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Permission, London,

Permission

4.8
4.8
292 Reviews
£26 to £40
Lounge
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If you want the perfect compliment to your Magic Mike Live experience, book a table at our new lounge ‘Permission.’ With lite bites, hand-crafted cocktails and live music curated by Magic Mike, there’s really no reason to go anywhere else. Bookings before the show get skip the line privileges into the theater. Oh, and did we mention our cast loves to hang out in the lounge post-show?

Permission is only for those over 18. If you are fortunate enough to look under 25 please ensure you bring a physical photo ID, either a passport or full driving licence.

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2 people
22:00
Booked 22 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Lounge
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sun 17:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    020 7769 8888
  • Website
    https://www.hippodromecasino.com/permission/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Ioannis Grammenos
  • Location
    Cranbourn Street, Leicester Square, London, WC2H 7JH
  • Area
    Leicester Square
  • Parking Details
    LondonChinatownNewport PlaceLondon WC2H 7PUhttps://www.q-park.co.uk/en-gb/cities/london/chinatown/
  • Public Transit
    Nearest Underground Station is Leicester Square on the Northern and Piccadilly lines.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 292 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • West End London

    Good for groups

  • West End London

    Hot spot

292 Reviews

  1. SelM

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 18 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and atmosphere, we had cocktails before the show really enjoyed the Permission experience. Very attentive service, explained all the timings for taking our seats and drinks service during the performance. Lots of water too so no one over indulged

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  2. Angela

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was amazing - our waiter Antonio couldn’t have done anymore for us - very attentive to our table - all the staff are friendly - we felt very welcome in a beautiful warm setting - your festive cocktails are amazing. We dined before the Magic Mike show & were brought straight to our show table. Great service - Thank you permission family x

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  3. ChristineC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent bar and great place to go if you are watching the brilliant magic mike show too!! Excellent service, atmosphere, food and cocktails!!

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  4. AlexandraT

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 11 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The staff was super helpful with everything, and very kind as well. They give the best advice for cocktails, we had an amazing time there!

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  5. MrsPAC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic!!! Superb staff, polite, friendly, efficient! Great choice of drinks, great music, highly recommend

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  6. JasminH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 November 2023

    overall5food2service5ambience5
    we absolutely loved it we will come back SEE YOU SOON

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  7. KerryR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great friendly & helpful service, amazing atmosphere. Food & cocktails were superb. We would definitely book here again!

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  8. CharlotteW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had an amazing time , setting was beautiful and the staff couldn't have been more helpful / attentive and welcoming ! Would highly recommend and will definitely be going again

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  9. CandiceT

    Essex

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 28 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Had a great time at Permission for a pre drink before the Magic Mike show! Very welcoming staff and bartenders and they provided a great service. Explained drink options etc to us and made us feel looked after. We were able to take our drinks through to the show using plastic glasses they provided and were personally escorted to our seats, which bypassed the queue. All in all a great experience and the cocktails were yummy 😋 nice, cosy atmosphere too!

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  10. Ellie

    Manchester

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 October 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    thank you to all the staff for being so accommodating for me and my party we had an absolutely fantastic time at show and spending it in the bar before and after the show really made the experience especially being privately shown to are seats at the show. Cocktails were good value and really delicious and the food was good. Vibes where great music was great and the staff were lovely. Even had a special visit from some of the cast in the show. Thank you to everyone at permission bar

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  11. Charlottec

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really lovely drinks, lovely atmosphere, service is very good. The food was lovely. Thank you for a lovely experience.

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  12. EmmaG

    Devon

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 8 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The vibe is perfection, nice food, fair pricing, gorgeous decor but the highlight is the staff - the perfect balance of friendly,attentive without being intrusive or overbearing. Highly recommend asking if you can have Jamie as your server - total legend!

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  13. JuliaP

    Devon

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 6 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely place to have a drink before or after a show

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  14. Tiffers

    Hampshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely loved our evening in Permission! The cocktails were amazing, would definitely recommend’ Confident’. The staff were so attentive and helpful, wouldn’t hesitate to come back!

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  15. LouiseM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Made to feel special and welcomed. Water glasses refilled and cocktails perfect. Waiter was very nice and welcoming.

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  16. laura

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a great experience. All the staff couldn’t have been nicer. Antonio was really attentive and friendly, made us feel really special. Set the start of a great night for us so thank you very much! Would definitely recommend booking to start your magic Mike experience early!

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  17. DonnaS

    Buckinghamshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fab little bar with live music and then a great dj wonderfully attentive staff lovely decor and didn’t want to leave so didn’t and stayed all night sampling the marvellous cocktails highly recommend especially after the magic Mike show

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  18. ShelleyM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 September 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Excellent service, very friendly staff. Had amazing 1920’s style singers. Would definitely recommend it.

