Ahead of the unveiling of Asia's 50 Best Bars 2025 in Macau on Tuesday 15 July, discover the extended list of bars ranked 51st to 100th.
Spread across 23 cities, the extended list of Asia's 50 Best Bars 2025, sponsored by Perrier, features a feast of drinking destinations. From high-end hotel bars to secret speakeasies and bijou city drinkeries to sprawling seaside sipping spots, get ready to update your cocktail bar wish list.
No.100 Bar Nayuta – NEW ENTRY
Osaka
@barnayuta
Behind an obscured entrance in Osaka's Chuo Ward marked only by the bar's intricate logo lies a moody haven for local bar-goers. With no set menu available, Bar Nayuta relies on its deeply knowledgeable team to craft bespoke creations for each guest's individual tastes, a feat it achieves with flying colours.
No.99 The SG Club
Tokyo
@the_sg_club
Bartending icon Shingo Gokan's first hometown venue is actually three bars in one. Whether ordering informal easy sippers in ground floor Guzzle, revelling in the art of shaking at sultry Sip or soaking up the atmosphere of its cigar lounge, there's something for every taste at The SG Club.
No.98 The Golden Tooth – NEW ENTRY
Jakarta
@thegoldentoothbar
In a city known for its fast-paced nature, The Golden Tooth opened as a beverage-based sanctuary grounded in two key pillars: cocktails and chat. Exposed concrete and minimalist interiors are designed to not to distract from conversation, while its brilliantly hospitable bar team led by founder Kenny Soetomo keeps guests smiling and satisfied all night long.
No.97 Pony Up – NEW ENTRY
Shanghai
@ponyupshanghai
Stained wood, plush seating and a funky equestrian mural mark the interior of the fun-fuelled Pony Up in Shanghai. Its atmosphere may be giddy, but make no mistake, Pony Up is serious about its cocktails, with Dre Yang, the former head bartender of The Odd Couple, leading the team at the counter.
No.96 Charles H
Seoul
@charleshseoul
Secreted within the luxurious Four Seasons Seoul, Charles H pays tribute to 20th-century writer and bon vivant Charles H. Baker Jr. through a sumptuous setting with the exclusive feel of an old world New York speakeasy. Cocktails follow suit, with classy variations of menu mainstays, such as a fig-infused old fashioned.
No.95 Fura
Singapore
@fura.sg
One of the new kids on the block of Singapore's legendary Amoy Street, Fura has carved out a stellar reputation for itself since opening in late 2023. The 40-seat gastrobar puts sustainability front and centre of its operation through a majority plant-based offering, using animal product exceptions, such as the Jellyfish Martini, to highlight the issues of invasive species.
No.94 Hideaway – RE-ENTRY
Goa
@hideaway.goa
Part cafe, part music venue, part bar: Hideaway has it all. Music is a core focus of the bar, with a rotating showcase of jazz and contemporary artists, but its cocktail offering is just as notable, with drinks such as the Babylon (vodka, passion fruit, coconut water, lemongrass oil) a delicious reflection of local flavours.
No.93 The Enigma Mansion – RE-ENTRY
Ho Chi Minh City
@theenigma.saigon
The Enigma Mansion may have shifted away from its former futuristic neon-filled interiors in favour of a historic Ho Chi Minh City building, but its drinks list remains nothing short of state of the art. Cocktails like the Red Dragon (gin, dragon fruit, champagne, hazelnut, Tay Ninh shrimp salt) make the most of punchy Vietnamese flavours.
No.92 Coley
Kuala Lumpur
@coleylumpur
One of the original movers and shakers on Malaysia's burgeoning cocktail scene, Coley remains one of the city's finest watering holes. Named after Ada Coleman – The Savoy's iconic bartender inventor of the hanky panky – Coley's version of the classic cocktail is a must, alongside a selection of small plates comprising mostly Malaysian dishes.
