Looking for a cheap night out with loads of delicious drinks and indulgent finger food? These are the best happy hours in Hong Kong that you need to know about
Planning on a fun night out to bond with your colleagues or friends? We recommend checking out these popular karaoke bars, live music venues and stand-up comedy in Hong Kong. But if you simply want to grab some drinks and talk about the latest TV shows (or real-life dramas), these are the best happy hours in Hong Kong that you will want to indulge in right now.
Looking for the best happy hours in Hong Kong? We got you
Mudita
Could this be the cheapest happy hour in Hong Kong? Roll into Mudita every Monday-Friday and score your first drink for just 5$! Every drink after this has 50% off, AND it runs from 5-11pm: boo-ya!
Mudita, G/F, Shun Ho Tower, 24-30 Ice House Street, Central, Hong Kong
The Pontiac
Ponty Hour runs Monday-Saturday from 5-8pm at The Pontiac in Central. Enjoy house pours for just $40 or a range of cocktails, including Negronis and Daiquiris for just $50. The fact that the staff are amazing and the vibe is a refreshing change from the usual HK Hang makes us love it even more.
Read our full review of The Pontiac.
The Pontiac, 13 Old Bailey Street, SoHo, Hong Kong, p. 2521 3855
Ask for Alonzo
If you’re in Tai Hang or Quarry Bay after work, then you’re going to want to head for Ask for Alonzo. Between 3-8pm every day, a selection of their Italian wines and proseccos are reduced to $38.
Ask for Alonzo has branches in Quarry Bay and Tai Hang
Cornerstone
Negroni fans! Cornerstone is serving the classic cocktail (made with Applewood gin nonetheless) with a side of fancied up cheese on toast from 14:30-18:30pm daily. Go in for happy hour, and stay for dinner at Shane Osborn’s second restaurant in HK.
Cornerstone, 49 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong, p. 6809 9771
Armoury
Head in to Armoury in Tai Kwun and score drinks for just $50 every single day between 3-8pm. Whether you’re looking for wine, beer or a fancy cocktail, this social hub is the place to be after work.
Armoury, GF, Armoury Building, Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong
Chez Trente
Part art gallery, part bar, Chez Trente in SoHo offers a great selection of craft beers and other drinks from Hong Kong and other countries with prices ranging from $25 to $50. Their happy hour starts from 5pm to 8pm on weekdays, and 3pm to 8pm on Saturdays and Sundays. Definitely one of the best happy hours in Hong Kong for art lovers.
Read our interview with Chez Trente.
Chez Trente, 6 Chung Wo Lane, SoHo, Central, Hong Kong, p. 9808 4192
Hemingways
In Discovery Bay and looking for some of the best happy hours in Hong Kong? You can’t beat Hemingways for its great location, complete with ocean views. Pull up a seat and indulge in $35 drinks from 4-7pm, Monday-Friday. All standard drinks, including a selection of beers, wines and spirits are included, so it’s definitely the place to be when you’re in need of a happy hour tipple.
Hemingways, Shop GO9, Block A, Discovery Bay Plaza, Hong Kong, p. 2987 8804
Cruise
Speaking of rooftop bars in Hong Kong, you can’t miss out on Cruise in North Point. We’re big fans of its outdoor terrace, as well as its Happy Moments offer with up to 30% off on selected drinks from Monday to Friday from 4:30-7:30pm.
Cruise, 23/F (West Tower) Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour, North Point Estate Lane, North Point, Hong Kong, p. 3896 9898
Chi Chi Cham
We think this is definitely one of the best happy hours in Hong Kong! The CrazyHappy Hour at Chi Chi Cham runs from 3-8pm every week day, starting at just $30 for bottle beer and moving up to $35 for wine and bubbles and $40 for draft beer. It’s also a great spot to indulge in some nibbles from the izakaya menu (we love the Japanese sweet potato.)
Chi Chi Cham, 53 Peel Street, SoHo, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2386 9718
Vault
You’ll be hard pressed to find a better happy hour in Hong Kong than this one. At Vault in central, Happy Hour runs from 7-10pm (perfect for the after-work crowd), with first drink just $5, second $25 and third $45. On top of that, if you want to free-flow, it’s $300 for two hours during happy hour, or $400 for three hours. Cheers to that.
Vault, 2/F, Unit E Ho Lee Commercial Building, 38-44 D’Aguilar Street, Lan Kwai Fong, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2539 6503
Pinot Duck
Tired of missing happy hours? Head to Wan Chai and indulge in Pinot Duck’s all-day happy hour. Diners can enjoy a two-for-one special on an extensive range of draft and beers such as Moonzen Jade Emperor IPA $70 or delightful cocktails from $120. Don’t just take our words for it, this fantastic deal is available weekdays between 11:30 am – 10:30 pm.
