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Ku Lounge

Bar Cocktail bar Wine bar Lounge

Stylish cocktail lounge bar with banquettes, contemporary chandeliers and pendant lights. People often mention great, cocktails, night, staff, service, friendly, good, nice, music, amazing,


Address

1 Newport Pl, London WC2H 7JR, United Kingdom

Website

www.ku-bar.co.uk

Contact

+44 20 7734 8329

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.20 (316 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Saturday: 3 pm to 1 am
  • Sunday: 3 to 10:30 pm
  • Monday: 4 pm to 1 am
  • Tuesday: 4 pm to 1 am
  • Wednesday: 4 pm to 1 am
  • Thursday: 4 pm to 1 am
  • Friday: 4 pm to 1 am

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: great (21) cocktails (18) night (14) staff (13) service (12) friendly (11) good (10) nice (10) music (8) amazing (8)
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  • 5/5 Rik M. 7 years ago on Google
    Amazingly inventive cocktails in a relaxed and luxurious spot in Soho. Can't praise the staff enough, friendly and attentive, can highly recommend a visit.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marcin S. 4 months ago on Google
    Ku Bar is a vibrant LGBTQ+ bar in London's Soho district. It has a lively atmosphere, inclusive ambiance, and captivating entertainment. The staff is friendly and attentive, and the DJs spin a diverse range of music. Ku Bar is a safe and welcoming space for everyone.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chris T. 7 years ago on Google
    This is an amazing place. The staff are super friendly and very accommodating and the cocktails are all made with premium ingredients by expert mixologists. The happy hour two for the price of one cocktails are definitely worth it if you are on a budget and the full cocktail menu is a wonder to read.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Courtz 4 years ago on Google
    Classy spot for some great cocktails and the steam buns are a must have.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jessica Y. 11 months ago on Google
    Interesting venue on Thursday’s apparently. I came because they were rated high for cocktails not knowing what other event was going on. It’s in a great part of town (Asian influence) and this particular night there was a drag show. I still had a good time and I’d come back.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Lady Lisa W. 9 months ago on Google
    My friends and I went to Ku-bar over a week or two ago to catch up over a few bottles of MOET ROSE CHANDON. The evening started off beautifully with lots of jokes, catching up and laughing away. After 7 to 8 bottles of MOET ROSE CHANDON, few cans of red bull and sparkling water with a bit of a misunderstanding with the waitress, the waitress behaviour was some what unpalatable so was the rest of the team which cut our evening short. My friends and I had a very, very bad experience leaving a bitter taste in our mouths. I don't think they know their audience very well, or they just need proper training or possibly should be trained all over. Lady Watson

  • 5/5 Mariam E. 1 year ago on Google
    Had such a great night last night!! Everyone there was so welcoming but especially ARIS!! He made me night and i had the best night out of my life. Wish he was straight 😂😂 Thanks guys

  • 5/5 Gracie N. 1 year ago on Google
    Fab spot for a nice cocktail! Special shoutout to the host Aris for always making me and my friends feel right at home! Xx

  • 4/5 Koko 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely people, great vibe, delicious cocktails just a lil pricy

  • 5/5 Eró P. 1 year ago on Google
    We had a lovely time ! The staff was very attentive, especially Aris who made our night very special

  • 5/5 Daphne P. 1 year ago on Google
    We had a blast! Best cocktails ever! Thank you Aris!

  • 5/5 Daniel “Littledan” C. 10 months ago on Google
    Great drinks, I really enjoyed the lotus drops and long island ice tea. Don't worry if a cocktail you like isn't on the menu, the bar staff may be able to make it for you anyways. I enjoyed the music playing, there was K/DA and a vocal cover of crazy frog that I really enjoyed. The waitress was very nice and provided great service to everyone and seemed very friendly and always happy to help. At 9 or 10, I don't remember when, a drag show was hosted and was a very fun experience, Snow White Trash was the performer's name, great singing and saxophone playing, great comedy she was very funny, and got the crowd involved as well. The seats were comfortable and the establishment was very well presented. This was all on the first floor, not the ground floor, I was not able to see if there were any accessibility options available.

  • 5/5 Stephanie F. 9 months ago on Google
    Greeted as soon as we walk to the door, everyone was so friendly and looked amazing. Had a couple of cocktails and shots that were really good, definitely recommend the lychee cocktail!

  • 5/5 Francisco H. 5 months ago on Google
    Had an amazing night at this cocktail pub! The ambiance and the music was perfect, and the service, from Alexander, was top-notch. Highly recommend checking it out for a memorable night out!

  • 5/5 Matylda 8 years ago on Google
    Wonderful customer service, great location and amazing cocktails! I booked this place for my leaving drinks and was very positively surprised. It has a really nice, modern ambience, and the music (which is also really good by the way) is at the perfect volume for you to both enjoy it and be able to have a normal conversation with your friends. Would definitely recommend! :-)

  • 5/5 eddchris 5 months ago on Google
    A nice place for a few cocktails with great ambience. The amazing friendly service (and smile!) offered by Alexander really made my night! What a star!

