Be At One - Monument

£19 / Cocktail bars

28 King William St, London

Opening hours

4:30PM-1AM

Sunday 4:30PM-12AM
Monday 4:30PM-12AM
Tuesday 4:30PM-1AM
Wednesday 4:30PM-1AM
Thursday 4:30PM-2AM
Friday 3PM-2AM
Saturday 2PM-2AM

Impeccable Service and Vibrant Atmosphere Await!

From the eclectic buzz of mixed reviews on Be At One - Monument, my recent visit unfolded with a blend of vibrant cocktails and an atmosphere buoyant enough to lift even the dourest of spirits. As I walked in, Junior was orchestrating drinks behind the bar like a seasoned maestro, and each cocktail seemed crafted with a dash of magic and a sprinkle of charisma. It’s exactly the kind of place where you could imagine Bond ordering a drink while secretly eyeing a villain across the room, only this time for real villains you'd only find a scattering of disappointed patrons amidst a sea of joyous revelers. Despite a minor slip in receiving half-filled beverages once, the buy-one-get-one-free offer soothed any indignation faster than the sugar rim on a margarita glass.

Navigating through the din, there’s something whimsically chaotic yet comfortable about choosing your own spot rather than being mollycoddled. The staff won substantial brownie points with friendly encounters which often overflowed with personalized recommendations – Milton, Hope, and Hakim were supreme mixers and playful hosts. While the odd tale of tardy bouncers and an unsettled spirit mooned over in some corners of social media, my night leaned toward Stevie's dazzling cocktails and his apparent encyclopedic knowledge of anything liquid and delightful. Perhaps not a venue where every visit aligns stars to perfection, but one cannot deny the alluring vibe that surge from each upbeat playlist, inviting every city wanderer to drop by for that spirited adventure in liquid hues. — Milo Tastemaker