Pinot Duck, G/F, 18 Lun Fat Street, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, p. 2891 1177
Sensu by Gosango
If you’re on the hunt for happy hours in Hong Kong that bring the food, then you may want to check out Sens by Gosangu. From 5:30-7:30pm every day, they offer a free mini burger with every alcohol or mocktail purchase.
Sensu by Gosango, 1F, Tower, 535 Jaffe Rd, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
PIIN Wine Restaurant
Wine lovers, this one’s for you! From 5:30-8:00pm every night, enjoy Bar Hour at PIIN Wine Restaurant in Central. Sample a wine flight of three premium wines alongside a bar snack (think crispy black and golden tofu) for just $350, and cure any lingering work stress in the process.
PIIN Wine Restaurant, 2/F, H Code, 45 Pottinger Street, Central, Hong Kong
Posto Pubblico
New York-Italian eatery Posto Pubblico offers happy hours at $198 with antipasti offered on the bar. Grab some good-looking Peronis, wines, standard drinks and highballs during their happy hour!
Posto Pubblico, G/F, 28 Elgin Street, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2577 7160
Rula Live
Enjoy a 50% off discount on select beers, wines, ciders, and spirits everyday from 4-9pm at Rula Live in LKF.
Find out why Rula Live is also one of our fave Irish bars in Hong Kong.
Rula Live, G/F, 58-62 D’Aguilar Street, Lan Kwai Fong, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2179 5225
Fishsteria
For those who fancy seafood and drinks, Fishsteria could satisfy your appetite. From 5-7pm, customers can order delicious oysters for just $10 with any drink purchased at this oyster and cocktail bar. What a deal!
Fishsteria, New Fortune House, Shop 3, G/F, 2-5A New Praya, Kennedy Town, Hong Kong, p. 2343 8111
Honi Honi Tiki Coktail Lounge
Embrace the tiki magic at the Honi Honi Sunset Hour, and get your drink on from 4-7pm every Monday through Friday. With prices starting from just $35, knock back some beers or half-price specialty cocktails before you hit the town.
Honi Honi Tiki Cocktail Lounge, 3/F, Somptueux Central, 52-54 Wellington Street, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2353 0885
Gradini
Looking for the best happy hours? Gradini wants you to sparkle during happy hour, so they offer Prosecco-Tio between 5-9pm every day. For $78, enjoy drinks from the bubbly collection and complimentary sample plates of cheese and cold cuts. Bellisimo!
Gradini Bar, 74 Queen’s Road Central, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2308 3088
Levels
If you’re all about that club life, then you will love the happy hour at Levels. Grab 2-for-1 standard drinks between 6–11pm from Monday to Saturday, and save your cash for when the party gets started later in the night! Definitely one of the best happy hours in Hong Kong.
Find out why Levels is one of the best clubs in Hong Kong.
Levels, 2/F, On Hing Building, 1 On Hing Terrace, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2850 6826
208 Duecento Otto
From 5-7pm at everyone’s favourite Sheung Wan bar, join L’Aperitivo Italiano and indulge in afterwork snacks and drinks, including complimentary antipasti. 208 Duecento Otto also runs a 2-for-1 deal between 3-7pm, which includes Peroni, house wines and espresso martinis. Drink up at one of the best happy hours in the city!
Of course 208 Duecento Otto also makes it to our list of best Italian restaurants in Hong Kong.
208 Duecento Otto, 208 Hollywood Road, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, p 2549 0208
Bungalow
With the perfect Central location, Bungalow is a great spot to meet the crew after work. From Monday to Saturday between 12 and 10pm, get 50% off all beverages, from bubbly to cocktails and everything in-between!
Bungalow, Shop 2, G/F, The Centrium, 60 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2623 7868
Saigon Mi Hour
We think this is one of the best happy hours in Hong Kong for those who like a little nibble with their beer… From 5-8pm on weekdays at Le Petit Saigon in Wan Chai, chow down on half a Banh Mi Thit and sip on an ice cold Saigon Special Beer for just $58. Think eating is cheating? Grab the beer for just $28. Hang out with your work besties and add some Vietnamese flavour to your life.
Read more about Le Petit Saigon.
