Service and cocktails absolutely lovely, but I have to say (personal opinion here) the aesthetic feels cheap with the carpet and textured wallpaper taking their cue from a cineplex, when this space should really be the epitome of London elegance and style.

We popped in for a cocktail before our lunch reservation at the Savoy Grill. I had high hopes given the reputation of the venue however was left quite underwhelmed. The service was top notch as expected and the drinks were very good however there was a lack of atmosphere which something as simple as piano music would have solved. Perhaps we visited at the wrong time of day but surely on a Sunday lunchtime there should be some sort of atmosphere.

Use to be a great place to take people from out of town or to grab a drink before a show, use to be Art Deco, but now it’s remodeled and it’s like every other nice overpriced bar- nothing special. Go to Dukes for a Bar with character, The Savoy has lost all charm.

Thoroughly disappointed with our visit to the American bar this Saturday afternoon. The venue operates a walk-in policy. This is what is stated on their website " This bar operates a walk in policy. A limited number of online reservations are available for up to two people only" We arrived at 5pm and asked for a counter table for 2 at the bar...the hostess checked and said that was fine but we could only have the seat for 1.5 hours instead of the normal 2, we agreed to this as this visit has been on my top 10 list for a while, I couldn't believe my luck. Eagerly, we were taken to the bar and once again reminded we had till 6.30pm to enjoy the bar "experience," and Jamie would look after us. Jamie did indeed acknowledge us promptly and asked us what we would like, as we only had 1.5 hours we decided to order a bottle of LP rose champagne and then we had asked Jamie to recommend us a cocktail for afterwards. Jamie was polite and professional, opened our champagne, and made polite chit chat, after 15 mins, he informed us he was going on his break. We then attempted to chat to his cover, which was more of a challenge, but I was currently happy with my surroundings. I started to look through the cocktail menu eagerly awaiting Jamie's return for him to recommend us a cocktail as previously discussed. At 5.20pm the hostess that seated us came over and said she had made a mistake and the booking she had told us about was for 3 people and was infact at 6pm so we would have to move at 6pm to a lower table somewhere in the bar. We were only halfway through our bottle champagne and waiting for the anticipated promised bar "experience" to kick in. So our 2 hour slot had now been chopped in half, we hadn't really felt like we'd had an exceptional wow experience, when the final straw was the hostess returned once again at 5.50pm to tell me the booking of 3 people had arrived early and we need to move now.......my wife still had half a glass of champagne to drink and we hadn't even ordered our cocktails yet. We were made to stand up and start moving, if we had been given till 6pm we could have finished our bottle of champagne instead we were hussled out like we shouldnt be there. This was a disgusting way to treat a paying guest.The hostess handled the whole situation very poorly, so what we actually received was 50 mins and no wow factor. We were over promised and under delivered. The Savoy has a reputation for putting its guests first and prides themselves on customer service.....or so I thought. Wow, how wrong was I. I've travelled and dined in first class establishment's all over the world, and this by far was the biggest letdown. I did speak with the bar manager on the evening, and he attempted to rectify my experience. He removed the service charge and moved us to a table in the Beaufont bar for a round of complimentary drinks. The service in there was brilliant, and we were finally looked after, we stayed for another cocktail, but it was too little too late. I spent well over £200 with you and was ready to spend more. But I couldn't get over the way we had been treated in the American bar. I shall choose the Ritz next time we are in London. Our experiences previously at the Ritz have been nothing but outstanding and memorable for all the corect reasons. In this current cost of living crisis and volatile climate, you should be very careful when working in the hospitality industry how you treat people wanting to spend their money with you. The guest is looking for that experience and wow factor, especially in a premium venue like the Savoy. This experience has left a very bad taste in my mouth, and I have lost my faith in the Savoy. I hope the 3 guests that booked and sat at the bar at 6 pm got treated better than we did.

We had the most wonderful experience at The American Bar. I had put on the booking that we were there for our 20th Wedding anniversary, and all the staff were so polite and all were wishing us congratulations. A complimentary glass of champagne and a small desert on a plate with "Happy 20th Anniversary" writing on was also a lovely touch. A great sofa table by the bar added to the ambience for us. Our waiter Nathan was extremely helpful with the wine, and the Provence we chose was divine. Olives and crisps were lovely too. The pianist was great, and took requests so brownie points for me getting our wedding song played. Overall an absolute pleasure to be there. Made to feel so welcome, and everybody should try this bar. You feel at home here, and it really starts you're evening off just right. We'll done everyone. Thank you for having us. Paul & Becky.

