World’s 50 Best Bars 2026: Hong Kong’s Bar Leone takes top spot for second year in a row

South China Morning Post - Oct 8, 2026

Hong Kong’s Bar Leone has been named the world’s best bar for the second consecutive year, following its No 3 placement in the Asia edition of The 50 Best Bars list in July. The Italian cocktail bar, founded by Lorenzo Antinori and Justin Shun Wah in 2023, is known for its convivial atmosphere and impeccably made drinks rooted in classic mixology. The results for the global ranking of The 50 Best Bars – now in its 18th edition – were announced during a live ceremony held in Milan, Italy, on...

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