Tapasbar 207-4 Maoming Rd (S), Yongjia Rd Delightful Latin bar with soothing Spanish music and well-mulled Sangria. 6415 9567 All cards Tatami Bar 21 Yongjia Rd, by Maoming Rd Japanese-themed bar with small private tatami rooms, chilled beats and cheap drinks. 6474 2732 All cards The Clou Bar No 6, Lane 169 Changle Rd, by Maoming Rd (N) A neighbourhood hangout on a major KTV street catering to a Japanese clientele. 5403 2479 All cards The Den 527 Xujiahui Rd, by Luban Rd True to its name, The Den is as relaxed, casual and friendly as a family living room, with a diverse and interesting crowd. 6305 7079 All cards The Door 4/F, 1468 Hongqiao Rd, by Yan'an Rd (W) Extravagant, eccentric design makes this the perfect place to impress out-of-towners. Just remember the key to this Door is a well-stocked wallet. 6295 3737 All cards The Hut 385 Yongjia Rd, by Taiyuan Rd Not exactly the loveshack but good example of how to build a bar in a box. 3401 0958 No cards The Spot Bar & Restaurant 331 Tongren Rd, by Nanyang Rd Attractive terrace and pleasantly refreshing interior with an international menu, televised sports and affordable drink prices. All cards The Vault 6/F, Three on the Bund, 3 Zhongshan Rd (E1), by Guangdong Rd Tucked inside trendy Laris, The Vault offers a variety of tasty cocktails with precious price tags. 6321 9922 All cards Time Passage No 183, Lane 1038 Huashan Rd, by Fuxing Rd (W) Owner Ai Jun and his bartending sister are two of the friendliest people in Shanghai. You almost want to keep this place a secret from the world. RMB 15 beers and cheap eats too. 6240 2588 No cards TMSK 99 158 Madang Rd, beside Xintiandi 5382 9886 All cards Tom & Jerry's 27 Changyi Rd, by Jimo Rd No cat and mouse games here; no doors in the shape of a mouse hole, no cheese platters and no waitstaff dressed like cast members of Cats. What this family team does have is the friendliest attitude on the far side of the river. 5878 8217 All cards Ton Hall 162 Maoming Rd (S), by Fuxing Rd (M) Although Maoming Lu is known for its frenetic foot traffic, this artsy bar maintains a quiet ambience for its teeny regular crowd. 6415 0227, 6415 0232 No cards True Blue Bar 331 Tongren Rd, by Nanyang Rd Part sports bar, part romantic hideaway, with live sporting events on the big screen and a Latin band. 6289 2635 All cards T-Time Golf Bar 2A Zhongdeqiao Rd, btwn Yan'an Rd (W) and Kaixuan Rd Despite a real putting green, and waitresses dressed as golf caddies, T-Time Golf Bar still needs to improve its swing. 6282 7170 Domestic cards Velvet Lounge 913 Julu Rd, by Changshu Rd As its name suggests, features luxurious, deep, red and blue velvet sofas against a background of grey and black velvet curtains, everything you need for a decadent evening out. 5403 2976 No cards Vintage Bar 76 Tongren Rd, by Nanjing Rd (W) Daily 11:30am - 2:30pm, 5:30pm - 2am, Happy Hour: 5:30pm to 8:30pm, buy 1 get 1 free. All live sports. 62470140, 62470141 indianvintage@rediffmail.com visa & master credit cards only |
