Tucked away at 13 Old Bailey Street in Central (SoHo), The Pontiac cuts through Hong Kongâs refined cocktail culture with unapologetic diveâbar grit and an electric vibe. This is a place where bras hang from the ceiling, female bartenders rule the night, and the atmosphere channels a Coyote Uglyâmeetsârockâclub energy that feels both wild and welcoming. Behind the sliding front door, the bar is narrow and buzzing. Warm up with icy beers or order off the everâshifting cocktail menuâthink scotchâginger bitters âHobnail,â or the zesty, fruity âHotline Miamiâ spiked with white rum, Thai peppers, basil, and maraschino. The bar's musical fuse is set by the jukebox, blasting Bon Jovi and more, urging patrons to dance on the tables or simply holler along. Led by coâowner and cocktailâqueen Beckaly Franks (formerly of Portlandâs Clyde Common), The Pontiac thrives on spontaneity, inclusivity, and unapologetic fun. Itâs a place where the staff seem as engrossed in your night as you areâfastâpaced, casual, and lively. The atmosphere is local legend, earning its spot as No. 26 on Asiaâs 50 Best Bars in 2021 and regularly highlighted for its grungy aesthetic and standout energy. This is strictly a drinksâonly barâB.Y.O.F. (bring your own food) is accepted if you can manage the cozy space, but donât expect a table for a pizza feast. Stay for happy hour (typically 5â8âŻpm daily) or ride the buzz into the nightâthis is the kind of joint where collegeânostalgia and punkârock spirit collide, and everyoneâs invited.
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