One of the better and most reliable cocktail spots in town, Root Down is a funk/soul/jazz/rare groove focused vinyl bar opened up by Gary Wang, also known as DJ VNutz, of the legendary but now-closed nightclub The Shelter and The Grumpy Pig. This venue is defined as a listening bar, a place where patrons can have a cocktail, listen to records on the vintage Tanoy speakers, and have a chat. The average range of cocktails is 100-140rmb, with snacks ranging around 40-80rmb. The drinks were designed, and are made, by famous Japanese mixologist Masato “Martsu” Hika. There are a couple of rooms, but the one in the main area by the bar is where you want to be for maximum listening pleasure - a seat at the bar itself is ideal. Totally a good place to come solo or with friends. Reservations are a good idea on weekends.