Awesome cocktails in a retro environment. 4.5 stars Highlights: - Unique cocktails: list up on the wall was hard to choose from because all looked intriguing. Was very happy with my chili infused vodka, strawberry, lime, and Cointreau one (piquant cocktail). Could see the custom infusions and mixers behind the bar - Atmosphere: small bar area and couches in side room. Cozy and understatedly cool Lowlights: - Were in a rush for dinner so only got to have one cocktail I'm not often out this way, but would love to come back for more cocktails read more

Secluded speakeasy A romantic speakeasy great for a first date provided you can get a seat or are doing a quick stopover. Upperstreet is changing and my once favourite cocktail bar was gone having first been taken over by a chain before permenantly closing down so my wife suggested Four Sisters. I was greeted by a dark and intimate bar area where many people were standing around the bar or the few tables and chairs. The classic 1930s Jazz was blaring away and I felt that I was being transported back to a time of late night cocktails in the depression era. My wife was sitting in the back room which for some reason was darker and with no people at all. The music was distant here and the seats were really for a large group so eventually we had to share this space with others. The cocktails were different from the chains and the mixologist knew what they were doing. The choices though were somewhat limited and there was no happy hour. We enjoyed our drinks and had seconds before we left. This was a place to revisit and good for couples to hide away and share their own company. read more

Formerly 25 Canonbury Lane, now The Four Sisters. Early Sat evening a Low key crowd and same appealing dark wood ambience as the previous bar. Music was OK and not too loud so you could talk. Ordered two of the featured cocktails which sounded good but were not well balanced, not chilled enough and weak. I am now quite cautious about ordering cocktails in bars unless I know it's reliable since too often it's just an excuse to charge £7.50 or more for a weak, poorly made drink. For that price the customers deserve better. Maybe they will get their act together and realise that they need to up their game. read more

Good cocktail list and happy hour specials. Cozy ambiance and great service.

Small, cosy little venue just off busy Upper Street in Islington. It's the perfect place for a first date or a catch up with your girlfriends. They have a happy hour from 4 - 7pm, offering 2 Cocktails for £10. It's limited to 4 Cocktails but oh-so-yummy ones at that. Outside of Happy Hour, you can find Cocktails between £8 - 9.50, which isn't bad for this area at all. There's a great selection of Cocktails - proper ones, no Woo Woos or Sex on the Beach on the menu here, sorry! I've tasted about 5 different cocktails off the menu so far and couldn't find fault with a single one. Drinks are not knock-you-off-your-socks strong but good cocktails should never have an overwhelming alcohol taste anyway. They use high-quality liquors which means no hangover from cheap vodka or gin, even after having had 4 or 5 cocktails. Service is super friendly and atmosphere is very chill, with jazz-type music in the background. If you're into laid-back, intimate bars where you can have a chat with your friends without screaming at them, then this is the place for you. read more

Came here for happy hour with a local friend (Lisa C.) and Katie P. Yay global elite members! Glad that it was happy hour because otherwise those drink prices are kinda steep. During HH (5-7pm) they were 2 for 10 pounds. The spot was on the quieter end, so nice if you are trying to have a real convo. The ambiance is really nice. Comfy seating and dim lighting. Bartender was really friendly. Drinks were the type of cocktails that are truly crafted. He spent a good amount of time on each drink making it perfect. Lots of creative and tasty drinks. read more

The cocktails here are pretty tasty. But as I'm quite tight (frugal, sorry ) I'd only recommend going during happy hours. Nice concept but the music is bloody irritating. There's only so much 1930's-esque a person can take. They also only have one women's toilet. Not ok. The seating arrangement makes no sense to me. Not my cup of tea. read more

I am not sure where the other reviewers went, or if they were really unlucky! I absolutely love this place. The cocktails are fantastic (yes I know what a decent cocktail should be like), the bar staff (or mixing geniuses, as I like to call them) are so lovely, always chatty and even, when I just don't know what I want rustle up something amazing for me. It is worth noting that the cocktails don't taste or appear strong, as they are very well mixed (you really shouldn't have an over powering taste of alcohol in a cocktail, otherwise it is a bad cocktail......). I certainly notice the alcohol content after two, and perhaps if you want a filthy, strong Sambuca you should go to the Slug and Lettuce! These guys also make their own flavoured vodka and gin and use really top notch ingredients. They have good bar snacks and comfy seats. Definitely worth a visit (or five) read more

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I just moved to angel and was looking for a fun and casual bar with great cocktails to celebrate my birthday. I stumbled across four sisters on yelp and they were incredible! Not only did they reserve space for my group at no minimum or charge, they had amazing cocktails, a great atmosphere and were great hosts. I have already been back since and would highly recommend this to anyone looking to host a small party or just grab a delicious drink! read more

Appalingly bad cocktails and very badly organised. My first drink since reopening as the Four Sisters (a mojito) was far too acidic and lacked alcohol and the cosmopolitan I ordered next was first made with gin and then when it was finally made with vodka, tasted quite unpleasant - weak and insipid and totally unlike any cosmo' I've ever had before. A friend ordered a white wine only to be told there was none and then when he ordered a margarita was told there was no tequila. This prompted the barman to send a shady looking character who'd been hanging about to go out and buy some - not exactly inspiring confidence. The music was quite good - 20's and 30's jazz but was far too loud. Won't be going back there..! read more

