Mr Fogg's Botanical Tavern
Main info
£20 - £40
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Cocktail bars
48 Newman St, London
Opening hours
12:01PM-1:01AM
- Sunday 12:01PM-9:01PM
- Monday 12:01PM-11:01PM
- Tuesday 12:01PM-11:01PM
- Wednesday 12:01PM-11:01PM
- Thursday 12:01PM-1:01AM
- Friday 12:01PM-1:01AM
- Saturday 12:01PM-1:01AM
Unforgettable Cocktails, Dreamy Botanical Escape
Nestled within the frenetic heart of London, Mr. Fogg's House of Botanicals takes visitors on a whimsical journey into an era where enchantment reigns supreme. Picture stepping into a chiaroscuro wonderland—an audacious tapestry of greenery casting shadows over patrons as they cradle kaleidoscopic concoctions. The spiral stairs invoking the spirit of a clandestine treetop dwelling—oh, just imaginatively delicious! It’s a charming sight to behold: chic Victorian botanical themes juxtaposed with plant life that can best be summed up as unruly on the brink of rebellion. Each corner promises a surprise fluttering in wait, ensuring monotony never intrudes upon your senses.But let us not be distracted solely by pictorial fanfare, for this house is not merely a visual affair. The true magic lies under the spell cast by their effervescent staff—troupe maestros like the renowned Keerat and friendly faces such as Zara and Daniel, whose lively banter and attentiveness pave the smooth inclines of one’s experience here. While the cocktails may prick the purse strings ever so unapologetically, the compensation arrives under a canopy of intricate garnishes and bold flavors—a libationary spectacle worthy for both skeptics and sybarites alike. Admittedly, this phantasmagorical retreat may err on the side of theatrical costuming, flirting with Instagrammed trappings. But there’s no denying its allure: a fantastical foray that might just tempt you back through those verdant-arched portals again and again. — Penelope Savory
How to get there
48 Newman St, London
London City Airport — 8.31 mi
Goodge Street - 291 yd