There are many great restaurants and many fun bars in Hong Kong, but to find both in one venue is not so easy. I've been going to Red Bar and Restaurant for more than a couple years. The first time I went I actually don't remember - it was new years, I was young, and there were more then a few shots of Chivas being passed around come midnight. We won't talk about that. Every visit after I made it an aim, a mission if you will, to remember.
On a sunny, clear afternoon sitting above the rest of central, under the towering IFC building life isn't so bad, I thought one day. It's an easy feeling to feel especially with a plate of calamari and a bottle of wine on the table in front of me. In fact, life is good. That's the sensation I get when I'm at the terrace outside of Red Bar. The occasional breeze, a view across the harbor and the overall feel of being in one of Hong Kong's busiest areas but at the same time away from it sets it apart. There are times, namely during the summer, when sitting outside is uncomfortable due to the humidity but fear not for the option to sit indoors is always on the table. Dear Air Con, thank you.
During the evening my friends and I use the Red Bar as a starting point before the real adventures begin. Because the terrace area is public property we're able to bring in some 711 drinks, but no matter how hard I try I can never rustle up a Cuba Libre as well as the bar staff do. The mood is relaxed and the music loungy, and doesn't necessarily need to be the start of a crazy night. Red Bar is also a great date option, I feel like it's one of those places were one feels one is in a bar yet still able to hear one's date without having to scream WHAT?! in each other's ear. The indoor area is classy enough to impress that special some one while the outdoor lounge chairs are a perfect way to get close and intimate. Just not too intimate, there are people around, come on! read more