Bar Leone
Hong Kong, China
Bar Leone brings the spirit of an Italian neighbourhood bar to Bridges Street in Hong Kong’s Central district. Founded by bartender Lorenzo Antinori, it is shaped around community, familiar drinks and an atmosphere that encourages people to settle in. Personal memorabilia and references to Italian popular culture give the room a lived-in character, with humour and nostalgia woven into the setting. The cocktail approach favours recognisable classics, careful ingredients and considered preparation. The bar describes this outlook as Cocktail Popolari, reflecting its interest in making the pleasure of a well-made drink approachable. Seasonality informs the selection, while familiar recipes provide a starting point for conversations about flavour and personal preferences. Olives and other small details of the aperitivo tradition support the social rhythm of the bar. For visitors exploring Central, the address offers a place to pause and move from sightseeing into an evening out. Its appeal is closely tied to the relationship between the drinks and the room: an Italian sensibility expressed through a Hong Kong neighbourhood setting, with conviviality at the centre of the experience.