Chelsea is an upmarket part of West London with all sorts of high-end shopping and dining options. If you're looking for somewhere to enjoy a few drinks, this sophisticated area won't let you down. From vibrant co*cktail bars mixing original drinks to sleek wine bars, the area is full of interesting venues. If you need some help planning a night out we've got you – this is our guide to the best bars in Chelsea.
In this guide
- Bars in Chelsea
- The Franklin Bar– Glam 1920s-style spot
- Wild Corner– Upscale and intimate wine bar
- Callooh Callay– Immersive literary theme
- Jak's Bar– Creative place for co*cktails
- Beaufort House Chelsea– Three bars in one
- The Muse Lounge– Drinks with board games
- Barts– Original speakeasy
- The Botanist– Globally-inspired co*cktails
- Wine Not?– Drink wine in a cosy space
- Zefi Bar– Something for everyone
- Azteca– Colourful Mexican venue
- No 11 Pimlico Road– Scandi-style all-day venue
- Kosmopol– Nordic co*cktail bar
Bars in Chelsea
The Franklin Bar
Glam 1920s-style spot
Dripping with 1920s style, The Franklin Bar is effortlessly glamorous. In a rich and immersive setting, you can enjoy sophisticated drinks and food. co*cktails are the speciality here, with original drinks mixed with distinctive ingredients. Food from snacks to meals is also on offer and designed to pair perfectly with the drinks.
24 Egerton Gardens, Chelsea
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Wild Corner
Upscale and intimate wine bar
You get lots of choice at glamorous and intimate wine bar Wild Corner. More than 150 varieties are served by the glass, including fine wines and vintages produced almost 100 years ago. At this sophisticated and low-lit venue you can enjoy drinks along with Mediterranean small plates. Events like wine tastings and exclusive wine dinners also take place here.
8 Elystan St, Chelsea
- Website•020-819 107 04
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Callooh Callay
Immersive literary theme
Callooh Callay has a distinctive and immersive literary theme. In this comfy bar you'll see cosy booths, rich colours, and plenty of books on the shelves. In this exciting environment you can sample award-winning drinks including co*cktails and a curated selection of beers and wines. A menu of simple food is available too.
316-318 King's Rd, Chelsea
- Website•020-773 947 81
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Jak's Bar
Creative place for co*cktails
Try fine co*cktails and a food menu with British, Mediterranean, and Italian inspirations at Jak's Bar. This neighbourhood venue has a chic and quirky look with plenty of colour and vintage touches. You can order the bar's take on classic co*cktails or original mixes. If nothing takes your fancy, the bar staff here can also whip up something new just for you.
87-89 Walton Street, Chelsea
- Website•020-758 985 58
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Beaufort House Chelsea
Three bars in one
Bustling and stylish Beaufort House encompasses a number of venues. As well as a brasserie and a members lounge there are two co*cktail bars and a champagne bar on the premises. The interior is comfortable and polished and there are high standards of service. It aims to be a home away from home for its clientele.
354 King's Road, Chelsea
- Website•020-735 228 28
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The Muse Lounge
Drinks with board games
Relax with drinks, food, shisha, and board games at laid-back hangout The Muse Lounge. It's a buzzy space where you can entertain yourself with traditional or modern board games and there's a dedicated shisha garden. co*cktails and non-alcoholic drinks are available as well as European and Middle Eastern dishes from small snacks to larger meals.
182 Walton St, Chelsea
- Website•020-814 447 23
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Barts
Original speakeasy
Barts is a glamorous spot for a drink in Chelsea with a prohibition-style speakeasy feel and eclectic and absorbing decor. Allegedly the first of London's many speakeasy-themed establishments, the bar serves up co*cktails, wines, vintage liquor, and snacks from nearby Gaucho. There's a hidden garden oasis here for drinks al fresco.
Chelsea Cloisters, Sloane Ave, Chelsea
- Website•020-758 133 55
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The Botanist
Globally-inspired co*cktails
Restaurant and co*cktail bar The Botanist is a favourite in Chelsea. Fine dining meets hearty gastropub food here, combined with expertly-blended and visually appealing co*cktails. Both food and drinks here have inspirations from around the world. The venue feels sophisticated and has a striking luxe look.
7 Sloane Square, Chelsea/Belgravia
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Wine Not?
Drink wine in a cosy space
Family-run wine bar Wine Not? is located in Fulham Road and has a contemporary interior with a homey living room vibe. This independent bar serves hand-chosen wine varieties as well as tasty nibbles to go with them. You can sample wines from all over the world and if you can't pick just one there are lots you can try by the glass.
279 Fulham Road, Kensington/Chelsea
- Website•020-701 895 90
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Zefi Bar
Something for everyone
Located on the famous King's Road, Zefi Bar is a slick place for a drink. The venue is smart and comfortable with a timeless style. An extensive range of drinks are available here including wine and champagne, co*cktails, and the bar's own exclusive beer. Italian bites are served if you want something to nibble on with your drinks.
533 King's Rd, Chelsea
- Website•020-735 135 13
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Azteca
Colourful Mexican venue
Check out Azteca for drinks and Mexican bites in a vibrant and colourful environment. You'll see bright tiles, authentic decor, and lots of colour here. There's a long list of tequila, a menu of Mexican-inspired co*cktails and classic mixes, and flavoursome food including nachos, tacos, and burritos.
329 King's Rd, Chelsea
- Website•020-735 240 87
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No 11 Pimlico Road
Scandi-style all-day venue
Breezy and homey, No 11 Pimlico Road is a homey bar and restaurant located at the edge of Chelsea. The venue is full of light and has an airy Scandinavian feel. Food and drinks are served throughout the day. If you're here for a drink you can sample a diverse co*cktail list, global wines and gins, and beers.
11 Pimlico Road, Chelsea/Belgravia
- Website•020-773 067 84
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Kosmopol
Nordic co*cktail bar
Kosmopol is a style-conscious co*cktail bar with a Scandinavian twist. Open since 2002, this drinking spot has airy Scandinavian interiors with a laid-back co*cktail bar upstairs and a buzzing basem*nt club for the weekends. Guests can choose from a wide range of classic co*cktails as well as easy late-night snacks like hot dogs and toasties.
138 Fulham Road, Kensington/Chelsea
- Website•020-756 509 11
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