Whisky Library, Sake Bar & Afternoon Tea — Everything You Need to Know About La Bibliothèque

There are bars, there are restaurants, and then there is La Bibliothèque. Opened in November 2023 at 325 Kingsland Road, just steps from MAP Maison in Haggerston, La Bibliothèque is East London's most layered and unexpected destination — a whisky library, sake bar and restaurant, all under one roof.

What Is La Bibliothèque?

The name means 'the library' in French — and the whisky library at the heart of the venue is exactly that: a curated collection of exceptional spirits you can explore, taste and take home. Alongside it, a dedicated sake bar brings one of the world's most sophisticated drinking traditions to East London, guided by knowledgeable staff who genuinely love what they pour.

Experiences at La Bibliothèque

La Bibliothèque offers a range of bookable experiences that go far beyond a standard evening out:

• Nikka Japanese Whisky Experience with Food Pairing — £95pp. A deep dive into one of Japan's most celebrated distilleries, paired with complementary small plates.

• World Whisky Masterclass — £95pp. A journey around the globe in a glass, exploring the best expressions from Scotland, Japan, America, Ireland and beyond.

• Macallan Whisky Tasting with Food — £50pp. An exploration of The Macallan's iconic range, paired with matching dishes.

• Sake Masterclass — £40pp. An introduction to the nuances of Japanese sake, guided by our sake specialists.

• Japanese Tapas Style Afternoon Tea — £40pp. Our signature afternoon tea with a Japanese twist.

• Cocktail Making Class with Japanese Tapas Afternoon Tea — £65pp. Learn to craft signature cocktails alongside a full Japanese tapas tea.

• Brunch with Bubbles or Cocktails — £45pp. A relaxed weekend brunch with unlimited prosecco or cocktails.

• Whisky Tasting Experience with Food — £49pp. A guided tasting of premium whiskies with paired small plates.

The Perfect Father's Day Gift

With Father's Day on 15th June, now is the perfect time to book an experience at La Bibliothèque as a gift. The Nikka Japanese Whisky Experience with Food Pairing and the World Whisky Masterclass are both outstanding choices for a whisky-loving dad — intimate, guided and genuinely memorable. Both are available to book now at labibliotheque.co.uk.

Opening Hours & How to Find Us

La Bibliothèque is open Thursday from 6pm, Friday from 3pm (Afternoon Tea from 3–5pm), Saturday from 12pm (Afternoon Tea from 12–4pm), and Sunday from 12–4pm. For private events at other times, email reservations@labibliotheque.co.uk. We're at 325 Kingsland Road, London E8 4DL, right next door to MAP Maison and Pizza PĀRĀ.