How to does one give this treat of a venue justice? I can but try… the Sanderson Hotel’s Long Bar is a central oasis of buzzing cool, classy fun and relaxed glamour. As befits its name, a long central bartenders’ strip is encased by a huge Philip Starck designed U shaped onyx bar, lined with high-backed bar stools, enabling a great view of your fellow revellers! This layout inevitably adds to the highly-charged atmosphere over London‘s party nights (Thursday to Saturday) and the bustling hubbub that prevails even on the citys traditionally quieter nights.
Contributing substantially to its appeal and leading off from the bar is the Japanese style, glass roofed courtyard wining and dining area (partially open air in summer). With its cushioned banquettes and comfy low chair seating around marble tables, stunning greenery, soothing fountains and pools and even a hanging pod chair, this is such a pleasant surprise and brilliantly offsets the busier bar scene. They have an extensive drinks/spirits menu and don’t miss their cocktails – try a “Lady Killer” or a “Monkey Business”. There’s also an “On The Wagon” non-alcoholic cocktail for those virtuous enough.
Reviewer: John Duke
Food: Condensed version of this destination hotel restaurant’s menu; available day and night. Courtyard table dining recommended.
Address: 50 Berners Street, London, W1T 3NG.
Tube: Oxford Circus or Tottenham Court Rd.
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