Asia might be famous for a lot of things, but it's also home to some of the most interesting and exotic hidden bars that you'll ever come across. These speakeasies are tucked away behind secret doors, hidden in alleys and rooftops, and offer some of the most innovative cocktails and drinks that you'll ever taste. While some of these bars are incredibly hard to find, the experience of discovering them is worth the effort.
Tokyo, Japan:
A hidden bar located in the Ginza district, known for its sophisticated cocktails and secretive entrance.
Tucked away in Shinjuku, this hidden gem is
renowned for its handcrafted herbal cocktails and artisanal approach to
mixology.
Seoul, South Korea:
Alice Cheong Dam
Located in Gangnam, this Alice in Wonderland-themed hidden bar offers an enchanting atmosphere with whimsical drinks
Situated in Itaewon, Charles H. is a speakeasy-style hidden bar known for its creative cocktails and vintage ambiance.
Shanghai, China
IN OLD SHANGHAI’S FRENCH CONCESSION district lies a brightly lit but hard-edged sandwich shop called The Press. Locals and those in-the-know come here in droves, yet the place never seems packed. It’s almost as if it’s bigger on the inside than it seems from the street. And, sitting in its back corner is a Coke machine that is much more than it seems.
In an age where speakeasies are starting to outnumber conventional, out-of-the-closet cocktail bars, we’ll forgive your groan upon hearing that Shanghai’s newest one is surreptitiously hidden behind a Laundromat. It’s called Laundry Co. (no relation to Liquid Laundry), and comes from the minds behind Barber Shop, which, you guessed it, does not offer haircuts.
Flanked by enormous steel washing machines, entrance to the bar is gained through a clinical steel door, a contrast to the cozy vintage ambiance inside.
Bangkok, Thailand
Teens of Thailand: A hidden gin bar in the Chinatown area, famous for its extensive selection of gins and creative gin-based cocktails.
Located in Thonglor, Rabbit Hole is a hidden bar known for its impressive whiskey collection and elegant ambiance.
Singapore:
Situated in the Chinatown area, this hidden bar offers a futuristic and experimental approach to mixology, featuring innovative cocktails and a unique interior design.
a unique new bar and dining concept, hidden at Suntec City, that will send your taste buds on an adventure.
Vietnam:
speakeasy bar near Hanoi Opera House entices with cocktails and vibrant music
Philippines:
Located in Bonifacio Global City, Bank Bar is hidden behind an unmarked door within a convenience store. It features a sophisticated vibe and a wide range of high-quality cocktails.
Finders Keepers (Makati): A hidden bar in Makati, Finders Keepers is known for its intimate and mysterious atmosphere, offering a unique selection of cocktails and an ever-changing menu.
Myanmar:
Situated in Yangon, The Blind Tiger is a speakeasy-style bar that exudes a 1920s prohibition-era vibe. It offers a wide range of classic cocktails and live jazz music.
ATLAS Rooftop Bar & Lounge (Yangon)
Perched on the 12th floor of the Uniteam building in Sanchaung Township, multi-award-winning Atlas Rooftop Bar and Lounge is where guests can enjoy an impressive, panoramic view of beautiful Yangon including the city’s most famous landmark, the Shwedagon Pagoda.