No.91 Quinary
Hong Kong
@quinaryhk
A bastion of Hong Kong's bar scene from local bar mogul Antonio Lai, Quinary has remained a city staple thanks to its ever-changing, hyper-modern drinks programme. The industrial interior juxtaposes its modernist menu that focuses on the importance of texture in drinks, with cocktails inspired by the feeling of silk, cotton and more.
No.90 Messenger Service – NEW ENTRY
Bangkok
@messengerservicebar
Chic, modern and minimalist interiors make an evening at Messenger Service feel like a relaxed night in a friend's uber stylish living room. From the same team behind the acclaimed Bar Us, a focus on experimental and innovative flavours drives its menu, resulting in drinks such as the #020, made with katsuobushi (dried tuna flakes), pickled ginger brine and sesame chilli oil.
No.89 Employees Only
Singapore
@employeesonlysg
Opened as an offshoot of the legendary New York bar of the same name, Singapore's Employees Only has delivered the brand's signature blend of classic cocktails served with exuberant joy to great success since 2017. Don't miss out on the fantastic food offering, including the 'sober up soup' offered free for guests who make it to closing time.
No.88 Mostly Harmless
Hong Kong
@mostlyharmlessbar
The Mostly Harmless experience begins with guests having their name written on its white wall tiles, before diving head-first in the rotating selection of creations that maximise local, seasonal ingredients. In April 2025, the bar took the bold leap to become entirely alcohol-free in the pursuit of new ways to explore flavour and texture.
No.87 The Haflington
Hanoi
@thehaflington
To find The Haflington – down a dark Hanoi alleyway – you must trust the process. Those who venture beyond the intimidating exteriors are rewarded with a light-filled sanctuary that emulates the grandeur of western European Museums, complete with a dinosaur skeleton suspended from its ceiling. Fitting for the surroundings, cocktails are suitably classic and classy.
No.86 The Hudson Rooms
Hanoi
@hudsonroomshanoi
Inside the ultra-modern Capella Hanoi, The Hudson Rooms draws inspiration from the golden age of travel in the 1920s to bring a touch of classic New York luxury to central Hanoi. Its signature cocktail menu brings guests from Grand Central to LA, Miami and New Orleans through a selection of serves centred around each destination.
No.85 Coa (Shanghai) – NEW ENTRY
Shanghai
@coashanghai
The younger sibling to Hong Kong's now-legendary three-time No.1 of Asia's 50 Best Bars brings its signature agave-focused operation to Shanghai. The new space expands the Coa concept over multiple floors, boasting a salon and taqueria as well as the familiar mezcaleria.
No.84 Raa – NEW ENTRY
Hiriketiya
@raa.hiriketiya
From the team behind Sri Lanka's Smoke & Bitters comes Raa: a bar and kitchen dedicated to honouring the dying art of toddy tapping, where sap is extracted by hand from palm trees to create local spirit arrack. The local liquid is harvested twice a day and used in a range of Raa's cocktails, offering a perfect, refreshing sip to soak in the beachy surrounds.
No.83 Workshop14 – NEW ENTRY
Hanoi
@workshop14.hanoi
Clean lines, warm wood and a calming aesthetic give Workshop14 its unique edge in Hanoi's growing bar scene. Opened in early 2025 by bearded beverage maestro Rich McDonough, it's already become a must-visit spot in the city for its carefully crafted cocktails and serenity in surplus.
No.82 Firefly
Bangkok
@fireflybarbangkok
Asian-inflected opulence is the order of the day at Firefly, located inside the glitzy Sindhorn Kempinski Bangkok. Live jazz and superb service tie together the feeling of total luxury, while its globe-trotting menu brings guests on a luxury tour of international flavours through whimsical cocktails such as the Indian-inspired Pancasha (gin, clarified milk, ginger, bitters).
No.81 Sober Company
Shanghai
@sober_company
Shingo Gokan's Sober Company is a story of three parts: a café serving brunch and ice cream, a kitchen serving modern Chinese fare and Sober Society, a classy bar space where classic cocktails are put together with remarkable precision. Don't forget to search for the secret bar Tipsy somewhere while in the building.
