Archer Street Soho Reviews Summary

Atmosphere & Entertainment

Pros:

• "Probably one of the coolest spots I’ve attended!"
• "So this bar/club is the kinda place u don't want to tell anyone about because it's just so good !!"
• "The live singing was incredible, so much talent these guys have, absolutely phenomenal."
• "Walking in to the elegant and stylish ground floor cocktail lounge you instantly get a feeling of exclusivity - this bar is unique."
• "The recent Queen Tribute night was a perfect example of how to create a perfect atmosphere."
• "Fun place to go for a night out - love the singing waiters/waitresses and the only-semi policed table dancing."
• "Every so often, waitresses in twirly 1950s-style dresses will hop onto the tables at Archer Street and belt out the latest hits."

Cons:

• "Music so unbelievably loud that even at 7.30pm you cannot hear anyone, even when they’re talking into your ear."
• "It was crowded and loud, so it was difficult to move around or hear your own words."
• "The singing waitresses are a bit of welcomed fun, however be prepared to experience bad karaoke!"
• "The entertaining staff were a complete let down. In the three hours we were there they sang 2 quick songs."
• "Also the dj played the worst of wedding music between acts, my nan would have been more at home here."
• "Painful to watch. AVOID."
• "The clientele was much older this time and the vibe as far as I could ascertain from outside the venue was more 50-somethings Cotswolds set."

Service & Staff

Pros:

• "The staff where also very kind and accommodating."
• "We found the door staff to be polite and amenable."
• "The lady servicing the ladies room was also lovely so overall the experience was excellent."
• "From the door staff to the bar staff, they have absolutely nailed their customer service."
• "The staff were all super friendly and talented!"
• "The bartender Conor was just amazing top class service, his cocktails were so good."
• "Had a really nice experience here. Sam who was on the door, gave me a very warm welcome."

Cons:

• "Incredibly difficult to work with to make reservations."
• "Rude aggressive and only interested in your money. Kicked us out from our table with five minutes notice after spending over £300."
• "Overcrowded bar with a blonde manager there that has gone power mad."
• "The manager Micheal Belle is extremely rude. He is not management material."
• "Misogynistic manager who drags women out of the place and homophobic, rude staff."
• "Absolutely unprofessional security staff. The female assistant manager was also a complete nob."
• "Ridiculously expensive drinks. Blonde tattooed chap serving us was rude, pushy and arrogant."

Price & Value

Pros:

• "The drinks are expensive but worth it."
• "Free entry and coat-check make up for the almost extortionate drink prices."
• "It is a bit pricey but in my mind we weren’t paying for merely drinks but the wonderful experience!"
• "The cocktails are fairly tasty."
• "The drinks are expensive, as expected in this neighborhood, but really well prepared!"
• "We’ve been to archers street a few times and have always had a great night. The drinks are expensive but worth it."
• "There is a high standard of customer service, one staff member even remembered my favourite drink from my previous visit!"

Cons:

• "The most expensive bar in London, it seems, with a g&t coming in at £19, and a modest bottle of beer at nearly £7."
• "Cocktails are expensive enough, with added service charge and awkward/ uncomfortable atmosphere."
• "Likewise £6.50 for a small bottle of beer is just too much guys."
• "Drinks are expensive (with a service charge! Even when ordering at the bar!)."
• "For some reason getting a bottle wine from the fridge to the bar warrants a £3.50 extra staffing cost in this place."
• "Ridiculously expensive drinks. Blonde tattooed chap serving us was rude, pushy and arrogant."
• "£12 for a gin and tonic with a 10% service charge just feels like being gouged."

Reservation & Accessibility

Pros:

• "Didn't have a reservation that evening but the doorman kindly let me enter with a friend to have a drink."
• "My sister and I visited London recently and stumbled upon this place, had no booking but the host at the door sorted us out straight away."
• "We didn’t have a reservation but didn’t have to wait long to get in."
• "Bar staff break out and perform mini ad hoc cabaret performances. They are all talented."
• "Booked a bottomless brunch, cancelled our booking without notifying us, and didn’t refund us either."
• "Archer Street is great for date night, drinks with friends, parties... whatever the occasion you should be there!"
• "Before entering Archer Street, the doorman informs you of their compulsory complimentary cloakroom policy which is very handy for freeing yourself of any bags and coats."