Mo Bar at Mandarin Oriental, Shenzhen Celebrates Ranking No. 21 on Asia's Best 50 Bars 2025 List

Tiger Chang, Director of Beverages and Head Bartender, with the MO Bar team

Hong Kong, 16 July 2025 - Perched on the 79th floor of Mandarin Oriental, Shenzhen, the captivating MO Bar has achieved a groundbreaking milestone by being ranked number 21 on the prestigious Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2025 list. This remarkable accomplishment marks three historic firsts: MO Bar is the first hotel bar from Mainland China to be listed; it’s the first Mandarin Oriental hotel bar in Mainland China to receive this honour; and it’s the first time a bar in Shenzhen has been represented in the ranking.

Since opening in early 2022, MO Bar has redefined modern mixology through innovative cocktail programmes that reflect Chinese heritage, from the Movable Type cocktails inspired by ancient printing techniques to the current Colours of China cocktails celebrating traditional pigments. The award-winning team has also brought an exciting global cocktail culture to Shenzhen by featuring guest bartenders from Asia’s and The World’s 50 Best Bars.

Colours of China: MO Bar’s signature cocktail menu

Commanding breathtaking views of Shenzhen’s skyline, MO Bar offers guests an immersive journey through China’s 24 Solar Terms. The collection features 16 meticulously crafted cocktails and non-alcoholic creations, each representing a different solar term from China’s ancient agricultural calendar, which chronicles nature’s seasonal transitions.

Tiger Chang, Head Bartender of MO Bar and Director of Beverages at Mandarin Oriental, Shenzhen explains: “We are deeply honoured by this recognition from Asia’s 50 Best Bars. As the pioneering Mainland China hotel bar on this prestigious list, we remain committed to pushing creative boundaries through innovative cocktail programmes and by bringing world-class bar talent to Shenzhen. Our team will continue to establish MO Bar as a must-visit global cocktail destination.”

Mr Christian Dolenc, General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Shenzhen and Area Vice President Operations, South China, adds: “This achievement reflects our team’s passion for creating exceptional, unexpected experiences for every guest. MO Bar’s inclusion not only elevates our city’s standing in the Asia cocktail scene but also opens doors for more Mainland Chinese bars to gain international recognition. It reinforces Shenzhen’s emergence as a world-class culinary destination.”

About MO Bar, Shenzhen The rooftop bar is a favourite hangout for the city’s sophisticated night owls. Industrial-chic design is combined with cutting-edge mixology, while an outdoor terrace offers thrilling views of the glittering night-time city. Leading the MO Bar team is Tiger Chang. Having worked in some of the trendiest late-night lounges in Asia, Tiger knows how to mix a mean cocktail. Guests certainly enjoy watching his dazzling shaker tricks! And with a DJ, the bar’s vibe is a lively one. For cocktail connoisseurs and cultural explorers alike, MO Bar promises avant-garde creations, a buzzing atmosphere and world-class service.

About Mandarin Oriental, Shenzhen

Mandarin Oriental, Shenzhen is situated at the top of Upperhills Tower One, with panoramic views of the heart of the city as well as stunning Lotus Hill Park and Bijia Mountain Park. The luxury property offers 178 spacious guest rooms with a wonderful outlook across the city skyline. The hotel’s eight distinctive restaurants and bars make the hotel an enticing dining destination in Shenzhen. Enhancing the guest experience with an exclusive ambience and personalised service is The Mandarin Club. Guests will find signature Mandarin Oriental wellness treatments at The Spa, a state-of-the-art Fitness Centre and a spectacular indoor lap pool with a 30-metre-high sky roof. On the 77th floor of the hotel, The Gallery is one of the highest banquet spaces in the city. Adjoining the hotel, The Cube is a unique landmark in the Futian district, with a versatile meeting place offering 1,500 square metres for events.

About Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group

Mandarin Oriental is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the world’s most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences. Each outstanding property reflects the Group’s dual Asian heritage, while proudly distilling the Essence of the Destination, reflected in every hotel’s own fan - carefully crafted by local artisans. Driven by a passion for the exceptional, every day, everywhere, the Group’s mission is to craft time-enriching experiences that transform the ordinary to the exceptional and guests to fans through its legendary service. The Group now operates 44 hotels, 12 residences and 26 exceptional homes in 27 countries and territories with many more projects under development. Mandarin Oriental continues to drive its reputation as an innovative leader in luxury hospitality, delivering sustainable growth over the long term.