Located on the top of the Peninsula Hotel Tower, one of the most famous hotels in Hong Kong, the creation of renowned avant-garde designer Philippe Starck, Felix is graced with breathtaking views of Victoria Harbour that has long been the city’s favourite. It is the perfect place to watch the Symphony of Light.

The bar attracts the high rollers of the city with its fleet of Rolls Royce’s ready to accommodate its VIP guests. The venue plays home to an exciting lineup of music playlists, DJs and special mixologist showcase with spectacular contemporary European cuisine by Chef de Cuisine Juan Gomez who brings a flair to Felix’s menu with an impressive resume boasting international achievements and awards.

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Address: The Peninsula Hong Kong, Salisbury Road, 28/F The Peninsula Tsim Sha Tsui
Operating Hours: Mon-Sun: 5:30pm - 12am. Sunday brunch: 11:30 - 3:30pm
Tel: +852 2696 6778
Website: www.peninsula.com
Email: diningphk@peninsula.com
Nearest MTR: Tsim Sha Tsui Station

As the first tiki bar in Asia, 29th in Asia’s Best 50 Bars 2016 and The Word on Rum in Hong Kong, Honi Honi Tiki Cocktail Lounge embodies the spirit of tiki culture with a delectable mix of modern Polynesian and island inspired drinks nestled in the heart of the city. Named after a Polynesian greeting meaning “kiss kiss”, Honi Honi Cocktail Lounge is a haven of elegance and design, serving up the freshest cocktails concocted by seasoned drink connoisseur and partner Max Traverse. Matching Max’s unique style and sophisticated service, Honi Honi brings back a time when a bartender could concoct exactly the right tipple for clientele he would know by name.

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Address: 3/F, Somptueux Central, 52 Wellington St, Central
Operating Hours: Tues: 4:00pm - 1am, Wed-Sat: 4:00pm - 2am, Sun & Mon: Closed
Tel: +852 2353 0885
Website: honihonibar.com
Email: info@honihonibar.com
Nearest MTR: Central Station

This British colonial-themed restaurant and bar is situated within
a beautiful boutique hotel on Hong Kong’s very own historic Pottinger Street (Stone Slab Street). Using tea and spices as a key element in its menus, it brings back a bygone era to life, where our food and drinks are a modern take on the British's influences on South Asia culinary experiences. The Envoy encompasses both an indoor and outdoor area, where a retreat from the city can be found to savour.

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Address: 3/F, The Pottinger Hong Kong, 74 Queen's Road Central, Central
Operating Hours: Mon - Thu: 12:00pm - 12am, Fri - Sat: 12:00pm - 2am, Sun: 12:00pm - 10pm
Tel: +852 2169 3311
Website: www.theenvoy.hk
Email: info@theenvoy.hk
Nearest MTR: Central Station

The Pontiac is not just your average cocktail and dive bar, it has got a lot more to offer, a perfect place for you who love rock and roll, complete with a juke box that will ensure the flow of your favorite songs. It has a back bar that's all killer and no filler, plus a banging selection of cocktails.

Beckaly Franks is at the helm of it. Before becoming Hong Kong’s First Lady of mixology, Franks was the head of the famed Portland bar Clyde Common. Since moving to the big city, she’s been leading her pack of coyotes to victory — becoming one of Asia’s 50 best bars. With her vivacious personality and infectious smile, she crafts imaginative yet easy-going cocktails, much like the bar itself. Call in for happy hour from 5-8pm, every day. Dancing on the tables actively encouraged.

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Address: 13 Old Bailey St, Central
Operating Hours: Mon - Sat: 3:00pm - 1:00am, Sun: 3:00pm - 10:00pm
Tel: +852 2521 3855
Website: www.facebook.com/thepontiac
Nearest MTR: Central Station

This chic salon is a mix between fine art exhibitions and fine dining, this expansive Central venue leaves most of its appeal to mystery. Boasting a spacious terrace and elegant interiors, Duddell’s specialises in traditional Cantonese cuisine to contrast with its cosmopolitan décor. The menu consists of comforting Cantonese staples such as baked abalone, crispy suckling pig, and fried lobster with innovative twists. Also serving great Chinese-inspired cocktails at its trendy ‘Salon’ bar.

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Address: Level 3, Shanghai Tang Mansion, 1 Duddell Street, Central
Operating Hours: Mon-Wed: 12pm-12am, Thurs-Sat:12pm-1am, Sun:12pm-11pm
Tel: +852 6258 1344
Website: www.duddells.co
Email: info@duddells.co
Nearest MTR: Central Station

The Wise King, its name pays tribute to Alfonso X of Castile, a 13th-century Spanish monarch who allegedly contributed to the creation of the country’s culinary tradition that celebrates the golden age and rise of tapas food and drinking culture. Founded by two celebrated mixologists, Joe Villanueva and Sandeep Kumar, this cozy little spot in the heart of Central focuses on an exploration through the sensation of sight, taste, and sound with warm and welcoming hospitality from a team of service professionals.

