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Lounge Bohemia

Lounge and Cocktail Bar££££
Shoreditch
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    Sofia P.
    "Open up your wallet and go for the £14 molecular cocktails."(3 Tips)
    BarChick
    "... the rubber duck fan a bubble bath martini."(2 Tips)
    Mihnea M.
    "Old Castro and the Lab Test shots"(2 Tips)
    Andy A.
    "Apple pie martini = Amazing!"(2 Tips)
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  • G.E.Pamukheart icon on user image
    G.E.PamukJuly 29, 2018
    it's not just drinking it's an experience in your life :)Cocktails presentation is extraordinary. The bar with style is interesting. The cocktails are delicious, exotic. Superb people serve willingly.
  • Joon Ian W.heart icon on user image
    Joon Ian WongJanuary 4, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Best cocktail bar in Shoreditch. Best book ahead and ideal for parties of 3-4 people. Gets abit snug otherwise.
  • Bitches Who Brunch
    Bitches Who BrunchDecember 3, 2015
    Like any good speakeasy, Lounge Bohemia has a cryptic website and is hidden from the public eye in Shoreditch. It’s located between two kebab shops through a hallway covered in old newspapers. Read more
  • Πιστούλα
    ΠιστούλαNovember 2, 2014
    One of the best speak easy bars in London. It's tiny and cosy with a unique cocktail menu. a place that you can go casual with friends or for a date! Try the cocktail with the vanilla ice cream!
  • Lizzie P.
    Lizzie PSeptember 10, 2017
    Venture through a corridor covered in old newspapers and arrive at this snug, unpretentious hidden bar. Casual dress recommended.
  • Katy H.heart icon on user image
    Katy HApril 12, 2015
    Best cocktails ever. So so very cool. Must book ahead. Entry right next to kebab shop. Fab Art Deco furniture and good tunes.
  • Vic M.heart icon on user image
    Vic McGinNovember 11, 2017
    An unassuming entrance, leading to a small, cosy space where we were served some of the most exciting cocktails I’ve ever had. An excellent concept, executed in a non pretentious manner.
  • Esther B.
    No occasions just reservations said the hostess. In an area full of great cocktail bars these guys have dilusions of grandeur. Still let us in and cocktails fairly decent. Time to cut the bravado?
  • Alexander H.heart icon on user image
    Alexander HolleyOctober 17, 2013
    Probably the best bar in London. Booking essential, they don't let too many people in. Lovely service. Incredibly cocktails and very showy at that. Perfect atmosphere.
  • BarChick
    BarChickNovember 22, 2011
    Get stuck into one of the books lying around, a couple of chapters in you’ll find the drinks listed. Try the Gypsytini, the Bohemian Iced Coffee or get the rubber duck fan a bubble bath martini. Read more
  • Michael A.heart icon on user image
    Michael AmbjornAugust 21, 2016
    Great little basement speakeasy with quirky menus hidden inside Czech translations of old novels.
  • S P.heart icon on user image
    S PJuly 27, 2017
    Cocktails in the craziest shapes and forms. Try the tasting menu for the full experience!
  • Kailey L.heart icon on user image
    Kailey L.February 4, 2015
    Hip, cozy basement bar with cool cocktails. Be sure to book ahead as tjis place can be quite full.
  • Lino D.heart icon on user image
    Lino Di MaioMay 20, 2017
    Unbelievable place where cocktails meet storytelling. One of the best cocktail bar in the world.
  • Sofia P.
    Sofia PJanuary 17, 2013
    Open up your wallet and go for the £14 molecular cocktails. Don't worry - they are also quite strong so you won't down them in a sip (bubble bath martini is wow!) :)
  • Anna W.heart icon on user image
    Anna WallaceSeptember 20, 2014
    Trendy, hipster joint with molecular cocktails. Pricey and you often need to book, but go for one and one of the specials.
  • Surface Magazine
    Surface MagazineApril 22, 2016
    Try the appointment-only Lounge Bohemia, a well-hidden basement bar with midcentury Czech furniture and a “no ties” dress code to scare off the bankers. Read more
  • Angela L.heart icon on user image
    Angela LiuMarch 31, 2019
    Cosy cocktail place with a special story behind each cocktail
  • Ceara P.heart icon on user image
    Ceara PixieNovember 7, 2017
    Lovely hidden gem! The cocktails are tasty and are presented well with a great story too.
  • Rax L.
