6 Best Sake Bar in London

For those who love the delicate, refined taste of sake, London offers an array of fantastic spots for sake. They offer unique tasting experiences, delicious food pairings, and an unbeatable atmosphere. Here’s a roundup of some of the best places to enjoy sake and Japanese-inspired cocktails in London.

Kioku By Endo bar

Sake £4-36, Bar food £5-12

Opens 5pm, closed on Sunday and Monday

Ground Floor, The OWO, 2 Whitehall Pl, London SW1A 2BD

This is a fairly new opened sake bar inside Endo bar. If you’re looking for an upscale sake experience with a vibrant yet elegant setting, Kioku By Endo is a must-visit. This stylish bar doesn’t just offer premium sake but also serves a range of other exquisite Japanese drinks. The vibe is lively, making it a great spot to unwind with friends. One highlight here is the melon and yuzu cocktail—a refreshing and citrusy delight that pairs beautifully with the bar’s sophisticated ambiance.

Kanpai London Sake Brewery & Taproom ⭐

Open 5-10pm (Monday and Tuesday closed, opening time varies from weekend and weekdays)

7-11pounds per 125ml

48 Druid St, London SE1 2EZ

This may not be the fancy and elegant vibe of sake bar, but this is claimed to be the only sake brewery in UK. For those who want a taste of locally brewed sake, this craft sake brewery near Tower Bridge, along the Bermondsey beer mile is a fantastic option. This place offers a chance to try different styles at reasonable rates and delicious small dishes. If you are a sake lover, I would highly recommend a sake tour for immersive experience of sake brewery!

The Aubrey

Opening time 5pm-1am

Signature menu £35-95

66 Knightsbridge, London SW1X 7LA

Located in the heart of London, The Aubrey takes sake tasting to another level. Their menu includes bottles of 720ml sake for those looking to indulge, but the real highlight is their sake tasting experience, suitable for 10-12 people. This is perfect for groups who want to explore a variety of premium sakes in an intimate and curated setting. For special experience, try for sake omakase to pair perfect sake with fresh sashimis!

Yuki bar

Opening 5pm-11pm (close Monday and Tuesday)

Food max £15

426 Reading Ln, London E8 1DS

Yuki bar is an absolute hidden gem located in Hackney area. This place is a small bar with an excellent spots for a casual yet refined sake experience. Whether you’re looking for a quiet drink or a night out with friends, these bars offer a great selection of Japanese sake alongside other traditional beverages.

The Malt Lounge and Bar - Sake cocktail bar

Opening 5:30-12am

Cocktails £20-30

50 Marble Arch, Great Cumberland Pl, London W1H 7FD

For those who appreciate expertly crafted cocktails, Moto is a must-visit. This Japanese cocktail bar is known for its innovative sake-based drinks, making it an excellent choice for those who want to explore beyond the classic sake experience. Whether you prefer your drink neat or mixed into a unique concoction, Moto has something for every palate.

For special experience, they have an special Afternoon tea set(£70 or more) with a Japanese twist served with Sake sparkling(or other drinks).

Moto - Japanese Sake Bar, Shop & Eatery

Opening 12pm-12am (Monday closed)

Food £10-15, Drinks £5-15 7 Maiden Ln, London WC2E 7NA

This place offers bento box for lunch before 5pm but transforms into Sake bar in the evening. Staffs are extremely knowledgeable people in sake, who will help you find your favourite sake. They also offer sake sale online. Again, this is not a big sake bar/ restaurant. Highly recommend for date or with your friend!