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RECOMMENDED BARS QINGDAO
QINGDAO
La Luna
With a space-age deco exterior and warm floor-to-ceiling paneling at its heart, La Luna offers the best of many possible worlds in Qingdao’s Hong Kong Garden area. During the week the atmosphere is laid-back sophistication, an understated and intimate environment to wind down after work. The staff is friendly and attentive (and speak English), quick to refill your drink and ever-watchful behind the up lit bar. The all-glass exterior and silent silver door are only a teaser to the plush beauty on the inside ; soft tan suede chairs, hardwood floor, stain glass windows, and soft lighting set a decadent scene. The large space seats 150 people, however comfy booths, translucent drapes and swarthy colours give La Luna a cosy side whether you’re with that special someone or having a night on the town with all your friends. As an added bonus, the French restaurant upstairs is one of the very best in town.
Address : 29 Shanghang Lu (west of Hong Kong Garden Square)
Tel : 532 8588 9791
Q Bar
Just off the opulent lobby of one of Qingdao’s finest hotels, Q Bar is the city’s quintessential cocktail destination. Boasting a well-conceived 60’s retro vibe, the scene is complete with a wrap-around bar top, overstuffed sofas arranged into intimate nooks and generous helpings of your favourite martini (priced around RMB40. The house band is known for one of the most entertaining shows in town, and weekly theme nights (especially Latino Night on Monday) are a major draw for locals and visitors alike. A word to the wise : Happy Hour 2-for-1 specials make for extra-Long Island Iced Teas.
Address : 1F Shangri-La Hotel 9 Xianggang Zhong Lu
Tel : 532 8388 3838 ext.6468
Club New York
Club New York is the place to go in Qingdao for a great mix of savvy visitors and scene-loving locals. Laid-back sophistication permeates every aspect of the Club New York experience, from the train running above the circular bar to the expert musicianship of the international house band. The up-market drink prices don’t scare away clientele ; rather, young professionals flock to the club every night of the week knowing that their cash is being rolled directly back into the maintenance of an exclusive-feeling, eternally entertaining environment. Club New York also regularly hosts musical acts visiting from overseas, with free admission. If you’re looking for a great night in Qingdao with new friends, Club New York is the best place to start.
Address : 2F Overseas Chinese International Hotel, 41 Xianggang Zhong Lu
Tel : 532 8573 9199
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