The much-anticipated World’s 50 Best Bars 2025 ranking has just been released on 8th October. We will give you a full breakdown of the 7 London bars that made it this year, and stay tuned for the full Top 100 list at the end!
First launched in 2009, The World’s 50 Best Bars has become one of the industry’s most influential annual rankings. Voted on anonymously by bar professionals from around the world, it spans everything from speakeasies and hotel bars to avant-garde cocktail concepts.
This year, seven London bars made it into the global top 100, reaffirming the city’s status as both the heart of British drinking culture and a trendsetter for bar design worldwide. Let us tour these seven London highlights, each revealing a different shade of the city’s nocturnal charm.
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Ranked fifth, Tayēr + Elementary is one of London’s most distinctive “two-in-one” bars. The front room, Elementary, is a relaxed spot for a quick after-work drink, while Tayēr behind the curtain offers a more focused setting where bartenders craft refined, seasonal cocktails at a signature hexagonal counter. Its drinks and small plates strike a perfect balance of creativity and taste.
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In sixth place, Connaught Bar — a two-time world champion in 2020 and 2021 — remains the epitome of Mayfair elegance. Its iconic Dry Martini, served tableside from a gleaming silver trolley, is mixed at precisely -18°C with a choice of over twenty premium gins. Impeccably dressed bartenders and a sense of timeless luxury make every sip feel like a celebration.
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At number 21, Satan’s Whiskers takes a refreshingly down-to-earth approach. Known for its generous pours, lively cocktails, and friendly service, this Bethnal Green favourite proves that great hospitality can be both expert and unpretentious.
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Ranked 31st, Scarfes Bar is named after British caricaturist Gerald Scarfe and combines old-money sophistication with artistic flair. The shelves lined with cartoon-filled books set a playful tone, while live jazz performances fill the room each evening. Every drink here is crafted with precision — as beautiful to look at as it is to taste.
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A Bar with Shapes for a Name
At 73rd place, A Bar with Shapes for a Name embodies pure Bauhaus minimalism. Its red, yellow and blue geometric sign is instantly recognisable, while its menu pushes the limits of creative restraint — twenty pre-batched cocktails, all blind-tested for balance and flavour, achieving laboratory-level precision.
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Ranked 79th, Kwãnt Mayfair may have dropped slightly from last year, but its appeal remains strong. Its signature yoghurt cocktails — Yuzu Ramos and Matcha Ramos — blend East Asian flavours with smooth, foamy textures for a refreshing lift. Loved by locals and students alike, they’ve become social media favourites.
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Ranked just below, Three Sheets Soho is a new entry this year. Behind its simple black façade lies a minimalist space with clean lines and creative flair. Its vibrant cocktails use ingredients like beetroot, rhubarb and pickled mango, offering a fruity, elegant choice that’s as photogenic as it is easy to enjoy.
From timeless classics to bold newcomers redefining modern mixology, these seven bars embody the true spirit of London’s nightlife. Whether you’re a cocktail enthusiast or just after a quiet nightcap, there’s always a spot — and a drink — ready to make you fall for the city all over again.
The Complete List of The World’s 50 Best Bars 2025: Ranks 1–100
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