London: The Chocolate Cocktail Club

Chocolate belongs in a cocktail glass. London’s Chocolate Cocktail Club makes that idea the whole point, serving more than 20 chocolate cocktails alongside wine, beer, coffee, mocktails, and light food. I like the creative drink menu and the warm welcome of a Chocotini included with every ticket. I also like that birthdays, hen parties, and anniversaries are welcome, so this is more than a quick drink for many people.

The main catch is that you do not choose the first cocktail. The included arrival drink is set in advance, which disappointed some people even when the cocktail they wanted cost the same. I would also check the walk-in price before booking, since one recent customer felt the online ticket cost more than paying at the bar.

Key points before you book

• More than 20 chocolate cocktails: Flavors include mint, salt caramel, and a Toblerone creation, with plenty of other chocolate-based combinations.
• A Chocotini is included: Every ticket comes with one cocktail on arrival, but you do not select that first drink yourself.
• A proper bar, not only a chocolate stop: You can order bottled beer, wine, prosecco, hot chocolate, coffee, mocktails, and other drinks.
• Small-group setting: The experience is limited to 10 participants, which should suit people who prefer a less crowded group outing.
• Adults only: You must be 18 or older, and you should bring a passport or identity card.
• Useful weekday hours: It runs Tuesday through Friday, but it is not available on Saturdays.

What happens when you arrive at the Chocolate Cocktail Club

This is a bar visit rather than a sightseeing tour. You meet at the Chocolate Cocktail Club, settle in, and receive the included Chocotini as your starting drink. The experience is listed as valid for one day, so you should think of it as a single booking slot rather than a full-day London activity.

That first cocktail gives the visit a clear starting point. It is also the one part of the drink plan where your choice is limited. Two people specifically disliked being unable to select their first cocktail, even though they could have chosen another drink at the same price. If you have a strong preference for mint, caramel, or a non-chocolate drink, ask about the included option before you commit to the booking.

The small-group limit of 10 matters here. A chocolate cocktail bar works best when you can take your time with the menu rather than feel hurried through a crowded room. The supplied information does not promise a private room, so do not assume you will have the entire venue to yourself. Still, the group size is modest enough for a personal celebration or a relaxed drink with friends.

Choosing from more than 20 chocolate cocktails

The main attraction is the menu. You can expect more than 20 chocolate cocktails, with flavors such as mint, salt caramel, and Toblerone. That range gives you a chance to try something familiar or move into a more playful dessert-style drink.

The menu is valuable because it turns a standard bar order into a tasting decision. If you enjoy sweet drinks, you can compare different chocolate flavors rather than stop after one novelty cocktail. The Toblerone option is especially useful for anyone who wants a recognizable nutty chocolate profile, while mint and salted caramel offer two very different directions.

I would not treat the menu as a promise that every cocktail will suit every palate. Chocolate drinks can be sweet and filling, particularly if you also order dessert. If you usually prefer crisp, bitter, or spirit-forward cocktails, pace yourself and consider switching to one of the traditional drinks later in the visit.

The strongest praise has focused on the drinks themselves. One customer called the cocktails delicious, while another gave the venue high marks for both the drinks and the friendly staff. That makes the bar appealing for people who want a fun theme without giving up the basic pleasure of a well-liked cocktail.

The food and edible chocolate shots

You are not limited to drinks. The menu includes light bites and desserts, which helps turn the stop into a longer social outing. The edible chocolate shots are another playful feature and may be the most memorable choice if you want something small rather than another full cocktail.

I would use the food menu to manage the sweetness. A light bite can make several rich drinks easier to enjoy, while dessert lets you lean fully into the chocolate theme. The information does not provide a full food menu, so check the current choices if you have a particular dish in mind.

The edible shots also make sense for celebrations. They give a birthday, hen party, or anniversary a simple shared moment without requiring everyone to order the same cocktail. Just remember that additional drinks and food are not part of the ticket price.

Plenty of alternatives if chocolate is not your thing

The bar makes room for people who do not love chocolate. You can order bottled beer, wine, prosecco, hot chocolate, coffee, mocktails, and other drinks. That is important if you are organizing a group with mixed tastes.

A chocolate-themed venue can easily leave one person nursing water while everyone else samples the menu. Here, your non-chocolate companion has several alternatives, though the ticket still centers on the included Chocotini. If someone in your group does not drink alcohol, mocktails, coffee, and hot chocolate give them a more satisfying choice than simply sitting out.

Traditional cocktails are also available, so you can use the chocolate drinks as a first course rather than the entire evening. This flexibility is one of the better features of the experience. It keeps the visit from becoming a one-joke stop.

Is the $14 price good value?

The listed price is $14 per person. That is reasonable if you want the themed setting and the included Chocotini, but the value depends on how many extra drinks you plan to buy.

For a visitor who wants one unusual cocktail in a distinctive bar, the ticket offers a clear benefit: you know you will receive a chocolate cocktail on arrival, and you can then decide how far to continue. For a group celebration, the themed menu and edible chocolate shots may add enough fun to justify the cost.

