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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
136 Reviews
£41 and over
Cocktail Bar

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19:00
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  • 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
  • Martini Sundays with Monkey 47

    £19.00 per person

    5 Jan 2025 - 30 Mar 2025
    Let the weekend wind down in style with Martini Sundays at The Library Bar with Monkey 47. Expertly prepared with the smooth Monkey 47 gin from Germany's Black Forest, matured for three months in earthenware vessels, our Gin Martini is served with a selection of garnishes for guests to explore and entertainment by pianist Kwaku.
    Martini Sundays with Monkey 47 photo

What 136 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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Diners' Choice Awards

  • London

    Best Ambience

  • South West London

    Best Ambience

  • 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.
136 Reviews
  1. Mark VIP

    New York City20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff and experience was amazing and would recommend it to anyone visiting London Piano player was great

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  2. ShelleyW

    Las Vegas3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 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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  3. Adam

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 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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  4. Bruno

    San Antonio6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 February 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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  5. Helen

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 11 January 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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  6. Fabrice VIP

    London5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 10 January 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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  7. Maximilian

    Switzerland2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 January 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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  8. Bernard

    London25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 January 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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  9. Alfred VIP

    Atlanta9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 December 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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  10. Celia VIP

    London20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 December 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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The Library Bar at The Lanesborough is rated 4.9 stars by 136 OpenTable diners.

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Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Find next available

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Booked 8 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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