    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!
  • LMheart icon on user image
    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!
  • Time Out London
    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
  • Paul G.heart icon on user image
    Paul GallagherAugust 15, 2017
    Live music every Tuesday evening. Killer cocktails, especially the Old Cuban. Friendly service. I'll be back.
  • Ashley C.heart icon on user image
    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.
  • Evening Standard
    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
  • MEININGER Hotels
    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.
  • Tom H.
    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!
  • Morgans Hotel Group
    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!
  • BarChick
    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
  • Audrey B.
    Audrey BRUISSONMay 18, 2014
    In love with this place, those fantastic cocktails, those really friendly bartendesr, this beautiful deco and atmosphere! Huge crush!!
  • Kristopher B.heart icon on user image
    Kristopher BoronMarch 30, 2018
    The cocktails are superbly crafted. The staff are uber friendly! Well worth the time to check out
  • Lizzie P.
    Lizzie PApril 24, 2016
    Hidden gem which is tricky to locate but worth it!
  • Sonia L.heart icon on user image
    Sonia LouroJanuary 13, 2019
    Very cool night cap spot. Chilled vibe and awesome cocktails 🍹
  • KittyNelheart icon on user image
    KittyNelFebruary 9, 2014
    Handsome Jack! Unbeatable taste in the best hidden bar in central London! Luv it!
  • 💎T
    💎TAugust 22, 2014
    If you could actually find the place, they make amazing and honestly very special cocktails. It's definitely worth a try.
  • CBM 
    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.
  • Fatma G.
    Fatma GencDecember 5, 2015
    Favourite spot when in London. Great intimate vibe and people knowing what they're doing
  • Angela L.
    Angela LiuApril 12, 2015
    lovely cocktails and nice vibe at this little hidden gem on the very touristy china town main street
  • Magda A.
    Magda AdamskaOctober 15, 2013
    Blue cheese and dill & cumin cocktails. Sounds weird but they taste absolutely delicious.
  • Melanie
    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 :)
  • Katie Z.
    Katie ZecharOctober 29, 2021
    Delightful staff and tasty cocktails. The seats are comfy if you can grab one!
  • Jo G.heart icon on user image
    Jo GarveyFebruary 26, 2013
    The Kota Ternate is hands down the best cocktail I have ever had! Fabulous bartenders, fabulous cocktails!
  • Roy
    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!
  • Laci W.heart icon on user image
    Laci WhiteFebruary 24, 2015
    Anything and everything assuming you can find the entrance. Smaller and more intimate than you might guess.
  • Milky
    MilkyJanuary 15, 2014
    Kota Ternate is something to die for! Great little hidden place, book ahead!
  • Marcos R.heart icon on user image
    Marcos RasbergeAugust 29, 2018
    One of the Hidden places in London , very nice cocktails!!
  • Ngan N.heart icon on user image
    Ngan NguyenMarch 30, 2016
    The Kota Tenate is so, so good. Favourite cocktail there by far.
  • Tim B.
    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.
  • Alexandros P.heart icon on user image
    Alexandros PlexidasAugust 13, 2019
    Good cocktails, very friendly staff and nice view over Chinatown.
  • Cami H.heart icon on user image
    Cami HeitzFebruary 19, 2017
    Love the vibe, the drinks and the environment. Will come back
  • Josh T.heart icon on user image
    Josh TaroliJune 22, 2016
    Great place to have cocktails in soho. Yes, it's the door with the lady in front.
  • Haji A.heart icon on user image
    Haji AkhundovMarch 24, 2015
    This place is awesome! Love the cocktails! Must try the Old Cuban!
  • Ministry of Waxing
    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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