The Shenkman Bar

While The Royal Academy of Arts in Piccadilly may well be home to a unique selection of collector's pieces, it's also home a unique selection of artistic cocktails at slick lounge bar, The Shenkman Bar. 

With its deep red lacquer and rich black chesterfield sofas, The Shenkman boasts an artistic edge that is sure to delight after-work crowds and cocktail sippers looking for a more understated effect. Adding further to their after-work appeal, The Garden, designed by renowned landscaper Tom Stuart Smith, is a minimalistic and intimate garden retreat found alongside The Shenkman; perfect for escaping the Piccadilly bustle.

While the decor boasts premium simplicity, the cocktail menu certainly does not. Rivalling many master mixologists in the city, The Shenkman Bar has cultivated an indulgent selection of flavours and upcoming concoctions that will be rare to find anywhere else. From a punchy nettle cordial, dry port, gin and lemon oil tipple to a feathered honey, Scotch whisky and brose cream affair, many of these sweet treats will set you back as little as £8.50.