Tucked away in Devonshire Square, just moments from Liverpool Street Station, Anise is the kind of cocktail bar that rewards discovery. Recently re-imagined with a striking new design, this speakeasy-style bar brings together the warmth of Indian hospitality, the craft of modern mixology and the buzz of the City of London’s after-hours scene.

The bar’s menu is a story of collaboration. Created by Bar Manager Piyush Gouchwal in partnership with world-renowned mixologist Ryan Chetiyawardana (Mr Lyan) and Chef Vivek Singh, it’s a seamless blend of two worlds — the chefs’ mastery of spice and the mixologists’ flair for balance and creativity. The result is a collection of cocktails that are as bold as they are thoughtful, with a menu that gives equal space to both spirited and non-alcoholic creations. Whether you’re unwinding with colleagues over post-work drinks or exploring something new, every glass tells a story of craft, curiosity and flavour.

Signature serves include the jewel-bright City of Colour (Tanqueray Rangpur gin, pomegranate liqueur, anardana-infused vermouth and Aperol), the aromatic Anise Sour (coriander-infused vodka with lime leaf and star anise), and the decadent Bankura Punch (a rum-forward blend with oolong tea, jaggery and spice). Non-alcoholic drinkers will find just as much depth, with creations like the Keralan Sunset — watermelon, curry leaf and guava — proving that complexity doesn’t depend on ABV.

To complete the experience, Anise serves a menu of Indian-inspired bar bites from Vivek Singh’s kitchen — think Mumbai chilli cheese toasties, tuna bhel tostadas and lamb seekh rolls — perfect for sharing over conversation and cocktails.

With its moody lighting, plush booths and central bar, Anise is the ideal spot for everything from after-work catch-ups to late-night drinks. Step inside, sip something unexpected and discover a different side of the City of London’s cocktail scene.