Most Popular Bars and Clubs in Beijing         北京最热门的酒吧和俱乐部

Beijing's main expat-friendly boozing district, Sanlitun (Chinese:三里屯) is famed for its "Bar Street", more properly known as
Sanlitun Bei Lu, a north-south strip of drinking establishments a long block east of the Workers' Stadium that at one time
contained practically all of the city's bars. The fastest-growing spot for late-night drinking is the Back Lakes (Shicha Hai or Hou
Hai), a previously serene spot with a few discreetly fashionable bars north of Bei Hai Park which has exploded into a riot of
neon, capped by the ghastly Lotus Lane. Perhaps the most notable trend is the resurgence of hotel bars, which are the most
appealing and stylish drinking options in Beijing, most notably
Centro (Kerry Center), Red Moon (Grand Hyatt) and Aria
(China World Hotel)


"Formal, but not intimidating" is how designer Philippe Starck describes his creation. The opulence of this huge luxury venue is
matched by the attention to detail behind the bar, which is stocked with a vast array of European and New World wines. Guests
can choose between a restaurant, a lounge that features live entertainment and DJs most nights, an Oyster Bar, a cocktail bar,
a cigar room and 45 private VIP Rooms.

Address: 4/F LG Twin Towers, 12B Jianguomen Wai Dajie, Chaoyang District
Phone: 10-5109 6012/13
Open Hours: Daily 11am-3am
Transportation: Subway Line 1 or 2 at Jianguomen
Website: www.lanbeijing.com



A huge favorite among the city’s expats, formerly the Hidden Tree this place is a convivial, stone-floored pub that marries a
fantastic array of beers (40 Belgian brews alone) with some of the best wood-fired pizzas in Beijing.

Address: 43 Sanlitun Beijie (100m west of Sanlitun North Bar street, Youyi Youth Hostel, behind Poachers       
Inn), Chaoyang District   
Phone: 10-6415 1954
Transportation: Subway Line 2 at DongSiShiTiao
Open Hours:  Mon-Sat 11am-late; Sun 1pm-late
Website: www.treebeijing.com



A short walk north of the Drum and Bell Towers, Bed Tapas & Bar is the perfect Beijing bar – an old courtyard house kitted out
with antique furniture, including kang-style beds. Excellent food, plus weekend DJs.

Address: 17 Zhang wang hutong, off Jiu Gulou Dajie, Dongcheng District
Phone: 10-8400-1554
Open Hours: Daily 3pm-2am



It may be a hotel bar but it's Beijing's classiest bar where you can guarantee to find a crowd and, quite possibly, visiting rock
stars, government ministers and Chinese film directors. A giant bar, spacious lounging areas, a stage, a private room, wine
cellars – the Kerry Centre's bar is well-designed and branded right down to the carpets, but far from being oppressive and
overdone, Centro is a surprisingly comfortable spot to down a drink and do your best Cary Grant impression. Nightly live jazz
performances. Now boasting two happy hours. Happy hour 5-8pm daily.

Address: Kerry Center Hotel, 1 Guanghua Lu
Phone: 10-10-6561-8833
Open Hours: Daily 24 hrs
Transportation: Subway Line 1 at Guomao



A terrific location between the Drum and Bell Towers, and an appealing mix of aged furniture. Cultural Revolution memorabilia,
cheap Tsingtao beer, and friendly staff.

Address: 41 Zhong Lou Wan Hutong, Dongcheng District
Phone: 10-8403-3600
Open Hours: Daily noon-2am
Internet: WiFi wireless internet access



The oldest Hou Hai bar is also the best, with a ramshackle charm that defeats the copyists. Heated by wood-burning stoves, or
cooled by lake breezes, it’s perfect for year-round.

Address: 3 Qianhai Dongyan, Xicheng District
Phone: 10-6401-8541
Open Hours: Daily noon-2am



On a hutong dotted with several hostels, Pass By is a well-established travelers’haunt. Relocated in a restored courtyard
house down a hutong east of Qian Hai in 2002, Tibetan-themed Pass-by is more gathering place than nightspot, with an
extensive English-language library, a useful message board, rotating photo exhibits on the walls, and a good mix of Chinese
and foreign regulars. There's great Italian food by a chef stolen from Annie's and a separate nonsmoking section -- almost
unheard-of in a Beijing bar. The courtyard is idyllic in summer with outdoor seating. Internet access is available (¥10/$1 per hr.).

Address: 108 NanLuoguXiang, DongCheng District
Back Lakes; alley is to left/west of a Muslim restaurant on the north side of Ping'an Dadao -- walk north 150m/492 ft
Phone: 10-8403-8004
Open Hours: Daily 9am-2am
Internet: Free WiFi wireless internet access  免费无线上网
Credit Cards: All chinese and foreign credit cards accepted



Where Beijing’s smart set mingles with Executive Class visitors. This is the sleek house bar of one of the city’s most high-
powered hotels. Dress to impress for cocktails, sushi bar, and cigar lounge. Quality, of course, comes at a price.

