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Wondering where to go for drinks this month? We’ve got your next night out covered with brand-new bar openings and the latest cocktail menus.
Whether it’s Hong Kong’s hottest drinking destination, an unmissable happy hour deal or a must-try new drinks menu, you’ll find it all in our ultimate guide to where to drink in Hong Kong. This month, we’re highlighting fantastical cocktail menus centring spring, childhood tales and more. Plus, keep scrolling for our picks of top bars and speakeasies in Hong Kong!
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New Drinks Menus And Cocktails This April
Spring-Inspired Cocktails At TopTown
“Blooming Spirits” features a range of fresh and floral concoctions by mixologist Jade Lau. We love the sound of the Absolut-ly Refreshing with vodka and peach Oolong tea and Summer in Havana, which infuses Aperol with lime juice. The spring drinks menu will be available from Thursday, 11 April.
Sassy Tip: Don’t miss TopTown’s happy hour that runs from Monday to Saturday, 5pm to 9pm – enjoy your first drink for just $10, followed by $50 per drink!
TopTown, 31/F, 28 Stanley Street, Central, Hong Kong, 2133 5769, www.oro-toptown.com
Room 309’s Room of Tales Cocktail Series
Step into this not-so-secret speakeasy for its new Room of Tales series, which features three chapters, each one with two enchanting stories (in the form of cocktails). Experience the childhood tales of Peter Pan, Prince Charming and the Kingdom of Agrabah in form of fantastical cocktails. Each series promises something different – and from our observation, the cocktails get punchier and stronger as the chapters go on!
Room 309, 3/F The Pottinger Hong Kong, 74 Queen’s Road Central, Central, Hong Kong, www.room309.hk
Holywell’s
If you’re yet to go to the cosy and antique Mrs. H’s Coffee House on Hollywood Road, this is your sign! Come sundown, enter the yellow door into The Holywell’s, a speakeasy decked with armchairs, bookshelves and intimate booths. The menu offers a series of carefully designed cocktails and mocktails that reference classic British flavours and culture – you’ll also find an alcohol-free Irish coffee! End the night by mailing a postcard at the letterbox to spread the word!
Holywell’s, 140 Hollywood Road, Tai Ping Shan, Hong Kong, www.instagram.com/mrs.h.coffeehouse
Top Cocktail Bars & Speakeasies In Hong Kong
ARGO – #28 World’s Best Bars 2022
Featuring a collection of the world’s most innovative spirits, paired with stunning interiors (your eyes will keep wandering to the small details that will elevate your whole experience), ARGO is a classy choice amongst bargoers in Hong Kong. Signature drinks here include the single-origin Negroni, the Argo Martini and the Red Rock Sazerac, but really: there’s no such thing as a bad choice here.
ARGO, Lobby, Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong, 8 Finance Street, Central, Hong Kong, 3196 8882, www.fourseasons.com/argo
COA – Asia’s #1 bar and World’s Best #17 for Mezcal lovers!
Topping the list of Asia’s 50 Best Bars for the past two years, this Oaxaca-inspired cocktail bar was opened by Jay Khan in 2017 with the mission to bring agave spirits to the forefront of Asia’s cocktail scene. Boasting an impressive 41-page spirit menu, COA serves a diverse range of 100-percent agave tequila, traditional mezcal and cocktails inspired by the flavours of Mexico. With its inviting, candle-lit interior, this drinking den is the perfect stop for weekend drinks or date night.
COA, LG/F, Wah Shin House, 6-10 Shin Hing Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, 2813 5787, www.coa.com.hk
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The Diplomat – A go-to skip-the-crowd bar
The Diplomat needs no introduction as it’s one of the city’s top drinking destinations. The first speakeasy concept opened by acclaimed bartender John Nugent, it specialises in reimagined classic cocktails (try the Gibson and Tuxedo), with mini cocktails available for those who want to sample more than one. This classy neighbourhood cocktail bar is always buzzing with energy and high spirits.
The Diplomat, Shop 1, LG/F, H Code, 45 Pottinger Street, Central, Hong Kong, 3619 0302, www.thediplomat.hk
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The Old Man – Bar with chic interior design
Tucked away in a corner of Aberdeen Street is The Old Man, an award-winning speakeasy inspired by Ernest Hemingway’s The Old Man and the Sea. Helmed by bartender Agung Prabowo (previously of Lobster Bar and Mandarin Oriental), cocktails on offer here carry a sophisticated Hemingway-Asian theme to match the tastefully styled interiors.
