Happiness Forgets

Down a short flight of stairs in Hoxton Square, this is the kind of cocktail bar people return to for its ease as much as its skill. The room is small, intimate, and a little rough around the edges, which gives it far more character than polish ever could. Drinks are the real draw, with a menu built on modern classics and a team that knows exactly when to guide and when to keep things simple. Service is warm, confident, and never overbearing. If you want serious cocktails in a room that still feels relaxed and human, this is one of London’s best places to settle in for the evening.