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Although Y.Y.'s has been around for over a decade, it remains as one of Shanghai's lesser known venues. With posters of Chairman Mao adorning every available wall space, Y.Y.'s unique atmosphere and respectable cocktail list has made it a fast favorite for both bohemian locals and expats in-the-know. The musical background floats seamlessly from bossa nova to jazz, progressive psychedelic, and...

The Richy crowd and overall atmosphere is similar to that of Babyface, run by the same management. Their growing weight on the scene helps pull in big electronic music acts such as Paul Oakenfield and Ministry of Sound. With ample lounge space and private tables, you can sit back and enjoy the lights, glass, smoke and mirrors which augment the rush pumped out from Richy's young and restless...

Pasha is a tiny, mid-range Turkish joint with a dot-sized balcony overlooking Nanchang Lu. Mod decor, grilled and roasted meats, eggplant and yogurt. Directly across the street from YY's.

Dragonfly is the westernized spa chain sweeping Shanghai with its assortment of foot/shoulder/body massages as well as nail treatments. Massages here are far gentler than the average walk-by Shanghainese foot rub place, the rooms are always dark and quiet and the staff will treat you like aristocracy.