Where To Find The Best Happy Hour In Central

Looking for the best happy hour in Central? We’ve got you covered.

A good drink shouldn’t cost the world. Luckily for us, our city offers up numerous deals, meaning we don’t have to pay the big bucks come 5pm! In particular, Central is full of amazing bars which offer up equally amazing deals, so there’s always somewhere to stop in for a quick one. From Insta-famous bars to alfresco neighbourhood watering holes, here’s where to go for happy hour in Central.

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The Best Happy Hour Deals In Central

Armoury Terrace

Stationed in Tai Kwun, Armoury Terrace offers one of the most popular drinks deals in Central. Daily from 3pm to 8pm, enjoy a selection of drinks for as little as $50 while overlooking the picturesque courtyard of the old police headquarters.

When: Daily, 3pm to 6pm
How much: $50 for selected drinks

Armoury, Shop 02-G/F, Armoury Building, Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong, 2703 9111, www.facebook.com/ArmouryTerrace

Ask for Alonzo

Ask and you shall receive. If it’s wallet-friendly drinks you want, Alonzo Hour has got you covered with vodka lemonade, lager and selected house wines and Prosecco for as little as $38, alongside Gin Lemonade, Aperol Spritz, Classic Negroni and more for $48 to $68. Enjoy a selection of hearty snacks with your drinks, such as Spicy Potato Wedges, Rice Balls Arancini and Fried Prawns, from $58 until 6pm.

When: Daily, 3pm to 8pm
How much: From $38 for Prosecco, wine, beer and cocktails

Ask for Alonzo, 1G/F, Grandview Garden, 18 Bridges Street, SoHo, Central, Hong Kong, 8489 7847, www.askforalonzo.com

DOUBLESHOT by CUPPING ROOM

Coffee shop by day, bar by night – DOUBLESHOT might not be the first place you think of for happy hour, but here’s why it should be. From 4pm to 8pm on weekdays, you can enjoy its buy-one-get-one deal on selected drinks, including cocktails, wine, Rosé and spritz.

When: Monday to Friday, 4pm to 8pm
How much: From $108 for cocktails or $118 for spritz; from $180 for wine and Rosé (complimentary drink must be of equal or lesser value)

DOUBLESHOT by CUPPING ROOM, 1/F, Hilltop Plaza, 49 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong, 9225 6639, www.doubleshot.hk

Fini’s

We’re huge fans of Fini’s weekday set lunch buffet, but if it’s drinks you’re after, the Italian eatery now also does a great happy hour. For just $109, enjoy free-flow wine, Asahi and house pours, plus add on fries for $20 or hot chicken tenders for $30.

When: Monday to Friday, 4pm to 6pm
How much: $109 for free-flow wine, Asahi and house pours; add on classic fries for $20 or hot chicken tenders for $30

Fini’s, 49 Elgin Street, Central, Hong Kong, 2387 6338, finishk.com

Foxglove

Step back in time and enjoy a swanky weekday drinks deal with Foxglove – one of the most sophisticated happy hours in Central. Guests can enjoy a selection of drinks starting from $60, including wines, spirits and beers, or an expertly-made table-side cocktail.

When: Weekdays, 5pm to 7pm (excluding public holidays)
How much: From $60 for select wine, beer, spirits and cocktails

Foxglove, 2/F, Printing House, 6 Duddell Street, Central, Hong Kong, 2116 8949, mingfathouse.com/foxglove

Franks

Free-flow and vinyl? We’re there! Available Tuesday to Sunday from 3pm to 6pm, head to Franks to enjoy free-flow Prosecco, Asahi beer, house spirits and mixers for just $198.

When: Tuesday to Sunday, 3pm to 6pm
How much: $198 for free-flow Prosecco, Asahi, house spirits and mixers

Franks, G/F & 1/F, 79 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong, 9097 9730, www.frankshk.com

The Globe

The Globe is well-known for its classic pub vibes, an almost endless beer selection and classic comfort food dishes. And it continues to be a popular spot for its happy hour in Central, which runs daily from 9am to 8pm (yes, you read that right!). During the deal, pints start from $50, with a huge and ever-changing international and local selection on offer.