No.80 The Opposites – NEW ENTRY
Hong Kong
@theoppositeshk
The newest bar from Quinary's Antonio Lai and Samuel Kwok, The Opposites explores dichotomies in its beverages. Each double-page of the menu is grounded in a particular drink, while Lai and Kwok offer their juxtaposed renditions of the concoction, ranging from pisco sours to pimms.
No.79 The Bellwood
Tokyo
@the_bellwood
The Bellwood is Atsushi Suzuki's homecoming project after six years in New York and Shanghai, combining a traditional Japanese setting with modern drinks construction. Cocktails follow the order of kaiseki, so expect a BW Martini (shishito-distilled gin, tomato, gari, burnt yuzu, dashi olives) for the first-course sakizuke (appetiser) and Genmai Mango Sazerac for the gohan (rice) course.
No.78 The Curator
Manila
@thecurator_
Opened in 2016, The Curator (officially known as The Curator Coffee and Cocktails) is a stalwart of the Asia's 50 Best Bars rankings, thanks to its speciality in all things caffeinated. Each of its drinks in the cosy backroom are named after individuals and groups the bar team find inspirational, ranging from local famed restaurant Toyo Eatery to the Dave Matthews Band.
No.77 Night Hawk
Singapore
@night.hawk.sg
This pocket-sized, sultry cocktail den inspired by Edward Hopper's seminal painting combines futurism with classic cocktails in an immaculately aesthetic space. Masterminded by industry veteran Peter Chua, expect a menu of classic cocktails injected with a touch of contemporary flair.
No.76 Bee's Knees
Kyoto
@bees.knees.kyoto
Located in Kyoto's lively Kiyamachi district, Bee's Knees offers gregarious hospitality and a roaring good time. The Prohibition-style speakeasy led by larger-than-life duo Toru Ariyoshi and Keisuke Yamamoto serve up playful renditions of classic drinks, whether as a peanut butter and jelly-infused manhattan or a hoji tea and coffee-spiked negroni.
No.75 Maltail – NEW ENTRY
Kaohsiung
@_maltail_
Taiwanese drinks writer Tonic Liu opened Maltail in September 2024 to create a space that honoured his two favourite things: single malt whisky and cocktails, hence the name. The resulting moody bar has been an immediate hit, with a forward-thinking drinks list that utilises modern tech to maximise flavour concentration of its drinks, many of which are available on draught.
No.74 Epic
Shanghai
@epic_bar_shanghai
This salt-of-the-earth humble bar in Shanghai's French Concession was founded with the edgy motto of 'do epic shit!' Fun and convivial hospitality with a dash of mischief is the order of the day here, with bright murals, neon aplenty and a punchy cocktail list inspired by destinations around China from Fujian to Zhejiang.
No.73 Under Lab
Taipei
@u_n_d_e_r_l_a_b
Under Lab fully leans into its name with its squeaky-clean stainless-steel interiors and scientific levels of flavour extraction. As expected, cocktails err on the side of experimental, with long-standing fan-favourite Forest Stream (tequila, mezcal, jasmine, clam juice, lophatherum, herbal liqueur) an example of its singular flavour combinations.
No.72 Bar Mood
Taipei
@barmood_taipei
When it opened its sliding doors in 2017, Bar Mood was one of the first craft cocktail bars in Taiwan. The homey feel of the space is no accident, with every piece of furniture in the bar hand-crafted by owner Nick Wu's parents. Cocktails pay homage to the agricultural traditions of the island, with native flowers, herbs and botanicals used for garnishes grown on its bar counter.
No.71 Mahaniyom Cocktail Bar
Bangkok
@mahaniyom.cocktailbar
A playful riff on the Thai proverb 'two tigers cannot share the same den', Ronnaporn 'Neung' Kanivichaporn and Chennarong 'Jan' Bhumichitr's collaborative bar opened in 2022 to roaring acclaim. Order any of its cocktails that platform Southeast Asian ingredients, such as the Tamarind, which infuses the fruit into a combination of scotch, rum, port, orange liqueur and pickled peanut.