Try the signature cocktail named after Alfonso himself, El Sabio or The Wise, featuring spiced peach and pineapple wine reduction with Cava, with a side of patatas bravas in the intimate space with plush velvet seats and golden Damask-style wallpaper.

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Address: 25 Staunton Street, Basement, Soho, Tsung Wing Ln, Central
Operating Hours: Mon - Thu: 6:00pm - 1am, Fri - Sat: 6:00pm - 2am
Tel: +852 6258 1344
Website: www.thewiseking.com
Email: info@thewiseking.com
Nearest MTR: Central Station

Tell Camellia takes a cocktail bar to the new level. Named after Camellia sinensis, the bush plant of tea, the bar uses modern techniques and cutting-edge equipment to create unique drinks highlighting the flavors of the world’s finest teas.

Founded by Sandeep Hathiramani and Gagan Gurung, two Hong Kong bar industry veterans, who conceptualised this hidden gem, the bar has been carefully designed to complement the experience. Contemporary with a distinctive Japanese touch, the deep green walls, light wooden beams and subdued lighting give this intimate bar a warm and relaxing atmosphere, perfect for a date night.

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Address: Car Po Commercial Building, LG/Floor , H Code 45 pottinger street Entrance alley on 48 Cochrane Street also, Central
Operating Hours: Sun - Thu: 2:00pm - 1:00am, Fri - Sat: 2:00pm - 2:00am
Tel: +852 6038 4020
Website: tellcamellia instagram page
Email: info@tellcamellia.com
Nearest MTR: Central Station

Tucked away on the fourth floor of an anonymous Wan Chai commercial building, this sophisticated Japanese-style bar, headed by ‘bartender-in-chief’ Masahiko Endo, who is usually impeccably attired in a white dinner jacket and bow tie, is the ultimate gateway to everything that is superb, stylish and classic.

It is a sanctuary serving up premium and rare whiskeys primarily from Japan and Scotland, as well as a list of signature, or bespoke cocktails. Aside from rare (whiskey) bottlings and expertly crafted cocktails, the bar incorporates a full-on terrace (complete with karesansui, or a traditional Japanese zen garden) where guests can relax... with a cigar.

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Address: 4/F, Kiu Yin Commercial Building, 361-363 Lockhart Rd, Wan Chai
Operating Hours: Mon - Sun: 6:00pm - 3am
Tel: +852 3571 9797
Website: www.mizunarathelibrary.com
Nearest MTR: Wan Chai Station

Expect only the best at Quinary, with Diageo World Class 2015 Hong Kong & Macau Champion Antonio Lai at the helm, the bar celebrates flavour and aroma combined together with different textures, appearances and even sounds will challenge every preconception held about cocktails — hence, a Multisensory experience.

The must-try is its signature Earl Grey Caviar Martini, a heavenly mix of vodka, elderflower syrup, apple juice, Cointreau, lemon and lime, earl grey caviar but don’t hesitate to put your taste buds to other adventures, try the Bloody Mary (wasabi-redistilled vodka, homemade bloody mary mix, lemon and tomato juice, or the Oaked Havana (Havana rum, Cointreau, Martini Rosso, bitters – punchy, strong yet balanced and Cointreau rounded) – or A Touch of Rose (Blackcurrant vodka, Monin rose and violet reduction, champagne, where the floral flavours have been crafted in-house.

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Address: 56, 58 Hollywood Rd, Central
Operating Hours: Sat to Thu: 6:00pm - 1am, Fri: 6:00pm - 2am
Tel: +852 2851 3223
Website: www.quinary.hk
Email: info@quinary.hk
Nearest MTR: Central Station

DarkSide is a sophisticated, timeless celebration of rare aged spirits and confident classic cocktails complemented by sultry live jazz. Its dark spirits selection spans back to the early 19th century and includes exclusive casks of single-harvest tawny port from 1969 and Grande Champagne cognac aged in oak, as well as an extensive library of choice rum, whisky and calvados. The concise cocktail list pays homage to Kowloon’s “Dark Side” moniker and focuses on time-honoured traditions updated with innovative techniques.

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Address: Rosewood Hong Kong Victoria Dockside, 18 Salisbury Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui
Operating Hours: Sat to Thu: 6:00pm - 1am, Fri: 6:00pm - 2am
Tel: +852 3891 8732
Website: www.darkside.hk
Email: hongkong.restaurants@rosewoodhotels.com
Nearest MTR: Tsim Sha Tsui Station