When: Daily, 9am to 8pm
How much: Pints from $50

The Globe, Garley Building, 45-53 Graham Street, Central, Hong Kong, 2543 1941, www.theglobe.com.hk

Holy Eats

For one of the best happy hours in Central, look no further than Holy Eats. From 3pm to 5pm, selected bottled and draft beer, wine and house spirits are priced at a bargain-worthy $35! Prosecco, craft beer and Aperol Spritzes are also available from $45. Plus, it’s just seconds away from Peel Street – the perfect excuse to keep the party going…

When: Daily, 3pm to 6pm
How much: $35 for all house pours (including selected bottled and draft beer, wine and house spirits); $45 for Prosecco; $50 for craft beer and Aperol Spritz

Holy Eats, 23 Elgin Street, Soho, Central, Hong Kong, 2890 2892, www.holyeatshk.com

Hugger Mugger

Keep your eyes peeled for the hidden red door on Wyndham Street and enter into British salon Hugger Mugger for its daily happy hour. Running from 4pm to 7:30pm, the deal includes select Champagne, wines, spirits and cocktails (including its signature Green Mule, Masala Negroni and more) from $68.

When: Daily, 4pm to 7:30pm
How much: From $68 for select Champagne, wines, cocktails and spirits

Hugger Mugger, Basement, 43-55 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong, 2362 8988, www.huggermugger.hk

ICHU

Conveniently located in H Queens, ICHU’s rooftop terrace is the ideal post-work hangout. Sit back and relax with Prosecco, beer and wine for just $50, or cocktails and spirits from $60. Feeling peckish? ICHU serves up bar snacks too, including XOXO Chicken, taco de chancho and padron peppers, all at $70 each.

When: Monday to Friday, 3pm to 6pm
How much: $50 for Prosecco, beer and house wines; cocktails and spirits from $60 to $70; two-hours free-flow Prosecco, beer and house wines for $280; one-hour free-flow draught beer for $98

ICHU, 3/F, H Queen, 80 Queen’s Road Central, Central, Hong Kong, 2477 7717, ichu.com.hk/terraza

La Rambla

With sweeping harbour-front views, La Rambla’s spacious terrace is a good spot to know for alfresco sundowners. Take your pick from selected wines, beers, sangria and G&Ts starting at just $65, along with a selection of tapas bites (from $30). Salud!

When: Monday to Friday, 3pm to 8pm
How much: From $65 for selected beers and wines; $80 for G&Ts; $750 for Sangria Pitchers

La Rambla, 3071-73, Level 3, ifc mall, Central, Hong Kong, 2661 1161, www.larambla.hk

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Mr Wolf

Stretching from 3pm to 8pm, Mr Wolf is a go-to for casual bites and tipples in the heart of Central. Head out to its alfresco terrace area to enjoy beer, wine and spirits for just $58 and cocktails for $68.

When: Daily, 3pm to 8pm
How much: $58 for selected beers, wines and spirits; $68 for cocktails; $78 for premium wines

Mr Wolf, 5/F, Crawford House, 70 Queen’s Road, Central, Hong Kong, 2526 0838, www.mrwolf.hk

The Pontiac

Don’t miss Ponty Hour featuring $50 cocktails, wine, beer and cider, and $40 house spirits and mixers (including vodka soda, G&T and more). The all female-staff at The Pontiac keep it real with strong drinks, plenty of shots and a hell of a lot of fun.

When: Daily, 4pm to 7pm
How much: $50 for cocktails, wine, beer and cider; $40 for house spirits

The Pontiac, 13 Old Bailey Street, SoHo, Central, Hong Kong, 2521 3855, www.facebook.com/thepontiac

Shady Acres

This laid-back spot ticks all the boxes for its handpicked wines, creative cocktails and easy-going vibe, and also offers up a wicked weekday happy hour! We’re talking half your bill on the house (excluding bottles) between 3pm and 6pm. With cocktails and glasses of wine starting at $80, it’s hard to pass up. Don’t miss the happy hour snacks too, including tacos, toasties and more!

When: Monday to Friday, 3pm to 6pm
How much: From $40 for cocktails and wine; from $25 for beer and cider

Shady Acres, 46 Peel Street, Central, Hong Kong, www.theshadyacres.com

Stazione Novella

A Soho classic; enjoying a drink street side at Stazione Novella is pretty much a city institution. And with the bar’s Aperitivo deal, it just got even better. Order an Aperol Spritz between 4pm and 8pm, and you’ll get access to its epic antipasti spread!

When: Daily, 4pm to 7pm
How much: Free aperitivo spread with purchase of an Aperol Spritz

Stazione Novella, 52-56 Staunton Street, Central, Hong Kong, 2559 0559, www.stazionenovella.com

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Editor’s Note: This article was originally written by Poppy Mason-Watts and published on 26, January 2018. It was most recently updated by Team Sassy in May 2022.