Article: Bars

This is selection of popular Bars around Shanghai.
Use the search on the top to search for a specific bar by it's name.
Read SmartShanghai's Essential Guides for an introduction to, and the latest real-time information on, nightlife in Shanghai.

De La Coast

Address:

 5-6/F, 1 Yan'an Dong Lu, near Zhongshan Dong Er Lu

 

 延安东路1号5-6楼， 近中山东二路

Phone:

 6330 2615
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With lovely views of the Bund and accompanying terrace, De La Coast is know for their signature cocktails, wine & good service. Relaxing atmosphere amid east-meets-west decor provides a nice experience for patrons after work, or tourists looking for ..

Vue Bar - Hyatt on the Bund

Address:

 32-33F, Hyatt on the Bund, 199 Huangpu Lu

 

 上海外滩茂悦大酒店32-33层, 黄浦路199号

Phone:

 63931234 ext.6348
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VUE Bar atop the Hyatt on the Bund is a great place to sip on some after work cocktails, or lounge after a long Sunday Brunch. With amazing views of the Bund, wood interior and jacuzzi on the outdoor terrace - it's a beautiful and equipped place to e..

Lan

Address:

 102 Guangdong Lu, near Sichuan Lu

 

 广东路102号, 四川路

Phone:

 6323 8029
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This new venue on the Bund combines fine dining with a bar and lounge. LAN, situated on the corner of Guangdong Lu and Sichuan Lu, is a massive structure that takes over 4 floors, with modern-Chinese decor. The bar is a nice place to appreciate the d..
(3 Reviews)

Spring Sunrise Bar & Lounge

Address:

 479 ZhongShan Nan Lu (Roadside)/454 Waima Lu (Riverside)

 

 中山南路479号

Phone:

 6152 6197
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This bar claims the accolade of being the first venue to open its doors in the Cool Docks redevelopment. With a pool table, dartboard, and plasma screens the bar is described by its owner as a 'rock n' roll sports bar'. While it's not a hive of activ..

Niche Bar

Address:

 2F, 88 Henan Zhong Lu, Westin Hotel

 

 河南中路88号2楼，威斯汀大酒店内，近广东路

Phone:

 6335 1888 x 7342
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This 1930's venue is a stylish kickback to old-Shanghai. Enjoy their Wednesday night tribute to classic Shanghai style with old films, jazz and wine. Offers classic cocktails, wine, caviar and cigars to go along with French appetizers.

Glamour Bar

Address:

 6/F, Five on the Bund, 20 Guangdong Lu, near Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu

 

 广东路20号，外滩五号6楼， 近中山东一路

Phone:

 6329 3751
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The sumptuous Glamour Bar on the Bund is a multi-functional space that opened from early evening hours through the darkest moments of the morning. Home to Shanghai's International Literary Festival, the space appeals to all types of people who bring ..
(3 Reviews)

The Spot

Address:

 331 Tongren Lu, near Beijing Lu

 

 铜仁路331号, 近北京西路

Phone:

 6247 3579
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The Spot is a popular sports bar / restaurant catering to a diverse group of expats looking for food, drinks, bar games, and international sports on the TV. In terms of décor, it's slightly nicer and more spacious than other options for sports bars..
(0 Reviews)

The Melting Pot (Hengshan Lu)

Address:

 10 Hengshan Lu, Gao'an Lu

 

 衡山路10号, 近高安路

Phone:

 6466 2101
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The Melting Pot is a long-standing, though fairly average, live music house. Occasionally jam bands light up the stage, and there are some rough gems among the amateurs. As of summer 2009, they've also doubled up as a Thai restaurant open for lunch a..
(0 Reviews)

M1NT

Address:

 318 Fuzhou Lu, near Shandong Lu

 

 福州路318号， 近山东路路

Phone:

 6391 2811
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The latest membership style lounge bar/club/restaurant to grace Shanghai targeting at the elite. Boasting Asia's largest Shark tank and spectacular views of the Bund. There's even private access for VIPs, Private roof top terrace which includes priva..

