Great drinks deserve great settings, and The Londoner Macao delivers with three top-tier bars under one roof.
From the traditional British atmosphere of Gordon Ramsay Pub & Grill to the charming Thai influences of The Mews and sophisticated New York-inspired glamour of The St. Regis Bar, each venue offers its own unique experience.
Whether you’re after avant-garde cocktails or cosy spots to relax with friends, these bars are essential destinations in Macao’s evolving cocktail scene. Join us on a mini bar crawl to see what they’re all about.
Gordon Ramsay Pub & Grill: Where British pub traditions come to life
Gordon Ramsay Pub & Grill may have just earned its first Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, but this elevated gastropub isn’t just about vino – its cocktails are just as impressive. “Most of our cocktails are inspired by London’s famous landmarks, using ingredients from the UK or Macao,” says mixologist Brian Li.
He points to the Portobello Market, which combines Bacardi rum and sour apple schnapps with aloe vera, lemon, ginger and chamomile bitters. “The green apple liqueur adds fruitiness and acidity, ginger syrup brings spice, and aloe vera provides balanced sweetness and herbal notes – just like the diversity you’ll find at Portobello Market in Notting Hill,” Li explains.
Local ingredients feature prominently, too. The Macau Sling, for instance, uses gin infused with local osmanthus flowers and chilled mandarin tea. “We emphasise sustainability and creativity while honouring homegrown flavours,” he adds.
Of course, a great cocktail is nothing without an atmosphere. The central bar, set in the heart of the restaurant, has an unmistakable conviviality – making it a perfect gathering place for Chinese New Year celebrations. This winter, look for a new lineup of whiskey- and bourbon-based cocktails featuring persimmon, mandarin, and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg.
“As a British-inspired pub, we embrace every holiday in true Gordon Ramsay fashion,” says Li. “And, of course, no winter celebration is complete without plenty of mulled wine!”
The Mews: A Thai hideaway inspired by adventure
British and Thai influences converge at the ever-stylish The Mews, a Michelin-recommended restaurant and bar inspired by the character of Sir Robert Bowring – an imagined 19th-century British entrepreneur who took a trip to Thailand with the East India Company and returned home to London to transform an old mews (a stable and servants’ house) into a luxurious repository for his Thai treasures.
Internationally acclaimed designer Ashley Sutton brings this tale to life with equestrian-inspired motifs, dramatic barrel-vaulted red brick ceilings and gleaming leather couches – an enchanting atmosphere that channels the wonder and joy of travel.
Meanwhile, mixologist Samantha Pun tells the story in liquid form. Inspired by Sir Bowring’s impressions of a royal Thai garden, the aptly named Secret Garden blends salted plum-infused herbal liqueur with galangal, fresh lemon and a splash of tonic.
Looking for something sweeter? Pun recommends the Mango Sticky Rice cocktail. “It’s a clarified milk punch with a mango-flavoured daiquiri base, topped with rice pudding foam,” she explains. “It’s like a liquid dessert.”
From its eclectic decor to innovative drinks, The Mews is clearly a rising star. “The last year has put Macao on the map for world-class bars,” she says. “Here at The Mews, we’re a hidden gem – still under the radar, but not for long.”
The St. Regis Bar: Jazz, elegance and a top 50 spot
For any drinks enthusiast, The St. Regis Bar is a must-visit destination. Ranked among Asia’s top 50 bars, the bar exudes old-world charm with its live jazz and lush interiors inspired by the brand’s rich New York heritage. The glamorous ambience comes to life through rich wood panelling, dark velvet sofas and a striking marble bar. Just behind, a captivating mural celebrates Macao’s heyday as a historic port city, blending vivid depictions of local landmarks with auspicious Chinese symbols.
It’s here where Head Mixologist Kevin Lai crafts signature cocktails inspired by his travels. “My philosophy is to explore the world through mixology, so you’ll see my experiences reflected in many of our drinks,” he explains.
His creations include the Times Square, a prismatic tipple featuring house-distilled lavender gin with blueberry and butterscotch liqueurs inspired by the vibrant NYC landmark that then lends the drink its name. There’s also the Dia De Fiesta, a mezcal-based creation combining dragon fruit syrup, jalapeño, olive juice and rosé – a reference to the National Puerto Rican Day Parade along Fifth Avenue and the diversity of Hispanic-American culture in the US.
Closer to home, the Maria do Leste offers a bold twist on The St. Regis’s signature Bloody Mary. The signature highlights Macao’s trade history with inventive accompaniments like chouriço, Brazilian pink peppercorns and a bite-sized Macao-style egg tart.
For the ultimate nightcap? There’s the Macao Egg Tart. The cocktail is a playful spin on the SAR’s favourite pastry – and it tastes close enough to the real thing thanks to a luscious mix of dark rum, caramel, creamy Advocaat liqueur and condensed milk, all topped with a flower-shaped crisp. “It is very decadent, buttery baked goodness,” says Lai.
Whether you transport yourself to Gordon Ramsay’s London, 19th-century Thailand or ritzy New York, every drink comes with a sense of discovery at The Londoner Macao.
