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Night Out In Hong Kong

03 Jun 2025

Hong Kong’s nightlife is just like the city itself — fast-paced, diverse, and full of surprises. 

Whether you’re into cocktails, live music, rooftop views, or late-night eats, the city has something for every kind of night owl.

From dive bars in Soho to rooftop lounges in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong offers a mix of East and West, old and new — and that’s what makes going out here so fun.

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Lan Kwai Fung (aka LFK), one of HK’s most popular nightlife spots.

Bars to Check Out (HK Island: Central / Soho / LKF)

A mix of casual, creative, and stylish — these bars are great for drinks and vibes.

  • Draftland – Cocktails on tap and an approachable, creative menu.
  • RevTime – Music-forward cocktail bar with a queer-friendly vibe.
  • The Pontiac – Loud, inclusive, and always energetic. Queer-friendly, open to all.
  • Socio – Sleek interiors, solid cocktails.
  • Tell Camellia – Elegant tea-inspired cocktails with a refined twist.
  • Zzura – Cocktails and shisha with a Middle Eastern flair.
  • Whisky & Words – Quiet and comfortable, with a wide whisky selection.
  • The Wanch – Live rock music most nights, relaxed and consistent.
  • The Queen Victoria – Classic British pub with affordable drinks during happy hour.
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Draftland is known for their cocktails on tap, and have more than 40+ cocktails to select from.

Clubs Worth Going To

If you want to dance or just catch a great DJ set:

  • Quality Goods Club – Great sound system, best when the DJ’s on point.
  • FAYE – Rooftop club in the heart of LKF. Flashy, loud, and very LKF.
  • Iron Fairies – Unique interiors, live music, but usually very packed.
  • Padre – Smaller, stylish venue for cocktails and dancing.
  • Trilogy – Hip-hop and Afrobeats, younger crowd, fun energy.
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Iron Fairies. Its decor features thousands of vintage bottles hanging from its ceiling. 

Kowloon-Side Picks

Worth crossing the harbour for — and often less crowded.

  • Bar Butler – Cocktail and whisky bar with an intimate setting. Great value.
  • Darkside – High-end cocktail and jazz bar in Rosewood Hotel. Pricey but polished.
  • OHM – Younger local crowd, casual atmosphere, mix of cocktails and beers.
  • Terrible Baby – Artsy, queer-friendly bar with a creative vibe.
  • TAP – The Ale Project – Craft beer lovers, this one’s for you.
  • Ned Kelly’s Last Stand – Old-school pub with nightly live jazz and big jugs of beer.


For the View (and the 'Gram)

These spots are all about the skyline — and yes, they’re expensive.

  • Eyebar – Rooftop bar with clear harbour views.
  • FAYE – For that iconic LKF skyline + rooftop combo.
  • OZONE – One of the world’s highest bars, located at the Ritz-Carlton.
  • Skye – Sleek, modern rooftop bar at The Park Lane Hotel.
  • Cruise Restaurant & Bar – Contemporary spot in North Point with views and seafood.
  • Aqua – Iconic two-storey venue with floor-to-ceiling views of Victoria Harbour.
     
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Ozone is the highest rooftop bar in the world.

Quick Alcohol Stops Between Bars

Late night and need a top-up? Just head to:

  • 7-Eleven
  • Circle K

Open till late, if not 24/7.


Something Different?

  • Karaoke – Still a local favourite, and great for group nights out. You’ll find KTV lounges across Wan Chai, Causeway Bay, Mong Kok and Tsim Sha Tsui.

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