House of Blues and Jazz

Address:

 60 Fuzhou Lu, near the Bund

 

 福州路60号， 近外滩

Phone:

 6323 2779
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The House of blues and jazz new location by the Bund is a definite upgrade from the Maoming Lu spot. The two story interior inviting combination of refurbished dark wood paneling, swanky, smoke-filled bar with a bit of light shed onto the stage by co..
(2 Reviews)

Blue Frog (Hongmei Lu)

Address:

 Lane 3338,30 Hong Mei Entertainment Street Pedestrian-only lane, just of Hongmei Lu

 

 虹梅路3338号虹梅休闲街30号，近延安西路

Phone:

 5422 5119
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The Hong Mei branch of Blue Frog serves up what you would expect from a Blue Frog venue: a wide selection of food and drinks suitable for all the family. With a separate dining section and play area for the kids, this venue is perfect for the little ..
(0 Reviews)

The Fat Olive

Address:

 Silver Court Building 6th Floor, 228 Xizhang Nan Lu (near Huaihai Lu) Entrance from Fraser Residence on Shouning Lu.

 

 西藏路228号6楼

Phone:

 6334 3288
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The Fat Olive Wine and Mezze Bar, created by celebrated Australian-Greek chef, David Laris. Greek Mezze (small bites and appetizers) paired with a an extensive array of international wines from both New and Old World with blackboard options by the g..
(0 Reviews)

Boxing Cat Brewery (Fuxing Lu)

Address:

 82 Fuxing Lu, near Yongfu Lu

 

 复兴路82号， 近永福路

Phone:

 6431 2091
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The downtown sister to Minhang's Boxing Cat Brewery -- a project from serial restaurateur Kelley Lee - is slated to open here in early June 2009, with homebrewed pilsners, lagers, and more. Menu of southern 'Merican food and a garden, too.

Boxing Cat Brewery (Minhang)

Address:

 453 Jinfeng Lu, near Baole Lu Zhudi town, Minhang district

 

 闵行区诸翟镇 金丰路453号, 近保乐路

Phone:

 6221 9661
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The Boxing Cat Brewery is a comfortable, American-style brewpub out in the 'burbs. Serial restaurateur Kelley Lee does the southern American and Mexican comfort food; Texan brewmaster Gary Heyne takes care of the rotating beer list, of which about fo..

I Love Shanghai

Address:

 2/F, 1788 Xinzha Lu, near Jiaozhou Lu

 

 新闸路1788号, 近胶州路

Phone:

 5228 6899
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Straight outa Jing'An, beloved neighbourhood bar/lounge I Love Shanghai hosts a colourful cast of regulars for booze-fuelled romps every night of the weekend, with an added emphasis on the weekends. Fast becoming a nightlife institution in the Shang..
(0 Reviews)

100 Century Avenue

Address:

 91-93 Floor Park Hyatt Shanghai, 100 Shiji Dadao, near Dongtai Lu

 

 上海柏悦酒店 世纪大道100号, 91-93楼

Phone:

 3855 1428
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Spanning floors 91 through 93, 100 Century Avenue is the world’s highest bar, restaurant and private dining room. Serving Western, Chinese and Japanese cuisine, the multiple show kitchens include a charcuterie; a western kitchen with four dramatic w..
(0 Reviews)

Purple

Address:

 2F, 1333 Huai Hai Zhong Lu, next to Bao Qing Lu

 

 淮海中路1333号2楼， 近宝庆 路

Phone:

 6431 1597
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Small western restaurant with the colour purple as its core theme and decoration. Expect your usual staple of Steak, pasta, risotto, salmon steak and more.

Velvet Lounge

Address:

 Bldg 3-4, 1F, 913 Julu Lu, near Changshu Lu

 

 巨鹿路913号，近宝庆路

Phone:

 5403 2976
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Small and quaint, Velvet packs a punch with some of the best cocktails in the French Concession. Located in an old picture book villa, tourist are bound to be impress with this place and its late night crowd. If you get the munchies while drinking, t..

