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Eclipse Bar - review by LukeG

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 16:37:32 +0000

Eclipse Bar - review by LukeG

Rating: 4.0

Location: 111-113 Walton Street, SW3 2HP, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7581 0123

Website: http://www.eclipse-ventures.com

I was amazed when I went to Eclipse not too long ago. I was expecting to be surrounded by posh, champagne drinking Chelsea girls and city type guys. Instead I found the people extremely chilled out, young and up for having a good time. The staff were really friendly and the bongo player was awesome. We had a great night and have already penned in a return......watch out!

Eclipse Bar - review by mazphd

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 17:52:25 +0000

Eclipse Bar - review by mazphd

Rating: 4.0

Location: 111-113 Walton Street, SW3 2HP, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7581 0123

Website: http://www.eclipse-ventures.com

Tags: cool, mature, cool & smart, live, glamorous, independent pub, young and fun, young, house, sexy, trendy, friendly, relaxed, posh

A friend of mine lives round the corner from here, so when I visit I insist on a cheeky visit to the bongo sleekness of Eclipse.

Cocktails are pretty good, but its the atmosphere and friendly bar staff that does it for me!

This is a nice intimate venue that does make things 'cosy' when things get crowded. Definately worth a stay for the w/e crowd who are always fun, vibrant and sexy rather than over loud, overheard and over.

During the week things are more relaxed. And whether you find yourself in Eclipse on a w/e or weekday night the staff are attentive and keep the vibe friendly and funky.

fa103's review mentioned bongo's. So worth a visit if only to find your rhythum!

Kabarets Prophecy - review by sokratis

Wed, 23 May 2007 16:55:09 +0000

Kabarets Prophecy - review by sokratis

Rating: 3.7

Location: 16-18 Beak Street, W1F 9RD, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7287 8111

Website: http://www.kabaretsprophecy.com/

Tags: dance, electronica

..unless you spot the usual queue outside.
The best thing about this place is the LED displays they've created on the walls. Hard to describe...let's just say that you shouldn't look at it, if you're epileptic.
I've been there twice in the last couple of years. The crowd was really young the first time, but more around the 25 median the last time.
Normal central London prices, and something that stays on till late around the area.

Kabarets Prophecy - review by fa103

Wed, 13 Dec 2006 13:58:44 +0000

Kabarets Prophecy - review by fa103

Rating: 3.7

Location: 16-18 Beak Street, W1F 9RD, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7287 8111

Website: http://www.kabaretsprophecy.com/

Tags: cool, free to get in, cool & smart, reasonably priced, students, hip-hop, trendy

Kabaret is a small RnB and hip hob based club with great music and is frequently visited by A-List celebs. Drinks are averagely priced. Best night is a saturday night!

Eclipse Bar - review by fa103

Wed, 13 Dec 2006 13:11:49 +0000

Eclipse Bar - review by fa103

Rating: 4.0

Location: 111-113 Walton Street, SW3 2HP, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7581 0123

Website: http://www.eclipse-ventures.com

Tags: cool, mature, cool & smart, young professionals, glamorous, young and fun, sexy, pretentious, trendy, friendly, relaxed, posh

Eclipse is a short walk from south kensington tube station and is my local hangout!

I would recommend you go on a friday night and witness the bongo man in action...great atmosphere (can be pretty busy though so arrive early)

The drinks are expensive but one of a kind. I would recommend the Guava Melba and Melonova!

Tartine - review by fa103

Wed, 13 Dec 2006 13:04:42 +0000

Tartine - review by fa103

Rating: 5.0

Location: 114 Draycott Avenue, SW3 3AE, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7589 4981

Website: http://www.tartine.co.uk

Tags: romantic, pretentious, expensive, french

Tartine is a great little place to eat. Located on a south kensington side street makes it a hard find but gives it that hidden appeal. Great Food... i would recommend the tartine club without bacon and the chocolate fondant (truely amazing)... great for dates!

Kabarets Prophecy - review by amoneg

Thu, 16 Nov 2006 16:36:02 +0000

Kabarets Prophecy - review by amoneg

Rating: 3.7

Location: 16-18 Beak Street, W1F 9RD, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7287 8111

Website: http://www.kabaretsprophecy.com/

Tags: cool, """hole in pocket""", kool, different, funky, unusual, posh

The first time I went to Kabaret's Prophecy, I nearly missed the entrance. A few minutes walk from Regent's street, it's easy to do. The only clue to its location is a sturdy-looking man dressed in black standing outside a door, crowned with flourescent white light. I walk up to the bouncer who turns to look at me wordlessly. Is this Kabaret? Yes. I'm on the guestlist. The bouncer steps aside to let me walk past him. As I do, he holds out his hand and presses a black and white poker chip into the palm of my hand. Curious. I walk past him and down a mirrored staircase with red laser strobes beaming across it in different directions. As the bottom of the stairs, is a small reception desk (cloakroom and ticket sales). This is where I got my first glimpse of the club. Breathtaking. In front of the reception desk, is a set of glass doors through which the muted sounds of the club can be picked out. The glass doors also offer a view of the walls of the club which are covered from top to bottom and left to right in LEDs. I hand the poker chip to the lady behind reception and push open the glass doors. The noise levels ramp up instantly. The DJ dishes out funky/dirty house with a sprinkling of ol' skool hip-hop. Patterns flash up on the walls. The crowd is young, beautiful, energetic and fun. The club is small and packed. Drinks are very expensive but portions are generous. I've been twice now and have spotted some c-listers both times. It can be a little pretentious but as long as you've got a good group of friends with you, it's small enough to make your own. Definitely kool with a K.

P.S. Be sure to take a look at the toilets ;)

Eclipse Bar - review by caffeinehit

Wed, 08 Nov 2006 14:46:47 +0000

Eclipse Bar - review by caffeinehit

Rating: 4.0

Location: 111-113 Walton Street, SW3 2HP, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7581 0123

Website: http://www.eclipse-ventures.com

Tags: cool, cool & smart, glamorous, sexy, south kensington, trendy, friendly, bar, relaxed, posh

OK, now I've always had a good time in this bar.

The bar staff are superb. Attentive, enthusiastic and seem to have a good knowledge of what they're doing.

If you find yourself looking for a pre-Boujis or Collection bar then I'd definitely recommend checking out this bar.