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Player (The)
8 Broadwick St, Westminster, London W1F 8, UK
+44 20 7494 9125
#485 of 1229 things to do rated by Real Travelers

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Widely regarded as one of the best cocktail movers and shakers in town, this Bondesque nightspot operates a strict door policy and it really is hard to get in unless you're on the guest list or a member, or have secret-agent like abilities to gain access to places. The Player does however hold sway with some of London's more flashy crowds. Every imaginable cocktailing concoction (and a few unimaginable ones) can be served up with style. Elusive as well as exclusive, the only tangible sign it has is the neon lettering above a heavily-manned purple doorway.

Credit Cards Accepted

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Directions

Piccadilly Circus

Hours

5p-1a M-Sa

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