The venue features skilled pool players and a welcoming, friendly atmosphere. New players are…read moreencouraged to join, make connections, or enjoy a game of pool.

Wan Chai has its fair share of seedy bars and normal bars (I use the word normal with some…read moreflexibility here). What it also has that many don't know about are a couple of bars that offer pool and... BEER PONG. I first fell in love with the sport, because a sport it certainly is, when I visited my friend in America. My first thought was why this wasn't in the Olympics? Then took aim and fired. Scratch, a dark, dingy bar on the second floor offers its patrons a choice of pool, beer pong, or the bar. Or you can combine all three and make a night out of it. On most occasions the only reason my friends and I go to Scratch is to play beer pong, otherwise why walk up two stories for a drink when I can simply walk straight? I've been here a few times, and every time has been a blast. I love sports, I love a night out, and I really don't mind making a fool of myself (Experience does that to a man), I can do all those at the same time in Scratch. The bar is not big. If my memory serves me well there are four pool tables that can be converted in beer pong arenas. The tables are almost always occupied so expect a wait of about thirty or so minutes. Waiting in a queue sucks, waiting at a bar not so much. I've considered putting my name down to play pool but most the guys there are tattooed veterans that can do one of those behind-the-back shoots so I just sip my drink and wait for the beer pong instead. Scratch is a great place to start the night, have some fun, lighten the mood and get tipsy before moving on to bigger and better things... like further down the road.

Pricy for electronic darts and beer pong tables. 10mins can cost $128HKD and the price for darts…read moregoes by the amount of players per game. Decor is edgy but elevators are cramped and small.

Hmmm... How should I start ?! We were a group of 7 people…read morehaving a reunion after years of graduation and incidentally chosen this nice place. We arrived during HH having a buy 1 get 1 free drink. Luckily they didn't expect us to finish the two drinks within an hour or less but allow us to get the free one when we are ready (which has long past the HH). There were also popcorn as complimentary snacks. The deal of $158 for 3 snacks was a nice deal. Plus they tasted good. We additionally ordered 2 spaghetti (It's dinner time for us) which tasted awesome as well. We went there on Monday to drive out the monday blues. The snooker table was free from monday to wednesday, so we played 2 games. They also provided beer pong but we didn't try. Maybe next time. Overall speaking, drinks was good and food is incredible. The reason I deducted a star was that I didn't feel welcoming in the restaurant. Maybe it's our fault since we are not familiar with the ordering "system" or "rules" and so we asked a lot of silly questions. I couldn't really see a smile on the faces of the waiters (am I expecting too much?) but that really makes me feel like they wanted us to leave asap. Still... I would give it another go when I have another gathering with friends.

A chill place for drinks and billiards located just a couple floors above lively street of…read morenightclubs. Mostly cocktails and some import beers.

Ahh, Racks, this place feels like the perfect college party (lots of people 18-35, beer pong,…read moredarts, pool, mainly beer and mixed drinks and terrible wine). You'll see the usual suspects playing/hogging the pool table and probably a few friends or group of acquaintances. It gets super crowded after 10/11PM so I would go early if you want to snag any of the games. It seems people move towards Taz later in the night.

Cosy, chill and hip bar, secretly tucked away bar on Peel Street. Specializes in Craft beer but has…read morea pretty decent selection of cocktails and recently, whiskey. Great place to come for a chat with friends on weekday nights, and gets pretty happening come weekends, so come earlier. The drinks are cheap, they have $50 drink deals Mon- Weds and the crowd is pretty fun and friendly. Good go-to place for pre-drinks or the actual party when your crew all arrives.

We needed a place to chill while waiting for a table at nearby Ho Lee Fook and Bobby's was the…read moreperfect spot. It doesn't take itself seriously (I mean, their craft beer list on the wall includes a height chart that has both world leaders and dictators' heights) and the bartender that evening knew how to chat us up and keep us off our phones. Cocktails are strong and they all cost $100HK, which makes everything easy peasy lemon squeezy. Since our table became available 50 minutes earlier than expected, we were unfortunately forced to down our drinks quickly so we could get our spot. What a way to get a buzz ASAP! Next time, we'll stay a little longer and perhaps try their beer selection!

Hong Kong, Central. November 2023…read more A molecular mixology concept by one of Hong Kong's leading bartenders, Antonio Lai. No entry without a hotel key card. This speakeasy concept leads to a dim, intimate, narrow bar where the theme is clarified drink cocktails. Hence, the main cocktail list is on a clear "invisible" sheet. There are food items available from next door, The Envoy, but there is also a themed "This is not a Food Menu" cocktail list. Entry is controlled for capacity by a receptionist next door. Service is quietly gracious. Putting the drinks together seems a bit anticlimactic considering so much appears to be pre-batched. It is worthwhile coming once to experience but I have a long list of bars to try before I'd find time to return.

