Larry’s is a hidden underground cocktail bar in central London, located within the historic vaults of the National Portrait Gallery on Charing Cross Road. Just moments from Trafalgar Square and Covent Garden, it offers an intimate late-night drinking spot in one of London’s most unique heritage settings. Accessed via a discreet entrance, Larry’s sits beneath the gallery in a space originally built as coal storage in 1896. The bar retains its original exposed brick vaults, creating a warm, atmospheric setting that blends historic architecture with a more refined, contemporary cocktail experience.

Larry’s is best suited for date nights, after-work drinks and late-evening cocktails, particularly for those looking for a hidden bar in central London with a strong sense of character. Its location makes it ideal for pre- or post-theatre drinks, as well as a destination for visitors exploring the West End.

The drinks menu focuses on classic and contemporary cocktails, alongside a selection of wines and spirits, with a food offering of elevated bar snacks designed for sharing. The space is also home to a rotating collection of over 100 portraits celebrating iconic figures from London’s West End, adding a cultural layer that connects directly to its setting within the National Portrait Gallery. What makes Larry’s unique is its combination of history, culture and late-night atmosphere. It offers a rare opportunity to drink within a historic London vault while surrounded by art, making it one of the most distinctive cocktail bars near Trafalgar Square and Covent Garden.