JW's Lounge

Address:

 40F, JW Marriott, 399 Nanjing Xi Lu, near Huangpi Lu

 

 南京西路339号40楼，近黄陂南路

Phone:

 5359 4969
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Sits on the 40th floor of the JW Marriot Hotel, this bar features live music accompanied by stunning views of Shanghai. Enjoy the extensive Champagne list, cocktails & food, in one of the most recognized buildings in Shanghai.
(0 Reviews)

Sichuan Citizen

Address:

 30 Donghu Lu, near Huaihai Lu

 

 东湖路30号， 近淮海中路

Phone:

 5404 1235
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Sichuan Citizen is the Sichanese restaurant/ cocktail bar/ tea house expansion of the popular Citizen Cafe. A sizeable Sichuanese menu accompanies this sizeable restaurant, and they offer everything from simple "twice-cooked" stir fry and diced dishe..
(11 Reviews)

Bund Brewery

Address:

 11 Hankou Lu, near Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu

 

 汉口路11号, 中山东一路

Phone:

 6321 8447
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Shanghai's second microbrewery Bund Brewery, although not really known for their home brew (dark, lager, and wheat), serves up quality gastro-fair in an area that specializes in fine upscale dining. Head on down for late night eats before or after B..

Exit

Address:

 528 Kang Ding Lu, near Xikang Lu

 

 康定路528号， 近西康路

Phone:

 150 00 82 6259
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Serves a selection of continental breakfasts and comfort food, but with a focus on friendly but rowdy Euro drinking sessions into the night
(0 Reviews)

Kaiba

Address:

 528 Kangding Lu, near Xikang Lu

 

 康定路528号， 近西康路

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Serious beer lovers in Shanghai won’t be disappointed with the serious beer selection at KaiBa: they’ve got an extensive bottle and draft list of over 65 imported Belgian and International favourites. Beers are served in proper glassware by a fully..
(10 Reviews)

Sasha's

Address:

 11 Dongping Lu, near Hengshan Lu

 

 东平路11号, 近衡山路

Phone:

 6474 6628
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Sasha's serves a variety of American-esque foods, including some of the better pizza in Shanghai. Equally spacious indoor and outdoor portions of the restaurant. Cocktails rotate on a seasonal basis. Weekend brunch leaves something to be desired.

The Hut

Address:

 385 Yongjia Lu, near Taiyuan Lu

 

 永嘉路385号, 近太原路

Phone:

 3401 0958
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Pub in the front, karaoke party rooms in the back, The Hut claims the allegiances of both Chinese and expat regulars for its simple and laid-back vibe. Serving standard mixed drinks and pints at reasonable prices, The Hut is a great option for group..
(0 Reviews)

Malone's (Thumb Plaza)

Address:

 2/F, Thumb Plaza, 199 Fangdian Lu, near Dingxiang Lu

 

 芳甸路199弄, 大拇指广场, 近丁香路

Phone:

 5033 6717
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Popular American sport's bar - Malone's - second Shanghai venue finally gives people east of the river the chance to watch The Big Game live. With a full bar menu available - think 29 varieties of burger - and a special brunch menu (only available on..
(2 Reviews)

BLiSS

Address:

 181 Jinxian Lu, near Maoming Lu

 

 进贤路181号, 近茂名南路

Phone:

 5228 5823
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Pleasant neighbourhood style cafe and bar, located among fashion and gift stores, making a perfect rest stop in between the shopping.

Cloud 9

Address:

 87/F Jin Mao Bldg, 88 Shi Ji Da Dao, Pudong

 

 浦东世纪大道88号金茂大厦87楼

Phone:

 5049 1234
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Perched on the 87th floor of the Jin Mao Tower, Cloud 9, the Grand Hyatt's hotel bar, offers one of the best views in Asia. Make sure you get a table facing west for views of the Bund, Pearl Tower, and the lights of Puxi; windowscapes of its new, tal..
(5 Reviews)

Paulaner Braeuhaus (Fenyang Lu)

Address:

 150 Fenyang Lu, near Fuxing Lu

 

 汾阳路150路， 近复兴路

Phone:

 6474 5700
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Paulaner is the most successful German restaurant chain in Shanghai and boasts three grandiose outlets on both sides of the Huangpu, including one in Xintiandi (although that one's mainly for tourists). All your standard German dishes are available ..

