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Traditionally, speakeasies were places for illegal boozing that came to prominence during the Prohibition era in 1920s America. But ever since, they have taken on a mythical status: teacups brimming with gin, suave jazz musicians and a glitzy, retro dress code. Here’s our pick of London’s speakeasy-inspired bars.The trend that started in the East End, as these things tend to do, has now swept across the city, with an ever-growing pool of speakeasy-style bars popping up behind nondescript doors, toilet walls and decoy fridges everywhere. Get ready to experience the prohibition years in suitable style, with our guide to the best of London’s American-inspired illicit drinking dens. What follows is a list of the finest tucked-away, secret, hidden, or otherwise nearly-impossible-to-find bars. Or, if you’re reading this for a second time, what follows is a list of bars that were tucked away, secret, hidden, or otherwise nearly-impossible-to-find …but are now as familiar to you as the ...

London is full of places for you to explore; from restaurants to tourist attractions. When it comes to a good night out, the options are endless! However, we want to let you in on a secret and show you the quirkiest bars in London. Every bar out there is a completely new experience, from crazy themes and beautiful settings there is a quirky bar out there for you.  If you are a science lover, you will fall in love with our first choice. The Alchemist is located only a five-minute walk from Liverpool Street station, it' a bar and restaurant like no other. They create cocktails straight out of the lab and mix them at your table. Not only is this a new, modern and unconventional way to experience cocktails but they also teach you how to do it! With their masterclasses, you can learn the art of mixing these crazy cocktails, yourself. The fun doesn’t stop there, The Alchemist doesn’t just create a great experience for its customers; they also give back to their partners! Every mont...