CITYLIFE / Bars & Cafes |
Hutong hideaways(Beijing Weekend)Updated: 2006-12-26 10:48 Hutong is an amazing scene in Beijing. Inside the winding hutongs, there are many interesting secrets. Go and check them out. Bed Tapas and Bar Sprawls of cushions and bed-type booths make this a cool hangout. Mon-Tue 4pm-late; Wed-Sun 12pm-late, 17 Zhangwang Hutong, Xicheng District. 010-84001554. Pass By Bar Intimate atmosphere and a comprehensive Italian menu. Known for its (often inaccessible and unorganised) book collection until Bookworm came along and stole the show. Daily 9am-2am. 108 Nanluogu Xiang, Dongcheng District. 010-84038004. Candyfloss Caf Nice quiet place for a drink. The interior of the courtyard bar features five-fingered red armchairs, fireplaces. Daily. 35 Dongmianhua Hutong (off Nanluogu Xiang), Dongcheng District. 010-64055775. Ball House A red door in a secluded alleyway is home to this pool haven. Pool costs 50 yuan an hour, drinks are on the pricey side. 2pm-late, East of the Drum Tower, Zhonglouwan Hutong (next to Hosanna Caf), behind Gu Lou Xidajie. 010-64074051. |
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