Address: 1/F, Grand Hyatt Hotel, Beijing Oriental Plaza, 1 Dong Chang'an jie,  Dongcheng District
Phone: 10-8518-1234
Transportation: Subway Line 1 at Wangfujing
Open Hours: Sun-Thu 5pm-1am; Fri-Sat 5pm-2am
Credit Cards: All chinese and foreign credit cards accepted


  • Souk 苏克会馆

Tucked behind Anni’s restaurant near the west gate of Chaoyang park, Souk is where the Middle East (in the form of hookahs
and Lebanese Cuisine) meets the Far east. There are the obligatory Kang-style beds for lounging and a courtyard for al fresco
drinking, as well as weekend DJs..

Address: West gate of Chaoyang Park
Phone: 10-6506-7309
Open Hours: Daily 5pm-2am



While it may not be as historically significant as its namesake up at the Summer Palace, this Stone Boat does a good latte, it’s
a WiFi hotspot and , come evening, it serves as a unique, candlelit venue for a quiet drink.

Address: Lakeside, southwest corner of Ri Tan Park, Chaoyang district
Phone: 10-6501-9986
Transportation: Subway Line 1 at Yongan Li
Open Hours:10am-late
Internet: WiFi wireless internet access, Free Wi-Fi 免费无线上网



The name is from a Richard Mason novel about a prostitute, but this Suzie Wong is wholly respectable and the most famous
bar in Beijing. It set the mark for the “opium den-style” popular in Beijing bar-land and it’s stayed ahead of the pack thanks to
its guaranteed good-time for all. The in-house DJ trio of Bobby, Youdai and Chozie are among the city's best.

Address: 1A Nongzhanguan Lu, West gate of Chanyang Park
Phone: 10-6593-6049
Open Hours:Daily 7pm-late


  • Huxley’s 德彼酒吧

The house motto is “Shut up and drink.” Not only is this the cheapest bar on the street, it also shows up the other venues as
the pretentious wannabes they really are. Cheap drinks and loud, varied music mean that Huxley's is best enjoyed with a group
of mates - go alone and you'll meet plenty in there.

Address: 16 Yandai XieJie
Phone: 10-6402-7825
Open Hours: Daily 6pm-late


  • Lotus Root 莲花

Another fine Yandai Xiejie bar, this one squeezed into a narrow,two-story house with a compact, boho interior and roof terrace

Address: 29, 32 Yandai Xiejie, Xicheng District
Phone: 10-6407-7857
Open Hours: Daily 10am-midnight
Internet:  WiFi wireless internet access


  • Guan Tang

Cozy bar with a tranquil atmosphere, although with cocktails at just RMB30 things often don’t stay that tranquil for long

Address: 13 Dongming Hutong

  • East Shore live Jazz Cafe 东岸咖啡

Opened by legendary jazzman Liu Yuan - ex-manager of CD Jazz Cafe, the stylish interior of East Shore is hidden behind a
non-descript exterior. Featuring live jazz from Thursday to Sunday, go there for the music, the vibe and the panoramic views of
Qianhai. Drinks are priced as elsewhere in Houhai.

Address: 2/F, 2 Qianhai Nanyanlu (just to the west of the post office on Dianmen Waidajie), Xicheng District
Phone: 10-8403-2131
Open Hours: Daily 11am-late


  • Xin Bar  润心阁

This little gem has colorful Yunnan decorations, leafy foliage, and a roof terrace overlooking the surrounding hutongs. As well
as cheap beer there are ten types of tea..

Address: 152 Jiugulou Dajie, Xicheng District
Phone: 10-6400-7571
Open Hours: Daily 11.30am-late


  • Jia Fu Teahouse

Modeled after a Qing-era home, this teahouse is filled with antique furniture and often has live Chinese music

Address: Hou Hai Nan Yan
Phone: 10-6616-0725

  • Aria  阿郦雅

The China World Hotel has managed to neatly sidestep this usual hotel-bar ennui by situating Aria Bar through a small door
away from their lobby, enclosing it and making it feel separate from the hotel. A great place for an aperitif, before heading
upstairs to
Aria Restaurant, it's also a popular place for an after-work tipple or meeting thanks to the huge wine list and large
selection of hors d'ouevres. The bar stepped up a gear in March 2007 when it headhunted star mixologist Bruce Li.

