Coburg Bar

You descend into the Connaught's basement and suddenly you're in another era—all dark wood, leather banquettes and the kind of lighting that makes everyone look like they've got their life sorted. The bartenders here aren't doing Instagram tricks; they're methodical, precise, building drinks that taste like they cost £20 because they probably do. It's the sort of place where someone's actually thought about every detail, from the ice to the glassware to what you're eating alongside your cocktail. Perfect if you want to feel proper without anyone making a fuss about it.