If beautiful views of the City are your thing, you can't go wrong here.
With the weather finally heating up, you may be wondering where to make the most of the sun in our capital. Luckily, we've got you covered with the gorgeous, gin-led PocketSquare Skyline Bar & Terrace, situated in the heart of Aldgate and overlooking the bustling streets of the City below, facing towards the East.
This spot can be found on the ninth floor of Hyatt Place London City East, with vibrant, colourful interiors that feature hanging lights, a tiled bar and lots of greenery. You'll also find local and international art lining the walls, including the work of urban artist Jay Kaes. But the real star of the show here is their rooftop terrace, which promises unbeatable views of Canary Wharf from a stunning golden balcony.
Its central location makes this a great choice for after-work drinks, but the stylish space is absolutely perfect for date night or birthday celebrations as well. The cocktail list is just as enticing as the views here - whether you're in the mood for a floral Roku gin cordial with green tea soda or a vermouth rose and pear grappa concoction - all of which come in at £16 or less. Each of their cocktails is themed around something important in the local history and community, such as London Wildlife Trust-inspired Bloom or Phytology, which takes its name from the Bethnal Green Nature reserve. You can even take gin-heavy drinks masterclasses here, led by expert Kristian Smith.
And if you're feeling peckish? The PocketSquare Skyline bar menu is also serving up small plates like sweet and sour Sicilian roast vegetables or marinated olives, alongside loaded flatbreads for bigger bites. Be sure to head there between Sunday and Wednesday from 5 to 8pm too, as they're offering two-for-one drinks in their happy hour.
You'll find PocketSquare Skyline Bar & Terrace at 45 Whitechapel Road, E1 1DU. And for all the latest? Sign up to our newsletter.
