On my trip to London, my friends and I stopped in here and it was absolutely wonderful! The service was amazing and our waitress (I don't remember her name but she had bangs) was super sweet and cool :) and don't get me started on the food. One of the best brunches I've had! if you get the chance to stop in here, do it. I can't wait to come back the next time I'm in London read more

Trailer Happiness - Bacon, eggs, plantains, hash browns, sausage, toast, green beans - Lounges Near Me - London, XGL

Trailer Happiness did not live up to its hype as one of the best cocktail bars in London. The cocktails were dominated by juice flavours without much balance or hint of the rum. A "jungle fizz", seemingly a take on a carbonated jungle bird, was full to the brim with passionfruit seeds, which gave it an unpleasant bubble-tea like feeling. Service was abrupt. Drinks were generally in the 12-14 pound range which was a bit pricey for what they were. We left quicker than we had planned. read more

I never really considered London to be a home for tiki, but stumbling upon Trailer Happiness was a very happy surprise during my day of bumbling around Notting Hill. This basement lounge isn't really full tiki, but more like a cool and trendy bar that pays homage to the Polynesian vibes. It was pretty dead when I went in, but they had also JUST opened, and get the impression that it does get quite busy. It's a dark, cool space that I would enjoy hanging with had I brought a crew. Since I was solo, I bellied up to the bar and began chatting up the staff. Long story short, the drinks I tried were great, and the staff clearly had a passion for tiki cocktail culture. I would have loved to have tried much more, but the drinks pack a punch. They're also beautifully presented. I'm fan of this spot, and I hope to visit it on my next trip to London. read more

Worst part about it is the smell. It's musty and smells like cigarettes. The seating looks dirty and old (not in a vintage way) but cracked mirrors and broken beaded curtains lead to the bathroom. Decor: 4/10 Drink Quality: 6/10 Drink selection: 7/10 Mood: 4/10 we went right when they opened at 5pm and the mood is not great. Too bright, empty and random rap music. Music: 3/10 It's not bad music it just doesn't match the vibe they're going for. Service: 9/10 pretty good. They're attentive and fast (granted we were one of two tables in the entire bar). Tikiness: 2/10 not very tiki though some tiki elements. Vibe: 3/10 it's not a place you want to be in too long. Total score: 4.75/10 You can skip it. read more

Trailer Happiness is perhaps the most well known Tiki bar in London to those of us not from the UK. It was definitely at the top of my list of bars to visit while in London and was worth the trip out of the main downtown area. I dug the ambiance immediately - all thought Tiki purists might scuff a bit at it. Then again, the bar name should be your first indicator that they aren't a tiki bar for purists. I let the bartender pick the first drink of the night which was a Kottonmouth King (don't believe I saw it even on the menu). It was a little sweet for my taste, but more than drinkable. I think the most remarkable attribute of the drink was that it was blue. Considering it was named after a 90s hip hop group, I can't say there was much depth or subtlety to the flavor of the drink. I ended up ordering a couple more drinks through out the night, none of them super memorable but also not a bad one in the bunch either. I was surprised at how busy they got for a Monday night, with a fair amount of folks that appeared to be regulars. The staff was really engaged with their customers and seemed to be enjoying themselves as much as any of the customers. I would say Trailer Happiness' strongest attribute was the personality of the place. They didn't take themselves too seriously..... unlike those clowns at Mahiki across town. I found I was chatting with more people at the bar than any other stop I made in my bar crawl in London. That says a lot about Trailer Happiness and the kind of establishment they have built. read more

My friends and I stumbled across Trailer Happiness while explore Notting Hill and decided to stop by because it sounded lively from the outside. We were not proven wrong! We managed to find a place to sit and grabbed a couple of tasty drinks. The music, decorations, and people tied together to create a trendy and uplifting aura. **On a side note: the Travel Bookshop from the Notting Hill movie was down the street, which made for a very exciting find at the end of the night. read more

Fun, trendy, creative! Inspired in a typical Hawaiian bar, a doll dressed in Ula Ula will greet you at the door. Downstairs a spacious room is waiting for you with Hawaiian bar look and feel, and two super fun bartenders. The menu is about 8-9 drinks total. Fun names, heavy cocktails, you will not be disappointed. I got the "Princess something" (sweet, delicious but heavy enough I cannot recall the name haha) My husband got "Dia de Los muertos", loved it!! The bartenders are also the waiters so be patient! Drinks will come and will worth it. They know what they are doing, and they do it with joy! Average price is 8-10 £ per drink. Not bad for the quality. Of course you can order something off menu. Just tell the bartenders "how you feel" and I'm sure they will get creative! Music is good and volume allows you to have a conversation. Not really a dance floor but more a bar to go with friends. Nice, interesting place! read more

