The Leopard Bar at The Rubens at the Palace

Bon vivants on the prowl for a taste of the exotic will purr in appreciation at the Leopard Bar’s mix of excellent Champagnes & safari-themed decor. Housed in a cosy space off the Rubens hotel’s main lounge, the venue lives up to its name with leopard-skin carpets & cushions, while African drums & wildlife photographs add to the savannah vibe. The 15-strong Champagne list includes big names such as Pol Roger & Louis Roederer, & the fizz is also put to good use in a concise selection of effervescent cocktails; also check out the elite list of South African wines. Lobster & avocado rolls, salads & burgers provide ballast for the bubbles, or you can go for broke with 30g of sevruga caviar served on toasted Poilâne bread at £160 a pop.