Walk a couple blocks down Wanghai Lu, near Sea World in Shekou, and you’ll discover a United Nations-like roster of ethnic restaurant choices. Are you hungry for some Australian tucker, a Middle Eastern kebab or maybe some Sicilian delight? They’re all here.
We nod to each as we stroll past, choosing instead to follow our itch for a bit of London pub life.
The three owners of London Bridge Dining Bar, Jenny, Leafia and Joanne, are longtime friends who have completely remodeled the space, reproducing the feel of an authentic Soho pub.
From the lofty interior and spacious outdoor seating area to the London-like stools, dartboards and upstairs pool table, you’ll feel right at home here.
Drinks? It’s British, so you know the answer. You’re on the pig’s back here, with a wide variety of tap beers and top-shelf bottles of scotch, whisky and vodka, as well as Jose Cuervo Gold (RMB26-RMB330) for special occasions (like, er, any Friday night, when the moon’s out or when your goldfish learns to swim).
The girls have gone and hired an expert American chef who serves a killer lineup of hamburgers with fries and pickles. The beef is all Australian Primo, so you can’t go wrong. Between pints, sample the London Bridge special: a burger topped with bacon, cheddar, sauteed onions, mushrooms and a fried egg (RMB70).
Other specialties include a range of Mexican food and pizza. The Mexican pie (RMB75) is delectably spicy with a thin, homemade crust. Though we came for the drinks, it’s London’s bar food that will keep us coming back.
Open from 10am to 2am with plenty of specials – like buy-one-get-one-free pizzas from 4-8pm on Saturdays, drink promotions and frequent party night prizes – this new tavern is set to be one of the hottest spots in Shekou. Beat the crowds and check it out now.
Price: RMB100
Who’s going: Shekou residents, pub goers, Londoners at heart
Good for: late-night dinners, chatting over a pint
See listing for London Bridge Dining Bar.
[Images via Mike Jordan]
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