No wonder. Sumptuous without being stuffy, Lounge Lover is a testament to louche luxury. The décor is reminiscent of a 30s New York speakeasy. Antique crystal chandeliers illuminate the scarlet walls and leather club chairs are arranged in cosy couplets for intimate chats.

Attentive table staff can be hard to find this far north, but Lounge Lover has managed to secure some of the friendliest off-duty models eager to cater to your every whim.

The drinks are suitably divine. Order the Moulin Rouge, a delicate mix of amaretto and fresh passion fruit, and spend the evening checking out the eclectic crowd of city bankers, fashion folk and mulleted hipsters.

But visit soon, as the management eventually plan to turn Lounge Lover into a members bar.

Lounge Lover
1 Whitby Street, E1 - 0207 012 1234

EC