#16Global
provisional 2026 rating
★★ Currently qualifies as Actually, Very Good in the Kinda Decent Index 2026.
A standout in London, judged against the size of its scene, not just the size of the city. See the full class →
This live rating may change until the incorporated world’s 50 best bars 2026 results and remaining accepted 2026 inputs are locked in a reviewed, committed snapshot and the edition is frozen.
The Connaught Bar in Mayfair combines seasonal creations, vintage cocktails and a house-distilled gin with its signature martini trolley. Guests choose an aromatic bitters variation as their martini is prepared. The bar also serves canapés, wines and spirits. It operates without reservations, with published hours of 4pm–1am Monday–Saturday.
Description source · Checked 2026-09-09
Plan Your Visit
The Connaught, 16 Carlos Pl, London W1K 2AL, United KingdomMayfair
- Style
- Hotel cocktail bar & martini trolleyChecked 2026-09-09 · Source
- Hours
- Monday–Saturday 16:00–01:00; the owner does not list Sunday service.Checked 2026-09-27 · Source
- Booking
- The Connaught Bar operates without reservations.Checked 2026-09-27 · Source
- Prices
- The owner-linked June 2026 bar menu lists the Connaught Martini at £30, Bloody Mary at £25 and Number 11 at £29.Checked 2026-09-27 · Source
- Menu
- The owner currently links a June 2026 main bar menu and a separate July 2026 Of The Moment menu.Checked 2026-09-27 · Source
Hours and menus can change. Check the venue’s latest details before visiting.
The score & its evidence
Seven signals. One score.
65.4 / 100
The composite combines the seven weighted signals and the published adjustments. The chart shows each signal before weighting.
Read the full calculation- Guest ratings
- 76.7
- World's 50 Best
- 93.0
- Top 500 Bars
- 80.2
- Spirited Awards
- —None found · Checked; no qualifying signal found; contributes zero
- Regional Recognition
- 96.1
- Serious press
- 16.6
- Social Vibes
- 64.4
Weights: Guest ratings 23% · World's 50 Best 12% · Top 500 Bars 10% · Spirited 12% · Regional Recognition 18% · Press 10% · Social Vibes 15%
Missing evidence, confirmed none and evidence outside a scoring window each contribute zero. We do not redistribute their fixed weight to other signals.
Social Vibes
Score read updated:
Sentiment score
92/ 100
Score context
Widely regarded as one of the world's finest hotel bars; guests praise the legendary Martini trolley service, impeccable classic cocktails, elegant David Collins design, attentive refined service and overall polished experience. Queues and price are the main notes.
Guest score details
What guests like
- legendary Martini trolley and classics
- impeccable refined service
- elegant luxurious atmosphere
- attention to detail
- consistent excellence
What to know
- queues / wait times
- premium pricing
Review & discussion links
Other cited sources
Crowd signal
Google 4.6★ across 1,310 reviews.
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Awards
Results from the three global systems scored separately in our formula.
Regional Recognition
Regional and national lists, local awards and bartender peer picks considered for this room's Regional Recognition score. The strongest result from each program and year scores; assessed guides use the latest accepted dated status once.