Hong Kong Bars Conquer the World! Local Favorite Bar Leone Named “The World’s Best Bar 2025” in Historic Home Victory, Cementing Hong Kong’s Global Status in Cocktail Culture
In a grand ceremony held last night, the prestigious The World’s 50 Best Bars 2025 awards, sponsored by Perrier, revealed this year’s rankings of the best bars around the world. For the first time in history, the global event took place in Hong Kong, marking a significant milestone for the city.
The 17th edition of the awards was hosted at the Kai Tak Cruise Terminal, offering stunning views of the iconic Victoria Harbour, on October 8, 2025. The evening brought together over 2,000 of the world’s leading bartenders, service professionals, and influential figures from the global drinks industry, in a celebration of cocktail excellence. And in this historic night, Bar Leone, a beloved local spot in Hong Kong, proudly claimed the title of The World’s Best Bar 2025, taking the No. 1 spot globally.
This incredible achievement not only showcases Hong Kong’s talent on the world stage but also firmly establishes the city as a leading global destination for cocktails and nightlife. With the “50 Best” event returning to Hong Kong for the third consecutive year, October has become a golden opportunity for bar hoppers to indulge in the very best of food and cocktails the world has to offer.
The event was part of a week-long celebration that brought the international bar community together in Hong Kong, including exclusive sessions such as the 50 Best Signature Sessions, held at bars across the city.
Hong Kong Bars: A Force to Be Reckoned With
Once again, Hong Kong’s bar scene has received global recognition. The rankings are based on votes from a gender-balanced panel of industry experts from all over the world.
Bar Leone led the local charge at No. 1, while COA continued to impress, securing the No. 38 spot. This demonstrates the vibrancy, creativity, and sophistication of Hong Kong’s cocktail culture.
Hong Kong Bars on The World’s 50 Best Bars 2025 List (Top 100)
In total, five Hong Kong bars made the global list:
Bar Leone – No. 1
COA – No. 38
ARGO – No. 56
GOKAN – No. 70 (New Entry)
The Savory Project – No. 86
A Proud Moment for Hong Kong as a Global Nightlife Capital
Lorenzo Antinori, founder of Bar Leone, shared: “Being named the world’s best bar is an incredible honor for us at Bar Leone, but more importantly, it’s a proud moment for Hong Kong. This victory not only reflects our dedication but confirms that our city deserves to be recognized as a global capital for bars — known for its creativity and warm hospitality. Hosting the world’s top bartenders this week has brought great energy to our city. Seeing Hong Kong shine globally makes us proud to be part of this journey.”
Jay Khan, co-owner of COA, added: “Being acknowledged among the world’s best bars is an unbelievable achievement for our team. Having Hong Kong host the awards ceremony is a source of immense pride. We are honored to be part of this amazing story and to help celebrate the dynamic bar scene of our city.”
Reinforcing Hong Kong’s Role as a Global Cocktail Destination
The return of The World’s 50 Best Bars to Asia for only the second time in its history marks an important milestone — highlighting the growing influence of Hong Kong as a global cultural and culinary hub.
This event was made possible through a three-year strategic partnership between the Hong Kong Tourism Board and 50 Best, further strengthening the city’s reputation as a world-class destination for food, cocktails, and hospitality.
Successfully hosting The World’s 50 Best Bars 2025 showcased Hong Kong’s capabilities to organize world-class events, while also spotlighting the city’s vibrant and ever-evolving nightlife scene — from hidden gems in local neighborhoods to internationally acclaimed bars. Hong Kong continues to set the standard for the global bar industry.
As the winter season approaches, along with an exciting calendar of events, now is the perfect time to experience the world-class bar scene and nightlife of Hong Kong for yourself.
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