Q Bar Beijing: Opened by bartenders, George and Echo, Q-BAR serves up a fantastic cocktail and an even more fantastic whiskey sour. Conveniently in Sanlitun, the décor is warm with dim lighting. There's also plenty of outdoor seating for those summer nights out on the town. Perfect for the ultimate cocktail. Editor's Pick for 'Best Cocktails' in that’s Beijing 2006 Reader Bar and Club Awards.

Rickshaw: A football bar in Beijing. Address: Sanlitun South Street, just south of Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District Phone: 6500 4330

A-Che bar & restaurant: Café-bar-restaurant representing the exterior of Havana city: colonial balconies, arches, faded colors and memories of Che Geuvara. It has an image of old Havana cafe bistro with the full bar and whole second floor of dining area. Spanish food and Latin food mixed with European favorites. Former Cuban band Lunar Negra musicians Mariela the singer, Pedro the bass player and the Cuban tres guitar player Nane formed this serious band SON DE CUBA to play traditional Cuban music LIVE from 21:00 till midnight at A-Che' bar floor on every Fridays and Saturdays. Address: 28 Dongzhimenwai Ave, Chaoyang District Phone: 6417-2201

Boys and Girls Club: One of the largest and best live music bars in Sanlitun. Siqingerile, a female singer from the Mongolian ethnic group, performed here before gaining nationwide fame. The club has its own band that gives performances nightly, attracting not only young people but also an older crowd. If Sanlitun is a legend in Beijing, then Boys and Girls Club is a legend in Sanlitun. Unlike many other bars, it has insisted on playing Chinese pop music instead of Western music since its 1997 opening. If you don't like noise, stay away from here as this club is always crowded. Address: 68 Sanlitun North Street, Chaoyang District Phone: 6416-6677

Comma Ba: A cosy and tranquil stopover for white-collars tired from work and a "comma" in their busy life. At this two-story bar rarely seen in Sanlitun Beijie, you can relax by chatting with friends, drinking coffee or wine, and listening to saxophone or guitar music. It serves excellent Western food. Curry beef rice is recommended. Address: 54 Sanlitun North Street, Chaoyang District Phone: 6417-4643

Bar Blu: A British-style bar in terms of its decor, drinks, services -- and its proprietor. An ideal place for carnival, dances and parties. It draws in a predominantly foreign crowd with decent cocktails, happy hour specials, foreign DJs spinning chart dance hits and regular theme parties. It also boasts a beautiful roof terrace. The drinks may be pricey, but they're good. Be prepared to climb down those stairs after drinking. Address: 4/F Tongli, Sanlitun North Street, Chaoyang District Phone: 6417-4124

Day Off: Day Off is instantly noticeable at night because it has a large,bright yellow light box for a shop sign -- said to be the biggest in Sanlitun Beijie. The indoor decor is of cowboy taste and fashioned in the style of the old American West. It is the only disco bar in Beijie. Soft music is played here before 10 p.m. and hot disco afterwards. If you arrive at Beijie late, you will find the most noisy bar is either Boys and Girls Club or Day Off. Address: 64 Sanlitun North Street, Chaoyang District Phone: 6415-7210

The Saddle:  one of Beijing’s most popular new bars, great ice cold beer, Mexican Restaurant. Address: 81 Sanlitun North Street, Nali Patio East, 2F, Chaoyang District Phone: 5208-6005

Jazz-Y: Beijing's first jazz music club opened in 1995 as a Japanese-style bar owned by a former drummer. You can enjoy Japanese cartoons here and try some authentic Japanese dishes if you are tired of Western food. Address: 18 Sanlitun North Street, Chaoyang District Phone: 6415-1227

Wanlong: The first bar in Beijing. Plays European pop songs and classics. Broadcasts Star Sport channel, golf and American football matches. Address: opposite the east gate of the Workers' Stadium (gong ti), Chaoyang District Phone: 6507-2617 

Kuaichehao: Shows Formula 1 and other international sports games on a big screen. Also with pool tables. Address: No. 8, Jiangtai Xilu (1F Haiyi Hotel), Chaoyang District Phone: 6436-2288 ext.2610 

Swing: A pure rock music bar. Address: No.58, Sanlitun North Street, Chaoyang District Phone: 64159196 

No.52: Named after its address as well as its 52 cocktails, No. 52 also serves a great cup of coffee. Light music is featured in the daytime while at night it's hot live band performances. Address: No.52, Sanlitun North Street, Chaoyang District Phone: 64164697

