The annual World’s 50 Best Bars ranking stands as the industry’s ultimate benchmark for cocktail innovation and hospitality excellence. In 2025, the United Kingdom once again clinches the coveted number one position, but every venue featured promises an extraordinary experience for discerning travelers.
Since its inception in 2009, the “World’s 50 Best Bars” awards have celebrated the global bar scene’s finest. The 2025 edition, streamed live to a worldwide audience, spotlights bars from 23 countries and welcomes 11 first-time honorees.
This year’s crown is awarded to Connaught Bar, nestled within London’s iconic Connaught Hotel in Mayfair. The bar reclaims the top honor from New York’s Dante, reaffirming London’s status as a powerhouse in the cocktail world.
Photo: The Connaught Bar
Judges praised Connaught Bar for its unwavering pursuit of perfection. Year after year, the venue raises the bar with subtle evolution rather than fleeting trends, showcasing a mastery of timeless elegance and meticulous craftsmanship.
Upon entering Connaught Bar, guests are transported into a sophisticated sanctuary where conversation sparkles and expert mixologists craft both inventive signatures and reimagined classics. The legendary Martini, theatrically presented from their bespoke Martini trolley, remains an essential highlight.
The World’s 50 Best Bars list is curated by an international panel of over 500 industry authorities. For 2025, the voting process emphasizes emerging cocktail destinations, with 20 regional chairs independently selecting diverse voting panels. This approach ensures a truly global perspective and recognizes rising stars in the bar world.
Here are the top 10 bars of 2025:
- Connaught Bar, London
- Dante, New York
- The Clumsies, Athens
- Atlas, Singapore
- Tayer + Elementary, London
- Kwant, London
- Florería Atlántico, Buenos Aires
- Coa, Hong Kong
- Jigger & Pony, Singapore
- The SG Club, Tokyo
See the complete World’s 50 Best Bars 2025 ranking here.
Which stellar bar do you think deserves a spot on next year’s list? Share your recommendations in the comments below.