The Old Man, LG/F, 37 Aberdeen Street, Central, Hong Kong, theoldmanhongkong.com
DarkSide – Premium cocktails, live jazz and classy interiors
Paying homage to Kowloon’s “Dark Side” moniker, The Rosewood Hotel’s swanky cocktail parlour houses a coveted selection of dark spirits that harkens back to the early 19th century, alongside an extensive library of fine rum, whisky and calvados. Lounge on the al fresco terrace, soak in the harbour views and splurge on a premium cocktail — you deserve it!
DarkSide, Level Two, Rosewood Hong Kong, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 3891 8732, www.darkside.hk
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The Pontiac – The best LGBTQ+ bar in Hong Kong
With a rough and retro rock ‘n’ roll vibe, Soho’s local dive bar The Pontiac is seriously cool. The all-female staff keep it real with strong drinks, plenty of shots and a hell of a lot of fun. This is where you need to go if you’re looking for a wild night out with your friends — trust us, you won’t regret it.
The Pontiac, 13 Old Bailey Street, Central, Hong Kong, 2521 3855, www.facebook.com/thepontiac
Hong Kong’s first fully zero-waste bar Penicillin has taken the culinary world by storm with its sustainable farm-to-bar movement. The magic happens in The Penicillin Lab and Fermentation Chamber, where the mixologist team tests new and creative ways to minimise their carbon footprint while coming up with clever concoctions.
Penicillin, L/G, Amber Lodge, 23 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong, 9880 7995, penicillinbar.com
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Dr. Fern’s Gin Parlour – One of the best gin bars in Hong Kong
A hidden gem within The Landmark, Dr.Fern’s is an absolute must for gin lovers. Using organic and locally-sourced ingredients and botanicals, and only premium gin, Dr. Fern’s cocktails are sure to cure any ailment. Tucked away in a corner, you’ll find two tiny office doors — one full-sized and one Alice in Wonderland-sized — that hint at the doctor’s office behind.
Dr Fern’s Gin Parlour, Shop B31A, First Basement Floor, Landmark Atrium, 15 Queen’s Road Central, Central, Hong Kong, 2111 9449, www.mingfathouse.com
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Foxglove – Live jazz nights perfect for girls’ night out
Hidden behind what appears to be an umbrella store on Duddell Street, Foxglove oozes old-school luxury and charm. Expect live jazz nights from this vintage-inspired bar, a decadent menu based on traditional Cantonese favourites and a refined atmosphere. Drinks buffs will love the rare selection of cognacs and spirits, along with fine whiskies and expertly crafted cocktails.
Foxglove, 2/F, Printing House, 6 Duddell Street, Central, Hong Kong, 2116 8949, www.mingfathouse.com
Frank’s Library – The best hidden bar in Hong Kong
Another speakeasy hidden within Foxglove, this discreet space is behind a hidden door in the bar and restaurant (find the hidden elevator buttons and hit the right number to gain entrance to Frank’s secret library!), and serves a menu of “Travel Diary Cocktails”, inspired by its namesake, Frank Minza.
Frank’s Library, 18 Ice House Street, Central, Hong Kong, www.facebook.com/frankslibrary
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Quality Goods Club – An all-rounder option for nights out
Brought to us by the guys behind Shady Acres and Honky Tonks Tavern, Quality Goods Club brings together music, delicious bites and, of course, top-notch drinks for a night to remember in Soho. Signature cocktails and fine spirits in vintage crystal decanters are what this location does best, complemented by exceptional brasserie-style fare.
Quality Goods Club, Basement, On Lok House, 39-43 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong, www.facebook.com/thequalitygoodsclub
The Green Door – Hidden bar in Central with great drinks, food and vibes!
Look for the green door among in the alleys of Graham Street and enter an underground oasis flowing with creative cocktails, wines and plenty of good eats. The Green Door is a great option for getting together with friends and colleagues, and also for date nights. Go in the early evening for a lively and buzzing vibe but as the night progresses, it will get packed!
The Green Door, LG/F, Welley Building, 97 Wellington Street, Central, Hong Kong, Instagram: @thegreendoor.bar
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Main image courtesy of TopTown, image 1 courtesy of TopTown, image 2 courtesy of Room 309, image 3 courtesy of Holywell’s, image 4 courtesy of argobarhk via Instagram, image 5 courtesy o The Diplomat Hong Kong via Facebook, image 6 courtesy of The Old Man Hong Kong via Facebook, image 7 courtesy of The Pontiac via Facebook, image 8 courtesy of Foxglove via Facebook, image 9 courtesy of thegreendoor.bar via Instagram.