  • 5/5 Shubhanshu S. 5 months ago on Google
    KU Lounge is by far the best gay bar in Central London. From drinks to vibe to drag shows to dance floor are all top-notch. I visited for 4-5 nights in a row because of the vibe. All floors are well mantained and have a different vibe to it. 🫶 The drag show by Vicki was funny, entertaining and would surely bring you to your feet. 👯‍♀️ Can’t complete my review without mentioning Alex (Alexander), he has been the BEST HOST, be it getting/serving drinks or making you “feel at home” at KU. Brownie points to him for that ever glowing smile. 💯 KU lounge is a place I will surely be spending my night at, whenever I am London. Keep up the good work guys. Cheers.

  • 5/5 Josh R. 5 months ago on Google
    we went to a few bars in the area but this one was the best out of them, I met Alexander who works there and he was sooo great, we're friends now too

  • 5/5 Rosanna De G. 5 months ago on Google
    One of the best places that I have been in soho, place where you can fin easily good vibe, and good drinks which are really good made and lovely people that serve, really recomendable, the people is very kind and sociable I had the opportunity to met a guy from Venezuela really enchanting and cute making the night happiest. Things that is important to make you experience different 🥳

  • 5/5 laura q. 4 months ago on Google
    Amazing service !! Thank you luigi for your incredible energy and help 🫶🏼🫶🏼 Christmas vibes and exquisite cocktails✨

  • 5/5 Krzysztof L. 3 months ago on Google New
    Fantastic venue, great service and perfect entertainment. Really enjoyed my time at the Ku Lounge. I booked a booth for my husband's birthday and it was a great success. Thank you Ku staff!

  • 5/5 Biswajit Deb d. 3 months ago on Google New
    Best place to host small and big parties . I always throw parties at Ku bar and had blasts . All my friends loved the drinks and music . Staffs are very friendly and cooperative . Can’t wait to host another party there

  • 5/5 airin a. 2 years ago on Google
    the staff is super nice and helpful especially carlos, he was very helpful and nice the entire time and the bar in general is wonderful

  • 4/5 Reece H. 2 years ago on Google
    Great vibe in center of soho. Cocktails taste great and have a good variety. Bartenders are full of personality and are, cheeky (which Is a nice touch).

  • 4/5 Daniel D. R. 5 years ago on Google
    Upscale gay cocktail bar with nice design and friendly staff. Gets busy later at at night and the weekends. Prices on the upper end. They make good cocktails. I had a Long Island which was perfect!

  • 5/5 Richard R. 2 years ago on Google
    Great cocktails. Welcoming atmosphere

  • 3/5 Adam G. 2 years ago on Google
    Literally just played the Avicii album on loop and refused to entertain hitting play on Chromatica. Just sayin’

  • 5/5 Bindhu S. 2 years ago on Google
    The staff here are so bloody hawt!! What a feast to my eye!

  • 5/5 Aisling S. 5 years ago on Google
    Great venue. Quieter during the week, but plenty of space per table, you dont have to shout over music to be heard, staff are friendly and approachable, heated outdoor smoking area. Got a complimentary round of shots for my birthday too <3

  • 5/5 Ash S. 2 years ago on Google
    This is the most amazing place in central london and thank you to Carlos for his amazing service to myself and my family . He catered to all of our needs and is so accepting. Love you and the family here thank you so much

  • 5/5 Misha A. 2 years ago on Google
    Great night going out out. Nerea was great keeping the drinks flowing from up. Keep up the good work guys!

  • 5/5 Kevin R. 1 year ago on Google
    The best cocktails all around! Good atmosphere and great service, the manager Jorge made us feel like at home!! We’ll be back!

  • 5/5 Bhinghi 2 years ago on Google
    Gorgeous cocktails in is a really nice venue with excellent service. Visited a few times before lockdown and loved it. Now its reopened with excellent safety in place that hasn't spoiled the decor or atmosphere

  • 5/5 ashley d. 2 years ago on Google
    Carlos was absolutely amazing great service and personality!!! Will definitely be back🥰 LOVE YOU CARLOS

  • 5/5 MARIAN C. 1 year ago on Google
    best club , muzic ,friendly people,security, very nice 👍👍🤗🤗

  • 4/5 James M. 3 years ago on Google
    Ground floor was always meant to be more casual, music videos playing. Upstairs was obviously catered for a more up market clientele who wanted to sit down and chat, have cocktails and have waitress service, it's even called a lounge, then why play loud music? Hardly sophisticated. Otherwise great place since they done the place up a few years ago.

  • 5/5 RISTEÁRD L. 3 years ago on Google
    Well this is different! I remember this used to be a small room. Now it's a swanky bar. kubar itself has been around for years. This in the middle of China town is just perfect. All your typical selection of drinks on offer and in this particular room they offer table service. Friendly staff and a great atmosphere.

  • 5/5 John K. 1 year ago on Google
    Fab cocktails in a groovy venue!

  • 5/5 Dr. Cocktail Cyprus (Aygün A. 1 year ago on Google
    great cocktails 🥂great ambiance, and friendly staff would recommend to anyone 🍾

  • 4/5 Claire W. 2 years ago on Google
    Great and vibrant atmosphere staff were pleasant Unfortunately card only payments, all in all a great night out


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Dancing
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Happy-hour drinks
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✗ Takeaway

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