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Overview

Bars & Nightlife The guide was updated: 2019-02-21

No introduction to Nanjing nightlife can be complete without mentioning the 1912 leisure and entertainment area. From the exterior, it is a collection of grey bricked buildings, simply styled balconies, floral carved windows and pinnacle tops, iconic of old China. Yet its soul is comprised of world-branded coffee shops such as Starbucks, the Coffee Beanery, and Kathleen Five Japanese and Korean restaurants famous Asian spas and beauty salons. Open 24 hours, it should definitely be a stop on a night bird’s itinerary in Nanjing.

Finnegan's Wake Irish Pub / 芬尼根酒吧

Finnegan's Wake Irish Pub / 芬尼根酒吧

Named after the legendary book by the Irish writer James Joyce, this might just be the most authentic Irish bar in Nanjing. You can have many choices of European beers that are relatively hard to find in China, as well as some typical European food such as lasagna and tuna sandwich. Staff can speak English, some are native speakers.

Nanjing 1912 Block / 1912酒吧街

Nanjing 1912 Block / 1912酒吧街

Situated right next to the Presidential Palace, the 1912 block used to be a neighbourhood for the social elites during the Republic of China. It has now been transformed into a commercial area with all kinds of bars and pubs, the traditional architecture remaining preserved.

Zuo Bar / 座吧

Zuo Bar / 座吧

Zuo Bar is a hidden Japanese bar in the 1912 Block run by a Japanese owner. The bar is not big, yet quiet, warm and cosy, and makes one feel at ease, much like being at a friend's home. Walls are adorned with vintage Japanese posters, which create an ambience of an Izakaya. Tell the bartender more about your tastes and let him surprise you with an improvised cocktail, all but guaranteed not to let you down.

The Bottle Bar

The Bottle Bar

The Bottle Bar features an entire wall display of different whiskey varieties. The regular menu is available via an iPad, while the hidden menu is written in a notebook where a collection of over 400 whiskeys are listed.

Jimmy's Sports Bar & Restaurant / 吉米来吧

Jimmy's Sports Bar & Restaurant / 吉米来吧

This is an authentic American bar & restaurant, one of Nanjing expat favourites. They serve all western-style specialities one can possibly crave when feeling homesick: burgers, BBQ and pizza, along with a selection of imported and draft beers. Staff speak English.

MIX CLUB / 曼度

MIX CLUB / 曼度

Situated inside the 1912 Block, Mix Club is the best and the most popular nightclub in Nanjing. It has great DJ sets and street dance performances, as well as the occasional theme nights. The entrance fee can be a little expensive (from 300 to 1000 RMB according to the areas) but a great vibe is guaranteed.

MIUCLUB

MIUCLUB

MiuClub is not just another nightclub. What's unusual about it is that it has Trampolines installed inside the club! So if dance is not enough, come here and jump to the beats as high as you can.

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