Exotic, glamorous and steeped in the worldly romance of its namesake bon vivant, the legendary Charles H. Baker, this intimate bar discreetly hidden away on our lower level is where cocktail connoisseurs go to find the perfect drink.
Awards
- Named the Best Bar in Korea
- Ranked #42 on The World's 50 Best Bars 2021 list
- Ranked #7 on The Asia's 50 Best Bars 2022 list
HOURS
- Daily
- 6:00 pm – 1:30 am
- Please note
- Advance reservations are available for a limited number of first seatings. Contact our Hotel for more information.
- Dress code
- Smart casual; long pants and closed-toe shoes required for gentlemen No sportswear, sandals, flip-flops or slippers
Signature Drinks
Velvet MartiniBeefeater 24 Gin, Mancino Bianco, Fino Sherry, Local Citrus Oils, Olives
Mojito ColadaPlantation Pineapple Rum, Coconut Milk, Fresh Mint, Angostura Bitters
NOLA FlightClassic Manhattan, De La Louisiane and Vieux Carré
Meet the Team
Odd Strandbakken
Head BartenderCreatively inspired since he made his first mocktail at age nine, native Norwegian Odd Strandbakken began bartending in a tiny town deep in the Arctic Circle where there were more polar bears than people. Since then, he has travelled to 42 countries working at the world’s top bars; sampling the finest global blends; and furthering his insatiable passion for distillation and fermentation, brewing and preservation. With a style that’s uniquely his own, Strandbakken is on a mission to support local producers over global brands and ensure house-made products take centre stage. He’s dedicated to minimalism so expect clean cocktails with a worldly vision, paired with a good story.
“If you want your cocktails to reflect a local and unique terroir, you have to use local, high-quality ingredients and global culinary techniques.”
Events
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Charles H. Companion Series
Join us as we collaborate with our friends for an exclusive mixology journey for the epicurious. Visit Charles H. to explore the #CharlesHCompanionSeries every month with a new menu. Seats are limited and prices may vary.
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