Archive & Myth

You descend into Archive & Myth feeling like you've found something proper secret—because you have. This subterranean cocktail bar sits tucked beneath the Hippodrome, dressed in dark wood, vintage ephemera, and an impressive collection of spirits that'll make any serious drinker sit up. The space has real character: it's the kind of place where the bartenders know their business and aren't trying too hard about it. Drinks are considered and well-executed, whether you're ordering a classic or letting them freestyle. It's become the kind of spot Leicester Square locals actually choose to drink at, rather than tourist-trap central.