Hideaway

Address:

 333 Tongren Lu, near Beijing Lu

 

 同仁路333号， 近北京路

Phone:

 6289 1690
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Part of the ICONs entertainment group. HIdeaway is the beer garden, wine garden or secret garden ideal for afterwork drinks or to chill out with a few glasses of wine.
(0 Reviews)

Little Face

Address:

 30 Donghu Lu, near Huaihai Lu

 

 东湖路30号， 近淮海路

Phone:

 6466 4328
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Part of the Face Bar Group, Little Face inherits much of the same qualities in terms of ambiance and decor from predecessor Face Bar on Ruijin Lu. The restaurant and patisserie opens in April 2009 whereupon Little Face will become a three-pronged for..
(0 Reviews)

Park Hyatt Shanghai

Address:

 100 Century Avenue Pudong New Area

 

 中国上海浦东 世纪大道100号 邮政编码 200120

Phone:

 6888 1234
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Park Hyatt Shanghai is a sophisticated modern Chinese residence occupying the 79th to 93rd floors of the Shanghai World Financial Center (SWFC), otherwise known as "The Vertical Complex City". Situated in the heart of the Lujiazui business district i..

Big Bamboo

Address:

 123 Nanyang Lu, near Tongren Lu, behind the Portman Hotel

 

 南阳路123号，近铜仁路

Phone:

 6256 2265
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One of the better bars in Shanghai, conveniently located in the Jing'an District.

Bar Constellation

Address:

 86 Xinle Lu, near Xiangyang Bei Lu

 

 新乐路86号， 近襄阳北路

Phone:

 5404 0970
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Nestled in the French Concession on the trendy shopping street Xinle Lu, Bar Constellation was a "hidden gem," prized among expats for its finely conceived and exhaustive selection of cocktails -- but now everybody "knows about it" and its "lost its ..
(5 Reviews)

Abbey Road

Address:

 45 Yueyang Lu, near Dongping Lu

 

 岳阳路45号，东平路口

Phone:

 6431 6787
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Named after that little street those wacky Beatles trotted across, Abbey Road has become one of the most popular summer venues in Shanghai. With patio seating, cheap beer on tap and lots of (at times unfortunate) classic rock, this bar/restaurant is ..
(0 Reviews)

soBE

Address:

 156 Xingye Lu, near Madang Lu (behind Bank of China)

 

 兴业路156号, 近马当路  

Phone:

 5382 2669
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Named after South Beach in Miami, this new restaurant and bar serves mainly western dishes with Asian influences. Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the main strip, its an ideal place for a quiet lunch or meeting with business partners or frie..

M2

Address:

 5F, Plaza 66, 1266 Nanjing Lu, near Shanxi Bei Lu

 

 南京西路1266号 恒隆广场506-601室 (靠陕西北路）

Phone:

 6288 6222
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Muse Group's second home located in the Plaza 66 mall, M2 is a testament to the luxurious immoderation of Shanghai's nightlife market. Prepare to spend big in this see-and-be-seen temple of image while rubbing elbows with the city's nouveau riche and..
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Maya

Address:

 2/F, Grand Plaza Club House, 568 Julu Lu, near Shanxi Nan Lu

 

 巨鹿路568弄 四方新城俱乐部2楼， 近陕西南路

Phone:

 6289 6889
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Maya is a popular, upscale Mexican restaurant whose slightly odd location on the second-floor of an apartment clubhouse is a reminder that good food trumps weird locations. The cooking is contemporary Mexican, with a few concessions like tacos and qu..

Martini Bar

Address:

 1/F, Bund 6, 6 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, near Guangdong Lu

 

 中山东一路6号， 外滩六号1楼, 近广东路

Phone:

 6339 1200
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Martini bar located inside the Dolce Gabana retail store. Quiet and quaint place, ideal for small group gatherings.

LOgO

Address:

 13 Xingfu Lu, near Fahuazhen Lu

 

 幸福路13号，近法华镇路

Phone:

 6281 5646
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LOgO bar is a mainstay of Shanghai's alternative music scene whether it be punk rock, electronic, techno, or roots. Featuring independently promoted events almost every night of the week, and a perennially packed house for live music on most Saturda..