Le Petit Saigon, 16 Wing Fung Street, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, p. 2455 2499
The Optimist
Friendly service? Check. Beautiful interiors? Check Great drinks? Check! The Optimist in Wan Chai is a wonderful spot for an afterwork tipple, serving The Optimistic Hour between 5 and 7:30pm, Monday to Sunday. Grab a selection of wines, cocktails and beers for just $48, and wash your drink down with some of their signature Padron Peppers – yum.
The Optimist, G-2/F, 239 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, p. 2433 3324
Bizou
At American Brasserie Bizou in Pacific Place, guests can enjoy two-for-one cocktails, wines and beers between 4-7pm. Guests are also treated to complimentary canapes that include a variety of cheeses, charcuterie and other tasty morsels created in the kitchen. We suggest trying the Illusion cocktail that is made with Butterfly Pea Infused 100% Agave Tequila and is bright purple.
Read our full review of Bizou.
Bizou, Shop 132, L1, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong, p. 2871 0775
Dragon-I
From 5-9pm Wednesday through Friday, Moët & Chandon Ice Imperial is served free-flow at Dragon-I, allowing party people to delight in its vibrant and fruity bubbly deliciousness. As responsible hosts, the team also looks after you in the food department, giving guests access to all-you-can-eat oysters and caviar for the entire four hours. This may just be the most decadent happy hour in town!
Dragon-I, UG/F, The Centrium, 60 Wyndham Street, Hong Kong, p.3110 1222
Ayuthaiya (NOW CLOSED)
Thai restaurant Ayuthaiya in Central offers some of the best happy hour deals in town, aside from their delicious pad Thai. Between 3pm to 8pm, get your hands on their $45 drinks, including white, red, rose, cocktails and beer. What are you waiting for?
Ayuthaiya, G/F, C Wisdom Centre, 35 Hollywood Road, SoHo, Central, Hong Kong, p. 3105 5055, 中環蘇豪荷李活道35號地下
Lily & Bloom (NOW CLOSED)
One of the hippest bars in Hong Kong, Lily & Bloom makes drinking easy on your wallet with its awesome happy hour deals. Every weekday from 5-9pm and every Saturday from 6-9pm, guests can enjoy selected beers, wines, spirits and cocktails, starting from just $30! Now that’s what we’re talking about.
Lily & Bloom is also one of our fave brunches in Hong Kong.
Lily & Bloom, 5/F & 6/F LKF Tower, 33 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong, p.2810 6166, 中環蘭桂坊雲咸街33號LKF Tower 5樓及6樓
Fang Fang (NOW CLOSED)
On weekdays and Saturdays, modern Asian restaurant Fang Fang offers some of the best happy hours from 5pm to 8pm – beers for $30, sake for $40, house win and sparkling wine for $50 and other cocktails for $60. Guests will also receive a free round of drinks on Fridays. And don’t forget to try out their smoked ribs and paneer as well. Fang Fang is definitely one of the best happy hours in Hong Kong!
Read our full review of Fang Fang.
Fang Fang, 8/F, LKF Tower, 33 Wyndham Street, Lan Kwai Fong, Central, Hong Kong, 中環蘭桂坊雲咸街33號LKF Tower 8樓
The Winery Kitchen+Bar (NOW CLOSED)
If you work in the Western District, you’ve probably heard of The Winery. Get free flow beer, wine and prosecco every Friday at The Winery in Sai Ying Pun for $150 per person. And if you’re feeling hungry, order some chips, mini tacos and dumplings for extra fun!
The Winery Kitchen+Bar, Shop 2-9, G/F, Kwan Yick Building Phase 3, 158A Connaught Road West, Western District, p. 2517 0288, 西環干諾道西158A均益大廈3期地下2-9號舖
Slide on 79 (NOW CLOSED)
Every day between 3-8pm, you can buy one drink and get one free at Slide on 79. Indulge in your favourite wine, beer or spirit, or take it classy with a cocktail like an negroni or pisco sour. Definitely one of the best happy hours in Hong Kong.
Slide on 79, Upper Basement, Harilela House (Entry via Pottinger Street), 79 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2779 9279, 中環雲咸街79號夏利里拉行地庫
I Know John (NOW CLOSED)
Hidden away from the masses in Central, I Know John has a sweet happy hour that runs Monday-Thursday from 5pm through to close. Enjoy a glass of house Prosecco, Asahi beer or red or white wine for just $50 and kickstart your night at one of the coolest speakeasies in town.
Read all about the cocktails at I Know John.
I Know John, 9/F The Loop, 33 Wellington Street, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2801 6555, 中環威靈頓街33號The Loop 9樓