The Mayor of Scaredy Cat Town

£20 / Cocktail bars, Vegetarian options

12-16 Artillery Ln, London

Opening hours

5PM-12AM

Sunday 12PM-10PM
Monday 6PM-11PM
Tuesday 5PM-11PM
Wednesday 5PM-11PM
Thursday 5PM-11PM
Friday 5PM-12AM
Saturday 12PM-12AM

Step Through the Fridge: Secrets Await!

Ah, The Mayor of Scaredy Cat Town - a whimsical whisper on London’s lips and an experience that begins with the push of a humble fridge door. Entering the speakeasy feels akin to slipping through a time portal into an era of clandestine indulgence and eyebrow-arching cocktails. The atmosphere hums with a clandestine charm as you descend into cozy dimness, surrounded by a world where mixology isn’t just a job but a vaunted art form. I was pleasantly swept up by the knowing smiles of the staff and their cocktail recommendations, particularly the irresistible Cinema Paradiso, served whimsically with popcorn in tow, embodying liquid-cinematic joy. Expect each drink to feature theatrics fit for an opening night: every stir, shake, and dash seemingly choreographed to tantalize.

Despite its spirited ambiance, the establishment walked a thin line between intimate warmth and chilly reservation from service staff, with moments of inefficiency and bar stools revoking any inclination toward permanence. But within this playful hideout, curiosity overtakes critique; even small misdemeanors feel like notes best left unsung in this kaleidoscope of grown-up fun. My taste buds were wooed in staggering fashion, with each sip more engaging than the next—a dance of flavors from the whiskey-laden depth of the Merchant to the Midnight Daiquiri’s mystic allure, garnished with playful ingenuity. The vibrancy might demand relentless perseverance against the wallet, London-style, but those longing for a unique tale of frothy edge and reckless delight may find themselves impatiently queuing up, drunk on intrigue and the beckoning invitation to 'see the Mayor.' Visitation is advised, booking tactfully recommended—get in line behind the fridge for a ride straddling both reality and narrative splendor. — Clarissa Cuisinier