Simmons Bar | Soho

You'll find yourself descending into Bateman Street's basement bars, but Simmons stands apart—there's real craft happening behind that counter, not just Instagram bait. The space has that convivial Soho energy: tight quarters packed with people who genuinely want a good drink, conversations bouncing off exposed brick, and bartenders who'll remember your order. It's the kind of place where you can order something classic and trust it'll be made properly, or chat through what you're actually in the mood for and get a solid recommendation. No pretension, no silly price markups—just proper cocktails at fair prices for the area.