A thousand kisses for BACI (kisses in Italian) for being Lan Kwai Fong’s resident spot for causal and convivial comfort food. This cosy and relaxed atmosphere sets the stage for the ingredients to shine, bringing out the honest flavours of Italy. BACI is famous for its authentic pizza dough and use of ingredients – so much so that they were recently awarded the Made in Italy Pastificio Di Martino Award in 2022.

BACI’s superb location directly above the hustle of Lan Kwai Fong makes it a perfect space for great drinks. Make use of the restaurant’s semi-open bar area, sipping on BACI’s signature Dear Rose (HK$148), a gin base drink mixed with rose and lime, and the Baci Passionfruit Martini (HK$148), a mix of rum and passionfruit with a honey infusion.

Draft Land founder Taiwanese drink maestro Angus Zou has partnered up with Tastings Group’s figure Antonio Lai to unveil Hong Kong’s first “cocktails on tap” bar concept Draft Land in 2018. With the opening of Draft Land, Zou seeks to simplify the bar-going experience down to the essentials, starting with serving pre-batch-only and garnish-free cocktails on tap.

Designed with the finest sound system in mind and a premium audio experience, Cassio oozes coolness with a rotating variety of house, soul, afro, and disco music belting throughout the sleek space. Sip on deluxe wines and mixed cocktails within the luxurious listening room, which changes into a dance floor for partying deep into the night.

Founded by Hong Kong’s veteran bartenders Agung Prabowo and Roman Ghale, the Wo On Lane watering hole rivals neighbouring bars with a rocking dive bar atmosphere pumping out a great party vibe and affordable mixed drinks, beers, and ciders to begin the night on. Crowds spill out onto the street and deep into the corner bar, with tunes to match.

Transport yourself to this tropical Polynesian sanctuary on the third floor of Seabird House filled with vibrant tiki décor. Wahtiki Island Lounge boasts the “Best Mai Tai in Town” and delicious fusion foods, which take your taste buds on a round-trip to the South Sea – all the while listening to old-school reggae music playing over the speakers.

Dubbed the “coolest lounge club in the city” since its opening in 2010, Tazmania Ballroom continues to live up to its moniker as a firm favourite for upscale party folk. Its glamorous high ceilings, gold-plated pool tables, open dance floor, and breezy terrace guarantee a night of elegance and unforgettable fun from the minute they walk in.

Polar Lounge is the go-to party bar to set your night in the right direction. With new promotions each weekday, Polar Lounge offers Munchies Mondays, Shisha Tuesdays, NFT Wednesdays, Ladies Thursday, and DJ Friday.

Enjoy buy one get one free on Munchies Mondays for additional bar snacks to line your stomach, and free flow from 9PM to 11PM on Ladies Thursdays.

The new concept to Central bringing one of Hong Kong’s favourite craft beers to a permanent location, the Carbon Brews Taproom is to immerse our Carbon Brews experience, allowing your journey beyond beers and by our love for outside-of-the-box craft brew through a transcending 28 tap-system. Beer is paired with elevated gastropub fare that pushes the boundaries of food pairing.

Aria offers the ultimate Italian fare, redefining what it means to eat at an Italian ristorante by playfully twisting family-style recipes. Aria’s experienced kitchen staff will take you on a delectable culinary journey around Italy until you burst at the seams.

Ministry of Mussels is a premier international sports bar restaurant located in the very heart of Hong Kong. This family-friendly eatery will have you surrounded by avid sports fans, complete with a variety of finger-lickin’ dishes and drinks to cheer on your team. Bring your friends, family, or partners along for 4K sports entertainment, international beers, fine wines, all in the home-style comfort of this one-stop-sports-bar. Where better to feast on familiar sports-accompanying meals with a buzzing group of friends or with family?

Helmed by executive chef Roberto Zorzoli, Porterhouse curates a seasonally inspired menu using the finest internationally sourced ingredients. Whether you’re in the mood for premium cuts of steak and meats or ocean fresh seafood, this award-winning diner has it all – paired, of course, with a gorgeous wine of your choice.

Occupying the Penthouse level of M88 Tower on Wellington Street, Quiero Mas offers a range of innovative cocktails, Spanish wines, and pale ales straight from the “Golden Coast.” Their distinct Spanish flair matched with elevated Mediterranean dishes is only made possible through their expert melding of tradition, technique, and taste. On embarking on your vibrant journey through the mountains and valleys of southern Europe, as you step away from the hustle of Lan Kwai Fong.

The first overseas outpost of Yakiniku Ushio from Fukuoka has landed in Wellington Place, specialising in “akami yakiniku.” Their omakase menu features premium Australian wagyu cuts and Chateaubriand, while the Etsu omakase centres around pork and chicken, not leaving a single meat neglected. Watch these premium cuts get grilled in front of you without having to move a single muscle.

PONG LKF provides an interstellar nightlife experience to kick your night off, boasting two state-of-the-art PONGConnect beer pong tables and a custom fitted slap-cup table for friendly back-to-back drinking matches. Colourful lights bordering the spacious 3,200-square-foot venue inject raw energy into your happy-hour session, comprised of inventive cocktails and premium bottle service.

Dip into PONG’s sleek space this winter, to hide from the bustle of LKF and imminent cold, to enjoy a competitive game of PONGConnect beer pong, sipping the dozens of mixers and cocktails on offer. America’s favourite party game Slap Cup is exclusive to PONG, with eager fans ready to play a round by the jug.

