But first, a martini
Vesper Bar
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This is where life is lived not in minutes but in a collection of splendid moments. Inspired by the legends that surround us and brought to life with creativity and character, we warmly welcome you to a place of endless possibilities.
Serving up an illustrious history and lively reputation, our bar has long been London’s ultimate destination for cocktail sipping, celebrating and deal making. Here, every drink is poured into bespoke glassware and savoured alongside a cool soundtrack and globally-inspired bites from the eclectic bar menu.
Expert mixologists
Bespoke design
Outdoor terrace
A journey through the senses
Join us to discover our new cocktail menu, Essentia. It's inspired by the power of evocative scents – with each creatively-crafted cocktail a sensory masterpiece, designed to evoke some of the moments we cherish most.
Masters of the bar
Stepping into this atmospheric space reveals our award-winning team of cocktail alchemists, ready to fix up whatever your heart desires. Classic and experimental cocktails, concoctions from rare and forgotten recipes or just a glass of your ‘usual’.
A modern classic
Vesper Bar showcases strikingly beautiful, contemporary design from London’s interiors specialist, Martin Brudnizki. Inspired by the spirit and sophistication of the roaring thirties, the bar's playful, eye-catching atmosphere is simply a delight.
All in the name
The Vesper Martini first starred in the James Bond novel, Casino Royale, differing from Bond’s usual martini in that it uses both gin and vodka instead of dry vermouth, and lemon peel instead of an olive.
Showstopping dining
As a leading name in the world’s most culinary diverse city, The Dorchester has something to enchant every appetite.
