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Originally published by Sophie Pettit. Last updated by Inés Fung and Annette Chan.
There’s nothing like a nice cold pint and a good old-fashioned pub quiz to break up the working week, and luckily for us, there’s one on almost every night of the week in our non-stop city. So why not gather together some of your friends and put your knowledge of trivia to the test at one of the best pub quiz nights in Hong Kong?
Tucked away at the bottom of a neon-lit staircase on Wyndham Street is a hip hole-in-the-wall bar called The Aftermath. Not only are they supporters of local live music and arts, but they also lend their venue to the popular Millennial Quiz Night for two Mondays of the month.
Previous themes include cool Britannia, 1990s cartoons, and Harry Potter, but one thing’s for sure—quizmaster Bailey Atkinson will never, ever ask any question that pre-dates 1981. Prizes for the winning team range from disposable cameras and Champagne to sponsored goodies like CBD products and craft gin, but all quizzers can expect to get a participation ribbon (because there’s nothing more millennial than that).
When: Twice a month on Mondays, check Millennial Quiz Night’s Facebook page or Instagram for details
Where: The Aftermath, L/G, 57–59 Wyndham Street, Central
Book: Call? What are you, a boomer? Just buy a ticket for a team of two or four on Zicket.
Why not kick off your week at The Queen Vic in Wan Chai? Everyone’s a winner here, with prizes being awarded to all teams that take part, and the jackpot prize of $500 bar vouchers going to the winners. Each team can have five members maximum, and there are usually 10 teams taking part. A great way to beat the Monday blues!
When: Every Monday at 8.30 pm
Where: The Queen Victoria, 110 Lockhart Road, Wan Chai | (+852) 2529 7800
Book: No booking necessary, just turn up on the night
This popular pub takes quiz night pretty seriously and holds trivia competitions on Sundays and Mondays. There’s space for six teams at the White Stag, with a maximum of seven people per team, and a round of free drinks for the winners. Bottoms up!
When: Certain Sundays and every Monday at 7 pm, check The White Stag Facebook page for updates
Where: The White Stag, 52 Lockhart Road, Wan Chai | (+852) 2866 4244
Book: No booking necessary, just turn up on the night
Grab five friends and head to traditional British pub Trafalgar on a Tuesday night to battle it out for the ultimate prize of $500 bar vouchers. This big space can hold up to 18 teams and boasts a menu of traditional hearty British pub grub such as fish and chips, Yorkshire pudding, and premium beers and ales.
When: Every Tuesday at 7.30 pm
Where: Trafalgar, 5/F, The Broadway, 54–62 Lockhart Road, Wan Chai | (+852) 2110 1535
Book: Call ahead to book a table
The Jockey Public House is a small yet cosy pub that receives much love for its friendly neighbourhood vibe. Facing the southern end of the Happy Valley Racecourse, the popular joint has indoor and outdoor seating, so you don’t have to fight your way through the crowd, and with cash dining vouchers up for grabs, it’s a definite winner in our book.
When: Every first and third Tuesday of every month at 7.30 pm
Where: The Jockey Public House, 33 Wong Nai Chung Road, Happy Valley | (+852) 2572 2266
Book: Walk-ins accepted, but it’s safer to call ahead as spaces fill up fast
No Nando’s? No problem. Flaming Frango’s here to cater to all your piri piri needs—and you can also sate your appetite for sweet, sweet trivia at its regular quiz nights. Enjoy happy hour deals until 9 pm as veteran quizmaster Chris Bhojwani questions you on everything from general knowledge to sports, current affairs, and celebrities. We’re happy to report that after half a year in operation, Flaming Frango has recently introduced trivia nights to its new(ish) Kennedy Town location.
When: Every Tuesday (Kennedy Town) and Wednesday (Soho), 7.30 pm
Where: Flaming Frango, 55 Elgin Street, Soho | (+852) 2556 7555
36 Forbes Street | (+852) 2813 5001
Book: Call ahead to register a team of four
Another option to get rid of your hump day blues is to make your way down to McSorley’s Discovery Bay where, besides challenging your trivia skills, you can also feast on some of their handmade pies or authentic Indian curries. The Soho branch in particular is a popular venue, so make sure you call ahead to book a table for you and your teammates—good luck!
When: Every first and third Thursday (DB) of every month at 8 pm
Where: McSorley’s, Block B, D’Deck, Discovery Bay | (+852) 2987 8280
Book: Call ahead to book a table
Hosted by the same quizmasters as The Queen Victoria’s Monday night quiz, and only a few doors down the road, Churchill’s opens its doors to clever punters every Thursday. Following the same format as its neighbour, prizes are rewarded to all teams taking part, with $500 bar vouchers going to the winners. Each team can have five members maximum, with around ten teams taking part each week. Give your team the winning edge by checking the night’s topics for each round on their Facebook page.
When: Every Thursday at 8.30 pm
Where: Churchill’s, 104 Lockhart Road, Wan Chai | (+852) 2177 7002
Book: No booking necessary, just turn up on the night
Another Wan Chai institution with a cracking trivia quiz is Delaney’s, though you’ll have to keep an eye on their social media pages to figure out which day it’s actually on. That being said, entry is free, and winners receive cash vouchers while many participants will be able to enjoy free shots—so what do you have to lose?
When: Weekly, mostly on Wednesdays or Saturdays, check their Facebook page to be sure
Where: Delaney’s, B/F, The Wharney Guangdong Hotel, 57–73 Lockhart Road, Wan Chai | (+852) 2861 1935
Book: Call ahead or try your luck with a walk-in
If you like to play a long game—with plenty of chances for redemption—then you’ll appreciate the competition structure at The Roundhouse. Their trivia season runs for eight weeks, during which fixed teams vie for points to get on the leader board and compete in the grand final. Newcomers are welcome, though availability is limited so do make sure to book a table if you’re keen—and you should be, since last season’s grand prize was a keg of craft beer!
When: Every Tuesday at 7 pm (Soho) and every Sunday at 6 pm (Wan Chai) during trivia season
Where: The Roundhouse, 62 Peel Street, Soho, Central | (+852) 2366 4880
29 Amoy Street, Wan Chai | (+852) 2866 3330
Book: Call or email [email protected]
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