Dead Poets is a Central bar on Aberdeen Street with craft and classic cocktails, seated bar space, lounge seating, and standing room.
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- Address
- 41-49 Aberdeen St, Central, Hong Kong
- Phone
- 6462 2809
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SCMP 2026 bar selection
SCMP's 2026 bar selection covers Dead Poets, a standalone design destination in Hong Kong. That credential suits readers prioritizing a bar-led plan.
41-49 Aberdeen Street cocktails
41-49 Aberdeen St in Central anchors craft and classic cocktails, with seated bar places, lounge seating, and standing room. Lively noise and casual dress favor flexible, informal plans.
The Quick Read
Nearby venues at a similar price tier for orientation.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dead Poets | $$ | Sheung Wan, cocktail_bar | |
| LQV Wan Chai | $$ | Wan Chai, wine_bar | |
| Ping Pong 129 | Western, speakeasy | $$$ | |
| Missy Ho | Western, speakeasy | $$$ | |
| VITIS: For Wine Lovers | $$$ | Central, wine_bar | |
| Avoca | $$$ | Tsim Sha Tsui, hotel_bar |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
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At a Glance
- Trendy
- Industrial
- Modern
- Energetic
- Whimsical
- Low Profile Address
- After Work
- Late Night
- Group Outing
- Casual Hangout
- Date Night
- Design Destination
- Standalone
- Seated Bar
- Lounge Seating
- Standing Room
- Craft Cocktails
- Classic Cocktails
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 4 PM–1 AM
- Tuesday
- 10 AM–1 AM
- Wednesday
- 10 AM–1 AM
- Thursday
- 10 AM–1 AM
- Friday
- 10 AM–1 AM
- Saturday
- 10 AM–1 AM
- Sunday
- 4 PM–1 AM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Gleaming metal and dramatic lighting create a slightly morbid, morgue‑like setting that feels edgy, modern, and energetic rather than dark, drawing a lively crowd for creative cocktails inspired by deceased cultural icons.