Lockdown is a recent speakeasy-style cocktail bar in Central, Hong Kong, conceived by Agung and Laura Prabowo (behind Penicillin, Old Man, Dead&) as a playful homage to the city’s pandemic lockdown era. The bar's entry is intentionally mischievous: you’ll find its inconspicuous entrance next to a toilet sign on Hollywood Road. That nod to confinement serves as metaphor — hidden behind everyday facades during restrictions. Once inside, the space is moody, with deep shadows, warm tones, Art Deco styling, and a “rotating bar station” that brings theatrical movement to the counter. Seating is limited (around 30 guests) to maintain intimacy. The cocktail menu is structured around Remastered Forgotten Classics and Vintage & Antique Cocktails, blending nostalgic references with modern technique. Some standout drinks include Stone Fence, Left Bank, Gin Rickey, and Grasshopper reinterpreted with Asian ingredients (miso, banana, etc.). The service style is “seated only” — no standing at the bar — which encourages conversation and slow enjoyment. The overall tone is a balance: serious about craft, playful in concept, and mysterious in presentation.
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