As if there wasn’t enough going on in London above street-level, when you explore deep below London’s streets and skyscrapers you’ll find a warren of secret bars buried right under our feet. It’s not just the tube down there, you know.
From hidden champagne bars to mysterious subterranean speakeasies, and the a club that was once a WC, here are 26 of our favourite underground drinking spots in London.

The Libertine
Set in the immense vaults beneath The Royal Exchange, The Libertine is the newest hidden secret bar in the heart of the city. Sitting on the same site where the very first royal alcohol licence in Britain was granted, this space is steeped in hedonism – where merchants and rogues from across the city took part in boisterous ‘tippling’.
A modern revival of those mischievous times, the brand new venue is made up of a large destination bar, lively drinking and dining corners, main restaurant and two private dining rooms with a secret whiskey vault. The menu focuses on wholesome seasonal fare served from lunch till late – think seafood dishes, dry-aged steaks and snacks for sharing. And we can’t forget about the drinks menu, created in partnership with some of the city’s best distilleries, breweries and wine merchants.

WHERE: 4 WINSLEY ST, LONDON W1W 8HF
WEBSITE: WWW.LIBERTINELONDON.CO.UK

The Club at Amazonico
Chances are you’ve heard of Amazonico, the Mayfair restaurant known best for their rainforest-inspired décor, vibrant atmosphere and South American cuisine. But what you probably haven’t heard of is the secret spot located underneath the restaurant.
Behind a discreet doorway (via the kitchen) you’ll have to be really lucky to get an invite to ascend the golden-clad staircase and enter the restaurant’s best kept secret. It’s invite only, with no membership and no way to request or guarantee access, making it one of London’s most exclusive spaces. Décor-wise, expect a golden octopus, a seashell bar, and sequin-covered columns.
Expect a golden octopus, a seashell bar, and sequin-covered columns.
WHERE: 10 BERKELEY SQUARE, LONDON W1J 6BR
WEBSITE: WWW.AMAZONICORESTAURANT.COM

Disrepute
If you’re after a special location for an impressive first date, after-work drinks or group evening-out, Disrepute is sure to promise a memorable secret bar experience. Tucked away between the hustle and bustle of Carnaby Street and Kingly Court, the entrance is so discreet that if you blink, you just might miss it.
The cocktail list is stunning, the décor is glamorous, and being a members’ club, the atmosphere is exclusive – making you feel like you’ve stumbled across one of London’s best kept secrets.

WHERE: 4 KINGLY CT, CARNABY, LONDON W1B 5PW
WEBSITE: WWW.DISREPUTE.CO.UK

Discount Suit Company
Look for clothing at the Discount Suit Company and you’ll be suitably disappointed. It won’t last long though, because with cheap cocktails, exposed brickwork, and beamed ceilings, you’ll have found yourself your new favourite underground bar.
As a nod to the former tailor shop which it transformed from, look under the vintage ‘Discount Suit Company’ sign for the light marking its discreet entrance, descend the steep dark stairs, and enter via the black curtain. 

WHERE: 29A WENTWORTH ST, LONDON E1 7TB
WEBSITE: WWW.DISCOUNTSUITCOMPANY.CO.UK

Supermax
Don’t be surprised if you walk past Supermax’s entrance several times before realising it leads to this buzzing basement joint filled with cocktails, disco tunes and stunning interiors.
Hidden below Happy Face Pizza in King’s Cross, it’s the perfect place to shake off the working day. Their Aperitivo Hour is from 5:30pm-7pm where you dive into expertly mixed cocktails and cicchetti for less than a tenner.

WHERE: 14-18 HANDYSIDE ST, LONDON N1C 4DN
WEBSITE: WWW.HAPPYFACE.PIZZA

The Cinnamon Club
Nuzzled below Vivek Singh’s notorious restaurant, The Cinnamon Club, you’ll find the hidden underground cocktail bar of dreams and Westminster’s best kept secret. This seductive and intimate cocktail bar takes cues from both British and Indian culture, drawing inspiration from the rich colours of the spices found across India. It’s the perfect spot to while away your evening with friends, family or colleagues.
Expect luxe interiors, tropical plant-filled corners and flavour packed cocktails that put a contemporary twist on well-known classics. Make sure to try the signature Club Bellini – an infusion of Belvedere ginger vodka with apricot purée, spiced rose and topped with prosecco spumante; or the Red Lady – with Havana club 3yo, watermelon cordial, curaçao, orange and lime.

WHERE: THE OLD WESTMINSTER LIBRARY, GREAT SMITH ST, LONDON SW1P 3BU
WEBSITE: WWW.CINNAMONCLUB.COM

Gordon’s Wine Bar
As far as secret bars go, you really can’t beat Gordon’s. As the city’s oldest wine bar, serving Londoners since 1890, there’s a certain historic charm about this place that can’t be beaten.
Candlelit, low-ceilinged and totally romantic, they offer hearty cheese boards, charcuterie and vegetarian and vegan options to complement their extensive selection of wines from around the world. Most are sold by the glass, all are available by the bottle, and prices are incredibly good value. Just make sure to arrive early – they don’t take bookings and the queue can get busy at peak hours.
WHERE: 47 VILLIERS ST, LONDON WC2N 6NE
WEBSITE: WWW.GORDONSWINEBAR.COM

Blame Gloria
Taking over the basement that once housed Adventure Bar, Blame Gloria is a retro-inspired drinking den from the award-winning team behind Tonight Josephine, The Escapologist and Bar Elba. The Gloria in question is a former girl about town, she partied with Hendrix, spent her life in hotels, taught Bowie how to do his make up and can make a mean whiskey sour. Now that she no longer has the best legs in Soho, she has moved into the basement and is throwing the best parties.

