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London’s Best New Bars of 2025

This year, a spate of excellent themed bars and speakeasies proved that chasing perfection doesn’t have to mean giving up on fun, while some of London’s best hotels upped their cocktail game.

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See Photos of Paul Mescal and Writing by Jessie Buckley at a Free Hamnet Exhibition
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After just two years, the bar and restaurant by the team behind Fink’s cafes will close on December 21. But the space will continue to be used for events and parties.
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After just two years, the bar and restaurant by the team behind Fink’s cafes will close on December 21. But the space will continue to be used for events and parties.
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London’s Buzziest New Club Night Is on a Monday – and It’s Run by a Top London Chef
In just six weeks, this Monday club night, run by Brawn chef-restaurateur Ed Wilson, has become a go-to spot for the hospitality crowd. But, with its impressive line-up of DJs and low-intervention wine list, Open Monday is bound to attract a wider fan base.

London’s Best New Bars of 2025

This year, a spate of excellent themed bars and speakeasies proved that chasing perfection doesn’t have to mean giving up on fun, while some of London’s best hotels upped their cocktail game.

opening

Aevum is Bloomsbury’s New Transformative Hair Salon

explainer

These London Bars Have Perfected Their Drink and Bar Snack Pairings

opinion

The Counter: Does Caribbean Cuisine Really Need a Michelin Star?

authority

How to Outsource Christmas Feasting in London This Year

See Photos of Paul Mescal and Writing by Jessie Buckley at a Free Hamnet Exhibition

Just In: Beloved Highbury Restaurant Saltine To Close Before the End of the Year

Just In: Beloved Highbury Restaurant Saltine To Close Before the End of the Year

Just In: Claridge’s Announces the Opening Date of Richard Hart’s Bakery

Things I Love: Gemma Shiel, Founder of Lazy Oaf

London’s Buzziest New Club Night Is on a Monday – and It’s Run by a Top London Chef