Public houses and bars to relax and take a drink.

The very special atmosphere of this not-so-typical establishment in Jin Mao Tower is created by Shanghai's well-known figure Eddy.

This huge establishment quickly became a meeting point for the small local expatriate society, as well as business travelers.

The terrace of the beer garden faces south and, from this vantage point, you can see the beautiful, English-style gardens which gives the hotel its very apt name.

Situated in the former French Concession Area, this four-story bar has slowly built up a reputation as the best place in town to hear live blues and jazz.

Most of the clientele are male expatriates, who feel more comfortable in this down-to-earth environment

Very chic and very cool, the candlelit, moody atmosphere mixes well with the mellow music in the background.

The Filipino Band, "Friction", is said to be the best band in Shanghai, playing good old rock

The Hard Rock Pub is the heart of this student party street with a mixture of foreign students and local youths.

No food is served, but the drinks and draught beer are reasonably priced.

They created a quiet sophisticated place for enjoying drinks and a superb range of Cuban cigars