The bar has the best cocktails and awesome atmosphere. I can’t say how much I miss the taste of the cocktail I ordered. The seemingly clear liquid was layered with flavors, each of them seems independent to others but they formed a wonderful symphony of flavors. The price is high but you get top notch cocktail and atmosphere, which lots of celebrities, like Winston Churchill, also experienced. Hope it reopen soon

I went here for a date night and service from all members of staff was impeccable. We ordered some drinks, mine a port wine. All drinks arrive with complimentary snacks. A live pianist was playing when we visited and I would definitely visit again.

Iconic place with a dazzling history. We were warmly greeted for my sisters bday. Unfortunately we had to dash off to the Savoy theatre! My sister had the Kings cobbler and mine was the Cupid cockails. Orange based taste ! The piano man brought the house down! Service was brilliant too

Let me start by saying that I respect Ms Tebay’s work back from the Death and Co days and that I’m very much aware that this incarnation of the bar has only been open for a week. My issues were with service, not with the drinks. It’s sad you can’t sit at the bar anymore. If you emphatically ask to sit near the bar, it’s sad if you end up in a different room. There’s no real reason why there’s a tedious “spelling your complete name” ceremony, when that name is never mentioned again. Generally, servers are nice enough, but without a real personal connection, which, again, might be too much for ask for after a week. Finally, it’s weird to be asked about a reservation when the web site expressively says there aren’t any. Makes you feel like a second class guest right away. My drink was competently made and well thought out. Of course, it was about ten pounds too much in terms of quality, but these things have to be taken into account when you’re at the Savoy. I won’t be, for the foreseeable future, though.

My wife and I were really looking forward to visiting The American bar at your beautiful hotel as a special treat . We ordered our cocktails , and were very disappointed when they arrived ( one of the cocktails was wrong so went back ) waited another 10 minutes until we actually got the right one . We both ordered different cocktails but they arrived in quite ordinary Slim Jim glasses , not much garnish and very ordinary. We have both been in hospitality for many years and would never leave a bad review but we felt so disappointed and expected better .

I have been many times before and loved it but this time was so disappointed. We waited 40 minutes for our cocktails to arrive. Once they did the glasses were dripping with condensation so had obviously been waiting for a very long time at the bar. Revisit your staff training protocols. Cut the elongated and obsequious chat and get the drinks to the customers.

The hubby and I came for drinks before going to a nearby restaurant for dinner. We had champagne (it was his 40th birthday) and then two cocktails each. The drinks were excellent, the cocktail menu had so many interesting options, and the bar snacks were deliciously addictive! The service was exceptional, we were spoilt from the moment we sat down till we left. The pianist who started playing 15 / 30 minutes into our arrival was a welcome surprise and made the atmosphere even better. It was an outstanding start to an excellent night celebrating the hubby’s birthday - We will definitely come again!

This bar is located inside the Savoy Hotel in London. We stopped at the American restaurant for happy hour. The service was outstanding. The food was good, and I won't deny it was pricey.

Comfortable and elegant lounge with superb service and fantastic cocktails. An ideal venue to start or end a special evening.

Lacking the ambiance of the wider Savoy Hotel, perhaps if one visits when a pianist is playing it has a bit more atmosphere. The art deco design is beautiful and cocktails are well-made, but wouldn't return in a hurry. I prefer the likes of The Ned.

Another fantastic experience in the American Bar! This time for my 'special' birthday. Warmly welcomed and made to feel like much valued guests as soon as we arrived. A particular mention for Isaac (and fellow northerner) who truly went out of his way to deliver the Savoy Service. Also the pianist, who is brilliant. Until next time!

We had pre dinner drinks and nibbles. Callum our waiter was very attentive and because my wife is dairy intolerant, he double checked everything. The service was quick and nibbles were continuously refilled. The drinks were superb. Will definitely be going there again.

Some of the best cocktails I've had. Juan was my bartender and he was very friendly, had a story for each cocktail, and was entertaining to watch make drinks. Cannot recommend this place enough.

Popped in here for a drink before our meal at the Savoy Grill. Really nice atmosphere and great decor. Service was really nice and everyone was pleased with the drinks. I chose an alcohol free option as I don't drink but it didn't stop me enjoying the atmosphere here ☺️

Historic bar in the Savoy…walking through the entrance and seeing all the pictures of years gone by and the amazing company that have also graced the same space make it feel even more special. Be ready to spend minimum 20 pounds for a cocktail…albeit delicious.

Highly recomend visiting this place but its not for the cost conscious that's for sure. We had a great table near the pianist who has a great chilled out voice. The drinks are beautiful and the vibe just relaxed and chilled and now and again you get to see the odd worst for wear Celebrity! One of my new favourite places in London.

