Getting it's name from it's address along San Litun, NO. 52 has become a staple in this community. In addition to it's location, there are 52 kinds of cocktails on the menu so customers can taste a different cocktail every week of the year.
NO. 52 is a place for good friends to congregate and enjoy a night of good music. Another feature is that all waitstaff here are male.

Using bold colors to make a statement, the entrance is decorated in red and yellow and the tables and chairs are blue. This bright yet relaxing venue serves as a cafe by day and bar by night. A very mellow and welcoming place, some of the best food on the street. Catch a live belly dancing performance at 9pm.

You can usually hear it's calling from across the street. Though it's actually a disco bar, people singing & dance like it is karoke. The bar is designed and decorated with an old western theme. The U-shaped bar and brown chairs make the bar easy to access and great for meeting people. It attracts mainly foreign visitors and young people and the disco fire gets blazing after 11pm.Great place to come late.

Top Club was established by 3 experts in the bar field: DJ EL-Mar Bengel from Germany, Bill Isler from the U.S., and Mr Gao Lei from China. They are committed to making “Top Club” the most authentic electronica dance bar in Beijing. The combination of a great sound system, constant lively crowds and world famous DJs has made this bar a well-known hangout.

A bar so well known that it doesn't need a name, No Name Bar is the anchor of the Houhai area. This former hutong has transformed into a comfortable hangout that welcomes all. The refreshing venue has a charm that differs from most city bars and keeps it in the favor of the locals. The absense of any name on the door keeps the numbers down, saving this hidden gen for only those who know. The bar is praised for it's eclectic music, long drink list and friendly staff.

Hands-down one of Beijing's best.

By the west shore of Lake Shi Sha Hai,this bar overlooks a beautiful scene: shimmering water, shady greens, colorful reflections, and a sunset glow. This attractive Chinese style bar, when translated meaning Alpha & Omega, is full of elegance and class. Great place for a glass of wine or a beer and to unwind at the end of the day.

Renovated from a traditional Beijing courtyard house, No. 5 is situated in the heart of the Houhai area (Lake ShiChaHai). This bar and restaurant covers an area of 400 square meters. Framed beneath a glass roof, the spacious central courtyard is surrounded by delicate modern design. No. 5 represents a unique front where West meets East and is suitable for a variety of social events, from small private parties to big corporate gatherings for as many as 200 guests. On the glass roof sits an open balcony where people may enjoy delicious food, sip wine and experience great views of the lake and the entire area. A rich collection of branded vintage liquors, diversified cuisine, including Chinese, Thai and Western, as well as live music every night makes No.5 a great addition to any evening.

Blue Lotus was established in 1997, and was one of the first bars in the Houhai area. The name has now become well-known in China. As a pioneer in the bar field in Beijing, Blue Lotus made a great contribution to the development of bar history in Beijing. A great place to enjoy a cup of coffee after a walk around the lake or to get a beer in the early evening and enjoy a sunset.

As a provider of traditional Chinese culture, Laowu bar is an ideal place to get a real taste of Beijing. Located deep in the hutong, the typical Chinese entrance doors are guarded by two Menshen, or door gods, that ward off the evil spirits. The venue is littered with pictures taken by the owner of his China travels. The small interior creates a cozy and relaxed atmosphere perfect for a drink or dinner with friends and family.

Opened in 1999, Passby bar has gotten rave reviews ever since. With it's Tibetan theme the bar has a very calming vibe. Offers indoor and outdoor seating, an extensive food and beverage list, english library, and friendly staff.Very calm during the day, can get more crowded and rowdy at night. 

Backpacker's haven. A place you surely do not want to pass by...

Without loud music or heavy crowds, Hongtongr is a place a place to sit and chat. It has a large roof-deck and second floor and seated on either, you may see the Gulou from afar, and Siheyuan in the nearby area. Good service, great cocktails.

Ther perfect café to visit for a quiet drink and a movie.The entrance to the bar is lined with movie posters and once you get inside you will be greeted by comfortable sofas. Though the bar gate is quite small, there is plenty of space inside including a second floor and back courtyard. Relaxing on the cozy sofa with a cup of coffee and watching a movie with friends, is a great way to spend an easy afternoon or evening.

Films projected daily at 4:00 and 7:30pm with a new theme each week.