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City Arts Bar

City Arts Bar

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4.5 85 Google reviews£20–60

+44 203 835 85 0017-20 Ironmonger Ln, London, EC2V 8EP

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17-20 Ironmonger Ln, London, EC2V 8EP

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About

City Arts is an independent cocktail bar in central London. We are open to the public Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 4pm until late. As an independent venue we cater to all manner of parties, events and private dining through to film screenings and launch parties. The venue can cater for larger private and corporate parties up to 220 people. Our venue benefits from a full wine cellar including vintage Champagnes as well two fully stocked cocktail bars and specialty spirits. Exclusive Central London Venue available for private hire. Bespoke Mid Century cocktail bar and venue with late license. Private Venue Capacity 220 Private Dining Room Screening Room Multiple Bars Outdoor Terrace Mini Stage with Yamaha Grand Piano DJ & PA System

Amenities

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great cocktails
  • Live music
  • Live performances

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Hard liquor
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Seating

Amenities

  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Trendy

Hours

Wednesday
5 PM to 2 AM
Thursday
5 PM to 2 AM
Friday
Closed
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
5 PM to 2 AM

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