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The Library Bar at The Lanesborough - The Library Bar at The Lanesborough, London, Greater London

The Library Bar at The Lanesborough

4.9
4.9
135 Reviews
£41 and over
Cocktail Bar

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
One of the capital's most celebrated cocktail destinations, The Library Bar – distinguished by its outstanding mixology and venerable "liquid museum" of spirits – offers the warm and intimate atmosphere of a private club accompanied by a vibrant ambiance that makes it a popular choice with Knightsbridge and Belgravia's well-heeled locals as well as hotel guests. The bar, located within Hyde Park Corner's Lanesborough hotel, is home to cognacs dating back to the 1770s, as well as spectacularly prepared cocktails by a team of award-winning experts including Bar Manager Mickael Perron.

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Experiences

  • Cocktail Cream Tea

    £37.00 - £42.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    For those in search of a lighter alternative to Afternoon Tea, our Cocktail Cream Tea brings together two Lanesborough favourites - the Lilibet cocktail and freshly baked, fluffy scones served with strawberry jam, clotted cream and your choice of tea or coffee.
    Cocktail Cream Tea Photo
  • Library Bar Lunch Hour

    £43.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy a quick lunch in luxurious surroundings at The Lanesborough hotel's Library Bar. This offer includes a classic lunchtime dish (choice of Battered Cod and Triple Cooked Chips, Tartare Sauce and Pea Purée / Lanesborough Club Sandwich / White Pizza with Burrata, King Peter Ham, Pistachio and Rocket / Caesar Salad with Fried Chicken, Anchovies, Parmesan, Sourdough Croutons (also available vegetarian), served with a Lanesborough G&T or glass of house wine and a small bottle of mineral water.
    Library Bar Lunch Hour Photo
  • Live Nights with Perrier-Jouët

    £45.00 per person

    Jan 7, 2025 - Mar 26, 2025
    Join us for live acoustic sessions with our resident pianist James and weekly changing singers on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings from 8pm to 11pm, and discover Perrier-Jouët Blanc de Blancs NV, presented with a selection of British hard cheeses shaved tableside to accompany this dazzling Champagne.
    Live Nights with Perrier-Jouët Photo

What 135 people are saying

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.6Value

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  • London

    Best Ambiance

  • South West London

    Best Ambiance

  • South West London

    Great for creative cocktails

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Library Bar at The Lanesborough offers a quintessentially British experience with "impeccable service" and a "beautiful setting." Known for its classic cocktails and live music, the bar is a cozy retreat with a "relaxed friendly atmosphere." Enjoy the "delicious cocktails" and "attentive staff" in this elegant venue.

135 Reviews
  1. ShelleyW

    Las Vegas3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been a guest of the Library Bar since 1996. Very special place. Best martinis. Staff exceptional. Perfect setting.

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  2. Adam

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is beautiful, discreet, fabulous bar with a brilliant menu of food and drinks and really wonderful and welcoming staff. I could not fault it.

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  3. Bruno

    San Antonio6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful bar with an intricate cognac list !! Gorgeous

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  4. Helen

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional all round . We sat near the fire and enjoyed the ambience . The service especially the customer service was exceptional and we thoroughly enjoyed our evening .

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  5. Fabrice VIP

    London5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful evening in this little gem. Superb setting, great food, and lovely staff. A rare find.

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  6. Maximilian

    Switzerland2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Die beste Xmas Tee Erfahrung in London. Es lohnt sich für das tolle Ambient in der Bar. Die Bedienung was auch ausgezeichnet

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  7. Bernard

    London25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good for a quick lunch, in a charming typically British bar. Excellent service.

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  8. Alfred VIP

    Atlanta9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was excellent as always as well as the food and drinks.

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  9. Celia VIP

    London20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A lovely experience as always. The cocktails were exciting and the staff warm and welcoming as you’d expect from the Library Bar.

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  10. Catherine VIP

    London5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for the Hennessy XO experience and it truly made us fall in love with this amazing cognac all over again. Michael, Angel and the team made sure we felt very special and lucky indeed.

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The Library Bar at The Lanesborough is rated 4.9 stars by 135 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Library Bar at The Lanesborough

The Lanesborough, Hyde Park Corner, London, Greater London SW1X 7TA

Additional information

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  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Contemporary British
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
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