Nine Lives

I've been to this bar twice now, and there's simply no spot quite like it in the area. It's imitate and yet lively and the drinks menu is to die for. 

However, every time I go here I end up in an argument with a member of staff. We were wrongly charged for table service and yet this is still our fault, I have been shouted at by the guy on the door and told distinctly that he doesn't care what I have to say, it seem that while some of the staff are there to work, others don't want customers at all.

On to a more positive note. The bar itself has the potential to really take off. The bar staff do cocktails with a twist, all beautifully presented, half the fun is watching them create them. The decor is very neat and comfortable meaning you can truly relax when you visit and the team will happily help arrange larger parties. 

I want to like this bar more but poor customer service really isn't acceptable.

As soon as I stepped into Nine Lives, I knew it definitely had the atmosphere down pat - perfect for a girls night out or an intimate drinks date. The establishment is tucked away from the main hustle and bustle of London Bridge and the interior pays homage to a more tropical and colonial time of palm fronds and rustic timber finishing. My Moby Dick (whisky, coconut, salted caramel) cocktail was not as sweet as the description suggests and had a more subtle coconut flavour to it; while the Thompson! cocktail (rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, lemon, maple, orange) was citrusy and boozy. Don’t forget to ask questions as sometimes it’s hard to know what the ingredient combination tastes like and the staff here are more than happy to help. They do have a small selection of pizza for those who get peckish, and a few beers available for those adverse to liquor…(?!)

Tip: they have events on Saturday nights so be sure to check their website and they also take bookings.

Good For: date night, intimate drinks, large groups, catch up with friends, events and celebrations, work drinks.

Such a hidden gem! I work practically opposite this bar and had no idea it was there. The decoration is very trendy and mix between industrial and Japanese - great for all the hipsters out there.

The drinks were reasonably priced, £6 wine and under £10 cocktails which is why the crowds are drawn to this place. It wasn't rammed on a Thursday night but had a good amount of people to make sure you could get a drink and to make a good vibe.

Perfect for after work drinks, date night or girly catch up. I will definitely be back.

Amazing new addition to the Bermodsey area. Just off the high street, tucked away on one of the side streets, this bar has it all. The decor is classy, the cocktails are delicious and the pizza is yummy. This is a central London spot where you should take your visitor friends to show off. We'll definitely be back!