Lyaness
London
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Lyaness is a world-renowned cocktail bar located on the South Bank of London's Thames River, inside the stylish Sea Containers hotel. Recognized as the Michelin 3-star equivalent of cocktail bars, Lyaness offers an exceptional drinking experience with innovative, beautifully crafted cocktails featuring unique ingredients like camel milk, cornflake infusions, and herbaceous blends. The bar's novel-like menu guides guests through immersive flavor profiles and storytelling, while the expert mixology team creates smooth, balanced drinks that push creative boundaries. With stunning river views, impeccable service from knowledgeable staff, and a stylish yet relaxed atmosphere enhanced by excellent DJ sets, Lyaness delivers an unforgettable experience. The venue also offers excellent food options including highly praised tacos and vegan-friendly dishes like blistered peppers and aubergine dip. Whether you're seeking adventurous cocktails or classic variations executed to perfection, Lyaness stands as one of London's premier cocktail destinations for both locals and visitors.
Stylish yet relaxed atmosphere inside the eclectic Sea Containers hotel, featuring beautiful Thames River views, excellent DJ music, and a sophisticated setting perfect for great conversations and laughter. The venue balances upscale design with a welcoming, comfortable vibe.
Atmosphere
Noise Level
moderate
Music
DJ sets
Features
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Cocktail Quality
Service
Ambiance
Value
Accessibility
✗ Not confirmed accessible
Food & Menu
✓ Food menu available
Innovative cocktails featuring unique ingredients like camel milk and cornflake infusions, herbaceous gin-based cocktails, creative Old Fashioned variations, and scotch-based drinks. The menu is presented as a detailed, novel-like book with immersive storytelling and flavor profiles. Highly praised food menu includes exceptional tacos and vegan options like blistered peppers and aubergine dip.
Overall Sentiment:
Guests Love
- •Exceptional cocktail quality and innovation
- •Outstanding service, particularly from staff like Stevie and Serge
- •Beautiful Thames River views
- •Unique and creative ingredients
- •Detailed, immersive menu presentation
- •Excellent food, especially tacos
- •Welcoming atmosphere despite upscale setting
- •Staff knowledge and personalized attention
Other Considerations
- •Higher price point
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20 Upper Ground
South Bank
London, SE1 9PD
GB
Located in central London South Bank area, public transportation recommended
Recommended
Quieter Times
Food & Menu
✓ Food menu available
Innovative cocktails featuring unique ingredients like camel milk and cornflake infusions, herbaceous gin-based cocktails, creative Old Fashioned variations, and scotch-based drinks. The menu is presented as a detailed, novel-like book with immersive storytelling and flavor profiles. Highly praised food menu includes exceptional tacos and vegan options like blistered peppers and aubergine dip.
Overall Sentiment:
Guests Love
- •Exceptional cocktail quality and innovation
- •Outstanding service, particularly from staff like Stevie and Serge
- •Beautiful Thames River views
- •Unique and creative ingredients
- •Detailed, immersive menu presentation
- •Excellent food, especially tacos
- •Welcoming atmosphere despite upscale setting
- •Staff knowledge and personalized attention
Other Considerations
- •Higher price point
Location
20 Upper Ground, London, undefined undefined, GB
51.508394, -0.106664
Cocktail Menu
Signature Cocktails
Moo Reed
whiskey
Scotch-based cocktail featuring camel milk as a unique ingredient