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Most Latin-American themed bars and restaurants in Central London are depressingly predictable, with Shakira and Sol beer the only concessions to authenticity. Guanabara, hidden around the back of the New London Theatre is a refreshing change. A massive circular room on two levels, it offers a range of imported lagers and spirits and an impressive music policy mixes fashionable Brazilian dance and D‘n’B with some fine live combos.
The décor is mostly sparse and elegant, with the exception of a wonderfully gaudy glitterball chandelier over the large dancefloor. A side-area offers a respite from the music, with wide sofas and table football.
While we were not overly impressed by the cocktails, the food was fantastic. A short menu offers genuine South American cuisine. There’s delicious street food to snack on, and rich filling main courses, like Pork and Black Bean Stew. Drinks prices are very reasonable for this part of town, while the food is superb value. This is a great addition to the West End’s nightlife and well worth seeking out.
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| London Nightlife |
| Detroit Bar |
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35
Earlham Street,
Covent Garden,
Camden,
London,
WC2H
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4 minutes distance from Guanabara
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| Admiral Duncan |
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54
Old Compton Street,
Westminster,
London,
W1D
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10 minutes distance from Guanabara
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| London Nightlife |
| The End |
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18
West Central Street,
Camden,
London,
WC1A
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3 minutes distance from Guanabara
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| The End kick started a new wave of clubbing in the capital with their killer sound system, hi-tech innovation and user-friendly ethos. The baby of ...More...
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| London Nightlife |
| The Cove |
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The Piazza,
Westminster,
London,
WC2E
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6 minutes distance from Guanabara
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Hotels Near Guanabara |
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| London Hotels |
| Kingsway Hall Hotel |
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Great Queen Street,
Camden,
London,
WC2B
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2 minutes distance from Guanabara
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| High Holborn Hall |
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178
High Holborn
London,
WC1V
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3 minutes distance from Guanabara
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Event Near Guanabara |
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| London Event |
| Fruit Machine |
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Heaven,
The Arches,
Villiers Street,
Westminster,
London,
WC2N
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12 minutes distance from Guanabara
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| London Event |
| The Comedy Store Players |
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The Comedy Store,
1a
Oxenden Street,
Westminster,
London,
SW1Y
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13 minutes distance from Guanabara
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| London Sights and Attractions |
| The Cartoon Museum |
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Little Russell Street,
Camden,
London,
WC1A
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5 minutes distance from Guanabara
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| London's first museum of British cartoons, caricature, and comic art.
Combining art with humour, this recent addition to London’s museum-cum-gallery scene is refreshingly vibrant. From political ...More...
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| London Transport Museum |
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Covent Garden Piazza,
Westminster,
London,
WC2E
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6 minutes distance from Guanabara
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| London Shopping |
| Charles Worthington |
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28
Great Queen Street,
Camden,
London,
WC2B
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1 minutes distance from Guanabara
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| London Shopping |
| Aveda |
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Urban Retreat and Chakra Rooms 174 High Holborn,
Camden,
London,
WC1V
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3 minutes distance from Guanabara
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Dining Near Guanabara |
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| London Dining |
| Sarastro |
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126
Drury Lane,
Westminster,
London,
WC2B
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1 minutes distance from Guanabara
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| Ornate, opera-themed Turkish restaurant with singing waiters and unique opera-box style seating.
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| London Dining |
| Great Queen Street |
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32
Great Queen Street,
Camden,
London,
WC2B
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1 minutes distance from Guanabara
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Education Near Guanabara |
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| London Education |
| English [Out There!] |
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10
Coptic Street,
Camden,
London,
WC1A
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5 minutes distance from Guanabara
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| London Education |
| Central Saint Martin's College of Art and Design |
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Southampton Row,
Camden,
London,
WC1B
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6 minutes distance from Guanabara
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Leisure Near Guanabara |
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| London Leisure |
| The Sanctuary |
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12
Floral Street,
Westminster,
London,
WC2E
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5 minutes distance from Guanabara
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| London Leisure |
| All Star Lanes |
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Victoria House,
Bloomsbury Place,
Camden,
London,
WC1B
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6 minutes distance from Guanabara
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Pubs Near Guanabara |
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| London Pubs |
| The Cove |
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The Piazza,
Westminster,
London,
WC2E
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6 minutes distance from Guanabara
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| London Pubs |
| Lamb & Flag |
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33
Rose Street,
Westminster,
London,
WC2E
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7 minutes distance from Guanabara
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Business Near Guanabara |
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| London Business |
| Guanabara |
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Parker Street,
Corner of Drury Lane,
Camden,
London,
WC2B
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| London Business |
| New London Theatre |
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Drury Lane,
Camden,
London,
WC2B
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