WHERE: 20 BEDFORD STREET, LONDON WC2E 9HP
WEBSITE: WWW.BLAMEGLORIA.CO.UK

Cahoots
Hidden beneath Kingly Court lies Cahoots, an underground bar, set in an ‘underground’ station keeping the camaraderie of the Blitz spirit alive. On the ground floor, Kingly Court train station has been taken over by a bunch of Scoundrels, fitted with mismatch furniture, a humongous station clock and a scattering of afternoon tea options (or cocktails if you head after dark).
Venture on downstairs to the Control Room, Soho’s newest well known speakeasy, and settle in for an evening of live performances and elaborate cocktails.
WHERE: 13 KINGLY COURT, CARNABY, W1B 5PG
WEBSITE: WWW.CAHOOTS-LONDON.COM

The Vault Soho
You know how things aren’t always quite what they seem? That’s the deal with Milroy’s whisky shop in Soho. That bookshelf in the shop, it’s not a bookshelf. It’s a hidden door and if you go through it you will come across The Vault.  A cosy little basement bar, it’s all exposed stone and wood panelling, the perfect place to hide away from Soho with a cocktail or two.

WHERE: 3 GREET STREET, SOHO, W1D 4NX
WEBSITE: WWW.THEVAULTSOHO.CO.UK

The Bar at Artist Residence
Hidden below Pimlico’s boutique hotel, The Artist Residence, The Bar is known by those in the know but a hidden gem for those unaware.
Get into the spirit of things with top-notch hand-crafted cocktails in their speak-easy style cellar bar and let the good times roll. And if you want it all to yourself, exclusive hire of the cellar is available for groups of up to 45 guests, with your choice of music and your very own bartenders.

WHERE: 52 CAMBRIDGE STREET, PIMLICO, SW1V 4QQ
WEBSITE: WWW.ARTISTRESIDENCE.CO.UK

Gremio De Brixton
Next time you go to Brixton then forgo the market and village and instead head to St Matthew’s Church because underneath it you’ll find tapas restaurant, Gremio de Brixton. Walking down the stairs you’ll find yourself in a dimly lit, cavernous room with exposed brick arches. There are nods to Roman Catholicism and Spanish matadors throughout but it’s the tapas that we’re really there for.
Well priced and with generous portions, make sure you order the chorizo with cider, patatas bravas and chicken skewers with aubergine hummus. At the weekend then dance it all off when the DJs take to the decks – if you’re not too full.
WHERE: ST. MATTHEW’S CHURCH, EFFRA ROAD, BRIXTON, SW2 1JF
WEBSITE: WWW.GREMIODEBRIXTON.COM

ESQ Bar at 100 Queen’s Gate
You’ll want to be rocking over to 100 Queen’s Gate’s chic hidden venue, ESQ Bar. Adorned with plush seating, here you can sit bac, unwind and disconnect from the outside world. ESQ’s wonderful mixologists specialise in making unique Victorian inspired drinks out of homemade infused spirits.

WHERE: 100 QUEEN’S GATE, SOUTH KENSINGTON, LONDON SW7 5AG
WEBSITE: WWW.100QUEENSGATE.COM

The Wine Cellar, The Stafford
For those looking for a private underground space you can hire all to yourself, look to The Wine Cellar at The Stafford. Built in the 17th Century and used as an air raid shelter during WWII, the space is now home to over 8,000 bottles of wine from across the world. 
Used for a whole host of events, from boardroom meetings and Christmas work parties to theatre and cabaret performances, this is one unforgettable underground drinking den.

WHERE: 16 – 18 ST JAMES’S PLACE, SW1A 1NJ
WEBSITE: WWW.THESTAFFORDLONDON.COM

London Shuffle Club
London Shuffle Club’s basement speakeasy bar, Crazy Eight, is the home of table shuffle – a fast-paced game that’ll liven up your evening. Pop down for cocktails and a game of table shuffle and you’ll discover a menu that’s sure to delight even the most discerning of drinkers. Their freshly made sourdough pizzas can also be ordered to your table for a little late evening snack. With more intimate vibes than their main venue upstairs, you can sip and shuffle away in style.

WHERE: 4 EBOR ST, LONDON E1 6AW
WEBSITE: WWW.LONDONSHUFFLE.COM

Basement Sate
Things you don’t tend to find in a cellar: cocktails and pudding. You do however in Soho’s Basement Sate. Which means when you’re out drinking and suddenly get a craving for peanut butter and Oreo cake (who doesn’t?), you’re craving can be satiated with a quick trip to Basement Sate where puddings come first and cocktails come second. Genius.

WHERE: 8 BROADWICK STREET, SOHO, W1F 8HN
WEBSITE: WWW.BASEMENTSATE.COM

Lucky Voice
Whether you’ve been graced with the voice of an angel or you just fancy channeling your inner Beyoncé, Lucky Voice is always a prime spot for birthday parties, work do’s and to just get your singing fix in. Find your nearest venue and head on down underground where no one but your friends will hear you screeching your vocal cords…

WHERE: MULTIPLE LOCATIONS
WEBSITE: WWW.LUCKYVOICE.COM

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By The Handbook