What to order at Bar Termini

Signature drink
Caffe corretto and Negroni
Editor tip
Walk-up at the counter and bar tables. Tiny room of 20 seats; the espresso bar runs all day, cocktails from 16:00.
CuisineCocktail bar
TypeItalian aperitivo bar
Price£££
Neighborhoodsoho
HoursMon-Thu 17:00-23:00, Fri 17:00-01:00, Sat 12:00-01:00, Sun 12:00-22:30
Signature drinkCaffe corretto and Negroni
Last verified

Food program: Italian snacks

Tip: Walk-up at the counter and bar tables. Tiny room of 20 seats; the espresso bar runs all day, cocktails from 16:00.

Location

Address: 7 Old Compton Street, London W1D 5JE

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