Chapter One

Chapter One is one of the better bar options in Kunming.  This book bar is one of the more enjoyable bars in town and holds its status with a growing number of loyal customers, where most other bars in Kunming seem to tire quickly.  The drinks are cheap, the staff is friendly, and the atmosphere is comfortable.  There is plenty of room upstairs and downstairs to relax, read a book (Chapter One has a growing library of western books), surf the net (free wi-fi access), or mingle with other customers.  Chapter One also seems to always have the most abundant supply of Beer Lao (very highly recommended) in Kunming and is now serving a growing menu of Indian food (also recommended).

Find it on the map

 

Chapter One is located on Wenlin Jie, a little bit east up the road and across the street from Teresa’s and Prague Cafe near Yunnan University.  Public bus number 1 will get you very close and will save you a few RMB that you will be happy to spend on Beer Lao.