Murder Inc.
Fitzrovia, London
Bar in London, United Kingdom
Book with PearlWhy go
Murder Inc. is a practical pick for central London cocktail plans when the brief is lively, late, easy to arrange. Its Pinnacle Guide 2 Pins recognition gives it a stronger quality signal than a random West End bar, though it is better for dates and small-group drinks than quiet special occasions.
About Murder Inc.
For a London outing, Murder Inc. is easy to place: it is open from 5 PM to 12 AM Monday to Thursday, from 5 PM to 2 AM on Friday and Saturday, closed on Sunday. The dress code is casual, the venue has Pinnacle Guide 2 Pins recognition for 2026.
The fit is clearest for plans that need an evening or late-night London option rather than a venue with a highly specified format. If the occasion depends on a particular setting, service style, menu, price point, or seating arrangement, check those details directly before making it the centre of the night.
Choose it for London evening hours
The most useful planning detail is the schedule. Murder Inc. opens at 5 PM on every operating day, runs until midnight from Monday to Thursday, stays open until 2 AM on Friday and Saturday. It is closed on Sunday, so weekend plans need to account for that.
Shortlist it when the hours, casual dress code, London location, 2026 Pinnacle Guide 2 Pins recognition match the occasion. For price range, menu format, seating setup, or booking difficulty, check current details with the venue.
Readers building a wider night can use our London guide for alternatives, or browse adjacent categories through our London restaurants guide, our London hotels guide, our London wineries guide, our London experiences guide. Other comparison options include 68 and Boston, Dram Bar, Honesty Bar, The Coral Room, The Royal Cocktail Exchange.
Who should choose it, who should check key details first
Choose it if the group wants a London venue with casual dress, evening hours, late Friday and Saturday opening, 2026 Pinnacle Guide 2 Pins recognition. For plans that turn on price, food, seating, outdoor space, or a particular service format, check those details before committing.
Do not make the decision on value alone. Instead, judge it on the essentials: Murder Inc. is in London, operates in the evening, stays open later on Friday and Saturday, is closed on Sunday, has a casual dress code.
For this specific night, the recommendation is narrow and useful: choose Murder Inc. when its London location, casual dress code, opening hours fit the plan. If privacy, ceremony, or a detailed dining-style experience is essential, compare it with another London option and check the details that matter most before committing.
Planning details
- Location
- 36 Hanway St, London W1T 1UP, United Kingdom
- Website
- murderinclondon.com
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Murder Inc. presents as a true Central London dive: a basement room hit by red neon, unpolished and accumulative in its details rather than styled to a trend. It sits on Hanway Street’s countercultural spine, quietly resisting the city’s shift toward laboratory cocktails and mood-lit botanical concepts. The atmosphere reads as the product of years of regulars and small, meaningful additions to the space — gritty, intimate and unstaged. The result is a low-key, characterful bar that feels like a local haunt tucked beneath a busy stretch of Oxford Street and Tottenham Court Road.
Best For
This is a spot for people who want an unpretentious, late-night drink in a small, local setting. The basement dive appeals to neighbourhood regulars and visitors who prize atmosphere over formality: those seeking a relaxed, conversation-forward evening rather than a cocktail tasting or destination night out. Because the bar is tucked down a pedestrianised alley and leans into its counterculture roots, it’s particularly well suited to casual hangouts, low-key date nights and anyone exploring Fitzrovia’s less obvious drinking spots.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy and intimate with red neon lighting, exposed bricks, and a welcoming speakeasy atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
Accessibility
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Speakeasy
- Late Night
- Open Until 2am
- Music
- Eclectic
Signature Pours
- Sweet Nothing
- Hench 75
- Blockbuster
Planning details
Location
36 Hanway St, London W1T 1UP, United Kingdom · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- 68 and Boston, Notable alternative
- The Coral Room, Notable alternative
- Dram Bar, Notable alternative
- Honesty Bar, Notable alternative
- The Royal Cocktail Exchange, Notable alternative
Bar context
How it compares in London
68 and Boston and Dram Bar are the closest comparison points for readers choosing by cocktail-bar energy rather than hotel polish. Murder Inc. is the better call when the plan needs a central, easy-to-arrange stop with a recognised quality signal. Choose 68 and Boston or Dram Bar instead if their specific location works better for the rest of the night.
The Coral Room and Honesty Bar are safer cross-shops for a more composed occasion. If the drink is attached to a date, birthday, or client catch-up where comfort and conversation matter more than late-night movement, those are the more conservative choices. Murder Inc. is stronger for a social West End plan where atmosphere is part of the value.
The Royal Cocktail Exchange is the one to compare if the group wants another cocktail-led option rather than a hotel-bar feel. With no listed price across this, value is less about spend and more about risk: Murder Inc. has the 2026 Pinnacle Guide 2 Pins signal and easy booking difficulty, which makes it the lowest-friction recommendation when availability and central London convenience matter.
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Compare Murder Inc.
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Murder Inc. | London | Top 50 Cocktail Bars UK 2026 · #212026 Pinnacle Guide |
| 68 and Boston | London | No published awards |
| The Coral Room | London | No published awards |
| Dram Bar | London | No published awards |
| Honesty Bar | London | No published awards |
| The Royal Cocktail Exchange | London | No published awards |
How Murder Inc. London compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time to go to Murder Inc.?
Murder Inc. opens at 5 PM Monday to Saturday. It closes at 12 AM Monday to Thursday and at 2 AM on Friday and Saturday, so later visits are possible at the end of the week. It is closed on Sunday.
Does Murder Inc. have happy hour deals?
For happy hour deals, check directly with Murder Inc. Base the plan on its London location, casual dress code, 2026 Pinnacle Guide 2 Pins recognition, evening opening hours.
Does Murder Inc. have outdoor seating?
Is Murder Inc. open late?
Yes. Murder Inc. stays open until 12 AM Monday to Thursday and until 2 AM on Friday and Saturday. It is closed on Sunday.