JamHouse: Formerly a stage for Cuijian (a pop rock singer), JamHouse features a second floor terrace with a great view. Address: No.1, Sanlitun South Street, Chaoyang District Phone: 65063845 

CD Jazz Club: One of the earliest jazz bars in the city and a mecca for jazz fans, CD Jazz Club boasts lofty ceilings and top-quality hi-fi. Address: East 3rd Ring Road Chaoyang District Phone: 65108877 ext.3032

Chongdian Bar: Exclusively electronic music. Regular DJ performances by names like Tang Dynasty and Heibao (black leopard). Address: Inside Chaoyang Park, Chaoyang District Phone: 65064471

Havana: Latin dance performances almost every night. Patrons can learn to dance under the guidance of professional teachers. Address: West of the North gate of the Workers' Stadium (gong ti), Changyang District Phone: 65866166

Aojigao Bar:  Featuring Latin and modern dance performances and small stage shows. Address: No.33, Liangmaqiao, Chaoyang District Phone: 64328004

Tianlong Bar: Large indoors stage. Daily modern dance and pop music performances. Address: South gate of Chaoyang Park, Chaoyang District Phone: 65064321

No.9 Bar: Live bands singing original works nightly. Address: No.9, Area 11, Hepingli, Chaoyang District Phone: 64296066

Minders: One of the oldest bars in Sanlitun. Live Filipino bands nightly. Address: Sanlitun and South Street crossing, Chaoyang District Phone: 65006066

Fengge Rexian: Nightly band performances, inspired by Tongyi Shouge (the same song), a popular entertainment show on CCTV. Address: Liangmaqiao bar strip, Donglu, Chaoyang District Phone: 64611950

Jazz-Ya: a little slice of Tokyo. Just like being in your favorite up-scale izakaya. Address: No. 18, Sanlitun North Street, Chaoyang District Phone: 64151227

Hidden Tree: A cave-like passage with modern Chinese oil paintings hanging on the walls leads inside to a courtyard and a big tree, the bar's namesake. Authentic Belgian wine and Italian oven pizza. Address: No. 12, Sanlitun South Street, Chaoyang District Phone: 65093642

Loft Bar: Wide spaces help this bar live up to its name. Post-modern New York style. Live bands every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Address: No. 4, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District Phone: 65017501

Durcy Nellies: Live Irish music. The biggest bar on the Sanlitun Clients can dance on the stage or tables. Address: East 12 Building, Sanlitun South Street, Chaoyang District Phone: 65022808

Tiieden: Restaurant, bar, coffee house, and disco. Features a variety of unique lamps collected by the owner. A bright red coiling dragon lamp outside makes Tiieden easy to spot. Address: No. 4, Gongti Donglu, Chaoyang District Phone: 65926290

Pretty Bird: Features an extensive collection of folk antiques from various parts of China, such as teapots, vases, old-style gramophones etc. Address: No. 3, Area 4, Anhuali, Chaoyang District Phone: 64277025

Yinhao: A leading football bar in Beijing Also provides piano and violin music and authentic Italian dishes. Address: No. 3, Weigongcunlu, Haidian District Phone: 6891-1672

Haifan Bar: The only bar in Beijing combining classics, pop music and wine culture. Address: No.141, Xizhimen Waidajie, Haidian District Phone: 68316187

Yese Bar: Live performances every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Address: No.65, Songsishitiao, Dongcheng District Phone: 84048807

Turando music coffee bar: a coffee house during the day, featuring top quality coffee and western dishes, and a bar at night with piano and saxophone performances. Address: No.25, Dongsishitiao, Dongchen District Phone: 64059399

Ginkgo Restaurant & Bar: delicious mediterranean cuisine upstairs and great drinks, coffee, wifi and live music events downstairs. Address: 199 Andingmen Nei Da Jie, Dongcheng District Phone: 64027532.

Jinse Niandai Bar: Professional dancers perform Latin, Turkish, Indian and Uigur dances. Address: No.18, Dahuisilu, Haidian District Phone: 62174775
Gesi Lansi: Live nightly dance, fashion and song performances. Address: B1, Donghuang Guangchang, No.29, Dongzhangjie, Dongcheng District Phone: 64181812

Mayflower: Decorated like a cabin with a towering mast. Has its own bar song and four professional house bands. Address:  No.2, Tonglingelu, Xicheng District Phone: 66088122 

Kangba Beer House: Small cozy house with Tibetan flair. Daily live performances. Address: No.72, Fuxingmen Neidajie, Xicheng District Phone: 66059297

Edinburgh: Live performances nightly. Address: No.18, Area 2, Sanlihe, Xicheng District Phone: 68521195

 

 

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