London: The Chocolate Cocktail Club

Chocolate belongs in a cocktail glass. London’s Chocolate Cocktail Club turns that sweet idea into a playful bar visit, with more than 20 chocolate cocktails, edible chocolate shots, light bites, and regular drinks for anyone who prefers something less sugary. I like the creative menu and the included Chocotini on arrival. My main caution is price: Sergio Martinez felt the direct rate was cheaper than the €13 activity price he paid online.

I also like the small-group limit of 10, which should make the visit feel more personal than a packed bar stop. The friendly staff earned high praise from Chris, while two separate bookings wished they could choose their first cocktail instead of receiving a set Chocotini.

Key points to know before you go

• More than 20 chocolate cocktails: Choices include mint, salt caramel, and a new Toblerone creation.
• A Chocotini comes with every ticket: Your first drink is selected for you, so do not expect to choose it.
• The bar is for adults only: You must be 18 or older and bring a passport or ID card.
• Non-chocolate choices are available: You can order beer, wine, prosecco, coffee, hot chocolate, mocktails, and standard cocktails.
• Opening times vary by day: Tuesday and Friday begin in the afternoon, while Wednesday and Thursday run into the evening.
• Saturday is not available: Plan this as a weekday stop, not a weekend night out.

What the Chocolate Cocktail Club actually offers

This is less a formal tour than a themed bar experience. You meet at the Chocolate Cocktail Club, settle in, and receive a Chocotini cocktail as part of your ticket. After that, you can explore a menu built around chocolate drinks and add other food or beverages at your own cost.

The idea is simple, but it works because the theme is clear from the first sip. Chocolate is not just a garnish here. It shapes the cocktail names, flavors, shots, desserts, and overall mood of the place.

I would think of the experience as a short, social London activity rather than a full-day attraction. The booking is marked as valid for one day because you choose from available starting times, but the useful schedule is a set of afternoon and evening time windows. Check the exact start time before paying, especially if you are fitting this around a museum, theater booking, or dinner.

Starting with the included Chocotini

Your ticket includes one Chocotini on arrival. This gives the visit an easy beginning: you do not need to study the full menu before having your first drink.

There is one important catch. You cannot choose that first cocktail, even if another drink costs about the same. Thamirys enjoyed the cocktails but wished the first choice had been hers. A Dutch booking made the same point, so this is not a minor one-off concern.

If you are happy to let the bar choose your opening drink, the fixed Chocotini keeps things quick and simple. If you have strong preferences about sweetness, spirits, or flavors, treat the included drink as a sample rather than the main reason to book.

This arrangement also affects the value. The ticket gives you a definite drink, but it does not give you credit toward any cocktail you want. If you are paying for a particular flavor, check the terms before booking or contact the venue directly.

Exploring more than 20 chocolate cocktails

The main appeal is the menu of more than 20 chocolate cocktails. The listed flavors include mint, salt caramel, and Toblerone, along with other chocolate-based creations.

Mint should suit you if you like a cool, after-dinner style of drink. Salt caramel points toward a sweeter, richer profile. The Toblerone cocktail is the novelty pick, especially if you want something that feels tied to a familiar chocolate bar rather than a standard cocktail menu.

The menu’s size gives you room to choose a drink that fits your taste, but it also creates a practical limit: chocolate cocktails can become heavy after one or two. I would plan to share ideas with your group rather than ordering blindly. A small group of up to 10 makes that easier, since you can compare selections without being part of a huge crowd.

The strongest praise focuses on the drinks themselves. Thamirys described them as delicious, and Chris called both the cocktails and the venue fantastic. That suggests the menu is not only a visual gimmick. Still, sweetness is personal. If you prefer dry wine, bitter aperitifs, or crisp beer, you may enjoy the visit more as a social stop than as a serious cocktail tasting.

Edible chocolate shots and sweet extras

Do not skip the edible chocolate shots if you enjoy novelty drinks. They add a small, memorable touch and fit the theme better than an ordinary shot glass would.

The bar also has light bites and desserts. The supplied information does not give individual dishes, portion sizes, or prices, so I would not plan a full meal here without checking the current menu. Think of the food as something to pair with drinks or use when you need a little balance between sweet cocktails.

This is useful for birthdays, hen parties, and anniversaries. The venue specifically welcomes those occasions, and the chocolate theme gives a group something easy to talk about. You can make the stop as simple as one included cocktail or turn it into a longer evening with extra drinks and dessert.

Remember that additional drinks are not included. The advertised ticket price covers the arrival Chocotini, while cocktails, food, and other orders cost extra.

If chocolate is not your thing

The bar has sensibly planned for the person who was invited by chocolate fans but does not actually like chocolate. You can order bottled beer, wine, prosecco, hot chocolate, coffee, mocktails, and other drinks.

