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Review by thamshere

Rating: 3.00
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At first glance Polka has an impressive cocktail list, but I must say that I'm not convinced by their homebrew recipes. The staff were helpful and reasonably attentive, but given that we were the only two people in the bar this isn't surprising (it was a Monday, so this is probably not indicative).

We went for a Cherry Crush and a Coconut & Lemongrass Martini. I found the Crush to be good - strong cherry flavours with the sharp edge of grapefruit underneath, but the flavour was very strong. Still, by the end of the glass I could happily have drunk another.

The martini was overpoweringly sweet and coconutty - it completely masked the gin and the lemongrass also, despite the large stick of it floating atop the drink. I couldn't have drunk half of one of these and am rather glad my companion chose it rather than I.

We stayed upstairs (being as quiet as it was I doubt the second bar was open). The music was set to a very reasonable volume, to the point where I don't even remember if there was any.

Prices are reasonable for Soho. Around 7 pounds for a martini, short or long cocktail and 9 for their specials. I'd love to come back here to sample a few more of their concoctions, but lack of a happy hour inclines me towards other venues.

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Review by heyphilip

Rating: 4.00
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I was recommended here, and i got to say this is one of my favourite bars in London, they do all sort of cocktails and it is not as crowded, the decor is also amazing. I guess it is not as crowded because its hidden away in the heart of Soho, or the layout makes it look that way. Although sometime the Djs could be better. ]]> Thu, 05 Jun 2008 18:17:01 +0000 /review/uk/london/bar-pub/1a92l7l/polka/1949f9715898032 heyphilip 51.513845 -0.136542 http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/bar-pub/1a92l7l/polka/1o8647
Review by sue

Rating: 4.00
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We stopped into Polka for a drink one evening before going for dinner at a nearby restaurant. We were walking past, looking for another bar I had read about, but stopped and decided to try Polka instead. The cool décor caught my eye and I had a feeling this was my type of place.

Loved the modern, designer interior, and the warm welcome we received by the manager (perhaps) who seemed concerned that there was no seating available for us in the downstairs bar. He did tell us that the upstairs Lounge bar was about to open, so we wandered up and found a cosy corner to relax in.

A quick look at the drinks menu showed that prices weren't too exorbitant for Soho. The barman was very friendly and most helpful with vodka options, taking great care to stir us up some very tasty Vodka Martinis in perfectly chilled glasses. ]]> Thu, 17 Jan 2008 14:58:58 +0000 /review/uk/london/bar-pub/1a92l7l/polka/1o8647308052530 sue 51.513845 -0.136542