What to order at The American Bar at The Savoy

Signature drink
White Lady (or any 1920s recipe from the Savoy Cocktail Book)
Editor tip
Walk-up only between 11:30 and 19:00; book a week ahead for evenings. The Beaufort Bar across the lobby has the more modern programme.

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CuisineCocktail bar
TypeHotel cocktail bar
Price£££
NeighborhoodCovent Garden
HoursMon-Sat 12:00-00:00, Sun 12:00-22:00
Signature drinkWhite Lady (or any 1920s recipe from the Savoy Cocktail Book)
Last verified

Food program: Hotel snacks

Location

Address: Strand, London WC2R 0EZ

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