The Winemakers Club
Smithfield, London
Bar in London, United Kingdom
Book with PearlWhy go
The Winemakers Club is worth choosing for a wine-first London group that wants conversation and bottle-list credibility over a big cocktail-room moment. Star Wine List recognition in 2026 is the key trust signal; book it for small-to-medium groups, look elsewhere if the night needs a hotel-bar setting or a food-led plan.
About The Winemakers Club
The Winemakers Club is a London venue with a casual dress code and Star Wine List recognition in 2026. It is a London option with recognized wine-list credentials and evening hours through most of the week.
Its opening hours are 11 AM to 11 PM Monday through Friday, 5 PM to 11 PM on Saturday, closed on Sunday. That makes it easier to place in a London evening plan on weekdays or Saturday, while Sunday should be avoided for visits.
Book it with the basics in mind
For groups considering The Winemakers Club, the clearest planning signals are its London location, casual dress code, Star Wine List 2026 recognition. Beyond that, specific details about seating, booking style, food, prices, or service format are not available, so avoid building a plan around assumptions.
If the group needs a different kind of London setting, Zetter Townhouse or Mirror Room may be worth comparing. If the group wants another London option, compare Sosharu or 155 Bar & Kitchen before committing. For broader planning, use Our full London bars guide; for dinner before or after, Our full London restaurants guide is the better planning tool.
Where it sits in a London plan
The Winemakers Club is a casual London venue with Star Wine List 2026 recognition and regular weekday evening hours. A menu format, price level, specific drinks range, seating style, or reservation policy are not available.
If the plan is broader than one stop, build around needs rather than assumptions: Our full London hotels guide can help with stay planning, while the broader London guides can support restaurant or bar planning. For other London comparisons, consider The Eagle, Zetter Townhouse, Mirror Room, Sosharu, or 155 Bar & Kitchen.
Planning details
- Location
- 41a Farringdon St, London EC4A 4AN, United Kingdom
- Reservations
- Book on SevenRooms
- Website
- thewinemakersclub.co.uk
- Phone
- +44 20 7236 2936
The take
The Take
The Vibe
The Winemakers Club settles intentionally below street level, trading the bustle of Farringdon for a quieter, more focused atmosphere. The descent to the bar signals a change of pace: it attracts people who want to talk about the wine rather than simply drink it. The space feels curated rather than theatrical, with an emphasis on provenance and low-intervention producers that reinforces a thoughtful, sophisticated mood. Expect a relaxed, conversational evening where the program—producer-direct sourcing and an editorially assembled cellar—does much of the talking for the room.
Best For
This is a destination for anyone who values wine provenance and low-intervention farming as much as the pours themselves. Its location—close enough to the City for after-work trade but offset from the corporate rush—makes it well suited to colleagues unwinding after work and pairs or small groups who want to linger over bottles and conversation. The bar’s importer roots mean the list rewards curious drinkers: people who want to trace bottles back to growers and farming decisions will find the experience especially satisfying.
Ordering Tips
Ask staff about the provenance of bottles and the farming approaches behind them: the bar’s list is built from importer relationships and often traces wines to specific growers. Mention interest in sustainability or low-intervention viticulture and request recommendations tied to those practices—the description cites producers such as Sesti in Montalcino as examples of the sourcing rationale. Visit during the after-work window if you want the City crowd who come to talk about their wine; otherwise request guidance from the team to navigate the curated, producer-led list.
Venue details
Ambiance
Moody, candlelit cellar-like atmosphere with exposed brick, intimate and relaxed vibe reminiscent of a wine cave; described as having sex appeal with a slightly mysterious, film-noir quality.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Wine Bar
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
- Music
- Ambient Background
Signature Pours
- Chianti Classico
- honey wine
Planning details
Location
41a Farringdon St, London EC4A 4AN, United Kingdom · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
If this is not the right fit
Try Zetter Townhouse if the group wants a more styled London bar setting, or Sosharu if food needs to carry the evening. For a lower-pressure casual plan, The Eagle is the better cross-shop.
Bar context
How it compares in London
The Winemakers Club is the better pick when the group's priority is wine and conversation rather than a designed hotel-bar experience. Zetter Townhouse and Mirror Room make more sense for a polished room or date-night atmosphere, while this is the cleaner choice for people who want the list to drive the evening.
Against Sosharu and 155 Bar & Kitchen, the decision comes down to format. Choose those if food is central to the plan; choose The Winemakers Club if the group wants a drinks-first night with more flexibility. The Eagle is the easier casual alternative if the group is less wine-focused and wants a looser pub-style plan.
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Compare The Winemakers Club
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| The Winemakers Club | London | Star Wine Lists 2026 |
| Sosharu | London | No published awards |
| Zetter Townhouse | London | 2013 World's 50 Best Bars · #342012 World's 50 Best Bars · #15 |
| 155 Bar & Kitchen | London | No published awards |
| The Eagle | London | No published awards |
| Mirror Room | London | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation at The Winemakers Club?
Reservation requirements are not available. For planning, note that The Winemakers Club is in London, has a casual dress code, has Star Wine List recognition in 2026.
Is The Winemakers Club open late?
Yes. Its hours are 11 AM to 11 PM Monday through Friday, 5 PM to 11 PM on Saturday, closed on Sunday.
What's the crowd like at The Winemakers Club?
The crowd and atmosphere are not available. Key planning details are that The Winemakers Club is in London, has a casual dress code, has Star Wine List recognition in 2026.
What is The Winemakers Club known for?
Its recognition is Star Wine List 2026. Other specific claims about menu, service style, pricing, or atmosphere are not available.
