The Donovan Bar, located in the heart of London at 33 Albemarle St, is an elegant and sophisticated hotel bar known for its wood-panelled interior and extensive collection of photographs. With a focus on providing a sophisticated atmosphere, The Donovan Bar is the perfect place to enjoy expertly-crafted cocktails and delectable snacks. Whether you choose to dine-in, takeaway, or have your order delivered, The Donovan Bar is committed to providing exceptional service and a memorable experience. As part of Brown's Hotel, The Donovan Bar embodies a timeless charm that is reflected in both its ambiance and menu offerings. From classic Martinis to creative concoctions, the bar offers a range of drinks to suit any palate. The Donovan Bar truly sets itself apart with its commitment to excellence and is a must-visit destination for cocktail enthusiasts in London.
Amenities and More
- Service options
- Dine-in
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Wine
- Cocktails
- Food
- Hard liquor
- Food at bar
- Atmosphere
- Cosy
- Upmarket
- Planning
- Accepts reservations
- Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Dining options
- Seating
- Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restroom
- Highlights
- Live performances
- Great cocktails
Reviews
Great drinks, an elegant atmosphere, and professional waiters.
The Donovan is home to the world's oldest and most expensive drink, which packs over 700 years into a glass, including cognac from 1788, setting you back £5500.
That’s a bit too expensive for my wallet, but I enjoyed a few good cocktails and also got the truffle toast with onion soup. The cocktails were great, and the meal was pretty good. I also love that they provided complimentary quality cheese and olives as snacks for the table. The staff were professional, but a bit too serious/stiff.
You can expect the prices for the «regular» drinks to be in the ~£25 price range.
Winston Churchill was a regular in this place, and it felt natural to try «The Winston», which was listed on the menu on the website. Unfortunately, the menu on their website was not updated, and they had stopped offering that drink. That was a bit disappointing, but I got recommended a similar drink called «Big small». The drink was excellent!
This is the oldest hotel bar in London and a very stylish location for groups or couples. With food and drinks available to order and featuring iconic images on the walls. I visited for a special launch party with live music and guest appearances.
Fantastic cocktails. Great staff. Drinks are served with parmesan cheese bites and olives. Fancy. Intimate. Cosy. Loved it.
Visited on a Friday night after dinner near by. Was looking for a quiet intimate bar with good cocktails so after looking through the pictures I thought this was a good place. It is situated in a hotel and the door man was very welcoming. The bar itself is quite beautiful and the cocktail menu has a great selection of drinks. Would defo recommend and will be back. Drinks were on the pricey side but it is what you would expect for the area so no complaints.
We went to the Donovan last night to have a drink for my girlfriend's birthday. While the atmosphere was great, the level of service was not at all what you would expect in an upscale establishment. …
What a silly place! Change in staff through the evening meant change in attitude and unbelievable stupidity! If you can’t produce a cup of tea in a hotel, there’s no help for you!! There were Middle Eastern ladies at a table next to us and …
I’ve been on November…Incredible place, very satisfied about the atmosphere and the cocktails. It is a place that you can relax, enjoy nice music, drink tasteful cocktails and have a nice conversation…
Dropped in for an hour or two on Saturday night. Pleasant experience overall. We were quite excited by the reputation and history of the place but we felt like the cocktails were a bit of a mixed bag. Absolutely loved "Deep Blue" though and the service was on point.
Great drinks, an elegant atmosphere, and professional waiters.
The Donovan is home to the world's oldest and most expensive drink, which packs over 700 years into a glass, including cognac from 1788, setting you back £5500.
That’s a bit too expensive for my wallet, but I enjoyed a few good cocktails and also got the truffle toast with onion soup. The cocktails were great, and the meal was pretty good. I also love that they provided complimentary quality cheese and olives as snacks for the table. The staff were professional, but a bit too serious/stiff.
You can expect the prices for the «regular» drinks to be in the ~£25 price range.
Winston Churchill was a regular in this place, and it felt natural to try «The Winston», which was listed on the menu on the website. Unfortunately, the menu on their website was not updated, and they had stopped offering that drink. That was a bit disappointing, but I got recommended a similar drink called «Big small». The drink was excellent!
This is the oldest hotel bar in London and a very stylish location for groups or couples. With food and drinks available to order and featuring iconic images on the walls. I visited for a special launch party with live music and guest appearances.
Location
Hours
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Monday
12:00 PM - 12:00 AM
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Tuesday
12:00 PM - 12:00 AM
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Wednesday
12:00 PM - 01:00 AM
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Thursday
12:00 PM - 12:00 AM
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Friday
12:00 PM - 01:00 AM
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Saturday
12:00 PM - 01:00 AM
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Sunday
12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
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