Address: 2/F China World Hotel, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District, Beijing
Open Hours: 11am-midnight
Phone: 10-6505 2266 ext36
Transportation: Subway Line 1 at Guomao


WINNER FOR BEST BARTENDERS, BEST JAZZ Runner Up for: Most Extravagant Bar (The Beach), Best Cocktails, Best
Japanese (Haiku), Best New Restaurant (Haiku), Most Extravagant Restaurant (The Boardroom).

This entertainment complex houses three high end restaurants (Haiku, Med and The Boardroom), a high rolling lounge (i-Ultra
Lounge) and an outdoor patio (The Beach).

Address: 8 Chaoyang Xi Lu, Chaoyang Park, Chaoyang District
Block 8 is located on Chaoyang West Gate, inside the Number 8 Complex on Chaoyang Xi Lu.
朝阳西路8号八号公馆,迷城后面
Phone: 010-6508-8585
Opening Hours: 6pm-11pm(Med), 6pm-11pm(Haiku), 6pm-2am(I ultra Lounge)
Website:
www.block8.cn


Club China Doll is the unofficial home for international dance music in Beijing. Sexy underground styling, a slick drinks menu
and chic decor make this tri-level warehouse the hottest new addition to the city's clubbing cohort.  

Address; 2nd Floor, Tongli Studios, Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District
Phone;010-6416-7968
Opening Hours: Daily 8pm-late
Admission: Free
Website:
www.clubchinadoll.com


The Workers Stadium north gate is now officially operating at full capacity. With Vics, Flair and now Mix, clubbers have no
shortage of dance floor space. Mix is Beijing's own Ghetto Fabulous. A roaster of international guest DJs and cheap drinks
keep the large sunken dance floor pumping 'till the wee hours. The crowd comprises mainly youthful, largely foreign, clubbers
presided over by wannabe B-Boys and their fly-girls. The music is a puzzle, however, with an in-house DJ crew of locals who
paly some upfront beats interspersed with dated '90s pop. With its cheap drinks and good vibe, Mix is worth a visit.

Address; Inside the north gate of the Workers' Stadium, Chaoyang District 朝阳区工体北门内
Phone;010-6530-2889
Opening Hours: Daily 8 pm - 6am
Transportation: Subway Line 2 at Dongsishitiao


A mega club to rival the Gongti park, Tango's main room is divided into a large dance floor, ample private booths and bar.
Tango's recent renovations, a joint project between local and European design teams, have resulted in updated decor and
sound, so expect more glitz and glam than ever before. Top floor Mango hosts bands and live acts while the basement carries
on the KTV tradition. Tango has recently joined forces with Bedrock, ensuring that many producers and DJs form the seminal
UK label frequently tour, playing every variety of progressive, house and techno.  

Address; 79 Hepingli Xijie,South Gate of Ditan Park(near Jindingxuan Restaurant), DongCheng District
Phone: 010-6428-2288
Opening Hours: Daily 8:30pm-3am
Admission: Free


This newly renovated dance club plays a mix of R&B, pop, and soul music. They've also got a "relaxation zone" playing trance
music. Winner of the "Best Dance Club"  in 2007 Reader Bars and Clubs Awards.  

Address; Inside the north gate of the Workers' Stadium, Chaoyang District 朝阳区工体北门内
Phone;010-5293-0333; 010-6593-6215
Opening Hours: Daily 8.30pm-late
Website:
www.vics.com.cn


Established over 120 years ago, the Hong Kong Jockey Club is Hong Kong’s most prestigious club. As one of the largest and
most successful horse racing committees and charity organizations in the
world, the Hong Kong Jockey Club has 18,000 members, including top executives and professionals. Over the past ten years,
average annual donations from Jockey Club have exceeded HKD 1 billion, matching donations from the US’ Rockefeller
Foundation.

  At the center of Jinbao Street lies the Hong Kong Jockey Club Beijing Clubhouse, an exclusive club that caters to members of
the Hong Kong Jockey Club.

Address:: No. 68, Jinbao Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing 100005
Tel: (86 10) 5911 8888
Fax: (86 10) 5911 8899
Website:
www.beijingclubhouse.com


Premier downtown dining and athletics club. Members enjoy a global network of over 250 premium clubs.

Address: 10 Dongchang'an Jie, Wangfujing, opposite the Beijing Hotel, Dongcheng District, Bejing
Phone: 010-6522-9988
Website:
www.changanclub.com


The exclusive China Club Beijing is located inside a beautifully decorated, 400-year old Qing dynasty palace. Members of the
exclusive China Club pay an initiation fee and annual dues to entertain themselves in a setting straight out of "The Last
Emperor". The China Club offers a wonderful dining experience.

Address: 51 Xi Rong Xian Hutong (west of the Marco Polo Hotel), Xidan, Xicheng District, Beijing
Phone: 010-6603-8855
Sunset at Beijing Summer Palace
Meiguoxing.com, Your Ultimate Guide to Beijing, China