London bar Side Hustle wins Best International Hotel Bar for 2025
Side Hustle at the NoMad Hotel London has recently taken centre stage, winning Best International Hotel Bar for 2025 and giving city nightlife a new benchmark. The Covent Garden London bar has built a devoted following thanks to its blend of Latin American flavours, an easygoing yet refined ambience and a cocktail selection that feels at once curated and adventurous. Locals and travellers alike now find themselves pulled off the London streets and into a space that channels the buzz of modern hospitality without losing its charm.
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A must-visit in London
The venue’s recent accolade, awarded at the respected Spirited Awards in New Orleans, signals its arrival on the world map of must-visit bars. Judged by a panel of 250 industry experts, the body recognised Side Hustle for its commitment to authenticity and creative edge, especially its focus on agave spirits. Housed in a Grade II-listed former police station, this London bar’s interiors are richly layered—think polished wood panelling, lush green seats and evocative street photography—making it the kind of place you want to sink into and stay a while.
Classics with Latin American flair
What keeps people coming back is the feeling that every detail matters. The bar’s carefully composed drinks mirror the menu’s globe-trotting sensibility, steering clear of obvious choices in favour of flavour combinations that surprise and delight. Rather than slavishly following trends, Side Hustle manages to put a spin on classics without losing sight of craftsmanship—whether it’s the Ron Ponche’s punchy warmth or the subtle intrigue of the Sergeant Pepper.
Amid the city’s rush, this London bar offers a pocket of style and convivial energy that feels uplifting but never pretentious. The service is brisk and personable, the energy infectious and there’s an understated glamour that invites long conversations and new discoveries. For anyone who values a social scene with substance, Side Hustle is one to watch.