    Rax LakhaniMarch 24, 2012
    One of the best kept secrets in London. Try anything on the cocktail menu and you will not be disappointed. The staff here know their stuff
  • H K.heart icon on user image
    H KNovember 2, 2014
    Order some of their molecular gastronomy style cocktails. Brilliant show pieces that taste good, too!
  • Ashley C.
    Ashley ChanMay 11, 2018
    Really creative cocktails that look cooler than they taste. Drinks are tiny and strong. Come here to impress. Service is extremely slow but they always tell you a story when serving your drink.
  • Patrick K.heart icon on user image
    Patrick KjellevoldMarch 15, 2015
    Nice cocktails, some of them made in a fancy way. However, the fanciness does not match the interior. But I guess that is the charm about this place for many.
  • Howard L.
    Howard LoJune 2, 2013
    Inventive cocktails with a narrative behind each one. Adds a nice little touch to the experience!
  • Mihnea M.heart icon on user image
    Mihnea MiculescuAugust 15, 2014
    Get the Old Castro and the Lab Test shots (they come in glass vials).
  • Robert R.heart icon on user image
    Robert RamOctober 29, 2018
    If Harry Potter was Czech and lived in the 70's, he would open a bar like this. .
  • Mautinka Č.heart icon on user image
    Mautinka ČernáApril 3, 2018
    Amazing service, interesting drinks.
  • Blanka V.heart icon on user image
    Blanka ValkoinenMarch 1, 2020
    Excellent service. So goooood coctails!!! Highly recommended!!!!
  • Barry G.heart icon on user image
    Barry GreenFebruary 25, 2017
    Everything venue, service, music, staff, atmosphere ...
  • Rachel R.heart icon on user image
    Rachel RothAugust 11, 2019
    Molecular cocktails that come with a story. Bookings required.
  • Glenfiddich Mark ..
    Glenfiddich Mark .February 9, 2012
    Perfect east end hide-away. Try reading up on the Holy Smoke ;) No suits or ties, thank goodness!
  • BarChick
    BarChickFebruary 1, 2012
    The waitresses bring you a small selection of Czech canapés to sample, tiny and tasty (well 4 out of 5 were). Read more
  • Max B.
    Max BucklandMarch 23, 2013
    Lovely, kind service with a great story behind each drink...
  • Matt B.
    Matt BowlesDecember 10, 2011
    Book in advance and have the tea for two (so alcoholic and easy to drink)
  • Sharkleberry
    SharkleberrySeptember 19, 2011
    Play a fun game by selecting horrifying drinks for other people. Like the mushroom jump off.
  • Marilize S.
    Marilize SageAugust 25, 2013
    Try the Mezcal Sour - Yes that is a worm and I ate it
  • Enda G.
    Enda GJune 16, 2010
    You absolutely *have* to book in advance - and don't wear a suit. Fantastic inventive cocktails & hip atmosphere.
  • Matthieu V.
    Matthieu VaxelaireOctober 21, 2012
    Best Cocktails in town. Need to book a table.
  • Iggy H.heart icon on user image
    Iggy HammickMay 6, 2013
    Secret little cocktail hangout. Very cute, exciting drinks.
  • Emmanuel N.
    Emmanuel NatafNovember 5, 2017
    Good music, relaxing space.
  • Peeyapat R.
    Peeyapat RJune 2, 2013
    try the purple brain! it is very well designed.
  • Nacho M.heart icon on user image
    Nacho MOctober 28, 2013
    Pretentious and unwelcoming staff! A place to avoid unless you have booked a table.
  • Frederik A.
    Frederik AndersenNovember 22, 2009
    The Old Fashioned is the best in London. Try out all the different absinth cocktails, great way to start an evening out.
  • Mike O.
    Mike O'SullivanAugust 27, 2014
    Great cocktails, but the decor can be divisive.
  • Jamie M.
    Jamie MilneFebruary 9, 2012
    Apple pie martini. It actually tastes and 'feels' like liquidised apple pie. Stunning. No, really...
  • Marcroy S.heart icon on user image
    Marcroy SmithFebruary 23, 2014
    Stuck up and sarcastic barman, brings the whole vibe of this place down.
  • Chris B.
    Chris BerryMarch 11, 2013
    Forget the bubble bath. It's all about the Holy Smoke.
  • Marta V.
    Marta VivenzoJune 5, 2013
    Awesome service and kickass manhattan :)
  • pɹoɟuɐs@
    pɹoɟuɐs@January 14, 2012
    Get here before 11:30pm - they stop serving at midnight
  • Polly W.heart icon on user image
    Polly WnzSeptember 28, 2013
    It's lovely when shoreditch still gives you a surprise!
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