The 50 best bars in London

London is a haven for casual drinkers and alcohol enthusiasts alike: from drinking dens to high-end hotel bars, the capital has somewhere to booze whatever the occasion.

The gallery above details 50 of our finest bars, listed in no particular order and for different reasons: some are included because the cocktails are flawless, like Milk & Honey, some have earned their spot for an iconic serve, like the Duke’s martini, and others are in because they’re simply damned good fun to be in, like The Piano Works.

There’s no such thing as the perfect bar, and what makes a place work one evening might be its downfall the next. Choosing where to go depends on what you’re looking for: if you want to down mojitos and dance all night, it’s probably best avoiding the quiet of five-star hotels, while those seeking mixology at its best aren't going to find anything for them in an old-school Soho dive.

Ultimately, the bars we fall in love with are the bars that make us feel welcome: superior bartenders and bouncers be damned. If you think we've missed anywhere, let us know in the comments below.