That range matters for groups with mixed tastes. One person can try the Toblerone cocktail while another sticks with prosecco or coffee. A person avoiding alcohol can choose a mocktail, but the available mocktail choices and prices are not specified.

The non-chocolate menu also makes the venue more practical for celebrations. You are not forcing every member of a birthday group or hen party into the same flavor profile. Even so, chocolate remains the point of the place, so someone who dislikes sweet themes may find the setting less appealing.

Choosing the right time slot

The available times are tightly tied to the day:

• Tuesday: 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
• Wednesday: 4:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
• Thursday: 4:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
• Friday: 1:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
• Saturday: not available

This schedule gives you two different ways to use the experience. A Tuesday or Friday afternoon visit can work as a break during a day in London. Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday evening is better if you want the cocktail to lead into dinner or a night out.

There is no Saturday availability, which is the largest scheduling drawback. If you are in London for a Friday-to-Sunday weekend, you may need to move the experience to Friday afternoon or evening. Check availability before building your plans around it.

The small-group limit is 10 participants. That is a useful middle ground: more social than a private tasting for two, but less unwieldy than a large organized group. The information does not promise a private room or exclusive booking, so do not assume the whole venue will be reserved for your party.

Is the $14 ticket good value?

At about $14 per person, the ticket is not a major London expense, but its value depends on what you want included. You receive a Chocotini on arrival and access to the themed cocktail setting. You do not receive hotel pickup, transport, food, or extra drinks.

I think the price works if you want a guaranteed themed stop and would otherwise visit the bar for a cocktail. It is less attractive if you mainly want to choose your own first drink or if you plan to have only one low-cost beverage.

Price comparison deserves attention. Sergio Martinez, booking from Spain, said the activity was €13 online but cheaper when purchased at the venue, leaving him feeling misled. That does not establish the current walk-in price, and rates can change, but it is a useful warning. Before booking, compare the online total with the venue’s direct price and confirm what the ticket includes.

The reservation option can still be useful if you value flexibility. You can reserve now and pay later, and cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the scheduled time. Those policies reduce the risk of committing too early, but they do not solve the question of whether the online ticket is the best price.

Who will enjoy this London bar stop?

I would recommend it most strongly for adults who like sweet drinks, themed venues, and a little theatrical fun in their evening. It suits birthdays, hen parties, anniversaries, and small friend groups particularly well.

It also works for a couple looking for something less ordinary than a standard cocktail bar. The Toblerone, mint, salt caramel, and edible shot options give you plenty to discuss, even if you order different drinks.

I would be more cautious if you want a serious cocktail education, a full meal, or a quiet wine bar. No guided tasting, cocktail lesson, meal package, or expert presentation is described. You are paying for the themed drink experience, not a detailed class.

The over-18 rule is firm. Children under 18 are not suitable, and pets are not allowed, although assistance dogs are permitted. Bring a passport or ID card, since age verification may be required.

My overall take on the experience

The Chocolate Cocktail Club succeeds because it commits to one idea and carries it through the drinks, shots, desserts, and celebration-friendly setting. The best parts are the wide choice of chocolate cocktails, the included arrival drink, and the chance to bring along friends with different drinking habits.

The main weaknesses are also clear. You do not choose the first cocktail, extra drinks cost more, Saturday is unavailable, and the direct-price question deserves checking. The overall score of 4.3 out of 5 from nine ratings reflects that balance: strong enjoyment of the venue and drinks, with some frustration about the first cocktail and ticket value.

I would book it as a fun add-on to a London day, not as the central event of a holiday. Give yourself time to enjoy the menu, but do not mistake the one-day validity for a full-day tour. This is a compact bar experience with a strong sweet tooth.

Should you book the Chocolate Cocktail Club?

Book it if you are 18 or older, enjoy dessert-style cocktails, and want a playful group activity with a clear theme. It is a good fit for a birthday, hen party, anniversary, or a relaxed weekday evening.

Before you commit, compare the online price with the venue’s direct rate, accept that the first Chocotini is chosen for you, and budget for any food or extra drinks. If those points do not bother you, the Chocolate Cocktail Club offers an easy, unusual stop with enough non-chocolate options to keep a mixed group happy.

FAQ

What is included in the Chocolate Cocktail Club ticket?

Each ticket includes one Chocotini cocktail on arrival.

Can I choose my first cocktail?

No. The included arrival cocktail is a Chocotini selected by the venue rather than a drink of your choice.

Are extra drinks included?

No. Additional cocktails, beer, wine, prosecco, coffee, mocktails, and other drinks cost extra.

Is the Chocolate Cocktail Club suitable for children?

No. It is an over-18 venue, and children under 18 are not suitable.

What identification should I bring?

Bring a passport or ID card.

Is the venue open on Saturdays?

No. Saturday is listed as unavailable.

What days and times are available?

Tuesday is available from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday run from 4:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday is available from 1:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Can I cancel my booking?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later.