Trailer Happiness - Lounges Near Me - London, XGL

Do you tiki? I tiki. Wherever I am in the world, if someone mentions a tiki bar my heart lights up, and I make a reservation. I popped in here on a Friday night at 10pm with a solid squad of six. Trailer Happiness is a true tiki bar. All of the usual darkness and tropical vibes, giant flaming bowls and cute cups. The only downside is the clientele. Unhappily, Trailer Happiness seems to be a bit of a suburban haven for hen-dos and stag parties. Hopefully, popping on on a weeknight might thwart this misery, because Trailer Happiness deserves to fill its destiny as a happy tiki haven. read more

I love the atmosphere of this bar, I adore the eclectic carpets, the low seats, the authentic 70's (Hawaiian themed?) vibe given by the art, stone walls and retro lighting. These guys also do some good snacks... but seriously I'm quite saddened by the cocktails. When you think Tiki Bar you think long refreshing drinks, warmer shores, hospitality... but you get is quite different: short sweet cocktails in non inspiring glasses, a rather upperclass managerial attitude, and quite frosty service. Whilst the cocktails are okay, at £8-£9 a go, I don't think they warrant the price tag. They have unusual flavours, but I as a lover of great cocktails I found them quite mediocre. I know these guys aren't trying to complete with the likes of Mahiki or Trader Vic's, but it's just not what I expected from a Tiki theme bar. I know it's a little harsh, but even when comparing them to other non tiki bars they still don't like up to par. Great for a casual drink, and one of a kind atmosphere, but I wouldn't recommend this as regular night out. For a start the cocktail menu is very limited! read more

Trailer Happiness is every bit as kooky as the name suggests, and is all quirky 70s drapes and furnishings with a twist. It is home to the classic American Tiki drink, served up in your very own special-edtion Tiki mug (yes, really, you can buy one for £10 and they'll keep it behind the bar for you). Gin and Vodka martinis start at £4 and the Mai Tai and Zombies are firm favourites. We had a great night here with our little Tiki friends! The 'Kitschen' is worth a mention too, with classic Americana TV dinners being served with a large dollop of humour: I mean where else can you eat Alabama Black Snake Sesame Shrimp? read more

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I'm a huge fan of kitschy, retro things, and this place is no exception. It has a fantastic atmosphere, even if it does feel like going into the basement of a 1970's bachelor pad. Loads of friendly people congregated here, and the staff were all super-friendly (and knew their shiz)! Although I didn't go the tiki-route drink wise, I was served very delicious Bellini's all night. Will have to go back sometime to get a Tiki mug! Oh and a note, the loo's are unisex, which served me just fine as there wasn't a long queue for the ladies! read more

It probably doesn't come as a surprise that I, wait for it, L.O.V.E. a good theme bar. Back in the homeland of PDX, you couldn't throw a rock without hitting one, so whether it was a robotic space aged lounge or a tiki bar that would put the palm frond flailing gods to shame, one could easily get their theme on. Not so in Londontown. Enter Trailer Happiness. It's a bar with a tiki theme *and* a trailer theme. If you can even dream this big, imagine that of a retro bachelor pad, perhaps a pimped out Airstream trailer Burt Reynolds once occupied that Matthew McConaughey is now ironically rocking. I'll tell you what folks, there's nothing ironic about pure awesome. (The answer 'mustaches' would have also been accepted.) I mean, what's not love to love? I recommend descending into this glorious tacky trailer immediately if not sooner. Order an homage cocktail and pour one out for the homies in the NW. Plus there's booze. In Frankentiki mugs. Pure gold. read more

Do you want to pay £3 for a soda water and lime juice? No? But you're in west London, on Portobello Road in a basement bar covered in tiki crap and brown carpeting. You ungrateful sod. I came here with a group of friends. We had hired out the mini room to ourselves, it's two tables with circular seating. You could dance if you were so inclined but the DJ booth had a weird guy dressed like Waldo in it and that was freaking me out. My friends got two of the sharing cauldrons at £45 each. From what I could see it was mostly sugar and ice, so screw that. But they are assured me it was satisfyingly boozy. I thought the tattooed barman with the ponytail was rude and being charged 3 for some water and lime juice is a joke. The toilets are rancid and the novelty of being in a basement designed to look like a 70s Hawaiian bomb shelter wore off pretty quickly. They do, however, have the heating on full blast so it feels pretty authentically post-apocalyptic South Pacific in there. read more

