Candy Bar

One niche demographic is not particularly well served in terms of London watering holes, but jet black & shocking pink Candy Bar has long been the default Soho option for girls who prefer girls. Now owned by & much improved by the crew from Ku, the ladies are treated to three intimate floors of booze, schmooze & karaoke. Shoot pool or make for the dance bar downstairs, where indie, pop & soulful mamas rule; otherwise head to level 1 for comfy sofas, cuddles & canoodling. Membership secures cheap entry at weekends when the place gets packed – otherwise expect to pay £5 after 9pm. Look out for early-doors deals on cocktails, wines & spirits & lagers, too. Note that sympatico gents are admitted as guests.