Honeycomb Hi-Fi

Honeycomb Hi-Fi makes a persuasive case for choosing a bar by what you want to hear. The Japanese-inspired listening-room format places vinyl, selectors and a carefully tuned sound system at the centre, while the food and drinks support rather than compete with the music. It feels more culturally specific than a generic hotel lounge and less performative than a conventional club.

Choose it when the group cares about music and wants somewhere energetic without committing to a full club night. The programme can shape the experience, so check the current line-up before going. For The Radar, its value is simple: it gives Business Bay a distinctive after-dark recommendation that is about taste rather than skyline views.