The American Bar at The Savoy takes you back several decades to another time and place. The whole ambiance is, truly, one of a kind. Drinks and service is impeccable and exquisite.

Rated as the “best bar in the world”. We had to wait for a table but it wasn’t long and well well it was worth the wait. Best cocktails we have ever had. Great service and really great jazz pianist. Highly recommend. A great end to a month long holiday

One of favourite bars in London and rightfully so. Classy Amazing customer service Intricately created cocktails The best mixologists in town And just all round lovely ambience.

I only popped to the bar for drinks and had a pleasant experience. The wine was good, there was live music, and the staff was very professional. The bartender knew her spirits and was happy to share her knowledge.

To Nathan, Thank you for serving me on a Friday night, 1 Sep. The martini with a lemon twist was just what I needed. You have been most courteous and friendly. All the best and see you there soon! To Jonny, You made my time in American Bar that much more pleasant with your approach and willingness to tell me everything I wanted to know and more. I'll come back some time soon to tell you more about cars and Croatia! Will try some recipes from the book!

The American bar is located in the Savoy hotel on the Strand. There are a limited number of tables for two that can be booked, otherwise there is a walk-in policy. The bar is art deco in style and very comfortable with excellent service and a nice, relaxed atmosphere. They have quite a relaxed dress code. There is an extensive cocktail menu, but as you would expect, the drinks are expensive, starting at around £24 for a cocktail. For a treat, it's definitely one to visit.

My family and I have been here twice, both times before dining at the Savoy Grill. Upon arrival we were warmly invited to sit down- they have a variety of plush couches and chairs which are very comfortable and classy. There is also grand piano in the centre of the room that a gentleman was playing softly whilst we were there. The cocktail list is absolutely huge, complete with some extraordinarily expensive vintage cocktails. Overall I love the experience and ambience of American Bar.

Legendary comes to mind. It is a beautifully decorated bar with history and the kind of service that if you are under 40 you probably haven’t experienced outside of five star hotels. Be warned, such opulence comes at a price. You would expect to pay north of £26 for a drink when you are at a hard-to-get-in speak easy or a cocktail lounge on a roof with a view, but not a stuffy hotel with very inventive menus. It is very nice, but it is geared towards what younger generations are looking for. There is no trendy scene, fancy view or super talented instagram ready mixologist behind the bar. Just a famous address with beautiful, but outdated, decorations. Skip if you are visiting London, but worth the visit to take clients and business associates.

I’ve personally been in many of the top bars all across the globe and they’ve never failed (dead rabbit, artesian, elephant bar, tales&spirits, dandelyan, happiness forgets, door 74, PDT, employees only, red frog,... and the list continues). This place is definitely immaculate, historical and with a good vibe, the pianist gives a very cool touch to the all experience. The cocktail menu is interesting and the way they approach it is very different and worth to read the menu beginning to end. Now what you really come for... cocktails... expensive, too expensive for what they are! Weak in taste, unbalanced and flavors are strong on the alcohol note and not on the ingredients that are displayed on the menu... this as obviously my experience, considering they are currently one of the top bars in the world, I don’t want to destroy what they do, but again, my experience in the cocktails and service was poor! I wasn’t served water at my arrival, which I guess that optional from bar to bar, but it’s probably one of the first time this happened. The bar was almost empty when I arrived, even the staff was commenting between themselves, but still took over 15 minutes to take my order and another 15 for my drink! Felt disappointed considering the amount paid and the overall drink experience, wouldn’t come back and unfortunately I can’t recommend, compared to the better options around town!

This bar was AMAZING! Best cocktails I have ever tried in my life. And all the creativity for creating, naming and presenting the cocktails was very inspiring. Special thanks to Maxim the Bar Manager for his amazing hospitality, and that of all the bartenders. I recommend this bar to anyone who is picky with drinks because they will be impressed!

Delicious cocktails, very nice bar. We had a great time. Orion cocktail was our favourite. We also loved the pink one and the suffragette. Lovely staff, nice live piano music. We definitely recommend! We understand why it is so highly rated among cocktails bar in the world!

I loved the live music and the salmon selection. There was a very nice atmosphere and I had good vibes. The salmon selection was very tasty and fresh. I had a mocktail with rosemary and lemon that was delicious! Thank you for today we had an amazing appetizer at your American Bar before the dinner at Gordon Ramsay restaurant.

Stunning cocktails, expert recommendations, an inviting atmosphere accompanied by a live pianist on site. The drinks were of the utmost premium quality, with attention to detail right down to the monogrammed ice.

