Millbank Lounge

Shades of red set the tone at the Mint Hotel’s first-floor cocktail bar, which models a funky scarlet colour scheme, with crimson couches & a shiny bar pointing up its stylish look. Millbank Lounge also brings a much-needed shot of glamour to a part of town dominated by government departments – not that the pen pushers are averse to downing a few cocktails after work, especially when the list of enticing signature drinks includes watermelon martinis, raspberry mules & a British-style mojito made with gin, apple juice, elderflower, lime & mint. Meanwhile, senior Whitehall mandarins are more likely to be interested in the excellent whisky list & its enticing five-brand ‘flights’. Platters, sandwiches & burgers keep drinkers on an even keel, while Wi-Fi & cracking afternoon teas are the main daytime attractions.