What a fun spot on Portobello Road! In short; weird yet amazing drinks, ugly but fabulous Hawaii shirts, nice tunes and a good retro vibes! The decorations and the whole feel of the place is very kitsch starting from the strange art pieces on the walls to the butt ugly carpet covering the floor to the bar staff uniforms which in this case are Hawaii shirts in all colours of the rainbow. But in it's ugliness it all kind of works. The space is not very big but it's very popular (read: crowded as hell!). The drinks in this place are sure to put a smile on your face if for no other reason than to laugh at the crazyness. The showstopper drink was definitely the one they served for a group in a little grill. Yes a grill that they poor all kinds of alcohol in and then they light the bloody thing on fire and grill some fruit to go with your drink. It's quite ridiculous and therefore awesome! Their toilet was kind of weird as well as it is full on unisex. It's always a strange to wash your hands with a man, feels like you have walked into the wrong toilet lol. I do have to admit the place lives up to it's name as many elements just make you smile in there. So if you are looking for a fun retro hipster heaven on Portobello Rd, you have found just it! You're welcome ;) read more

Where else are you going to go to get a drink in a vessel the size of your head that will subsequently be set on fire at your table by a guy sporting a fireman's helmet? In a London basement establishment that looks like a time warp of a dudely pad from 1970s America (minus naked pictures of women on the walls)? I mean, come on, people. In order to get a table and couch from which to best enjoy the vantage point of your flaming drink, go on a weekday night. My Tuesday-evening visit found the place suitably busy with people, but not so crowded that I couldn't enjoy myself. Plus, I got some one-to-one interaction with the guy who runs the place because of it. A total winner. read more

Kitschy, fun, busy weekends. I always get lost finding it, and then find the nondescript door and see the topless female mannequin, know I'm in the right place, and head downstairs. The drinks are tasty, and the barkeeps are happy to invent a new drink for you as well. It's always nice when bartenders really care about their craft. I haven't seen a lot of mingling here - people mostly stay with the people they came with. I've had several of the "bites" they offer and they're quite tasty - island-inspired. Big drawback: if you sit on the entire west side of the basement bar (this includes the bar area and the few tables behind it on the street-side), you will smell the toilets. You'd think you'd get used to the smell, but you never do. They're separated from the bar by some hanging beads... an investment in a door would go far! read more

This bar has been on the scene for years. I have known many great bartenders to work at Trailer Happiness, but until now I had never been. I was impressed. The bar is relatively small and as the name suggests, it does resemble a 1970's trailer. It is cool in a fun way, and the staff reflect the kitsch décor, with a jovial attitude that is warming. The cocktail list has a quality connoisseur section, and tiki pages that are all about fun. The West Indies Yellow and the Tiki Grog are delicious. Cocktails start at around £7 which for the area is good. Trailer Happiness is a definite destination bar on the Portobello Road strip read more

For me, Trailer Happiness ticks all the boxes... kitch, classy and cool with fabulous tiki themed cocktails. Based on busy Portobello Road, this blink-and-you'll-miss-it bar is easy to pass so make sure you keep your eyes peeled for the yellow fish about it's door. Walking down the stairs is like taking a step back into the 60's. With sexy music, dim lighting, retro wall art it's hard not to loose yourself in the atomosphere of the place. I've only been here once, on a works night out, but as there was about ten of us we were lucky enough to be seated in "the den" - a little cubby hole to the side of the bar. There we were served delicious cocktails (cherry-lined pinacoladas for me!) and salty nachos with creamy guacamole. I was lucky enough not to have to pay attention to the price (which makes a lovely change!) but I couldn't help spotting that Trailer Happiness doesn't come without a hefty price tag. Perfect for dates, work nights out and drinks with the girls. The bar and crowd are happy and friendly... saving up to go again! read more

Upon entering, we squeezed down the stairs and wormed our way in- it was heaving! We were here for a friend's party and luckily she'd been sensible enough to reserve some seats. Bursting for the little boys room I weaved over to the loos only to discover they were unisex! Interesting. The downside to this being is, for a guy, you're having a wee in a public area or waiting for an absolute age for a free cubicle - the consquence of sharing with the laydeees! Got to the bar and got a round in. My G&Ts were completely upstaged by the girl next to me who'd ordered about 4 drinks in crazy tiki mugs and something called 'The Volcano'. A smouldering dish of drink shaped like an island which wouldn't look out of place on Blue Peter! I'll have one next time. Had fun in here, but it was too damned busy. Couldn't get to the bar often enough and i think I left with a couple of broken toes? I'd like to come back and try it out again though. read more

