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America! F%$K Yeah!: Independence Day Parties

We're going all America on everybody's ass. This is our rundown of where to get fed and F'ed up in honor of the Founding Fathers.
Last updated: 2015-11-09


Hey, China. It's American Independence Day this Friday. Initially we scoffed. "Why celebrate an imperialist-pig holiday in China?" we thought. But then we considered the residual benefits to China's economy. Think of all the factory bosses as they fill their orders for American flags, Uncle Sam hats and those "US Elite Tactical Strike Force Team" T-shirts that they sell at Wal-Mart and only come in XXL. Wealth is generated here because of American pride. Entire villages are probably sustained on this one holiday alone. So thanks for being a dick, England, because now Factory Boss Wang can now afford that leopard-print Maserati with jewel-encrusted side-view mirrors. Fuck yeah, America. Fuck yeah, global economics.

As is mandated by the US Constitution, a lot of bars and restaurants are celebrating Independence Day around town. These are our picks.

390 Panyu Lu


DJ B.O. and friends bringing a heavy dose of Americana at this bar for everyone. DJs dropping proper old school music from the 50s and 60s plus a performance by legacy Shanghai rock act Banana Monkey. Cover is 50rmb, or 20rmb for students, but all proceeds go to two charities that support animals in need - Utopia Animal Rescue Ranch in Texas and Second Chance Animal Aid in Shanghai. More info here. Oh, apple pie available too.



Zapata's


Nothing says "America" like a nightclub named after a Mexican revolutionary. Throw down 200rmb at Zapata's outdoor garden and get all-you-can-eat hamburgers and hot dogs with sides, plus free flow Carlsberg draft. Offer is good from 6–10pm.

'Merica! Pub Crawl @ Legends


Driving around and consuming fits the American vibe real well. Pub Crawl Shanghai has a 4th of July themed pub crawl that includes an hour of open bar, shots on the bus, more shots at three bars, and a trip to the club. Which club? It's a mystery. That's 180rmb if you RSVP here or 200rmb at the door. Kicks off at Legends Bar at 9.30pm. More info here.

Southern Belle


This place keeps it 'Merica like 24/7, with bourbon and country music on deck all year round. Solid patio. On July 4th and 5th they have happy hour prices from 11am–9pm, 40rmb Lynchburg Lemonades/Kentucky Mules, 55rmb burgers and 50rmb chili cheese dogs, fireworks on Friday evening, and live music on Saturday from 8–11pm. More info here.

Apartment


Much like America, Yongfu Lu is a melting pot with a high crime rate. The Apartment is slinging a burger and beer combo for 50rmb all week. Their burgers ain't too bad, either. Info here.



Madison


Madison is taking an expansionist policy and appropriating the courtyard out front for a five-hour long boozer and barbecue. Chef/owner Austin Hu's bar team are mixing up high-octane party punches and stocking up on kegs of American beer. They'll have loads of barbecue, too. No word on exactly what, but food at Madison tends not to suck, so you'll be in good hands. Admission is free, but if you want to eat and drink, you'll have to exchange all of your RMB for Madison's own currency: 25rmb for one, or you can save a little cash and buy 10 for 200. That goes from 5–10pm. More here.

Boxing Cat Yongfu Lu


Boxing Cat's Yongfu branch is going all America on everybody's ass with a free-flow deal. 150rmb gets you as many full-bodied, outspoken, hopped-up beers you can drink between 5 and 10pm. True to America's competitive spirit, they're also doing a beer chugging competition. We don't know if they're judging for speed or quantity. Maybe train for both between now and then? The prize is... wait for it... a free drink. Let's hear it for American excess! Get the details right here. By the way. Be one of the first 150 people to show up and you'll get a free Old Navy T-shirt, which was also probably made in China.

Bubba's Cool Docks


They'll be grilling Bubba's signature barbecue over an open pit. The Ruijin Cajun will be "popping up" with a low country crayfish boil, too. You've seen the Ruijin Cajun around town, no? He's usually either wearing a New Orleans Saints jersey or a Saints hat. Sometimes he mixes it up with a Saints jersey/Saints hat combo. Music will come courtesy of Shanghai Newgrass Lands. They'll be blowing shit up with fireworks. And two words: Corn Hole. As with Madison, you'll have to exchange your RMB at the gate for coupons. Food items are mostly 25rmb a piece. Get more info right here.

Roosevelt Prime


Finally, something a little classy: American Steakhouse Roosevelt Prime is doing a 20% discount on all its steaks.

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