No.70 Tokyo Confidential
Tokyo
@tokyoconfidentialbar
Best described as a sophisticated house party, Tokyo Confidential pairs champagne with cheeky cocktails and a fun soundtrack. Its centrepiece bar counter made from 300-year-old reclaimed shrine wood offers guests a front-row seat to its talented bar team putting together its renowned hot dog-flavoured Gibson-esque Glizztini.
No.69 The Bombay Canteen
Mumbai
@thebombaycanteen
The Bombay Canteen is all about celebrating the diverse pantry of the Indian subcontinent. Seasonality guides the food and drink offering, with dishes taking a contemporary approach to Indian cuisine, and cocktails opting for a more traditional route of reimagined classics, such as its bee's knees made with Himalayan honey.
No.68 Pantja
Jakarta
@pantja.id
Deriving its name from the Sanskrit word for five, Pantja grounds its guest experience around a quintuple of core pillars: food, drink, music, design and hospitality. A farm-to-table (and glass) philosophy leads its dishes and cocktails, using Indonesia's profound biodiversity to supercharge classics. Think curry leaf-infused margaritas and more.
No.67 Gold Bar
Tokyo
@goldbarateditoin
The flagship bar inside the luxurious Tokyo Edition lives up to its name, sporting an interior of bespoke gold leaf art and dark wooden traditional Japanese yakisugi. Cocktails match the gold standard, with drinks like the Okushibu 75, inspired by the natural wine culture of Shibuya, masterminded by bartender Hideyuki Saito.
No.66 Wu (Nothingness)
Taipei
@wu419_1
After the closure of Aha Saloon, local influential bartender Kae Yin opened Wu (Nothingness) as a new outlet for his technically minded mixology. A fondness for nostalgia sees the space house vinyl, cassette tapes and vintage furnishings, alongside a drinks list that adds a touch of Taiwanese flair to timeless cocktails.
No.65 Sora – NEW ENTRY
Phnom Penh
@sora_phomnpenh
On the 37th floor of the ultra-luxe Rosewood Phnom Penh, Sora offers unparalleled views over historic Phnom Penh paired with some of Cambodia's best cocktails. Its latest menu, Alchemy of Anime, translates the bold animation style into a selection of superb sips, such as the Dragonball-inspired Z Ball, made with tequila, elderflower, cucumber, edamame and lime.
No.64 Backdoor Bodega
Penang
@backdoorbodega
Touting itself as an 'overpriced pin shop', Backdoor Bodega has been quietly revolutionising Penang's cocktail scene since 2016. Inside the speakeasy, cocktails maximise on the endemic ingredients of the tropical island: expect nutmeg, pandan and belacan (shrimp paste) masterfully integrated into its drinks programme.
No.63 Gong Gan
Seoul
@gong_gan_anguk
Set in a traditional Korean hanok (house), Gong Gan offers an intriguing blend of old and new. Its name translates as 'shared space', and its combination of white hues, wooden furniture and natural accents bring the space a glowing warmth that puts guests at immediate ease.
No.62 Sidecar
New Delhi
@sidecarindia
Bar legend Yangdup Lama and business partner Minakshi Singh's bar, Sidecar, has become a household name in India. Positioned as a 'friendly neighbourhood bar' in the style of a speakeasy in the heart of New Delhi, signature creations and beautiful iterations of its namesake are all noteworthy, alongside a great food menu to pair.
No.61 Stir
Ho Chi Minh City
@stir.saigon
Tucked away on the first floor of an unassuming building, Stir has been a quiet haven for great cocktails in Ho Chi Minh City since early 2021. A menu inspired by the various regions of Vietnam gives the bar a patriotic edge, with cocktails like the Dong Bang Song Hong (gin, dracontomelon, calamansi, mango, green tea, local rice wine) delivering an all-singing celebration of the Red River Delta's terroir.
