The Aubrey (Bar)

Perched atop the Mandarin Oriental, The Aubrey unfolds across a labyrinth of intimate rooms, each one a set piece of velvet, lacquerware and ukiyo-e prints. The cocktail programme champions Japan’s most intriguing spirits, including shochu, awamori and umeshu, all deployed with seasonal Japanese botanicals and meticulous technique. The kitchen matches the ambition, with a menu of modern Japanese izakaya fare designed for sharing. Think Hokkaido milk bread with uni, or delicate tempura, best enjoyed as the sun drops behind the harbour.

Tatler Tip

Book the four-seat omakase cocktail bar section, where bar manager Stefano Bussi tailors each course to your palate in a performance that feels more intimate than the rest of the venue.