Club Sky

Address:

 New Factories 1F, No. 74 Yuyao Lu, near Xikang Lu

 

 余姚路74号，1楼， 同乐坊内，近西康路

Phone:

 6255-5626
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Located in Tong Le Fang in the heart of down town shanghai, internationally regarded designers from Japan and Korea have overseen the conceptual design of this new club. Expect quality sound and visuals from Lacoustics sound system and Martin lights.

Lounge18

Address:

 4/F, Bund18, 18 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, near Nanjing Dong Lu

 

 中山东一路18号7楼, 近南京东路

Phone:

 6323 8399
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Located in the now famous Bund 18, this lounge bar caters to those who like to be seen as well as those who are not looking at sweating away their mascara. This place brings in some of the best lounge DJs from some of the best labels. Music, drinks, ..

Racks

Address:

 5F South Block, Xintiandi Xingye Lu, near Huangpi Nan Lu

 

 兴业路新天地南里广场 7号楼5楼

Phone:

 6384 2718
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Located in the heart of Xintiandi, multi-faceted Racks is a club, concert venue, pool and billiard lounge all rolled into one. Trumped as the only place with a mechanical bull-ride, this place is ideal for those looking to have a low-key evening of g..
(0 Reviews)

La Verbena

Address:

 2967 Lujiazui Xi Lu, Bei Bing Jiang Da Dao. Pudong Riverside, near Fenghe Lu

 

 陆家嘴西路2967号， 北滨江大道, 浦东

Phone:

 5878 9837
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La Verbena is a Spanish restaurant perched on the banks of the Huang Pu River. The glass building and extensive riverside decking offer spectacular views of the city and The Bund, especially during the evening, La Verbena revamped itself with a new C..
(0 Reviews)

kuluska

Address:

 528 Kang Ding Lu, near Xikang Lu

 

 康定路528号， 近西康路

Phone:

 13482675524 / 13564033105.
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Kuluska calls itself a "Basque tavern" as it's more casual and comfortable than a formal restaurant, yet more civilized than a mere bar. You can come in for a glass of wine and a snack, or stuff yourself silly with all sorts of tapas and other Basque..
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Kakadu

Address:

 8 Jianguo Xi Lu, near Chongqing Nan Lu

 

 建国西路8号， 近重庆南路

Phone:

 5468 0118
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Kakadu is a modern casual Western restaurant with a small but plush lounge and a menu scattered with "bush spices", game meats like crocodile and kangaroo, and a range of standard steaks, pizzas, and pastas.

JZ Club

Address:

 46 Fuxing Lu, near Yongfu Lu

 

 复兴路46号, 近永福路

Phone:

 6431 0269
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JZ Club offers its patrons a little flavor of "old Shanghai." Dark and smoky with red lamps and quality jazz, the club packs 'em in on the weekends, so get there early. There is a large rooftop patio that not many know about - unfortunately sitting t..

The Beaver

Address:

 28 Yueyang Lu, near Dongping Lu

 

 岳阳路28号，近东平路

Phone:

 6474 3216
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Just around the corner from the madness of Hengshan Lu, Eager Beaver is a recommended respite for anyone looking for the more relaxed atmosphere of a neighborhood local. Beaver's bottled beer list is one of the best in town and the pub food menu is q..

Kiitos

Address:

 127 Yongfu Lu, near Fuxing Xi Lu

 

 永福路127号， 近复兴西路

Phone:

 6431 3787
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Japanese bar with a large list of cocktails, martinis. Drinks are immaculately shaken and stirred. A good place to have a quiet drink with that someone special or mates.
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Jade on 36

Address:

 36/F, Tower 2, Pudong Shangri-La, 33 Fu Cheng Lu, near Lujiazui Xi Lu

 

 浦东香格里拉酒店， 富城路33号, 近陆家嘴西路

Phone:

 6882 3636, 6882 8888 x 280
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Jade on 36 is the flagship restaurant and bar of the luxe Shangri-La Hotel group's flagship hotel. Both, designed by NY bigshot Adam Tihany, are modern China, two steps removed -- the bar is enclosed on one side by an abstract hot pink and jade-color..
     
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