Bar Leone
Cocktail Bar · Central, Hong Kong
Bar in Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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Chef
Lorenzo Antinori
Why go
Italian aperitivo cocktails in Central's Bridges Street corridor, ranked #52 on OAD's 2026 Asia Casual list. Lorenzo Antinori's program centers on vermouth, amaro, bitter-bright builds; best for drinkers who know they want aperitivo-style drinks over classic whisky or gin cocktails. Walk-ins possible most weekdays; expect HK$140–180 per drink.
About Bar Leone
Bar Leone is a cocktail bar in Hong Kong associated with Lorenzo Antinori. Its stated focus is Italian aperitivo cocktails in Central’s Bridges Street corridor, with vermouth, amaro, bitter-bright builds at the center of the program. The page is most useful for drinkers who already know they want aperitivo-style drinks rather than a classic whisky or gin cocktail.
How to use this page
Use the venue page to understand the bar’s broad identity, check its verified casual dress code, review the planning details shown here before you go. The page also records substantial recognition, including a #1 placement in the 2025 World’s 50 Best Bars list and a #1 placement in Asia’s 50 Best Bars in 2024.
What to verify
Before visiting, confirm current opening hours, availability, booking rules, seating, drink selection, food service, pricing directly with the bar. The page lists the location as 11–15 Bridges St, Central, Hong Kong, provides the website barleonehk.com and phone number +852 2511 6444. Walk-ins are noted as possible most weekdays, with drinks described at HK$140–180, but current conditions should still be checked.
Planning details
- Location
- 11-15 Bridges St, Central, Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
- Website
- barleonehk.com
- Phone
- +852 2511 6444[20]
Planning details
Location
11-15 Bridges St, Central, Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Cross-shop Bar Leone against Pearl’s other Hong Kong bars by deciding first whether Italian aperitivo cocktails are the priority. Coa, Quinary, The Savory Project offer alternative cocktail-bar contexts in the same city, while the right choice will depend on the occasion, location, current availability, the drinks style you want. Confirm live details with each venue before committing.
Bar context
Bar Leone vs. other Hong Kong bars
Choose this page when you want a cocktail bar in Central associated with Lorenzo Antinori and an Italian aperitivo focus. It is a better fit for drinkers seeking vermouth, amaro, bitter-bright builds than for anyone specifically planning a full dinner, whisky-led visit, or format that depends on unconfirmed seating or booking arrangements.
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Compare Bar Leone
| Option | Best understood as | What to confirm | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bar Leone | A Central cocktail bar focused on Italian aperitivo cocktails | Current menu, hours, availability, booking details | Top 500 Bars 2026 · #32026 Food & Wine Top 10 Global Bars · #9SCMP 100 Top Tables 2026 - Bars2025 World's 50 Best Bars · #12025 Asia's 50 Best Bars · #1Tatler Best Bars Asia-Pacific 20252024 Asia's 50 Best Bars · #12024 World's 50 Best Bars · #2 |
| Coa | A Hong Kong cocktail-bar option for a cocktail-led celebration | Current availability and occasion fit | No published awards |
| Quinary | A cocktail-focused option for a first Hong Kong cocktail night | Current drinks program and seating | No published awards |
| The Savory Project | A Soho bar option for date-night drinks or a celebration | Current recognition, hours, booking details | No published awards |
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bar Leone known for?
Bar Leone is a Hong Kong cocktail bar associated with Lorenzo Antinori. Its stated focus is Italian aperitivo cocktails, including vermouth, amaro, bitter-bright builds.
What should I wear to Bar Leone?
The verified dress code is casual, so formal attire is not required based on the available information.
What should I verify before visiting?
Confirm current hours, availability, booking rules, seating, drink selection, food service, pricing directly with the bar. The page lists 11–15 Bridges St, Central, Hong Kong, along with barleonehk.com and +852 2511 6444.