A lovely quiet place away from the main road, with tasty tasteful drinks, and pleasant staff. But nine quid each for fairly low-alcohol drinks is kinda steep.... read more

something that is abit different and wonderful cocktails. lovely ambience with old world decor of the 1920s. highly recommend. read more

I actually liked this place as Four sisters when I went in. Perhaps it's because I only with to 25 Canonbury Lane once and am not as attached to it. The decor seems the same, the music seems the same. The only outstanding difference is that the bartenders were super nice and we just kept telling them to make us drinks based on our preferred alcohols (mine was gin, my friends was vodka). It was like a surprise in a glass. read more

You can't fault 25 Canonbury for upmarket cocktails in a stylish setting. A fab destination whether you're hosting a party (the self-contained back room can be booked), meeting friends for a catch-up or even working during the day, as the bar sells mighty fine coffee and has wifi. Must return there soon! read more

Was there on a Wednesday night which seemed relatively quiet. Prices are about average for Islington, which is to say they're not cheap, but not outrageous for London either. My friend had a massaman curry as well which he seemed to enjoy, so keep in mind there's a Thai menu if you're hungry. Music was loud enough to prevent eavesdropping but quiet enough to hear companions - perfect for me. read more

Great cocktails, cosy bar, yummy nibbles and nicely tucked away off the main drag of Upper St.

Not only is there a log fire, there is mulled wine which is always nice at this time of year! I love this place. It's really cosy, good value thai food and an impressive selection of cocktails and wine. A stones throw from Upper St but has a completely different feel. Get there early evening if you're with a big group as space is limited! read more

Very small i.e. intimate cocktail bar, filled with people who all seem to know one another. However, you're never made to feel unwelcome by the friendly and hospitable staff, and the cocktails are the best in the area. Due to it's small size, best to visit for one cocktail before moving on. It's refreshing to see that places like this can exist in the monotony that is Islington. read more

25 Canonbury Lanes is just off Upper Street not far from Highbury and Islington tube station. The bar is bigger than it looks from the outside as it does stretch out quite a long way back into the builing. There are comfy sofas, and a little padded seating area in the back which has a Morrocan feel to it - with candles and cushions. Food is tapas, tasty enough- maybe a touch on the pricey side, the wine list is good with a wide selection to chose from- the crowning glory I think are the cocktails, very tasty- be warned, it is very difficult just to have the one! read more

Scarey Halloween cocktails We had a really great pre-dinner cocktail here - my favourite was Count Negroni. The bar tender told me all about the fact that he had barrel aged it - totally delicious. Like Eve I was hard pressed for time and I will go back and try some more. read more

I've been to The Four Sisters many times now, and it's always been an absolutely delightful experience. The cocktail list is most imaginative and changes constantly, I've tried quite a few now and they were all delicious and well made. This place only uses top-shelf spirits, and make their own infused vodkas, gins and syrups with some pretty original flavour combinations (violet anyone?). The atmosphere is great, dark and relaxed, the music selection awesome, and yeah, the cocktails are pretty pricey ranging from £8-10 but you definitely get what you pay for. Also, they have a happy hour on every day from 4-7. There's great attention to the detail, the drinks were awesomely and creatively presented, and the menu is printed on a mock-newspaper with a little story accompanying each drink description. The service was friendly and speedy. It is a great place for a date or a catch-up with a friend! read more

Really cute little place, probably need to book as vey small. The staff really know their cocktails and with so many random bottles behind the bar they always seem happy to create something new or to your tastes read more

Came here on a weeknight (I can justify it as being on my way home), and it is actually a cute little place to catch up over a cocktail or two. I've been right next door at Canonbury Kitchen but never noticed this bar, though I admit that I find the sign a bit weird / creepy for my tastes... I told the bartender that I liked sweet fruity drinks, and so for the first one, I got a cocktail that had a base of passion fruit and rum, and on top they had half a passion fruit shell filled with alcohol and set on fire. Unfortunately it wasn't well executed and the alcohol kept burning for quite a while and ended up melting my straw but was too hot to touch, so I couldn't drink my cocktail until eventually the bartender helped me out and just flipped it over into the cup. My second cocktail was a strawberry based drink with wine, and it was actually quite strong, to the point that I couldn't finish my drink. But both were beautifully presented and I think you will definitely find something you like in the large board of 30+ cocktails on the wall... just don't come here expecting beer or wine! read more

I really enjoyed the lovely waiters/bartenders at the Four Sisters, and their drinks were on point. The hitch? The huge amount of gum on the underside of the table in the back room, some of which ended up on my new shoes. :( This was an un-good experience. The shoes are still in the freezer, waiting for the day of judgment, when all the gum will finally, miraculously fall off. read more

Duuuuuuuuude. Weakest cocktails I've found in London. Didn't see a bottle of booze touched to mix the cocktails from behind the bar. Couldn't mix a drink off menu to save their lives. Why the pretense? read more

The cocktails (both the classics and their own originals) are excellent - and there is none of the pretentiousness that comes with many good cocktail bars in London. You don't need to reserve or queue. Even when the place is busy, there will always be a spot for you somewhere. Perfect for both a casual drink or for larger events like birthday parties. You can always depend on the good atmosphere. read more

I am definitely not a local. I came from abroad and, chance had it, I was to spend New Year's Eve there. Felt like home - which means a lot to us Madrilians. And we don't settle for just about any ordinary thing, let me tell you. Thanks to the friendly staff, and to J, the best start to 2010. Look forward to seeing you again... if foreigners allowed! read more