Ahead of its highly anticipated awards ceremony in Macau this 15 July, Asia’s 50 Best Bars has revealed its extended 51–100 ranking for 2025.  

Now in its fifth year, the list is compiled from the votes of the Asia’s 50 Best Bars Academy – a panel of over 300 experts including bartenders, bar owners, drinks writers, and seasoned cocktail aficionados. 

This year’s edition features 14 new entries across 23 cities, underscoring the continued growth, diversity, and innovation shaping Asia’s bar culture. 

Singapore Leads with Six Bars 

Singapore retains a strong presence, placing six bars in the 51–100 list. Among them is Side Door, a stylish newcomer landing at No.53. The city’s continued dominance reflects the enduring calibre of its cocktail scene. 

Emerging Cities Make Their Mark 

Three cities make their debut on the extended list: Shenzhen, Phnom Penh, and Kaohsiung. Taking the top spot on the 51–100 list is Shenzhen’s Obsidian Bar (No.51), a brooding, three-storey space known for vintage whiskies and signature cocktails.  

Phnom Penh enters with Sora (No.65), a sleek rooftop lounge perched atop the Rosewood hotel, while Maltail (No.75) represents Kaohsiung with its single malt-led cocktail menu. 

Other solo entries include The Han-jia in Tainan (No.59), a whisky-centric bar rising twenty places, and Raa in Hiriketiya (No.84), a Sri Lankan gem with sweeping bay views and an arak-forward approach. 

Strong Showings Across Asia’s Bar Capitals 

Major cities such as Seoul, Tokyo, Shanghai, and Taipei each see four bars featured. Bangkok, Hanoi, and Hong Kong claim three spots respectively. 

Bangkok’s highlights include Mahaniyom Cocktail Bar (No.71) and Firefly (No.82), with Messenger Service debuting at No.90. Known for its bold concoctions using local ingredients like betel leaf and fermented rice, it’s a striking reflection of Thailand’s creative scene. 

Hanoi introduces Workshop14 (No.83), a lakefront bar marrying Vietnamese heritage with contemporary flair. The Hudson Rooms (No.86) and The Haflington (No.87) follow closely behind. In Hong Kong, new entrant The Opposites (No.80) stands out as a walk-in-only ‘mixology playground’ founded by Antonio Lai and Samuel Kwok. Joining them are Mostly Harmless (No.88) and the long-established Quinary (No.91). 

Diverse Offerings Across the Region 

The list also features two bars each from cities including Goa, Ho Chi Minh City, Jakarta, and Osaka. 

In Goa, Bar Outrigger (No.55) – a tiki-inspired hideaway led by Arijit Bose – enters the list, while Hideaway returns at No.94. Ho Chi Minh City sees Stir (No.61) and The Enigma Mansion (No.93) representing Vietnam’s dynamic drinks scene. 

Jakarta’s new entrant The Golden Tooth (No.98), with its Brooklyn loft-inspired interiors, joins returning favourite Pantja (No.68). Osaka’s Craftroom ranks at No.58, with Bar Nayuta rounding off the list at No.100 – a tiny speakeasy known for tailor-made cocktails based on guest preferences. 

Also featured are Sidecar (No.62) from New Delhi, The Bombay Canteen (No.69) from Mumbai, Backdoor Bodega (No.64) from Penang, The Curator (No.78) from Manila, Bee’s Knees (No.76) from Kyoto, and Coley (No.92) from Kuala Lumpur. 

A Region in Constant Evolution 

The full Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2025 list (1-50) will be unveiled at a ceremony in Macau on 15 July, marking the first time the event will be held in the city.  

Hosted in collaboration with Wynn Macau and Wynn Palace, the awards will also be live streamed via the 50 Best YouTube channel at 20:00 Macau time. Deloitte remains the official adjudication partner, ensuring the voting process remains fair and independent. 

In the meantime, here’s a list of the 51–100 rankings: 

51. Obsidian Bar, Shenzhen (New entry)
52. Pine & Co, Seoul
53. Side Door, Singapore (New entry)
54. Soko, Seoul
55. Bar Outrigger, Goa (New entry)
56. Sago House, Singapore
57. Lab, Taipei (New entry)
58. Craftroom, Osaka
59. The Han-Jia, Tainan
60. Origin Bar, Singapore
61. Stir, Ho Chi Minh City
62. Sidecar, New Delhi
63. Gong Gan, Seoul
64. Backdoor Bodega, Penang
65. Sora, Phnom Penh
66. Wu (Nothingness), Taipei
67. Gold Bar, Tokyo
68. Pantja, Jakarta
69. The Bombay Canteen, Mumbai
70. Tokyo Confidential, Tokyo
71. Mahaniyom Cocktail Bar, Bangkok
72. Bar Mood, Taipei
73. Under Lab, Taipei
74. Epic, Shanghai
75. Maltail, Kaohsiung (New entry)
76. Bee’s Knees, Kyoto
77. Night Hawk, Singapore
78. The Curator, Manila
79. The Bellwood, Tokyo
80. The Opposites, Hong Kong (New entry)
81. Sober Company, Shanghai
82. Firefly, Bangkok
83. Workshop14, Hanoi (New entry)
84. Raa, Hiriketiya (New entry)
85. Coa (Shanghai), Shanghai (New entry)
86. The Hudson Rooms, Hanoi
87. The Haflington, Hanoi
88. Mostly Harmless, Hong Kong
89. Employees Only, Singapore
90. Messenger Service, Bangkok (New entry)
91. Quinary, Hong Kong
92. Coley, Kuala Lumpur
93. The Enigma Mansion, Ho Chi Minh City (Re-entry)
94. Hideaway, Goa (Re-entry)
95. Fura, Singapore
96. Charles H, Seoul
97. Pony Up, Shanghai (New entry)
98. The Golden Tooth, Jakarta (New entry)
99. The SG Club, Tokyo
100. Bar Nayuta, Osaka (New entry)

To stay updated on the upcoming ceremony, visit the official Asia’s 50 Best Bars website. 

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