The Rocking Beijing Bar which Used to Be a Tattoo Shop

BBB Bar gives an insight into how the venue changed in recent years.

by Music Dish, 06 September 2021

Beijing Bar Review: Pinó

Pinó is the newest wine-focused addition to the Beijing bar scene and sister to hutong favorite, Nina.

by Irene Ho, 15 July 2019

Razing the Roof: Places You Can Still Drink Outside in the Hutongs

Where can you drink outside in the hutongs still? We set out in search of hangouts that haven’t been bricked.

by That's Beijing, 08 May 2019

5 Things: White Tiger's Nathan Zhang Talks About Getting Bricked

Dongcheng district's hutong brickings continue to wreak havoc on local businesses – even months after construction crews have moved on.

by Vivian Liu, 16 August 2017

Beloved Indie Music Venue 69cafe Closes Its Doors

Sad news for Beijing music lovers.

by Vivian Liu, 04 August 2017

Mai Fresh: Casual Hutong Brunches for Casual Hutong Hipsters

With a beautiful terrace overlooking sloping hutong roofs, reasonably-priced egg plates and heady cocktails, Mai Fresh is a hutong hipster's dream come true.

by Noelle Mateer, 04 July 2017

Vineyard Cafe is Closing

The Wudaoying Hutong institution is shutting down after 11 years in the business.

by That's Beijing, 13 April 2017

A Guide to Beixinqiao's New Bars and Restaurants

The streets around Beixinqiao are exploding with new openings. Here is your guide to its hutong hangouts.

by Noelle Mateer, 18 June 2016

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