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1. Mural Bar
- The interior is a cave, which explains the stiff drinks and rancor aroma
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- Pudong/Lujiazui
- Nile Expert Tip: Popular with the young expatriot crowd looking for a good time at a cheap price.
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2. MAO
- Great prices on stiff drinks, with a modern Chinese vibe
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- French Concession
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3. I Love Shanghai
- Dedicated Following of Fans
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- The Bund
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4. Bell Cafe & Bar
- Booze & Caffeine
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- Luwan District/Xintiandi
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5. Not Me
- Popular Hangout
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- Xuhui District
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6. The Shelter
- For Movers N' Shakers!
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- Xuhui District
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7. Kaiba
- Belgian Beer Bar
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- Jing An District
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8. Yuyintang
- Shangai's Hottest Spot
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- Changning District
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9. no.88 Bar
- The Culture Program Venue
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- Xuhui District
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10. Laris
- Famous chef, amazing martinis and a great view of the Bund
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- The Bund
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The Best of NileGuide
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What's hot in Shanghai RIGHT NOW? We've got the scoop on the latest and greatest bar and club sensations in Shanghai. A city that loves to party creates a nightlife atmosphere that would make even the most avid party-goer feel overwhelmed. Start with these top selections of Shanghai party hot spots and feel out the scene from there.
For affordable fun on the town, MAO, I Love Shanghai, Not Me and Mural Bar offer cheaper drinks where the atmosphere isn't sacrificed. You'll have a great time hanging out with a hip young crowd of drinkers, partiers and that's a mix of expats, travelers and locals alike!
For happening upscale establishments, check out Laris and Kaiba, where you'll find an excellent martini selection and fine white marble at the former while a Belgian beer festival of higher class at the latter.
For a happening dance club, head to The Shelter, where there is often a line winding out the door and around the street. This is the place to go for a fun night of dancing, drinking and partying with friends and strangers.
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