It's difficult to find the entrance to Room 309. You'll need to enter in the Pottinger Hotel, take…read morethe elevator up to the 3rd floor and then go to the Envoy bar to check in for Room 309. Since the speakeasy entrance is designed to look like a hotel room, they will give you a hotel key card for Room 309 when you are ready to go in. Take the card around the corner and use it to open the hotel room door and go in. Once you enter, your bar seats are already setup and waiting for you with coasters, water, a plate of olives and the bar menu. We went on a Sunday night and there was basically no wait. The bar is dark and intimate. There are about 11 bar seats. There is chill American music playing in the background that fits the prohibition theme. The bartenders are very skilled and knowledgeable. They will explain the theory behind the drinks and their methods are very professional. As of this writing in 2024, drinks are on average HK$150 each. Gone Gimlet - Gin based and very spirit forward. There is cream listed in the ingredients but it doesn't appear to be in the drink but rather the cream cheese cracker with lime garnish on the side. If you're into rum and non-sweet drinks you will enjoy this one. Where's My Whiskey Sour - Bourbon based. Light and refreshing peach flavor that is sweet but not overly sweet. Not spirit forward. Blood and Sand - Whiskey based. You can get this with your choice of various whiskeys that will affect the price. The flavor of Carpano vermouth is very prominent.

Met some friends here on a Saturday night. Really chill vibe. Dim lights, and ultra chić ambiance…read more It was a hunt to find this place. There aren't too many signs as to where it is, which makes it very cool and worthy of the search! This is not your typical bar. You are waited on by a cocktail specialist NOT a waiter or waitress. You tell them your liquor base, your mood, your flavors, etc...and they come back either your inner cocktail that is mean to guide your life through the trials and tribulations of life. A MUST stop in HK! FYI: My drink came out on smoking...literally!

@j.boroski J. Boroski- Central…read more#throwback (experience from December) Sadly, This could be one of my favorite bars in Hong Kong if not the Russian host. She was extremely rude with us from the beginning. I might visit again if she's not there. Her alone ruined the experience. On the other hand, I really love the concept and the interior design. And the bartenders were friendly, professional. They can customize any cocktails based on your requirement. We chatted about our flavor palettes then he made a great cocktail. He read my tastebuds perfectly. Thank you. . . . #中環酒吧 #中環美食 #中環好去處 #hkfoodie #hkig #hkgirl #hkfood #hknightlife #foodblogger #foodstagram #foodpics #hkphotography #alchol #drinks #cocktails #cocktailbar #hkcocktailbar #alcholic #alcholink #shishabar #bartender #香港好去處 #香港酒吧 #hkplace #hongkongbar #hongkongplacestogo #chill #bartenderlife #bartending

Highly recommend Huge Selection of independent bottle…read morewhisky and amazing japanese fruit cocktail Their staff is polite & friendly,feel free to ask them what you want,and they will give you excellent recommendations.

A small and cozy Japanese whisky bar in Tsim Sha Tsui, near the shopping mall K11. Around 20 seats…read moretotal including the bar chairs. Comfortable and quiet with no noisy music. A nice place to relax with friends after work; also suitable for couples. There is a wide variety of Scotch, Japanese whisky and cocktails. They got Scotch like Scapa and Caol Ila which are not very commonly seen in bars in the area. The price is reasonable, most of them are of around HK$100 for a single shot. We arrived around 1030, after dinner in a restaurant nearby. It was our first visit and the experience is nice. We were served by a Japanese bartender who is friendly and helpful. We had some beer, whisky and cocktails: Suntory Premium Malt on tap, B+ Creamy and rich. Of course much fresher than the bottle / can one. Hong Kong Cooler, A-: A vodka based cocktail with some citrus, ginger ale and ... jasmine tea? A very refreshing drink. Scotch Manhattan, A (*caution: this grading is only suitable for Islay lovers. Forget it if you hate peaty stuff): The bartender recommended this when I told him I love Islay and wanted a strong cocktail. Basically Ardberg 10 with Vermouth. The peaty Ardberg and the sweet vermouth match perfectly. One of the best cocktails I have ever tried.

There are a lot of nightlife spots that look like The Ring (擂台) in Hong Kong, but what separates…read morethem from the bunch is partly it's prime Knuttsford Terrace location and its colorful / brightly lit ambiance while escaping the madness from below. Forget the initial draw of video games (#1), beer pong, and slap cup, The Ring really fancies itself as a multifaceted venue. It is not just a place to slam a few beers, it has a number of TV screens everywhere, enough to be a bonafide sports bar. They also host a number of special events here from private events to celebrity promos. Despite all the hooplah, this still very much remains a locals place. Weekends will find the joint packed full of Kowloon's finest: youngsters screaming over the music, professionals who have just gotten off work, and semi-scantily clad ladies looking to show out a liquor brand / sponsor. They also serve food too, albeit mainly westernized ones. HK youngins love their fill of fries with their beer, along with chicken wings, samosas, and other hand friendly foods. They also have bratwurst and whole chickens on deck, but at a price. To no one's surprise, the whole gamut of food anything is stupidly overpriced. The staff is abundant to a point where it's not hard to get assistance when needed. On the weekends they'll even employ a few non-Chinos to showcase the international vibe. It's even better when they bust out the pitchless Canto to appease the local crowd. ___________ (#1) Though to be fair, this isn't some arcade or console activity. They have headsets, chairs, a stage, and a large projected screen as well. E-league anyone?

Fun atmosphere with no per person minimum on a Saturday night make this a winner. Other places in…read morethe same building wanted a minimum per person etc.. Great Beer pong table 141 hkd with drinks per game. I played a game with my cousin and we got a whiskey and soda mix in the deal for the game. There is a staff member being your referee. Other games looks fun too.