The Drawing Room
South Bank, London
Bar in London, United Kingdom
Book with PearlWhy go
Book The Drawing Room for a polished London date, afternoon tea, champagne, or an early 2026 jazz evening rather than a cocktail-led night out. The $$$$ price tier is easiest to justify for a milestone or anniversary, especially if the Whitehall setting and British drawing-room formality are part of the reason for going.
About The Drawing Room
The public details for The Drawing Room are limited, so the safest way to assess it is by the basics that are confirmed: it is in London, it sits in the $$$$ price tier, it has a smart casual dress code, it opens only three days a week. Current hours are Thursday, Friday, Saturday from 1–11 PM; Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Sunday are closed.
That combination points to a planned, higher-budget visit rather than an improvised everyday stop. Treat The Drawing Room as a London venue where the confirmed decision points are price, timing, dress code.
A smart-casual London visit with limited confirmed details
The strongest grounded reason to plan ahead is the narrow opening pattern. With opening hours only from Thursday to Saturday, 1–11 PM, The Drawing Room will not work for a Sunday-to-Wednesday itinerary. If it fits your schedule, the $$$$ pricing suggests it is best considered for a more deliberate outing than a casual drop-in.
Smart casual dress is confirmed, so guests should avoid treating it like an ultra-casual stop.
The practical hook is simple: choose The Drawing Room if you want a London option with confirmed Thursday-to-Saturday hours and are comfortable with a premium price tier. If you need a specific cuisine, dish, cocktail focus, dietary accommodation, or service format, confirm those details first rather than assuming they are offered.
Book for the confirmed basics, verify the rest directly
For readers mapping a wider London trip, use this page as a grounded snapshot of The Drawing Room’s confirmed basics, then compare it with other London options by need and schedule. Wider city coverage can help with that split: see Our full London bars guide, Our full London restaurants guide, Our full London hotels guide, Our full London experiences guide, Our full London wineries guide. If the night needs a different shape, browse other London options generically rather than assuming The Drawing Room has a specific format beyond the details above.
Planning details
- Location
- 0 Belvedere Rd, London SE1 8XT, United Kingdom
- Phone
- +44 20 7401 9000
Venue details
Ambiance
Elegant and refined, with a historic British drawing-room feel, contemporary furnishings, wood panelling, and a relaxed evening atmosphere enhanced by live jazz and piano music.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
View
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Lounge
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
- Music
- Jazz
- Live Music
- Yes
Signature Pours
- Martini
- Old Fashioned
Planning details
Location
0 Belvedere Rd, London SE1 8XT, United Kingdom · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Thames Foyer, Notable alternative
- American Bar, Notable alternative
- Beaufort Bar, Notable alternative
- Dandelyan, Notable alternative
- 12th Knot, Notable alternative
Bar context
How it compares with nearby London bar options
The Drawing Room is the pragmatic pick when the South Bank location is the deciding factor. Thames Foyer is the stronger choice if the brief is a more formal hotel-lounge occasion, while American Bar is better for readers who want a classic London bar name with more recognition attached.
For ambiance, Beaufort Bar is the better cross-shop when the evening calls for a more dramatic room. Dandelyan is the stronger comparison for cocktail-focused drinkers, while 12th Knot makes more sense when views and a higher-energy setting matter more than quiet conversation.
Book The Drawing Room when convenience, ease, a two-person conversation are the priorities. Cross-shop Thames Foyer or Beaufort Bar for a more occasion-led hotel bar, American Bar for heritage, 12th Knot if the night needs a livelier South Bank feel.
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Compare The Drawing Room
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| The Drawing Room | London | No published awards |
| Thames Foyer | London | No published awards |
| American Bar | London | Top 500 Bars 2026 · #1282020 World's 50 Best Bars · #202019 World's 50 Best Bars · #52018 World's 50 Best Bars · #22017 World's 50 Best Bars · #12016 World's 50 Best Bars · #22015 World's 50 Best Bars · #52014 World's 50 Best Bars · #82013 World's 50 Best Bars · #20 |
| Beaufort Bar | London | Top 500 Bars 2026 · #3162015 World's 50 Best Bars · #272012 World's 50 Best Bars · #37 |
| Dandelyan | London | No published awards |
| 12th Knot | London | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time to go to The Drawing Room?
The opening days are Thursday, Friday, Saturday from 1–11 PM. The Drawing Room in London is closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Sunday, so plan within that three-day window.
Do I need a reservation at The Drawing Room?
Because The Drawing Room is a $$$$ London venue with limited weekly hours, check directly with the venue before you go.
Is The Drawing Room good for groups?
The confirmed details are that The Drawing Room is in London, is priced at $$$$, has a smart casual dress code, opens Thursday to Saturday from 1–11 PM.
Is The Drawing Room good for a date?
It may suit a planned London outing if the schedule and $$$$ price tier fit what you want.
