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CITYLIFE / Bars & Cafes






Party animals


By Carissa Welton (Beijing Weekend)
Updated: 2007-08-13 10:31







While there may be more than an overwhelming amount of watering holes,
dancefloors, and bar menus floating around Houhai Lake, there is one
that's set apart from the rest. The Houhai Zoo is positioned on the east
side of the lake, promising institutional support for all Beijing party
animals.

In addition to its picture-perfect location, the venue offers affordable
drinks, a full food menu, and a good-sized dance space. Opened last
August, the Zoo shares the "Shut Up, Just Drink" philosophy with its
popular siblings.

Buying copious amounts of alcohol without damaging your pocketbook is
easy to do. The bar is best distinguished by its reasonable prices.
Standard drinks start at 20 kuai per glass, and bottles of Qingdao are 10
kuai. On Sundays from 4 to 7:30pm, an open fresh fruit margarita bar is
served for 50 kuai per person. A BBQ buffet including salads and veggie
skewers is also available for an extra 30 kuai per person.

"The idea behind this place was always to provide an upscale venue with
good service and low prices," said Zoo owner, Huxley. "This year we're
planning more special events and theme parties, to provide a more
attractive and unique atmosphere."

Over the last year the bar has built a reputation for hosting private
parties. The intimate interior offers high-standing cocktail tables, cozy
booths and a semi-private room. Rain or shine, guests can stretch out on
the patio deck under canopy umbrellas, overlooking the lake. It's the
perfect place to get away from all the tourist traps and take them all in
at the same time.

Houhai Zoo
Location: Bldg 2, Qianhai (next to East Shore Live Jazz)
Opening hours: 10am-late
Tel: 010-6403-6690























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