London, dear readers, is a city with a nightlife as lively as the witches’ coven on a full moon night. And when Halloween rolls around, it’s the perfect excuse to dive into the otherworldly concoctions and eerie atmospheres that some of London’s most tantalizing cocktail bars have to offer.
From the ghastly decor to the sinfully delicious potions, here are the 10 cocktail places where you can get spellbound this Halloween.
Como Garden
This Italian restaurant will be transformed into a whimsical Halloween wonderland. Join them for the night and indulge in their cocktails paired with a pumpkin cheesecake. It’s a fantastic complement to the eerie decor.
Location: Kensington Highstreet
Website: https://comogarden.co.uk/
El Norte
Head to El Norte, a Modern Spanish Restaurant and Bar in Mayfair. Get a little spooky with their specialty cocktails with the Halloween Pumpkin crema catalana.
Location: Mayfair
Website: https://el-norte.co.uk/
The Thin White Duke
Cocktails, coffee, and membership-based recording studios in the heart of Soho. Join them for an evening of delight. They’ve prepared something that might make you very happy. On Friday, 27th October, and Saturday, 28th October, join them for ‘An Evening of Grimm Tales’ – £40 includes drinks, a feast, and entertainment.
Location: Piccadilly Circus
Website: https://thethinwhiteduke.london/
Purchase tickets ASAP
The Mandrake
Step into The Mandrake, an opulent hotel bar that turns into a bewitching Halloween paradise every year. Their mixologists whip up ethereal cocktails, using ingredients like blackberry liqueur, charcoal, and dry ice. It’s an otherworldly experience that’ll make you question reality. This year: 28th October
Location: Fitzrovia
Website: https://www.themandrake.com/
Hawk’s Nest
A neighborhood cocktail bar and pizza kitchen, Hawk’s Nest, Shepherd’s Bush’s very own gem, seamlessly blends elegance with eerie vibes. They are hosting a Halloween Quiz night on 31st October – perfect for those who prefer a more chill vibe on the actual Halloween evening.
Location: Shepherd’s Bush
Website: https://the-hawks-nest.co.uk/whats-on
Mr. Fogg’s Residence
Mr. Fogg’s Residence is all about immersive themes and adventurous drinks. Join Mr Fogg’s Murder Mystery for a unique type of spooky. – They have Halloween special experience in October.
Location: Mayfair
Halloween special: Every Saturday in October. £60pp: 2 hour murder mystery experience + two complimentary cocktails made with Belvedere and Moët & Chandon
The Last Tuesday Society Absinthe Parlour
This eccentric spot in East London is a cabinet of curiosities, and Halloween is its moment to shine. With decorations featuring taxidermy and oddities, it’s the perfect place for a ghoulish gathering. They are organizing some scary events and exhibitions, so do check here.
Location: Hackney
Website: https://www.thelasttuesdaysociety.org/absinthe-parlour/
Rake’s Café Bar
Just by Liverpool Street station, it’s Café by day, and Bar by night. They will be offering a special tequila-based Halloween cocktail, El Diablo, available from the 25th to the 31st of October. But it’s not just a cocktail! Guests are invited to celebrate Halloween in style with a Thriller-themed brunch.
Location: Liverpool Street
Website: https://www.hyattrestaurants.com/en/dining/uk/london/european-restaurant-in-city-of-london-rake-s-caf%C3%A9-bar
Park Row Brasserie & Bar
Channel your inner superhero at Park Row Brasserie & Bar, inspired by the world of Batman. This Halloween, On the 27th October, Gotham City’s finest DJs, chilling cocktails, and captivating live entertainment are returning to their The Iceberg Lounge.
Location: Piccadilly Circus
Website: https://parkrowlondon.co.uk/
The Connaught Bar
While this bar may not be overtly Halloween-themed, why not celebrate Halloween in a luxurious setting at one of my favorite bars in London? Although they’ve dropped to No. 5 this year according to today’s update, they remain among the top bars in The World’s 50 Best Bars, and still No. 1 within London.
Location: Mayfair
Website: https://www.the-connaught.co.uk/restaurants-bars/connaught-bar/
Ready for a Mixing Magic?
This Halloween, London’s cocktail scene has brewed up a bewitching cauldron of spooky delights. From haunted mansions to whimsical wonderlands, these 10 cocktail places are ready to serve you both tricks and treats.
So don your spookiest attire and embark on a thrilling journey through these ghoulishly good cocktail bars. Sip, sip, horray! It’s time to get enchanted.
