DarkSide

Jazz Bar

Timeless celebration of rare aged spirits

DarkSide is a cocktail parlour that offers rare aged spirits, vintage cigars and classic cocktails complemented by sultry live jazz. DarkSide was not only named “Best Hotel Bar” and “Best Bar of the Year” in 2021 by Timeout Hong Kong. It also received acclaim as one of “Asia’s 50 Best Bars” for four consecutive years (ranked no.17 in 2024) and listed as no. 49 in World’s 50 Best Bars 2021. In addition to an extensive library of fine rum, whisky and calvados, its dark spirits selection harks back to the early 19th century and includes an exclusive blend of cognac created by the award-winning bar team. The cocktail list pays homage to Kowloon’s “Dark Side” moniker and focuses on time-honoured traditions updated with innovative techniques.

Dress Code: Smart casual. Please refrain from wearing sleep wear, beachwear, athletic wear, flip flops, or open toed shoes.

HOURS

Sunday – Thursday: 5pm-12am daily, last order at 11:30pm

Friday – Saturday: 5pm-1am, last order at 12:30am

We accept reservations for 4 guests and above.

Children under 18 years old are not permitted.

Live Jazz performance time:

Sunday - Thursday: 8pm - 11:30pm

Friday - Saturday: 8:30pm - 12am

CONTACT

+852 3891 8732 hongkong.darkside@rosewoodhotels.com

“Yin Yang” Cocktail Menu

Drawing inspiration from the ancient Chinese philosophy of yin and yang, our curated cocktail menu presents a beautiful interpretation of these opposing yet interconnected forces. The menu features eight drinks – four yin and yang counterparts named after opposing forces. Each cocktail has been carefully crafted with ingredients chosen to reflect the characteristics of its namesake and comes presented in either a custom-designed handmade glass or porcelain glass. You’ll find each drink on the corresponding side of the menu, which has been illustrated to depict Hong Kong’s own yin and yang counterparts: Kowloon, otherwise known as ‘The Darkside’, and Hong Kong Island. In keeping with Rosewood’s A Sense of Place® guiding philosophy, DarkSide invited local artisans to contribute their unique skills to the menu. Glassware was created by local glassblowing workshop Soekjing Studio, ceramics by Tung Yao Production, and the interactive vessels and coasters were brought to life by 3D Vault.

Toby Lo

Toby Lo, Assistant Bar Manager at DarkSide, is a charismatic, talented bartender well-recognised for his flair bartending skills and ardent mixology expertise. Driven by his commitment to delivering unique and enchanting cocktail experiences to all guests, Toby’s pursuit of new techniques and knowledge is unwavering. His remarkable flair bartending skills - an art form involving dynamic and theatrical movements such as flipping, spinning, and balancing bottles, shakers, and glassware - are testament to his creativity and showmanship. At DarkSide, he strives to enhance the overall guest experience and leave a memorable impression.

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DarkSide

Timeless celebration of rare aged spirits

“Yin Yang” Cocktail Menu

Toby Lo