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Top 10 Bars with a View in Hong Kong

You can never get bored of the Hong Kong skyline. Find for the perfect place to take friends from out of town or just for a weekend out. 

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Ozone, at the tallest hotel in the world.

Ozone 
Located on the 118th floor of the tallest hotel in the world, Ozone takes the title of highest bar in Hong Kong. On a good day you will be able to enjoy a spectacular view of the Hong Kong skyline. The outdoor terrace is the perfect place to take in the view and chill with friends. While you spot Victoria Harbor and Hong Kong Island, enjoy some Asian-style tapas and a cocktail. Bar manager Pietro Didio carefully mixes European and Asian tastes adding an exotic drinking experience to their extensive drinks menu.
118/F, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, International Commerce Centre, 1 Austin Rd. West, West Kowloon, 2263-2270, www.ritzcarlton.com

Café Gray Deluxe
Decorated to perfection with an aura of sophistication and understated glam, Café Gray Deluxe is the epitome of elegance on the 49th floor of the Upper House. A glamorous 46-foot long bar takes center stage serving delectable appetizers and colorfully named cocktails. Try the Earl Gray martini, Hong Kong Highball or Grapefruit Julep. Their extensive variety of wines makes this the perfect spot for drinks. And of course, the harbor view is breathtaking.
49/F, The Upper House Hotel, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, 3968-1106, www.cafegrayhk.com

Épure
Inspired by the French royalty, Épure’s elegant furnish complements its French flavors that emphasizes both authenticity and simplicity. Fortunately, they is an outdoor terrace and café area that provides a taste of French afternoon with the backdrop to the glamorous Victoria Harbor. Spend the afternoon sipping a glass of sparking rosé and choose from its delectable selection of nibbles. The hand cut pommes frites with black truffle sauce and mustard sauce is highly recommended, so is the cheese platter which features a delicious selection of refined cheeses by Xavier From Toulouse.
Shop 403, Harbour City, Ocean Centre, 3-27 Canton Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 3185-8338

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Sugar
The stunning skyline and harbor view makes the perfect setting for a relaxing weekend with friends. Located on the 32nd floor of the EAST Hotel, Sugar has a stunningly spacious outdoor deck. The view dominates every corner of the bar with electrifying panoramas showcasing a different side to Hong Kong’s skyline featuring North Point, Quarry Bay and Tai Tam. Apart from your standard drinks, Sugar provides a signature drinks menu conveniently divided into four sections: Sparkling (Prosecco-based), Up(martinis and margarita), Mocktail(fruity and refreshing) and Bar(special concoctions invented by and named after resident bartenders). At 300 feet above sea level, you can also book Sugar for private functions during the day.
32/F, East Hotel, 29 Tai Koo Shing Rd., Tai Koo, 3968-3738, www.sugar-hongkong.com

Eyebar
On the 30th floor of iSquare, Eyebar follows the nautical theme of its adjoining restaurant, Nanhai No. 1 and offers uninterrupted views of the skyline from its gorgeous outdoor alfresco deck. While you enjoy a drink from Eyebar’s exotic cocktail menu, you can munch on complimentary spicy nuts and Sichuan peppered lotus root chips. If you’re feeling extra peckish, you can order barbecued seafood snacks from the open kitchen. A cool feature on the outdoor terrace is a telescope that allows you to spot major landmarks. Heads up: If you would like a seat with a view, there’s a minimum charge of $500 per head.
30/F, iSquare, 63 Nathan Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 2487-3988

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Wooloomooloo Prime
Wooloomooloo Prime is a slightly high-end branch of the steakhouse featuring their signature steaks and seafood with an excellent view of Hong Kong’s skyline. The 10,000 square foot restaurant’s main feature is an outdoor terrace with a towering 270-degree view of Tsim Sha Tsui, Victoria Harbor and Hong Kong Island. High up on the 21st floor of The One shopping mall in TST, the restaurants interior displays a simple but modern design with floor-to-ceiling glass walls and windows showing off the unobstructed panoramic city view. Whether you pop by for after work drinks or dinner, every seat has an amazing view.
21st Floor, The One, 100 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2870-0087, www.wooloo-mooloo.com

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