Hong Kong beer is a rising trend in the city, with breweries, taprooms, and gastropubs popping up. Sample some ales, stouts, and IPAs at these beer bars in Hong Kong.
Whether it’s Oktoberfest or not, Hong Kong’s drinking culture is certainly one for the books. The gin and whisky bars have gotten a hold of the city and never looked back. However, there’s a new drinking trend on the rise: Hong Kong craft beer. Whether it’s a hoppy IPA or a tangy sour, the wide selection of brews has garnered a fervent community of craft beer enthusiasts. As such, breweries, taprooms, and gastropubs are becoming a staple of the local nightlife and restaurant scene. Check out our list to find the best beer bars in Hong Kong.
Crack one open at these beer bars in Hong Kong
1. Ho Lan Jeng
Although Lan Kwai Fong may be more popular for shots of hard liquor, one of the best beer bars in Hong Kong is actually tucked up on the second floor of LKF29. A phonetic play on describing something as “so f*cking good” in Canto, Ho Lan Jeng is all about spotlighting Hong Kong’s craft beer scene in its neon sign-laden interior. Along with its plates of modern Canto fusion grub are rarer flavours from local breweries, like Moonzen, Breer, and more.
Ho Lan Jeng, 2/F, LKF29, 29 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2342 2224
2. Brewdog
Bringing the top dogs (no pun intended) of the UK craft beer world to the heart of Central, Brewdog features 16 taps of ice cold pours – including its famous Punk IPA. The place to be for fresh draught stouts, pale ales, and more, this gastropub offers a solid menu of burgers, hot wings, and even healthy salads to keep your pints coming without hitting the floor. Frequently featuring guest taps from local breweries, this no-nonsense bar has chill vibes, but takes its craft brews seriously.
Brewdog, 8 Lyndhurst Terrace, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2219 9905
3. Moonkok
One of the most popular beer bars in Hong Kong, Moonkok is a unique taproom inspired by Cantonese culture and Chinese mythology. There are numerous locations across the city from Mong Kok to Central, making any of its outlets perfectly convenient for grabbing a cold one. Serving an extensive selection of beers alongside Insta-worthy aesthetics, Moonkok transports you back to old Hong Kong with an Asian-Western twist.
Moonkok has locations across Hong Kong.
4. Second Draft
From the popular local brewer Young Master comes Second Draft, proudly touted as your friendly neighbourhood gastropub. Showcasing craft brews from Young Master Brewery as well as local and international beers, highballs, and more, Second Draft houses over 23 taps at style-specific temperatures. With tiled walls and old industrial-chic vibes, this gastropub is one of our faves for East-meets-West bar snacks, sandwiches, and sweeties.
Second Draft, H01, Fashion Walk, 9 Kingston Street, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, p. 5648 0770
5. The Globe
Located in the heart of SoHo, The Globe meets its large space with an even larger drinks menu. This British gastropub is a member of the Craft Beer Association and has more ales, sours, IPAs, and ciders than you can imagine. With a wide selection of brews on tap and by the bottle, every craft beer enthusiast should have The Globe on their radar. Serving classic British fare, you should definitely snag a bite of the pies between sips as well.
The Globe, Garley Building, 45-53A Graham Street, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2543 1941
6. The Ale Project (TAP)
The first craft beer taproom in Kowloon, and one of the earliest beer bars in Hong Kong, The Ale Project (TAP) is a favourite amongst the craft brew scene. It draws together a strong community of local (and loyal) beer enthusiasts. With 18 local and imported taps, the large drinks menu includes a diverse selection, plus a wide range from the Young Master brewery. Wanna grab a bite on the side? The food here is comforting yet quirky, with “Lap Yuk” mac ‘n’ cheese and duck egg yolk “Golden Fries” as the all-time bestsellers.
The Ale Project (TAP), G/F, 19 Hak Po Street, Mong Kok, Hong Kong, p. 2468 2010
7. Blue Supreme
A jovial gastropub in Sheung Wan, Blue Supreme sets itself apart from other beer bars in Hong Kong with its emphasis on live beers. These bottle-conditioned “live” beers undergo secondary fermentation from the wild yeast added at the end, making them a pretty cool try. However, if these aren’t up your alley, Blue Supreme also has a number of craft beers from local and international breweries on the menu. Offering modern American bistro fare alongside its pours, this cosy spot is ideal for both casual drinkers and dedicated hop-heads.
Blue Supreme, G/F, 21 Tung Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, p. 5998 3088
8. Yardleys Taproom
On the bustling Peel Street sits an exciting beer bar from one of Hong Kong’s finest craft breweries, Yardley Brothers. Housing 12 taps of fresh beer, the taproom features signature favourites and limited-release pours, pulled nightly by friendly beertenders. With ales, sours, stouts, barrel-aged beers, guest taps, and even a traditional English cask ale beer engine, there’s always a quality brew for your palate here.
Yardleys Taproom, 62 Peel Street, Central, Hong Kong, p. 5592 3557
