Gordon's Wine Bar, Wine bar in Westminster, London, United Kingdom.
Gordon's Wine Bar is a wine bar located in the cellars beneath Westminster. The underground rooms feature exposed brick walls, vaulted ceilings, and old wooden barrels from which sherry and port are poured directly for customers.
The bar was established in 1890 as London's oldest wine bar, evolving from an inn that operated in the early 1800s. This shift from a simple lodging place to a wine destination marked a change in how people used these cellars.
The space was named after its founder and became a place where Londoners gathered to talk and share drinks without formality. The narrow passages and candlelit corners encouraged people to linger and connect in a relaxed way.
The location is accessed by descending stairs into the cellars, making it difficult for those with mobility limitations. Visitors should allow time to explore the connected chambers and passages at a leisurely pace to fully experience the space.
The slope beneath street level created unexpected spaces with low curved ceilings that form individual corners and hidden chambers. These winding layouts give each visit a sense of discovery, as different areas reveal themselves gradually as you move through them.
Location: City of Westminster
Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible
Address: Villiers Street
Opening Hours: Monday-Saturday 11:00-23:00; Sunday 12:00-22:00
Phone: +442079301408
Website: https://gordonswinebar.com
GPS coordinates: 51.50792,-0.12332
Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:00
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