LONDON
There are so many bars in London, how to choose the best ones? Well we have a selection of some of our favourites for you to discover and enjoy a Midori drink. We've avoided the run-of-the mill pub chains, invaded by city workers and tourists and have selected unique independent bars - real gems that not everyone will be in the know about. Let us know what you think.
EPICUREAN LOUNGE
10 Clerkenwell Green
London EC1R 0DP
Tel: 020 74905577
In addition to offering a diverse range of foods from around the world, the Epicurean Lounge is striving to raise perceptions of the humble pizza Ð and make you some fantastic cocktails while you wait.Whilst sitting in the smart, minimalist surroundings in one of the more quietly trendy parts of London, why not try a fruity martini and drink in the atmosphere of one of London's newest and perhaps greatest Pizza lounge.Take away available.
A smart club and bar called No-where is accessible by those in the know - ask for details.
Nearest Tube: Farringdon
DIZZY'S
17 King William Street
London
EC4R 9AT
Tel: 020 76210400
One of a new style of City bar - Dizzy's brings fun and frolics to a part of town in dire need of a wake up call. Fantastic drinks are available in the relaxing lounge bar upstairs, whilst below is a basement bar suitable for all in a need of shelter from the manic city atmosphere - and a perfect place to nurse a glass of wine or one of the bar's original cocktail creations. A great place to be in the city.
Private Hire Available. Plasma screens show some major sports events.
Nearest Tube: Monument
SOSHO
Tabernacle Street
London
EC2A 4LU
Tel: 020 79200701
Both Timeout and The London Bar Guide agree that this is still one of London's finest bars - with excellent food and some of the finest drinks known to man, if you're visiting London you have to come here.
Late licence throughout the week.
Nearest Tube: Old Street or Moorgate
CUMBERLAND HOTEL
Oxford Street
Marble Arch
London
W1D 4RF
Top Hotel Bar with a couple of Midori Cocktails at the Kua Bar, Head Bartender Alain Froissant is a keen Midori fan.
Located just off Oxford Street, Stylish Hotel.
Nearest Tube: Marble Arch
CUCKOO CLUB
Swallow Street
London
W1B 4EZ
Tel: 020 72874300
Midori stocked and features in a couple of Cocktails. Bar Manager Jussi Kalmi came 2nd in the Midori UK Bartenders Guild Cocktail Competition in 2005.
High End Members Club (phone ahead for table)
Nearest Tube/Rail Station: Liverpool Street
AURORA BAR, GREAT EASTERN HOTEL
Liverpool Street
London
EC2M 2QN
Tel: 020 76187000
Alessandro Palazzi, Class Head Bartender of the year 2005 makes Midori come alive with his innovative Cocktails.
Stylish Bar within Hotel complex
Nearest Tube/Rail Station: Liverpool Street
BLUE ELEPHANT
3-6 Fulham Broadway
London
SW6 1AA
Tel: 020 73856595
Thai Restaurant that boasts 5 Midori Cocktails on the menu.
Very busy Chelsea Restaurant Bar
CONNAUGHT HOTEL
16 Carlos Place
Mayfair
London
W1 1AA
Tel: 020 74997070
Head Barman Brian Silva is one of the best mixologists in town and his Midori summer Cocktails are top notch.
Oak and leather 5 star Hotel
VOLT LOUNGE
17 Hobart Place
London
SW1
Tel: 020 72359696
Lebanese Restaurant/Club recently opened and gaining recognition with its Cocktails.
Located in Belgravia, restaurant till 10.00pm, Club till 1.00am.
MJU BAR
Millennium Hotel
17 Sloane Street
Knightsbridge
SW1X 9NU
Tel: 020 72354377
Bar located within the Hotel. Starting to make a name for itself with the Chelsea set.
LAB
12 Old Compton Street
London
W1V 5PG
Tel: 020 7437 7820
MATCH W1
37-38 Margaret's Street
London
W1G 0JF
Tel: 020 7499 3443
Nearest Tube/Rail Station: Oxford Circus
BAR RED
5 Kingly Street
London
W1B 5PF
Tel: 020 7434 3417
Nearest Tube/Rail Station: Oxford Circus
POLKA
58/59 Poland Street
London
W1V 3DF
Tel: 020 7287 7500
Nearest Tube/Rail Station: Oxford Circus
refreshingly different