Bar Clapton

For your first drink, ginger could be a good place to start. One visitor said the Purple Rain had a pronounced ginger aroma from the house-made gin; another praised the gin buck made with the bar’s special ginger. A separate guest reported enjoying ginger ale made with grated ginger. Whether you fancy taking your time over a cocktail or opting for ginger ale, there’s a drink to start with if you enjoy ginger’s distinctive flavour.

At Bar Clapton, the music is not just for listening to: guests can join in by playing or singing. Visitors have reported that they were able to play the guitars, bass, keyboard and electronic drums in the bar, and that instruments were available to borrow at open-mic sessions. Even if you don’t play, you can sing along with the accompaniment. One review noted that the music spans genres beyond what the bar’s name might suggest, so it may be best to go ready to enjoy whatever is played that day rather than expecting an evening devoted entirely to Clapton.

The Jiyugaoka branch is open Monday to Saturday from 19:00 until 2:00 the following day, and is closed on Sundays. A visitor reported that it is on the 3nd floor and there is no lift, so check ahead if stairs may be a concern.