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  19. DonnaW

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a great atmosphere. The service was outstanding. Food was delicious. It is well worth coming to the bar before watching Magic Mike. We were made to feel like VIP’s

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  20. KarenC

    Columbus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing from start to finish Waiter service was incredible & drinks made with care Honestly couldn’t have wished for better !

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  21. Jules

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Only had drinks, they were lovely. The waiters made sure we had everything we needed and escorted us to our magic mike seats. Defo recommend.

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  22. Claire

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 29 July 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service from Antonio, very attentive, great choice of drinks before seeing the show. Lovely atmosphere and music from a live duo. Would definitely recommend.

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  23. JoleneM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 July 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love start to the evening seeing Magic Mike.. Staff all friendly and helpful… food was lush highly recommended even though drink are expensive

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  24. jamieterryanne18

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 July 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Permission (Magic Mike XXL) has friendly and accommodating staff especially the lovely Antonio... The food and drinks are exquisite. We had a great time... It was the best ladies' night out for us. We will definitely come back!

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  25. AlexR

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 July 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Great service, very friendly and welcoming. Comfortable seating

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  26. RebeccaB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 July 2023

    overall5food2service5ambience5
    The service and atmosphere was amazing 🤩 however the food let it down! Not much presentation or variety! Would only come again for drinks

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  27. Maria

    London

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 15 July 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience2
    We had booked for pre and after the show. However our table was not provided after the show. They took us instead to a basement bar with no service and forgot about us. When they had promised to get us when our table was ready. We came back ourselves and were told no we won’t let you in now, as past your booking. I could see a table right there behind the staff member. Of course the hippodrome had already taken a good 800£ of us for the show and drinks. Honestly skip this overpriced, disorganised bar and go somewhere else. Cocktails 15 pounds and pretty average. The service was ok the first time but just plain rude the second. Won’t be back.

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  28. Phoebe

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 July 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The staff were so friendly and the drinks delicious!

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  29. Vickiehop

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 June 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely fantastic service and great night out and outstanding staff very polite and care to every need

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  30. AnnaB

    Yorkshire

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 8 June 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really nice bar with attentive staff. The whole thing is slickly done, front of house, bar staff and then the table service. Perfect for people watching and also had live music. Could spend all night in here.

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  31. Dianec

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 2 June 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent customer service, especially by Grace , lovely warm welcome.

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  32. NicolaL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 May 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely stunning, perfect atmosphere and really lovely staff. Drinks were amazing. We were well looked after from the moment we arrive, thanks for a great night.

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  33. ChelseaD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 May 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service with friendly staff. They even escort you to your seat if you have tickets to the show.

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  34. RaphaelaFB

    Exclusive

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 May 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    After seeing the Magic Mike show, I had a great time at PERMISSION. I always wanted to visit this particular bar (which is not that easy, as I am living in Germany) and I am so happy to finally had the chance. Best cocktail I ever had, the most friendly waiters, just wonderful.

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  35. CarolineL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 May 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place to have a drink and light bite before Magic Mike. Staff were attentive and friendly, decor was also great. A lovely little quieter bae away from the main hustle and bustle of the casino Thanks for a great time!

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  36. M1234

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 May 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Came for drinks. Hostess was really welcoming and friendly. Attentive waiters. Lovely atmosphere and nice pianist. Overall a lovely experience and would return

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  37. AimeeS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 April 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great atmosphere, staff were friendly and drinks amazing! Great set up too with feeling safe and looked after - best time. Thank you

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  38. Anna

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Just amazing. 100% recommend going there to eat and have a drink after the show. Amazing staff and wonderful experience

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  39. EmmaB

    Kent

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 22 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Every time I go to London - I visit the hippodrome and their bars. Permission bar has been named different over the years but one thing that never changed is the outstanding efficient and friendly service from all of the staff. Everyone is extremely helpful and welcoming and the vibe is always positive. It can be loud with hen parties but who doesn’t love a good giggle and energetic atmosphere!

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  40. SuzanneO

    Cheshire

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 21 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great atmosphere and service, we stayed here quite a while after watching MML

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Permission is rated 4.8 stars by 292 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
22:00
Booked 22 times today
Google Map for Permission

Cranbourn Street, Leicester Square, London, WC2H 7JH

Additional information

  • Area
    Leicester Square
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sun 17:00–23:00
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Lounge
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking Details
    LondonChinatownNewport PlaceLondon WC2H 7PUhttps://www.q-park.co.uk/en-gb/cities/london/chinatown/
  • Public Transit
    Nearest Underground Station is Leicester Square on the Northern and Piccadilly lines.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Ioannis Grammenos
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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