A Bar with Shapes For a Name

Cocktail Bar · London · Chef Remy Savage & Paul Lougrat (Founders)

Ranked on The World's 50 Best Bars list, co-founders Remy Savage and Paul Lougrat run A Bar with Shapes For a Name in London. The Bauhaus-inspired cocktail bar features a minimalist, unbranded setup serving pre-bottled drinks like the Kazimir, made with peach yogurt-infused vodka.

42 Kingsland Road, Dalston, London E8 4DB, London

  • #61 World's 50 Best Bars 2024
  • #73 World's 50 Best Bars 2025

Menu

Dishes

  • Pastis — Modern interpretation of the classic anise spirit with clear appearance
  • Cold Brew Negroni — Rotovap negroni with clear coffee essence
  • Cocktails range between (8)
  • House Cocktails | ~ (10)
  • EatClub Average Price (10)
  • Kazimir — Minimalist cocktail inspired by the artist, focusing on pure structure
  • Cocktails are described as "very reasonably priced, at no more than (10)
  • Classic Cocktails | ~ (10)

Cocktails

  • Gimlet (15) — The Botanist gin, berry distillate, passionfruit and celery cordial
  • Coconut Oil Negroni (15) — Classic negroni fat-washed with coconut oil
  • Mezcal Mule (15) — Smoky twist on the classic mule
  • Rum and Raisin (15) — Rum-based cocktail with raisin and spice notes
  • Martini (15) — Classic version. Source: abarwithshapesforaname.com
  • Vermouth Cobbler (12) — Refreshing fortified wine cocktail
  • Whisky Highball (15) — Refreshing Japanese-style highball with house soda
  • Batā-wari (15) — Whiskey, palo santo, butter, golden syrup - warm and rich
  • Bitter Medicine (15) — Bitter-forward creation with herbal complexity
  • Pandan Daiquiri (15) — Rum with pandan leaf and lime

The Experience

Expect a minimalist atmosphere. The meal is structured around an avant-garde approach.

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