The value is weaker if you only want the cheapest drink. One verified customer from Spain, Sergio Martinez, paid 13 euros through a booking and felt misled after discovering that visiting the bar directly was cheaper. That is a useful warning. Before paying, compare the online ticket with the venue’s direct price if that option is available, especially if you are already in London.

The ticket does not include hotel pickup, drop-off, or additional drinks. You are paying for entry and the arrival Chocotini, not an open bar. I would set a spending limit before arriving, since the large cocktail menu is designed to tempt you into ordering more.

The best times to visit

The opening schedule favors weekday afternoons and evenings:

• Tuesday from 1:30 pm to 5:30 pm
• Wednesday from 4:30 pm to 10 pm
• Thursday from 4:30 pm to 10 pm
• Friday from 1:30 pm to 10 pm

It is not available on Saturdays. That is the most important scheduling detail for a London weekend plan. If Saturday is your only free day, this experience will not fit without changing your itinerary.

Friday offers the broadest time window and makes the most sense for an after-work celebration or a start to an evening out. Tuesday has only an afternoon slot, while Wednesday and Thursday work better for an evening plan. Check the available starting times for your chosen date, since the published opening windows do not guarantee that every minute is bookable.

The weekday schedule may actually help the atmosphere. You can place the visit between other London plans without giving up a full sightseeing day. Since there is no hotel transfer, leave enough time to reach the meeting point independently.

Who will enjoy this most?

I would recommend the Chocolate Cocktail Club to adults who enjoy sweet drinks, themed venues, and social occasions. It is especially suited to:

• Couples looking for an unusual date-night drink
• Friends celebrating a birthday or anniversary
• Hen parties seeking a simple group activity
• Chocolate fans who enjoy trying several flavor combinations
• Groups with mixed tastes, thanks to the beer, wine, prosecco, coffee, and mocktails

The 10-person limit should also suit a small gathering. You get a shared activity without signing up for a large organized group.

I would be more cautious if you dislike sweet cocktails, want a quiet wine bar, or expect a full meal. The food is described as light bites and desserts, so this should not replace lunch or dinner. I would also skip it if your schedule only allows Saturdays or if you are traveling with anyone under 18.

Practical details that can save you trouble

The venue is over 18s only. Everyone should bring a passport or identity card, even if you look comfortably over the age limit. Children under 18 are not suitable for this activity, and pets are not allowed, although assistance dogs are permitted.

There is no hotel pickup or drop-off. You meet at the Chocolate Cocktail Club, so plan your own route and allow time to arrive before the starting slot.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later, which helps if your London plans are still shifting. Those policies are useful, but I would still check the exact date and time before booking, particularly because Saturday is excluded.

What the feedback tells me about the experience

The overall rating is 4.3 from 9 reviews, which points to a generally positive but not flawless experience. The praise is focused and consistent: people like the unusual cocktails, the venue, and the friendly staff.

Chris gave the experience top marks for its setting, drinks, and service. Thamirys also rated it highly, praising the cocktails while wishing the first drink could be chosen. A Dutch customer made the same point, enjoying the drinks but disliking the fixed first cocktail.

That repeated complaint is worth taking seriously because it is easy to avoid disappointment when you know about it in advance. Treat the arrival Chocotini as a sample selected by the venue, not as a voucher for any cocktail on the menu.

The lower score came from price rather than drink quality. Sergio Martinez liked the place and found the cocktails original, but felt the ticket was poor value after finding a cheaper direct option. For me, that means the product itself is appealing, but price checking matters.

Should you book the Chocolate Cocktail Club?

Book it if you want an adult-only London outing built around unusual cocktails, playful chocolate flavors, and a social setting. The included Chocotini, more than 20 cocktail choices, and non-chocolate alternatives make it a flexible pick for a small celebration.

Skip it if you need a Saturday activity, want a full meal, or expect to choose every drink from the start. Before booking, compare the $14 ticket with any direct venue price, and remember that food and extra drinks cost more.

My practical call: book for the theme and the company, not for bargain drinking. Go with people who enjoy trying sweet cocktails, arrive with realistic expectations about the fixed first drink, and use the weekday schedule to fit it into a wider London day.

FAQ

Is the Chocolate Cocktail Club suitable for children?

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

What drink is included with the ticket?

Each ticket includes one Chocotini cocktail on arrival.

Can I choose my first cocktail?

The included arrival cocktail is selected in advance, so you cannot choose the first drink yourself.

How many chocolate cocktails are available?

The menu includes more than 20 chocolate cocktails, with flavors such as mint, salt caramel, and Toblerone.

Are non-chocolate drinks available?

Yes. The bar serves bottled beer, wine, prosecco, hot chocolate, coffee, mocktails, traditional cocktails, and other drinks.

Is the experience available on Saturdays?

No. It is available Tuesday through Friday during the published time windows, but not on Saturdays.

Can I cancel for a refund?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.