Food tastings, music and amazing drinks…bars are unique places where you can unwind and have some fun! Out of the top 100 best bars in the world, we want to share with you 7 of our favourite:
1. Tales and Spirit, Amsterdam, Netherlands
Amsterdam is not only full of coffee shops, it is a city packed with alluring bars and restaurants. For those of you who want to spend a night out enjoying a drink in a stylish Dutch bar, Tales and Spirit is the perfect location. This chic bar and restaurant has some magnificent and elegant decoration to complement their famous cocktails. And as for the food, the restaurant serves only the best of the best: steak tartar, oysters, risotto with truffles, foie gras, and other mouthwatering dishes.
2. Drop, Hong Kong, China
Drop, renowned for its DJ nights, is one of the most luxurious and exclusive bars in Hong Kong. As you can probably imagine, the drinks served here are very elaborate and distinguished, some of them prepared with “unusual” ingredients such as Wasabi or Saffron.
3. Cicchetti Bar, Piccolino, London, UK
Hidden behind Regent Street in London, this elegant Italian breakfast bar with its modern green design, is the perfect place for foodies. The ham, cheese and vegetarian antipasti sprinkled with fresh olive oil are simply delicious – if you are crazy about Italian appetizers and good wine, you will not be disappointed!
4. Jefrey’s, Paris, France
If you’re feeling nostalgic for the 20’s, let yourself be seduced by this distinguished retro bar with its elegance, gourmet menu and fruity cocktails! Sit down and relax on the velvet sofas, sample some delicious canapés and don’t leave before ordering a dry martini with cognac, it’s their specialty!
5. iKandy, Hotel Shangri-La, Dubai
With its palm trees, large white sofas, pearly white walls, its terrace and jacuzzi, this cocktail bar is a magical and beautiful place where guests feel like royalty. Their delicious cocktails served in sumptuous glasses come with appetizers and even a shisha… an experience straight out of A Thousand and One Nights!
6. Wink, Bombay, India
Wink, the bar of president Taj, is a bit like ying and yang – there are two spaces separated by a curtain, each with its own charm and personality. In one area you can find a cozy lounge with relaxing music, whereas in the other side you will come across a mini bar, comfortable sofas and a well-appreciated DJ that is sure to impress.
The specialty of the place: Winktinis, martinis with a twist.
7. Red Little Pocket, Melbourne, Australia
Red Little Pocket was inspired by the Japanese culture; it is a very sophisticated and refined bar that serves heavenly drinks and contemporary dishes inspired by the Japanese and Australian cuisine. This, together with the excellent service and the pleasant interior design, has turned Red Little Pocket into the 7th best bar in the world.
What do you think of our selection? Which is your favorite bar in the world?