Just the thing to ring in a birthday or round out a rowdy brunch, here are our picks for the best karaoke bars in the city — for when you feel like letting your inner diva out.
We’re going to be honest; we’re pretty big fans of karaoke. You can often find us singing along to tunes in the office so it’s not a surprise that after a few drinks, karaoke is where you’ll find us. And with a whole host of options in the city, we think it’s the perfect thing to end a rowdy brunch, ring in a birthday or head to when all other bars close. Whether you’re power-ballad mad, can’t get enough of 90s boy bands or are a Disney fan through and through — here are the best karaoke spots in Hong Kong, for when you feel like letting your inner diva out…
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SugarK – Next-level DMX lighting with endless music options in Causeway Bay
Blade Runner meets karaoke heaven at SugarK, a sprawling 20,000-square-foot venue with 51 rooms. Its highlight is the V388 VIP room, featuring a bar, stage, DJ booth, and even a darts area – it’s basically a mini nightclub! With state-of-the-art DMX lighting that syncs with your tunes and a song selection ranging from local classics to the latest international hits, you’ll never want to leave. Plus, the K Lunch deal offers three hours of free karaoke with lunch – talk about a steal!
SugarK, 3/F, Lok Sing Center, 2-8 Sugar Street, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, 3904 0968, www.sugark.com.hk
Red MR – A well-known local karaoke hotspot
One of the most popular karaoke spots in Hong Kong (a local icon, we must say), you’re more than likely to have wound up in Red MR at least once. Prices for standard rooms vary depending on which location you’re in. If you’re planning a big party and have a large group, check out Red MR’s party rooms, fitting between 8 to 20 people.
Red MR, various locations across Hong Kong, www.redmr.com
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Cosmos@RedMr – Sing favourites from all eras at this upscale but casual environment
Cafe by day and a bar by night, Cosmos@RedMr is a polished karaoke bar where you can expect plush chairs, separate dance floors, good food and free-flow drinks. Team Sassy did one of our socials here and belted out to Backstreet Boys, Spice Girls, Alicia Keys and more — you know the drill!
Cosmos@RedMr, 2/F, 482 Jaffe Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, 3125 3113, www.cosmoshongkong.com
Canton Pot – VIP karaoke lounge in hot pot venue in Mong Kok
Who would’ve thought that hot pot and karaoke could be the perfect combo? At Canton Pot, located in Lodgewood Mong Kok, you can enjoy the best of both worlds. Its VIP room has everything you need for an epic night: microphones, a sound system, a large TV screen, and enough space for up to 12 guests. With minimum charges of $6,000 from Sunday to Thursday and $7,000 from Friday to Saturday, you can belt out your favourite tunes and then refuel with bubbling bowls of hot pot goodness.
Canton Pot, 2/F, Lodgewood by Nina Hospitality | Mong Kok, 1131 Canton Road, Mong Kok, Kowloon, Hong Kong, WhatsApp: 5971 0088, www.ninahotelgroup.com
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String Champagne Karaoke Club – Members-only karaoke & drinking venue in Wan Chai
Serious about your karaoke game? Then you need to join Club String, a members-only karaoke and drinking club. This spot features top-of-the-line karaoke systems where you can pick songs directly from your phone – talk about high-tech! The VIP suites each boast a private washroom, with one suite featuring a pool table and the other an electronic dart game.
String Champagne Karaoke Club, 20/F, Lucky Centre, 165-171 Wan Chai Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, 2866 8320, www.clubstring.com
Junk Boats
Did you know that many junk boats also come fully equipped with karaoke systems? Meaning we can not only enjoy one of our favourite summertime activities but we can sing our little hearts out whilst at sea? Forget the banana boats, after a few drinks, we’re all about the karaoke!
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Private Party Rooms Across Hong Kong
Similar to junk boats, private party rooms more often than not come with a karaoke machine amongst other facilities like Nintendo Switch, ball pits, billiards table and more. The trick here is to find ones with a good range of language songs and a machine that operates in English so contact the venues beforehand.
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Junels Restobar – Laidback Filipino eatery with open karaoke
Bond with strangers over your choice of karaoke songs! Junels Restobar is a Filipino eatery in Sai Ying Pun with an open karaoke bar for you to sing to your heart’s content and keep the good food coming. Alternatively, you can book the entire venue for private parties.
Junels Restobar, G/F, 7 On Ning Lane, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong, 5182 8725, www.facebook.com/junelsrestobar
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Neway – A leading karaoke chain with multiple outlets and affordable rates
Another of the 852’s most-loved karaoke bars. Neway has various branches across Hong Kong including Wan Chai, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon Bay, Tsuen Wan and Causeway Bay. So you’ll always be able to find one when the urge to sing kicks in! Similar to Red MR, prices vary depending on location but prime-time spots in Wan Chai will cost you $249 and up on weekends.
CEO Neway, various locations across Hong Kong, www.newaykb.com
Editor’s Note: “The Best Karaoke Bars in Hong Kong” was most recently updated in July 2024 by Catherine Pun. With thanks to Annie Simpson and Fashila Kanakka for their contribution.
Main image courtesy of Sassy Media Group, image 1 courtesy of SugarK, image 2 courtesy of Red MR via Facebook, image 3 courtesy of Cosmos@RedMr via Facebook, image 4 courtesy of Canton Pot via Facebook, image 5 courtesy of String Champagne Club via Facebook, image 6 courtesy of Seayou Explorer via Facebook, image 7 courtesy of Party Room via Facebook.