Oldie but Goodie is a monthly column where we feature noteworthy restaurants, cafes or bars that have been open at least six months and are worth a try.
Technology has completely transformed the way we listen to music. As music formats continue to evolve, we tend to become nostalgic for old ways of enjoying our favorite tunes. And that’s exactly why we need bars like Vinylhouse in this day and age.
Co-owned by Tomasz Guiddo and Zen Lu, both of whom are Shenzhen-famous for their musical exploits and, in Guiddo’s case, for his involvement with F&B establishments like Lavo.
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As one of the few places in the city where folks can hang out while sifting through crates of vinyl records (at relatively good prices, we might add), Vinylhouse has built a stellar reputation since opening a year ago in Shenzhen.
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We set out to see what all the fuss was about.
Vinylhouse wasn’t as spacious as we’d expected, but under dim light, and in the company of deep house and ambient sets by the co-founders, the establishment is a lovely spot for a relaxing tipple.
In terms of drinks, the menu covers everything from basics such as whiskey, wine, beer, vodka and cocktails to bartender’s specials. We went with a New York Sour (RMB78). A few sips of the mildly tart yet enlivening cocktail and we were all set for our evening of music.
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Vinylhouse also stocks a range of food for hungry revelers, with snacks like dried squid and beef jerky acting as awesome complementary bites for an evening booze-fest.
Despite being one of the smaller places that we’ve visited, Vinylhouse is a bar of many talents, and it has quietly become one of the most popular music venues in the city.
Price: RMB70
Nearest metro: Houhai Station (Exit F), 20 minutes’ walk.
Tue-Sun, 7pm-2am. See listing for Vinylhouse.
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