As someone who loved their original tube-themed venue, I was intrigued to see how they’d reimagined the experience.
The bar is themed around a vintage post office, filled with scoundrels, swing music, and dodgy mail activities, it’s more than just a cocktail bar – it’s a full-blown immersive adventure.
From the moment you arrive, you’re immersed in the theatrics. A postman at the entrance directs you to an old-fashioned phone where a mysterious voice grants you entry.
The secret door, which is hidden behind piles of letters and parcels, reveals a chaotic postal hub straight out of the 1940s.
The décor is incredible. Everywhere you look, there are parcels dangling from the ceiling, shelves stuffed with undelivered mail, and quirky little details that keep you spotting something new around every corner.
There’s even Maurice, the “employee of the month” cat, whose name pops up all over the place in a running gag that gives the venue extra character.
The whole vibe is playful and a bit eccentric, just as you’d hope.
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The star attraction must be the pneumatic tube system – your drinks are literally shot through the air in tubes above your head.
I tried the “This Way Up,” a tropical blend of Patrón Silver tequila, blue curaçao, and lavender soda. Watching it zoom through the air before I collected it from the collection point was hilarious – though I did manage to get my cocktail jammed in the tube at one point.
Luckily, the staff were on hand to sort it out, and the chaos just added to the fun.
My friend, who’s not usually into whisky, was raving about the “Black Market Blend” which she said was as rich as a dessert.
This isa a rich combination of Dewar’s 12-year-old Scotch, white port, crème de cacao, and chocolate bitters.
My personal favourite was the “Farewell to the City,” which was served in a mini red phone box.
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The combination of Grey Goose vodka, apple and cardamom shrub, and sparkling apple juice was refreshingly crisp and light.
What makes Cahoots stand out is how everything feels part of the story. The menu, styled as a vintage newspaper, was a brilliant touch and made choosing drinks part of the experience.
There are so many options, from more classic cocktails to wildly theatrical ones, and the staff were great at recommending drinks based on our tastes.
Some cocktails even required you to put in a secret before you could enjoy them, which added to the interactive feel of the place.
The music was spot on too – lively swing tunes that fit the 1940s vibe perfectly but were still upbeat enough to keep the energy going. It was impossible not to tap your feet.
We also ordered some nibbles, expecting the usual small portions, but were pleasantly surprised.
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I haven’t eaten that much cheese in ages. We paired it with salami and stuffed peppers, which were the perfect accompaniment to our cocktails.
The staff were very attentive, especially when checking the food for my friend’s gluten intolerance, which was much appreciated.
By the end of the evening, I felt like I’d barely scratched the surface of this place.
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Upstairs was a hidden gem – still with those mail tubes running overhead and the same vintage décor, it felt like discovering a secret part of the venue.
Every corner of Cahoots is packed with detail, and it’s impossible not to be charmed by the effort that’s gone into creating such a unique experience.