No.60 Origin Bar
Singapore
@originbarsg
Origin Bar is all about journeys: whether physical, through classic train station aesthetic, or experiential through its genre-bending drinks list of adventurous flavours. Dreamed up by head bartender Adam Bursik, drinks like the K-Popaloma (kimchi, grapefruit soda, mezcal) will take your palate for a ride.
No.59 The Han-Jia
Tainan
@thehanjiapairingdinner
The Han-Jia aims to engage all the senses, from its striking industrial chic decor to an explorative food and beverage pairing experience with a particular penchant for whisky. Bartender Han Wei Wu's cocktails are bold, brilliant and eye-catching, with his rubik's cube-inspired cocktail coming complete with a multi-coloured ice cube.
No.58 Craftroom
Osaka
@craftroom.jpn
There are cosy bars and then there's Craftroom. With just six seats at its counter, those who are able to bag a spot are rewarded with unimpeded access to witness bartender Ryu Fujii's mastery in the art of traditional Japanese cocktail construction. The menu changes with the seasons, but is grounded in the classics. Ordering the grasshopper is a must.
No.57 Lab – NEW ENTRY
Taipei
@lab_tw
Part scientist, part bartender, Makita Takafumi opened Lab with the intention of creating a space where drinks were the sole focus of the experience. Everything about the bar is designed to remove extraneous distractions from the drinking experience, whether through its monochromatic, dimly lit interior, or the appearance of the cocktails themselves, many of which are colourless.
No.56 Sago House
Singapore
@sagohouse.sg
Born in 2020 and built by hand by its owners before being forced to relocate in late 2023, Sago House remains one of the Lion City's cocktail hotspots, thanks to its leading hospitality and generally raucous vibe. Expect graffiti-clad walls, welcome chants of 'hello!' for all guests, and a weekly rotation of seasonal cocktails.
No.55 Bar Outrigger – NEW ENTRY
Goa
@baroutriggergoa
A love of all things nautical defines Goa's Bar Outrigger. Maritime-themed interiors, including rigging ropes and other assorted ship paraphernalia, decorate the bar area, while the back bar doubles down on the concept through a serious spirit collection and plenty of rum. Go for the bar's namesake Outrigger, made with dark rum, triple sec and lemon juice.
No.54 Soko
Seoul
@soko_bar
Inspired by the first fusion of eastern and western drinking cultures in the 1920s, Soko is a cosy Seoul spot that oozes class. Immaculately dressed bar staff shake in perfect choreography, crafting concoctions that feel fittingly timeless. Try the Noir Blanc, a funky mix of bourbon, charcoal-filtered vermouth and chardonnay, bergamot and cold brew.
No.53 Side Door – NEW ENTRY
Singapore
@sidedoor_sg
Beginning its life as a supper club within the home of co-founders Bannie Kang and Tryson Quek, Side Door grew into a standalone space in late 2023. Food and drink take equal precedence in the organic space, with Quek's Chinese fried chicken and Kang's Non-Fruit Beer – its take on a soju bomb – a must-order duo.
No.52 Pine & Co
Seoul
@pineandco_seoul
At first glance, Pine & Co wouldn't look out of place in a sci-fi film, with advanced tech on permanent display on its bar counters. But the bar is anything but sterile, with leather couches and flickering candles creating a homey feel. Thanks to the tech, drinks are unsurprisingly unconventional, as exemplified by sips like the Ant Love Corn – a creamy drink topped with edible bugs.
No.51 Obsidian Bar – NEW ENTRY
Shenzhen
@obsidianbar_sz
Spanning three floors of Shenzhen's Ping An tower, the fourth tallest building in the world, Obsidian Bar is big, bold and bodacious, and was created by the same company behind other notable Asian bar stars Atlas, Argo and Bar Trigona. The bar's interior is as dark and moody as its namesake material, while its cocktails make the most of local vibrant Guangdong flavours.
The full ranking of Asia's 50 Best Bars 2025, sponsored by Perrier, will be revealed at a live awards ceremony at Wynn Palace, Macau, on Tuesday 15 July.
