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
1. The Pontiac
Ponty Hour runs daily from 3-6pm 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
2. 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
3. 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 at $68 only, and stay for dinner at Shane Osborn’s second restaurant in HK.
Cornerstone, 49 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong, p. 6809 9771
4. Armoury (Temporarily closed)
Head in to Armoury in Tai Kwun and score drinks from 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, G/F, Armoury Building, Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2703 9111
5. 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 drinks from $25. The best part is that Hemingways has extended their happy hour to 7 days a week from 4pm to 7pm (until further notice). 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
6. 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 20% 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
7. Chi Chi Cham
We think this is definitely one of the best happy hours in Hong Kong! The Happy Hour at Chi Chi Cham runs from 3 to 10pm Monday to Saturday, starting at just $40 for bottle beer and wine, and bubbles. 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
8. PIIN Wine Restaurant
Wine lovers, this one’s for you! From Monday to Saturday 12pm to 7pm, enjoy French Hour at PIIN Wine Restaurant in Central. Sample unlimited white and red Burgundy wines for 2 hours at $350, and cure any lingering work stress in the process.
PIIN Wine Restaurant, 2/F, H Code, 45 Pottinger Street, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2832 7123
9. 208 Duecento Otto
From 3-7pm at everyone’s favourite Sheung Wan bar, join L’Aperitivo Italiano and indulge in after-work snacks and drinks, including complimentary antipasti. 208 Duecento Otto’s happy hour deals includes Peroni ($58), prosecco ($68), Aperol Spritz ($78) and champagne ($88). 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
10. Bungalow
With the perfect Central location, Bungalow is a great spot to meet the crew after work. From Monday to Saturday between opening time 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
11. Le Petit Saigon
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
12. The Optimist
Friendly service? Check. Beautiful interiors? Check Great drinks? Check! The Optimist in Wan Chai is a wonderful spot for an after-work tipple, serving The Optimistic Hour between 3 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
13. 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 Casablanca cocktail which has refreshing jasmine tea and passion fruit mixed in vodka.
Read our full review of Bizou.
Bizou, Shop 132, L1, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong, p. 2871 0775
14. Dragon-I (Temporarily closed)
From 4-9pm Monday to Saturday, you can enjoy cocktails, beers and wine at $60 with your own choice of bites. Just to name a few delicious complimentary snacks, there are French Fries with Truffle Mayonnaise, OmniPork Kebab, Deep Fried Chicken Finger and more. If you are a fan of dim sum, you could check out their a la carte menu with a big list of amazing Chinese bites.
Dragon-I, UG/F, The Centrium, 60 Wyndham Street, Hong Kong, p. 3110 1222
15. Poem
Add some tropical island vibes to your day with the happy hour package at Poem, choose from beers, wines, spirits, and classic cocktails all at $68. We also love their reasonably priced bar snacks. Available from 5-7pm Monday to Thursday.
Poem, 5/F LKF Tower, 33 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2810 6166, 中環雲咸街33號 LKF Tower 5樓
16. Pazta
Enjoy your choice of signature cocktail, house wine or beer with a snack at $50 during Pazta’s happy hour. From cold cuts to chicken liver pate and dry-cured ham, an array of Italian sides are freshly served to accompany your drink. What’s do we love most about Pazta? Their Aperitivo Tuesday Treat comes with a complimentary antipasti buffet from 6pm to 9pm when you order a drink.
Pazta, Shop 03-G08, G/F Barrack Block, Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2626 1186
17. Divino Wine Bar & Restaurant
There’s a reason why Divino Wine Bar & Restaurant has been loved for seventeen years. Other than their huge 21-pages long wine menu, they also have various types of cocktails, spirits and craft beers. Enjoy two hours of free-flow alcohol on Saturday at $198 from 12pm to 6pm. There are also nine types of cigars available.
Divino Wine Bar & Restaurant, 73 Wyndham Road, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2167 8883
18. Monsoon
We’ve fallen head over heels for Monsoon’s refreshing drinks and delicious snacks. Priced at $168, their daily free-flow package is inclusive of over eighteen types of beverages, ranging from wines to spirits, and juices to cocktails. If you happen to be at Monsoon between 3pm to 5:30pm for happy hour, get their high tea set ($248 for two) and pair your boozy drinks with an array of rice paper rolls, cakes, seafood and more.
Monsoon, Shop 1045,1/F Elements, 1 Austin Road West, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, p. 2511 0100
19. Boticario Bar & Grill (Temporarily closed)
Let the vibrant waterfront hangout Boticario Bar & Grill cure your work stress. From 3- 7pm everyday, enjoy buy-one-get-one-free beverages with prices ranging from $68 to $108. Built on the concept of healing, Boticario’s cocktails come in picture-perfect glass containers, such as the rose pink Shell to Pay and deep red Brave Bullfighter. Make sure to check out on their spacious balcony for soothing sea breezes.
Boticario Bar & Grill, Shop G5 & UG 15, Tsim Sha Tsui Centre, 66 Mody Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East, Hong Kong, p. 2765 0800
21. Second Draft
Enjoy 20% off all tapped beer from Monday to Friday before 8 pm at Second Draft. Made by renowned local and foreign breweries like Young Master, Yardley Brothers, and Cigar City, their craft beer goes well with their mind-blowing fusion dishes, such as Tai Hang Fries ($78), Jer Jer Buffalo Wings ($138), and White Bait Cerritos ($78). This gastropub is definitely a must-visit place if you are exploring the Tai Hang neighbourhood.
Second Draft, G/F, 98 Tung Lo Wan Road, Tai Hang, Hong Kong, p. 2656 0232
22. Rula Live
Enjoy a 50% off discount on select beers, wines, ciders, and spirits every day 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, Grand Progress Building, 58-62 D’Aguilar Street, Lan Kwai Fong, Central, Hong Kong, p. 6031 2116
23. 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
24. Frites
Looking for that regular stopover for post-work drinks? Well look no further, Happy Hour is available Monday to Friday from 3pm-8pm. You can pair your steaks with half-priced bottled beer, draught beer, champagne, wine, and spirits.
Frites has multiple locations in Hong Kong
25. ICHU
Nothing like unwinding with a beautiful al fresco setting (that’s in the heart of Central). The restaurant is well known for its delicious Peruvian food, and of course you cannot miss the happy hour deals. You can enjoy house wine, prosecco, and beer for $50, and add another $10 for cocktails. Just head over any weekday from 3-6 pm.
ICHU, 3/F, H Queen’s, 80 Queen’s Road Central, Central, p. 2477 7717
26. Foxglove
A classy and contemporary-chic tavern that is tucked behind an umbrella shop, perks of this secret locay is you’re bound to find less crowds here. The retro vibes are often paired with live music and of course happy hour deals. You can get red wine, white wine, craft beer, vodka and gin for $60, and cocktails for $80. Happy hour is from 5-8 pm Monday to Saturday.
Foxglove, 2/F, Printing House, 6 Duddell Street, Central, Hong Kong, p.2116 8949