Green Carnation was inspired by the life and times of the infamous Oscar Wilde. Elegant but relaxed, inclusive and indulgent this award winning bar is one of the destination venues in Soho. This unique venue has three different floors and provides the perfect space for mingling over cocktails, frenetic dancing and intimate parties in one of their private booths. A haven for Sohos royalty and evening's of pure unadulterated fun.
Often used for premieres and events, Green Carnation regularly appears in magazines such as OK! and Hello and is featured in most shortlists of Londons best venues to visit. It's opulent decor, lavish cocktails, beautiful staff and decadent ethos have placed the bar firmly on London's map as the place to be seen.
Green Carnation
Night Club in Soho
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Opening Summary
Monday - Saturday 4pm - 2.30am
Sunday 4pm - 12.30am
Monday - Saturday 4pm - 2.30am
Sunday 4pm - 12.30am
Venue Facilities
Smoking Area
Big Screen TV
Credit Cards Accepted
Music Played
Live Music Played
Private Area
Outdoor Area
Green Carnation Picture Gallery
All In London Review
Something to be treasured in Soho
So I arrive early and take the steps to the upper level. I walked rather tentatively into the dark interior that was reminiscent of a womb with alcoves.
The walls were covered in blood-red flock wallpaper and there were chandeliers. Yes, very Oscar Wilde and decadent. There were numerous small groups of very attractive young men – interspersed with what looked like ordinary (albeit gorgeous) office workers - none of whom took the slightest notice of me fumbling around in the dark.
I found a high table and struggled onto a tall stool in a corner, trying very hard to merge into shadows. I sneaked a text to my friend and he immediately burst into the room with a smile and hug. Why can’t I recover from heartache that fast?
Anyway. It is a tradition that we mojito so I went to the small but beautifully stocked bar which was staffed by more beautiful people. Although it was just past 7pm they kindly offered to extend Happy Hour so those first cocktails were just £4 a go. Good mojito – passed our test. And at that price it seemed rude not to have several more. So we did.
Despite being a bit of a fish out of water there, I was made to feel totally at home by the staff who were all smiles and helpfulness.
People (mostly in groups although there was a Chinese couple at one point – one of whom accidentally burned her long hair on one of the tea lights) drifted in and out while my friend and I chatted away putting the world to rights.
What I liked most about the place – apart from its completely over-the-top-but-somehow-works décor and its cosy intimacy – was that the music was clubby and upbeat but not overpowering and that it never felt crowded. And that, in the heart of Soho, has to be something to be treasured.
Reviewed by KimT
Published on Dec 16, 2013
A more highbrow, breath of fresh air for Soho
Depending on which floor you pick and which day of the week you go Green Carnation can be a totally different experience. Choose the upstairs and you get to lounge around in an area reminiscent of an artsy members club (they have, after all taken their inspiration from Oscar Wilde), all arm chairs and chaise longues, while you sip a cocktail and listen to house music. Later on in the evening it fills up, particularly at weekends when the noise level rises and music changes to the slightly cheesier variety.
The downstairs is a little more G.A.Y. than V.I.P. There’s a dancefloor, a smoke machine, and a hell of a lot of people bopping to Hi N-R-G and pop. Having said this, Green Carnation plays host to a variety of nights, notably the Parkin Lot on Tuesdays which features the DJing skills of a teenager and her 76 year old grandmother.
The barmen are impossibly handsome, and wonderfully attentive. There is plenty to choose from the cocktail list, from Raspberry Caipirinhas to more traditional martini’s, which are delicious I must add.
Green Carnation is stylish and fun, offering something a little different in the heart of Soho.
Reviewed by Leila
Published on Feb 4, 2009
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User Reviews
Sonny86
Jul 11, 2012
The Green Carnation was suggested to me by a work colleague for birthday drinks and what a good suggestion it was. The CHAPs/DRAGz act was such a scream. We were well looked after by staff who waited on our table! The only thing we wished was that it stayed open later!!
cherry28
Nov 4, 2010
Have spent a few nights at this rather beautiful venue and every night it has been truly fabulous!
The staff really are as beautiful as people say, the drinks taste like they're supposed to and go down way too easily!
The music is spot on and the door staffa re very nice and approachable.
I've never seen any bad attitudes in here, no fights or arguing and everyone just seems to have fun and enjoy themselves.
this bar is a real gem hidden in the chaos that is Soho... I'm very lucky to have found it and am always telling everyone who'll listen about iT! Great job Green Carnation, see you again very soon!!!!
The staff really are as beautiful as people say, the drinks taste like they're supposed to and go down way too easily!
The music is spot on and the door staffa re very nice and approachable.
I've never seen any bad attitudes in here, no fights or arguing and everyone just seems to have fun and enjoy themselves.
this bar is a real gem hidden in the chaos that is Soho... I'm very lucky to have found it and am always telling everyone who'll listen about iT! Great job Green Carnation, see you again very soon!!!!
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