ThinkWine
Central, Hong Kong
Bar in Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Book with PearlWhy go
ThinkWine is worth choosing for a wine-led date night in Central, especially if conversation matters more than a high-volume cocktail scene. Its 2026 Star Wine List recognition gives it a clear reason to book over a generic bar stop, but groups looking for a louder night should cross-shop The Pontiac, Lockdown, or Penicillin instead.
About ThinkWine
Should you go to ThinkWine in Hong Kong? It is open from 3 PM Monday through Saturday, closed on Sunday, has a smart casual dress code, has Star Wine List recognition in 2026.
Plan around those facts rather than assuming a specific menu, service style, price point, or room format. ThinkWine is a Hong Kong venue with late-night hours on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, when it stays open until 2 AM. From Monday to Wednesday, it closes at 12 AM.
Go when the hours and dress code fit your plan
For a first visit, the safest approach is to use ThinkWine when its schedule works for your evening. It opens at 3 PM from Monday through Saturday, which gives it an afternoon-to-late-night window on operating days. Sunday is closed, so do not build a Sunday plan around it.
The dress code is smart casual. That makes it worth planning attire accordingly rather than assuming a casual drop-in. If you are comparing options for a different kind of night, The Pontiac, Lockdown, Penicillin, Drop, Fu Lu Shou may also be worth considering depending on the mood you want.
Where it fits in a Hong Kong night out
ThinkWine works as one stop in a broader Hong Kong plan, especially when the opening hours match your schedule. Readers building a full evening can pair it with our full Hong Kong restaurants guide, then keep evening options open with our full Hong Kong bars guide. For a staycation or visiting guest, our full Hong Kong hotels guide can help with the wider itinerary.
Cross-shopping matters because Hong Kong has several different choices depending on the night. Drop, Fu Lu Shou, Lockdown, Penicillin, The Pontiac are useful names to compare when deciding what kind of stop you want. ThinkWine's profile is simple: Hong Kong, smart casual, open Monday through Saturday, recognized by Star Wine List in 2026.
For wider planning, use broader Hong Kong guides and keep the comparison focused on basics: opening days, closing times, dress code, whether ThinkWine's Star Wine List recognition is the right signal for your evening.
Planning details
- Location
- 2/F LL Tower, 2 Shelley St, Central, Hong Kong
- Website
- thinkwinehk.com
- Phone
- +852 2886 3121
The take
The Take
The Vibe
ThinkWine presents a focused, quietly confident wine bar tucked above the street in Soho. The second-floor location lifts it away from street-level bustle and attracts deliberate visitors who come for a curated program rather than casual passersby. The room reads as a specialist environment: the narrative repeatedly frames wine as the primary offering and the list as the product of working sommeliers, which gives the place a sober, purposeful mood. It sits comfortably among Soho peers while remaining singular in its single-minded attention to varietals, regions and the craft of service.
Best For
ThinkWine is best for evenings devoted to wine rather than fast, casual drinking—especially Friday nights and other after-work occasions when the neighborhood’s serious drinking culture is in full swing. Small groups and couples who want focused tasting experiences or guided recommendations from trained sommeliers find it most rewarding. Because the place favors a curated list over walk-in throughput, it works well for visitors who plan ahead and arrive intent on exploring bottles and selections rather than for spontaneous, high-turnover nights.
Ordering Tips
Because the list is curated by two working sommeliers and the bar positions wine as the central offer, guests should lean on staff expertise when ordering. Ask the sommeliers for context on producers, vintages or styles that match your tastes or the night’s mood. The venue’s upstairs, deliberate format also means it’s not optimized for walk-ins—consider booking ahead or arriving with the expectation of a guided, slower-paced experience focused on tasting rather than quick rounds.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm colors, funky patterned furnishings, homely yet modern with a quirky, relaxed sophisticated vibe.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Wine Bar
- Late Night
- Open Until 2am
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
If ThinkWine is not the right fit
Go to Penicillin if the night should revolve around cocktails rather than wine. Pick The Pontiac if the group wants a louder, looser Hong Kong bar night.
Bar context
How ThinkWine compares in Hong Kong
Choose ThinkWine when the night is wine-first and two-person friendly. Drop is better for a later, higher-energy finish, while Fu Lu Shou makes more sense when the setting matters as much as the drinks.
For cocktail drinkers, Lockdown and Penicillin are safer picks because their appeal is built around mixed drinks rather than a wine list. ThinkWine is the better call when value means ordering with more confidence and staying in one room for a slower evening.
The Pontiac is the stronger choice for a lively group night. ThinkWine is easier to recommend for a date, a catch-up, or a second stop after dinner in Central.
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Compare ThinkWine
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| ThinkWine | Hong Kong | Star Wine Lists 2026 |
| Drop | Hong Kong | No published awards |
| Fu Lu Shou | Hong Kong | No published awards |
| Lockdown | Hong Kong | Top 500 Bars 2027 · #477Top 500 Bars 2026 · #217 |
| The Pontiac | Hong Kong | Top 500 Bars 2026 · #3722022 Asia's Best Bars · #332021 World's 50 Asia's Best Bars · #262020 World's 50 Asia's Best Bars · #352019 World's 50 Asia's Best Bars · #322018 World's 50 Asia's Best Bars · #312017 World's 50 Asia's Best Bars · #162016 World's 50 Asia's Best Bars · #19 |
| Penicillin | Hong Kong | No published awards |
How ThinkWine Hong Kong compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the crowd like at ThinkWine?
The venue does not specify the crowd, room style, or typical atmosphere. ThinkWine is in Hong Kong, has a smart casual dress code, has Star Wine List recognition in 2026. If you are comparing other Hong Kong options, The Pontiac, Drop, Lockdown, Penicillin, Fu Lu Shou are also names to consider.
Is ThinkWine open late?
Yes, on some nights. ThinkWine is open Monday to Wednesday from 3 PM to 12 AM, Thursday to Saturday from 3 PM to 2 AM, closed on Sunday.
Does ThinkWine have happy hour deals?
Happy hour information, pricing, or deal details are not available. Plan based on the hours and smart casual dress code rather than assuming specials.
Is ThinkWine good for groups?
Group suitability, seating, or room format are not specified. If group fit matters, confirm directly before going. For comparison, Drop, The Pontiac, Lockdown, Penicillin, Fu Lu Shou are other Hong Kong venues to consider.
What's the best time to go to ThinkWine?
The best time depends on your schedule. ThinkWine opens at 3 PM from Monday through Saturday. It closes at 12 AM Monday to Wednesday and 2 AM Thursday to Saturday. It is closed on Sunday.