Rula Live is your go-to spot for live sports games, bachata and salsa dancing, darts, and pool. This multi-functional event space transforms at the wave of a hand with custom coloured lighting, a perfect place to quench your thirst with local and international beers. Themed weekends such as their famous rockstar and dance parties accompanied with wallet-friendly drink deals are sure to boot away your weekend blues.

Taking its cues from the American-Cantonese atmosphere of a States-side Chinatown, Sam Fancy is a strong happy hour choice bringing together Chinese-inspired and Pan-Asian flavours for an immersive sipping experience inside a recreation of an old San Francisco drinking tavern. Pair your tiki cocktail tipples with American-Chinese staples like General Tso’s Chicken and Club Rangoon too. In your trip down to Chinatown this Spring, enter Sam Fancy’s three distinct spaces: The Merchant, an elevated cocktail room, and Association and Lanai Lounge.

Founded in late 2019 with a mission to revolutionise Lan Kwai Fong’s scene, Sound Department houses the rowdiest parties and DJ performances from its glitzy basement space off the district’s square. Expect a steady flow of litres of Champagne, some of the hottest names of Hong Kong’s hip hop scene pass with shows, and a playlist packed with drumming tunes.

Taking over the enviable rooftop space for bar Ce La Vie, Faye’s Skydeck dance space offers sweeping views of the concrete city from above, with pumping tunes bringing party goers through dance, house, and hip hop tunes from early afternoon till late. The outer space-themed lounge features a creative cocktail selection famed in the city.

Like boarding into a futuristic spaceship, FUZE LKF is a multisensory space decorated to impress in its vivid lights and ever glowing neon bursts of colour. Cyberpunk sensibilities run throughout this energetic lounge and club, with flowing cocktails and space for drinking games aplenty.

Challenge your mates to an adrenaline fuelled game of beer pong or stack cup, and dance to the pulsing beats. Stick to their social media for updates on the latest parties and deals to come.

Located in the heart of Lan Kwai Fong, Tai Tai Bar’s intimate and stylish space is the perfect place to enjoy expertly crafted cocktails and delicious premium shisha. The in-house mixologists use only the freshest ingredients to create a wide range of classic and innovative cocktails, from classic martinis to creative concoctions featuring inspiration from the local palate. The cozy bar is a go-to for custom house drinks and smooth Russian and Middle Eastern shisha flavours.

Smashing into Hong Kong’s scene with a Halloween opening in ill-fated 2020, Boomerang Club has carved out a name for itself despite coming up in hard times. Backing the venture is internationally known Deejaykarlie and “Asian Clubbing Dragon,” John Rana. The club has quickly gained a spot on the global DJ Mag’s Top 100 Clubs roster by way of its stylish geometrically inclined setup and booming soundtracks.

Offering up a premiere experience, party animals can sign up for an exclusive membership and rave their way up the tiered membership. Beginning by downloading the Boomerang app to earn a silver rewards status, followed by Gold, Platinum, and Titanium. Members are privy to special perks like VIP entry to the hottest themed and seasonal parties, guestlist privileges, complimentary bottle service, and more glamorous experiences.

As if setting foot into a futuristic space shuttle, as per its suitably apt moniker, Space Club is furnished to show blazing technicolour lights beaming off in all directions, along with sleek table alcoves that provide the utmost of glamour whilst allowing the best of vibes. Constantly thumping strong with its party bangers and electronic club tunes, there is never a dull moment with the Space crowd.

Space Club opens at 10 PM for themed nights and special festive bashes with Top 100 DJs, celebrated with the finest of bottles of sparkling champagne including Moet Nir, Dom Perignon, and Ace of Spades.

Turning the dials to 11, C45 is an opulent 10,000-square-foot loft with more than ample spacing, allowing for world-class parties. Inspired by the luxury and glamour of yesteryear, the space is fitted with high ceilings, plush fittings, and LED fixtures all around. Local and international DJs kick off the nights with big-room EDM and hip-hop-bangers, while bottle service makes sparks among the crowd in an always grandiose affair.

Built as an extension of Hong Kong’s hip and defining Sound Department club, the brother Department & Co. space on the corner of Lan Kwai Fong is the district's hottest venue for chart-topping hip hop and rap music and vibe. Some of Hong Kong’s hippest voices and persons have performed in its walls.

California Tower’s high-end exclusive space in Lan Kwai Fong, Zentral is the city’s star club for innovation within the party district and the magic combination of popping luxury champagne and liquor with electric dance music. Expect hours of weekend strutting and stunning visuals.

Dropping limited free entry tickets almost every weekend, stick to their social media to be in the first to know when the guestlist is open. Events are typically themed, with a featured genre of music pumping throughout.

Towering over the heart of Lan Kwai Fong from California Tower, Zeus is an event space bringing Mount Olympus to earth. Bedecked in lavish lighting and vast neon ornamentation of classical sculptures, every night brings an out of this world atmosphere thanks to high energy visuals and tunes.

Keep up with their upcoming parties featuring DJs and themed nights by checking out their events calendar, where you can also buy admission tickets directly.

Themed after playing cards, Shuffle is a place that’s electric with smashing music and sleek, yet fun-loving vibes. Their executive lounge blends seamlessly into a dance floor that’s always upbeat with the hottest crowds who are one with the lights and sound.

Featuring resident DJ’s who curate top tier vibes, their soundtracks traverse between EDM to hip hop to house. Stick to their Instagram for the latest news on their upcoming exclusive events.