Shamrock Bar & Restaurant
Foreigners in China's big cities are presented with two options: seek the comforts of Western food, drink, music, and company in expensive establishments, OR explore the mysterious, inexplicable, and never-ending variety that is Chinese culture. Those who frequent Shamrock choose the former.
Blaring Western pop music and a mix of foreigners adorn this supposedly "Irish pub". The only aspect reminiscient of a true Irish pub is the draught Guiness, sold at a staggering 60 RMB/pint. Yes, 60 RMB, likely more than the 7.50$ or 6 euros one pays at your local Irish pub back home. Chinese beers are cheaper at Y10-30. Upon my last visit, the bar "conveniently" ran out of Chinese beers by 11:30, forcing me to choose from an expensive, albeit impressive range of imports. Entrees range from Y25-120. They include a range of salads, sandwiches, burgers, pizzas, and uncreative international dishes.
Fridays are dance parties. Saturdays feature live bands.
Directions: Renmin Nanlu Si Duan, no. 15. The bar is on the east side of Renmin Nanlu, a few blocks south of the first ring road.
