What to order at The Zetter Townhouse Bar

Signature drink
Flintlock cocktail (gin, tincture of gunpowder tea)
Editor tip
Walk-up at counter; book a side table a week ahead. The Marylebone Zetter sibling on Seymour Street has the same kitchen.
CuisineCocktail bar
TypeHotel cocktail bar
Price£££
NeighborhoodClerkenwell
HoursMon-Wed 07:00-00:00, Thu-Sat 07:00-01:00, Sun 07:00-00:00
Signature drinkFlintlock cocktail (gin, tincture of gunpowder tea)
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Address: 49-50 St John's Square, London EC1V 4JJ

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