A wonderful treat, relaxing in a warm friendly and cosy milieu. Lovely drinks and a mixology dream. And those small but so important things....that makes you feel special....so sad that you cant eat a matching dinner without leaving the building.

Bucket list ticked. Wow, it was everything I hoped and wanted it to be. Advice book before! Including a pianist in a sparkling jacket.

A spectacular place to enjoy a good cocktail. Thank you Emmy for making us feel at home. Highly recommended

Really relaxed atmosphere despite this being in the Savoy. Everyone is really friendly and the cocktails are incredible!

One of the best cocktail bars in the world. All drinks are top-notch here. There are only four places at the bar counter but it totally worth wait to get a free one. Watching for cocktails making by that good bartenders is astounding. You can spend 3 hours without notice just talking to barmen and trying to taste every cocktail in their menu. Snacks are free and unlimited that is a nice bonus considering expensive drinks there. Excellent service, all crew members are friendly, professional and always ready to help with any questions you may have. It's a famous place so book in advance or be ready to wait for some time to be seated. Waiting time is negligible if you are alone or two people only but may be longer for larger parties.

Lovely experience definitely something special. The history of the place is amazing and I felt like a luxury experience. The staff were very attentive and knew the menu inside out. Cocktails were delicious too. Around £20 for a cocktail. Complimentary snacks were given which is definitely a bonus. Would recommend!

Wonderful service at this gorgeous bar.

We weren’t dressed for the Savoy but then again I wouldn’t say other guests were either. Even so it didn’t feel that welcoming. The front of house seemed reluctant and initially gave use poor seats. By the time we’d moved we were sat next to a guy on his own that seemed to think very highly of himself as he sat there in a quater zip jumper and Clark’s shoes. He occasionally glancing at us, trying to hide his displeasure, no doubt at our denim…? The waiting staff were knowledgeable and polite but seemed a little disingenuous in that way that trained but inexperienced hosts often can. We all had martinis. They were mixed well, but it was obvious that the glasses had not been chilled sufficient and thus the drinks were a little warmer than they should have been. In terms of décore, the place seemed dated rather than classically stylish; some of the furniture was even a bit tacky, in my humble opinion. We only stayed for one although we had time to kill and might have had more. It was disappointing because we had come directly from the excellent Lyle’s across time where we had lunch. The bar was a real contrast to the much more modern and friendly Lyle’s, which trades on current excellence rather than past glory. I probably won’t go back.

Class!

Nice place nice staff

Loved the piano playing in the background, very expensive but worth the experience.

What has happened to this place? Went in before dinner on Sunday and it was quiet and we were well looked after. After dinner around 7pm the service had completely gone downhill and customers in sportswear and quite a lot of kids in after 9pm doesn’t exactly set the tone it used to. Will be back for the Restaurants but much better bars in the area for me. 3 stars for the quality of the cocktails as no arguments there.

Always a plethora of choice. If it's not on the menu they'll make it. Service always top notch

Typical American Bar

Go for the vesper cocktail...

Excellent drinks, service, live piano music with an amazing singer. Overall amazing 40s vibes. It’s like traveling into another era of time. I suggest you get cocktails as they are fantastic, we got 2 rounds and enjoyed all of them!!

My first time at this bar was when my mom came to visit me in London and was staying at the Savoy. We stumbled upon this gem before going to dinner. We never planned to come here; little did I know I was about to find my all-time favorite bar. Upon arrival, we were greeted by the receptionist, who was very welcoming; she sat us by the bar. The bar itself is a work of art and the relaxed ambience with the live music was just phenomenal. We were greeted by our waiter Nerijus, whom we came to find was Lithuanian as well. Upon meeting him, we had no idea we'd be making an amazing friend for life. He handed us the menu and explained it to us, asked for suggestions, and told us a little about the history of the bar. The menu was like a graphic novel of some of the most amazing cocktails I've ever seen. We went with his suggestions and were blown away. We've continued to come to this bar for years and still do to this day. This bar will always have a special place in my heart!

perfect

Great bar, love this place, please reopen soon!

Best cocktails I've ever had, with perfect service

An experience, of sorts. Though you are paying for the name really as could be any upmarket hotel. Most cocktails around £30 mark, though you can spend a lot more. Staff were great.

They can see Americans coming a mile off and charge accordingly.

Good

The staff were very welcoming and the drinks were great (worth the price !). They have a brilliant cocktail menu!

I love this place

Great musical concept, carried through throughout the bar. From coasters in the form of records, a songbook menu with drinks named after classic songs, and a live pianist bringing the music to life. Prices are steep, but you come to expect that at the world’s number 2 bar.

