Tucked behind a discreet jade-green door on Gerrard Street, Opium Cocktail & Dim Sum Parlour whisks you away to opulent old-Shanghai. Inside, the venue unfolds across multiple floorsâeach revealing a distinct themed bar with its own mood, menus, and stories. Start in The Apothecary Bar, where shelves lined with medicinal bottles set the tone for inventive mixesâthink the Naked Negroni with Naked Malt whisky, Campari, and a cocoa-bitters twist. On the second floor, the Peony Bar hides behind a red curtainâcozy, romantic, perfect for intimate conversation or private hire. Climb further to discover The Academy Bar in the atticâan open-kitchen bar perched beside a communal bartenderâs table. Here, mixology becomes performance, and drinks like Sparkling Pearls (pisco with yuzu pearls, sake, and whisky) feel like art in motion. The piĂšce de rĂ©sistance? Dim sum served throughout the eveningâsharing plates such as dumplings and buns elevate the experience, making it both culinary and theatrical. From ÂŁ26âÂŁ40 per person, it's a luxurious yet playful affair. Guests rave about the speakeasy-meets-Shanghai vibe: "Opium is great because it's a speakeasy style experience in Chinatown... two floors that has two separate bars and menus" Opium also hosts experiences like Aperitivo Hour (ÂŁ7 menu from 5â7 pm), Pre-Theatre Dim Sum Cocktails (ÂŁ25), and Cocktail Masterclasses in immersive spaces.
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