Four Seasons Bars BKK Social Club and ARGO Earn Places on World’s 50 Bars 2023 List

Following an impressive display on Asia's 50 Best Bars list in July, featuring six establishments, Four Seasons has further solidified its international acclaim as BKK Social Club and ARGO have now also earned coveted places on the World’s 50 Best Bars 2023 list. BKK Social Club, Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River, secured the #13 spot and was named the #1 Bar in Asia, while ARGO, Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong, celebrates an impressive ranking of #34 in the World. This dual recognition underscores the exceptional quality of the Four Seasons restaurant and bar portfolio and is a testament to Four Seasons unwavering dedication to beverage excellence across the portfolio of more than 100 bars globally.

Describing the ambiance and experience at BKK Social Club, the World’s 50 Best Bars notes: “This stunning venue combines the glamour of Buenos Aires with the vibrancy of Bangkok. Every detail has been carefully considered, from the striking back bar to the gorgeous green velvet banquettes, from the tropical foliage to the low lighting: one feels almost as if on a movie set. And that’s before we even get to the cocktail menu masterfully curated by veteran Philip Bischoff and his talented team. The bar’s emphasis on conviviality is clear from the moment you walk in the door and the hospitality is en pointe. There is a cigar lounge for enthusiasts, quite a collection of grower champagnes for fans of bubbles and if you want to take a bit of BKK Social Club with you, check out their excellent playlist on Spotify.”

ARGO is similarly praised by World’s 50 Best Bars: “ARGO is named after the fabled ship from Jason and the Argonauts of Greek mythology. But instead of searching for the Golden Fleece, this Argo is seeking cocktail greatness and by all counts it has succeeded. First of all the stunning decor with floor to ceiling windows and views of Victoria Harbour is something to behold, the overall effect is that of a futuristic conservatory. On the drinks side, Federico Balzarini (beverage manager) with cohorts Summer Lo (assistance director of F&B) and Yvonne Chan (head bartender) created Cook Book, a menu inspired by Hong Kong's vibrant food culture and offering 12 tantalising cocktails.”

This continued recognition underscores Four Seasons commitment to beverage excellence, exemplified by the presence of six establishments on the 2023 Asia's 50 Best Bars awards list. Announced in Hong Kong in July 2023, Asia’s Best Bars Academy revealed stellar results for Four Seasons bars in Asia Pacific including BKK Social Club at #3, ARGO at #8, VIRTÙ at #20, Bar Trigona at #36, Copitas at #38 and Charles H. at #51.

Four Seasons restaurants and bars across the globe offer unique expressions of innovative craftsmanship and a heartfelt dedication to genuine service. From Bar Antoine at Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane to the Champagne Bar at Four Seasons Hotel at the Surf Club, and from the Chandelier Bar at Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans to Isa at Four Seasons Hotel Madrid – each establishment showcases Four Seasons commitment to creating personalized experiences that leave a lasting impression on guests.

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About World’s 50 Best Bars

First published in 2009, The World's 50 Best Bars is an annual list that celebrates the best of the international drinks industry. Voted on by an esteemed Academy of 680 anonymous drinks aficionados spread across the globe, the 2023 ranking draws from the knowledge and experiences of the widest pool of experts ever. The gender-balanced panel comprises industry experts, including drinks writers, bartenders and educators and well-travelled cocktail enthusiasts.