#111Global
provisional 2026 rating
★ Currently qualifies as Kinda Decent in the Kinda Decent Index 2026.
A standout in Rome, judged against the size of its scene, not just the size of the city. See the full class →
This live rating may change until the incorporated world’s 50 best bars 2026 results and remaining accepted 2026 inputs are locked in a reviewed, committed snapshot and the edition is frozen.
Drink Kong is a neon-lit Rome cocktail bar with a retro-futurist pulse and a broad late-night menu. Flux pairs precise signature drinks with Japanese-leaning food, while the bar also welcomes requests for classics. It suits a dressed-up night without becoming formal.
Description source · Checked 2026-09-09
Plan Your Visit
Piazza di S. Martino ai Monti 8, Rome, ItalyMonti
- Style
- Futurist cocktail barChecked 2026-09-09 · Source
- Hours
- Daily, 6:30pm–2am; last order 1:30am.Checked 2026-09-09 · Source
- Booking
- Reservations accepted for parties up to six; no reservations after midnight. Guests must be 18+ and dress is smart casual.Checked 2026-09-09 · Source
- Prices
- Toki Highball €15; classic cocktails and long drinks from €14.Checked 2026-09-09 · Source
- Menu
- View the venue’s menu ↗Checked 2026-09-09 · Source
Hours and menus can change. Check the venue’s latest details before visiting.
The score & its evidence
Seven signals. One score.
49.0 / 100
The composite combines the seven weighted signals and the published adjustments. The chart shows each signal before weighting.
Read the full calculation- Guest ratings
- 66.5
- World's 50 Best
- 50.0
- Top 500 Bars
- 77.7
- Spirited Awards
- —None found · Checked; no qualifying signal found; contributes zero
- Regional Recognition
- 55.8
- Serious press
- 9.8
- Social Vibes
- 59.5
Weights: Guest ratings 23% · World's 50 Best 12% · Top 500 Bars 10% · Spirited 12% · Regional Recognition 18% · Press 10% · Social Vibes 15%
Missing evidence, confirmed none and evidence outside a scoring window each contribute zero. We do not redistribute their fixed weight to other signals.
Social Vibes
Score read updated:
Sentiment score
85/ 100
Score context
Visitors highlight unique mood-based cocktail menu, cool retro-futuristic neon atmosphere, knowledgeable bartenders, and inventive drinks with high 'Kong Factor'. Service praised; some note waits and pretentious descriptors.
Guest score details
What guests like
- unique inventive cocktails
- cool atmosphere
- great service
- knowledgeable staff
What to know
- can have waits
- menu style polarizing
Source excerpt
“Very cool chic bar. Drinks are unique as is the menu. Service was great the bartender made suggestions and was kind.”
Source: tripadvisor.com (linked below)
Review & discussion links
Crowd signal
Google 4.3★ across 2,357 reviews.
View on Google · Checked . Ratings and review counts can change.
Awards
Results from the three global systems scored separately in our formula.
Regional Recognition
Regional and national lists, local awards and bartender peer picks considered for this room's Regional Recognition score. The strongest result from each program and year scores; assessed guides use the latest accepted dated status once.