PDT in Central review: one of world’s best bar’s first overseas outlet is relaxed with great drinks
Founded by the man who pioneered fat washing, PDT (Please Don’t Tell) regularly features on world’s best bar lists. The speakeasy-style bar is accessed through a phone booth, and serves up excellent cocktails and gourmet hot dogs
Least successful of the drinks we tried was Tuxedo No. 2 (Tanqueray 10, absinthe, maraschino). A historic cocktail dating back to 1900, this take on a dry martini worked well at first but the absinthe and maraschino became cloying and made the drink taste flat towards the end. A classic gin martini and a vesper were both beautifully made, however.
The verdict: PDT lives up to its reputation – down to earth, with great drinks and a warm welcome.
PDT, Landmark Mandarin Oriental, 15 Queen’s Road Central (entrance is through the MO Bar), tel: 2132 0110
Open: Mon to Thur 5pm-12.30am, Friday and Saturday 5pm-1am
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