Fab decor, great location, but don't expect enough space to really enjoy a good dance on a Saturday night. My review is slightly coloured by the fact that there was a complete and utter nob trying to steal from her handbag by the bar.. I love a good crowded, sweaty bar as much as the next person but this place just didn't have enough space to really enjoy a dance. I'd like to try here again, perhaps on a weekday evening for cocktails and see if I am more impressed second time round. read more

4/5 - First visit: Go down the stairs to enter, and you will find yourself in a chic, retro lounge. The decor is fantastic - no way near as kitsch as I expected. It's all very classy yet unpretentious. Even though it was 10pm on a Friday night it wasn't very busy. We had no problem getting a seat, and were happy to be just across from the ceiling high picture of a beguiling oriental lady. The extensive drinks menu has something for everyone, and every price range. I can't wait to go mad and order one of the signature cocktails served in a "volcano" glass/bowl with a little flame in the middle - so adorable. For the meantime I can't stomach the £15+ pricetag, but I still plumped for a pricey £9 fruit punch (called something like Aztec Ako Ako?) purely because it came in a cute porcelain cup shaped like a Tiki man. My friend sensibly chose a gin+ginger mule type drink at a more reasonable £6.75. In short, you can pick your price, but may be tempted by the gimmicks.... There was a DJ in a nook playing forgettable music, and it wasn't too loud so we were able to converse comfortably - always a plus. Service was attentive, with a girl coming over and asking if we needed any more drinks. My friend was very taken with Trailer Happiness and is determined to make it one of our regular hangouts, and so far I am down with that idea. read more

'A Relaxed Rum Based Bar with Flare' Value for money - not quite. Service with a smile - yes. Authentic Taste - rum rum rum Would I drink here again - if I had a reason. I was expecting more from this venue when I walked in but with its small and cosy dark lit lounge style seating it had a funky eclectic life of its own. The bar was well stocked full of all types of rum, you name it 'spiced, sweet and sour'. The drinks for what they were mostly over priced. 9 pounds for basic house rum cocktails run into 10 and 12. Don't ask for cocktails or anything complicated in any other spirit because you will be left going thirsty. Service was quick, bar tenders friendly and knowledgable and the music whilst loud was old hits and remixes. This venue would suit a group of friends to catch up, a special group occasion but singles to find fun in the opposite sex not so much. Happy Drinking at Trailer Happiness. read more

Think of an island bar, stick in the middle of Portabello markets, and put some alcoholics and you've got Trailer Happiness. Now granted I made my way here with some fellow Rum fanatics after Rumfest, but this didn't take away from the massive delicious cocktails they were serving us. My favourite was the sharing zombie which was served in a volcano type dish and of course lit on fire! The bar has a great feel to it with lots of couches to chill in. The bartenders also have a tendency to periodically blow fireballs and spray the ceiling with high-alcohol solutions to keep the fire spreading. Brilliant. Overall, the prices are decent, the seats cosy, and the fire flooding ceiling great for warming up after a cold night out! read more

This place is perfect for a date or a chilled night with a group of friends. Its pretty Polynesian decor, perfectly intimate space and awesome, chillax soundtrack which transports you to the Caribbean somewhere really makes for a great bar. However, when it came to ordering food, even though the staff are super friendly and match the chilled out vibe of the place, I wasn't blown away by the four different dishes we ordered. We had dim sum, chicken crackers and fritters, and there was only one dish that I thoroughly enjoyed (the latter). It was the same case for the cocktails, I ordered three different ones and there was only one that I really enjoyed, the other two were just OK, which considering this is a cocktail bar, they should be more on point. Having said that, my date enjoyed all of his cocktails which were whisky-based, so maybe that's the way to go! read more

Highly recommended!! A little underground bar on portobello road. Easily missed if you are not careful but worth a visit. Downstairs is like a large living room with little areas for people to sit and drink. Music in the background was funk and soul, very easy and non intrusive. The staff are wonderfully pleasant and know their stuff. They are really what makes the place. They are a rum specialists and have created their own cocktails based on their own experiences. I had a very pleasant rum straight up and a very nice vodka cocktail. Quite reasonably priced for the quality of liquor. I had a little of the food whilst there but couldn't really comment but I think it is all well done and easily palatable. Overall the staff is what makes it but I can easily see myself venturing back for a lazy afternoon or evening of rum, good music, good service and good company. Xyz read more

What? I haven't reviewed this bar yet? It's fun place to drink with the only thing being taken seriously are the booze and the cocktails! Proper drinks here. Sadly, I think the quality's dropped (and the competition's increased) since Trailer H came along and helped revolutionize the London drinking scene. Still, it's a gem. read more

