The Global Drinker — World Bar Guide
Waltz
London, UK
Japanese refinement in elegant surrounds: a discreet bar near Liverpool Street with soft jazz and dim lighting. Opened in May 2025 by Tokyo-born Gento Torigata, formerly bar manager at Kwãnt, Waltz pairs a jazz-and-nature-inspired drinks list (matcha Old Fashioned, white asparagus and fresh pea) with a special menu served only at the 12-seat bar.
28 Scrutton Street, London EC2A 4RP · $$$
Awards & Rankings
- Europe's 50 Best Bars 2026 — #23
- Class Bar Awards 2026 · New Bar of the Year
- Class Bar Awards 2026 · Bartender of the Year — Gento Torigata
- Europe's 50 Best Bars 2026
- World's 50 Best Bars 2026 — #32
- UK Top 50 Cocktail Bars 2026 — #5
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