Club 71
It’s a straight-up bar – seats, tables and alcohol. Thankfully, no DJs, no loud music, no dull roar of booze-fueled furor. Just peace, and on a Friday night - who’d have thought? Take a seat at an alfresco table in the secluded alley outside and have a civilized discussion on politics, or the faint smell of cat pee. Your choice.
B/F, 67 Hollywood Rd., Central, 2858-7071.
The Fringe
This spacious alfresco bar in the middle of Central is littered with patio furniture. Breathing in the fresh air of LKF on the carpet of astro-turf is almost like being in nature. If you can’t stand the great outdoors, the air-conditioned inside is great for an impromptu debate on art, with a closer proximity to the bar.
2 Lower Albert Rd., Central, 2521-7251.
Azure
Stunning view, fabulous art deco interior, excellent wines and extraordinary cocktails. The first floor of Azure is part bar, part lounge, part library and part gaming room. So incredibly classy, even your boorish male friend might think twice before raising his voice while requesting a Heineken.
29/F, LKF Hotel, 33 Wyndham St., Central, 3518-9330.