Trailer Happiness is a fantastic fun laid back bar. The crowd is relaxed and the bar staff know what they are doing and make great cocktails. The food's not bad either if you find yourself needing a snack. The downside is that because it is small it can become quite crowded on the weekend, and no room for dancing to the great tunes the DJ puts on. Also it closes quite early, the web site says until late but I wouldn't call 12:30am late. read more

It's not that I think the place is average, i quite like it here. But I'd never make a special trip to come here, and I'm actually not sure that I'd make a point of coming back. That to me = three stars. Took a while to find (no, I don't know why either, it's a bit of a eyesore, and you'd think the peoople sitting outside would be a bit of a giveaway), and the barstaff are very friendly. Cocktails are tasty (and cheap - rare you get a cocktail for under £7 these days - and in West London!) Its a nice place. Laid back enough to have a chat, but still lively. But there wasn't anything blowing me away. Not even my cocktail. If you're a Tiki bar, I expect your rum cocktails to kick ass, rather than just be "very nice". The three stars was cemented by the toilets. For some reason the men have to walk through the ladies to get to their loos. NO. Just no. You've ruined all sorts of bathroom gossiping right there. And honestly, I think there's some things that should be kept separate. Bathroom habits are one of them. Pop in if you're right by (and don't walk up the little stairs next to it) but don't get on a train to come here. read more

Trailer is one of the best spots in West London. Located in a basement with tiki decor, their rum and tequila-based cocktails always win. You'll always find good looking folks in Trailer and music that makes you feel good. They close at 12 -- perfect for the not-so-late-night folks who simply want to enjoy a good cocktail in good company. read more

It isn't really in a trailer but it is full of happiness. I'm full of happiness. Are you? I think you probably should be. read more

Trailer Happiness - The wonderful staff even put birthday candles on my (delicious) burger; how can you not love them for that?!? - Lounges Near Me - London, XGL

Really great vibe, delicious (& lethal!) cocktails! Great music too but it's quite loud so if you're trying to go somewhere to talk, this is probably not the place for you. read more

Was in Notting Hill area, so decided to get a drink nearby. Fun tiki bar retro vibes of 1950's-60's era. The bartenders are also dressed up which adds to the ambiance. Good recommendations, good drinks. Very chill area to just relax. Would return if I lived in the area! read more

Quirky retro bar worth visiting if you want to go where the locals go. Great for groups and heavy handed with the liquor. The bartender found it was my birthday and delivered a 73 proof flaming shot while my friends enjoyed tequila. Made some great memories here. read more

This was such a fun bar with great oldies music. The venue is a little small so if you get there too late you won't have any where to sit and they stop serving drinks at 11:00 :/ which was very surprising. read more

Stopped in on a Friday evening around 6:00. It wasn't very busy so hubby and I parked ourselves at the bar. The bartenders were friendly and we enjoyed the cocktails. It's not the full-on Tiki bar experience you'd expect from the Tonga Room or Trader Vic's, but it had a nice understated aura of kitsch. We enjoyed watching one of the staff prepare a flaming dish for another table. We'll go back sometime later in the evening to see what the post-dinner vibe is like. read more

located in the very cool Nottinghill area of london this little gem is a joy. On entering the downstairs you are faced with a dark but well lit small bar. Offering good seating and a bar with a great variety of drinks. From bottled beer to over the top cocktails, it can cater for everyone. Mainly though this place is for the trnedy, wealthy and celeb hunting people. Not one to be missed if you in the area for a friday or saturday night! read more

I organised a cocktails evening one night with a group of friends at Trailer Happiness and we were more than happy by the end of the night. The place is very kitsch with cocktails to match. We missed out on booking the Den area which is a private little area but had an area reserved for us nonetheless. The cocktails were fabulous and we even dared trying the Zombie cocktail which came out looking like a volcano with steam rising! Not for the faint hearted, let me tell you. They even claim on their website All of our Tiki drinks are absolutely guaranteed to be dangerous and delicious. Just what you want right! read more

Excellent little place , very large rum selection. Easily full on friday n saturday . Very cosy.

The perfect bar for a drink or two with the guys. Their variety is great, although we always order the same. It's just nice to have the option. The service is swift and it's unnatural to not be treated nicely there. read more

Trailer Happiness has been on the scene for a while, but it still has a devoted following. It's particularly popular for groups/small parties as you can reserve corner tables/areas or the "Den" (a more private area). I've been here several times with a group and have always had a great, relaxing night - there's no whiff of try-hard here as the ironic trash decor takes a backseat to the simply excellent cocktails. read more