Chengdu

Shamrock Pub
15, 4th Section, Renmin S Rd
+86 28 85236158
Near Linshiguan Rd and the U.S. Consulate

This Irish pub in is currently the hub of Chengdu's small expatriate community of approximately 3,000. Friendly pub atmosphere and live music some evenings. In addition to drinks the pub serves dishes including pizza, meat pies, sausage rolls, steaks, burgers, curries and a range of other snacks. The pub is also an active sponsor of several nonprofit organizations, including holding events for moon bear rescue and for the disabled. Copies of the informative Chengdoo book are available at the Shamrock.

Jellyfish
Ke Hua Bei Lu #143, Lan Si Jia Le Bi Sq, 2F
8pm

Lively and crowded cocktail bar with a DJ playing music. Lot of expats but also local folk.

High Connections Coffee House
Fu A-20 6 Shuangqing S Rd, Qingyang District
+86 28 87325855
On the west side of Chengdu near Metro and the Southwest Financial University

Provides a relaxing, comfortable, environment with soft lighting and easy-listening music. They have non-smoking and smoking sections. Bring your computer and hook up to the wireless Internet. Their coffee both Espresso and good old fashioned drip American style and muffins are an excellent way to begin a day. They also have large conference rooms available for meetings.

Babi
Shaolin Rd
Right next to Club 88

Club.

Cafe Paname
143 Kehua N Rd (科华北路143号)
Â¥10 Suntory beer on tap is a perk
Nearby Sichuan University

A bar with a younger crowd and laid-back environment Expect an occasional DJ event which will make the bar a little more lively on Fridays and Holidays.

Also, on the southern bank of Jinjiang there is a row of bars between Renmin South Road and Xin South Road. Beers will cost ¥10-20 per bottle, but buying bulk cans will save you a good bit of money with special deals. There will also be street vendors selling various snacks. This makes for a good night with the clubs Babi II, Ta & Ta, and Soho just around the bend.

Feeling4Seasons Cafe
Orient Times Mall 2F, Xiadongda St
+86 28 66208848
Near Dongmen Bridge

Good Italian coffee: espresso, cappuccino, especially latte. Also pasta and pizza. They also provide Internet service: wireless access for your laptop, loan of a wireless card if you don't have one, use of a PC if required. You can also burn CDs. It is also one famous China blog freelancer's cafe bar; he published a book named "Ten Years, Flying with one Dream".

Babi II
Walking distance from Shangri-la Hotel

Club.

A popular district of bars, also known as the bar street, is located by the southern shore of Jin River next to Anshun Bridge. The well known Lan Kwai Fong from Hong Kong started it's business in the mainland of China in 2010 and the first city is Chengdu. The area is located a little north-west from Anshun Bridge.

Highfly Cafe
18 Linjiang Rd
+86 28 85442820

Relaxed place with a tiny outside sitting area. They serve beers and Western food including pizza and breakfast. There is one computer for free Internet access and a small book exchange 2 for 1.

8trees Wine Bar & Restaurant
9 Pingan Alley
+86 28 86699060

Located in a century old Roman Catholic church, and offers the most unique romantic dinning experience. Recommended signature dishes are the tantalizing mouthwatering North American beef, marinated with fresh herbs and spices; the lamb main simmered with exotic spices. On the lighter side, there is the conscious side dish which is very popular with weight-watching regulars who complement their meals with the rich creamy soups offered in the menu. A must see for the church underground wine cellar.

Empty Bottle
3/F, Yulin Life Plaza, 15 S Yulin Rd

Very popular amongst the locals. Live music and other kinds of shows every night.