Incredible bar with casual and relaxing atmosphere. I ordered “Life And Times” andThat’s A Wrap”, both of them are amazing. Didn’t think that whiskey based cocktail can be this good. The washroom was really bright and luxury. This place definitely deserves a 5-star rating, or even more!!!

They have a brilliant cocktail menu.The bartender was really friendly and helpful, recommending cocktails based on your tastes. Service was absolutely exceptional from the beginning. It’s pricey but you have to go there at least once in your life.

Had a great evening here! They don’t take reservations, but we arrived at 18:45 and waited for about 20 minuets. The bar has lots of history, and great atmosphere. There was an amazing pianist/singer until about 20:30 and the cocktails were so good!

The staff were very welcoming and the drinks were great (worth the price !). They have a brilliant cocktail menu. I went with a group of friends and the bartender explained the story and the ingredients of each one of our cocktails. And the presentation, just WOW ! Beautiful and original. The bartender was really friendly and helpful, recommending cocktails based on your tastes. Service was absolutely exceptional from the beginning. It’s pricey but you have to go there at least once in your life.

Popped in for a drink before dining in The Savoy grill restaurant. Great bar. Brilliant cocktail menu. Cocktails were fantastic and the staff were friendly and helpful. A must for pre-dining drinks.

A lovely experience. Cocktails were amazing. Will definitely be back.

the best cocktails I've ever had

Mostly great, but - it only takes one sneering and supercilious barman to ruin the evening. Avoid.

Beautiful ambience and wonderful service, not for the cost conscious but a great experience, perfect for an indulgent treat, amazing cocktails at amazing prices

This rating goes without saying. The best cocktail bar in the world. Staff is super professional and helps with setting up custom drinks according to your taste.

Always a pleasure. My favourite place away from home

Great music and service. Had the tea and cupcake for 10 pounds!

(Translated by Google) Local with high quality. Fabulous drink list! For the first time, I was amazed! Congratulations to all the staff! Not for nothing, this place belongs to the best 50 Best Bars in the world! 😍🏆🍸 (Original) Locale con alta qualità. Drink list favolosa! Per la prima volta sono rimasto a bocca aperta! Complimenti a tutto lo staff! Questo locale non per niente, fa parte dei migliori 50 Best Bars al mondo! 😍🏆🍸

Exactly as lovely and as expensive as you'd expect of The Savoy. Cocktails £25 a pop. A slice of lemon wrapped round a large Gold brick.

Must visit

Spectacular (and spectacularly expensive) cocktails at this art deco Gatsby hotel bar. Loved the live piano player and the great service. Inventive drinks - I had a perfect gin martini and a gin highball made with nori, celery bitters and grapefruit soda that was light, savory and refreshing. There was also a 5000 GBP shot of whiskey but we passed on that one.

Unbelievable, have an old Fashioned boom 💥

Came here couple years ago, no doubt it’s the best bar in the world, the history makes it became legacy.

Very cosy and intimate bar in a fabulous hotel. Would argue the pricing is on the higher end but expected

The effort put into every drink can be felt with every sip regardless of what you order.

Wonderful bar with a nice atmosphere and adventurous, unusual cocktails. The live piano was a lovely touch.

(Translated by Google) One of the best cocktail bars in the world. The guys know a lot about quality, drinks and serving. (Original) Один из лучших коктейльных баров Мира. Ребята знают толк в качестве, напитках и из подаче.

Sadly will never be able to try the Sazerac 😊 but there's plenty of others to choose from. Staff lovely to chat to. Relaxing atmosphere, will always be my favourite place. Had drinks here again 21st February during the afternoon. Great place to meet, chat & relax. Will come for a bar meal next time, the burger looked delicious. As always, staff impeccable. 40 years since I was a message clerk here, and where we took calls & messages for guests is now 2 beautiful lifts !!

Had the best time,drinks,food,service excellent. Loved the pianist,such a wide range of music Can't wait to go back. Loved it,loved it, loved it. Highly recommended.

The fanciest bar I've ever had a drink in.

Drinks and atmosphere delicious BUT if I ask for a glass of water I don’t expect, with no warning, a very small bottle of water costing £4.50 (plus service) to be added to my bill - underhand & experience spoiling. This sneakiness was not what I expected from this bar and has never been done to me in the literally hundreds of other bars I’ve been to around the world- no matter their price range

This is a first class, stylish and totally enjoyable place.

Thank you so much to Stefano and Jason, bartenders at the American Bar at the Savoy Hotel, very professional and full of skills and knowledge!

Classic... only the one word needed to describe it

Fab

This is where we had our tea and cupcakes