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The American Bar, St. James's
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Cocktail barSt. James's

The American Bar

  • 4.5448 reviews
  • $$$$
  • Open now · till midnight

Nestled inside The Savoy, The American Bar is a historic, upscale cocktail destination known for expertly crafted classic and contemporary drinks. Expect an intimate, polished atmosphere with skilled bartenders, elegant decor, and occasional live piano — perfect for savoring signature cocktails or celebrating a special occasion. Reservations and smart attire are recommended.

Quick answers

The American Bar in short

When is The American Bar open?

Mon–Wed 12 PM–12 AM; Thu–Sat 12 PM–1 AM; Sun 12 PM–12 AM.

When is the best time to visit The American Bar?

It's at its best evenings. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.

Is The American Bar indoors or outdoors?

Indoors: a good pick when it rains.

How much does The American Bar cost?

Google lists its prices as $$$$.

Where is The American Bar?

16-18 St James's Pl,London,SW1A 1NJ,United Kingdom.

Right now · 9:15 pm

Why it fits right now

A great call right now.

Nearly as good as its best, thu 9 pm.

In its favour

  • Open till midnight
  • Best in the evening
  • Indoors

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The next five days

Best time to go

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Plan your visit

Hours

Open now · till midnight
monday
12 PM–12 AM
tuesday
12 PM–12 AM
wednesday
12 PM–12 AM
thursday
12 PM–1 AM
friday
12 PM–1 AM
saturday
12 PM–1 AM
sundayToday
12 PM–12 AM

Where and how

  1. 1 The American Bar
  2. 2 The Wolseley · 3 min
  3. 3 Below · 5 min
  4. 4 HIDE · 5 min
  5. 5 Diana Princess of Wales Memorial Walk · 7 min
16-18 St James's Pl, London, SW1A 1NJ, United Kingdom(opens the map)DirectionsTo St. James'sCall+442074930111Websitethestaffordlondon.com

Good to know

  • Indoors
  • Price $$$$
  • Good for couples
  • Good for small groups

From visitors and the venue

What it's like

4.5from 448 reviews

Known for

  • Date night
  • Sightseeing
  • Great cocktails
  • Live performances
  • Historic landmarks

The feel

  • Historic
  • Upscale
  • Intimate
  • Tourists
  • Business travelers
  • Couples

Around St. James's

Nearby

Within about a 15-minute walk.

On nearby

For the next three hours

What to wear to go there now

Leave with a jacket.

Your full outfit
  • JacketThe whole time

It's indoors, so this is for the trip there and back.