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Just a few steps from the subway station, step into Finnegans and be transported thousands of miles away. This is the real deal, an Irish pub to put all imitators to shame. The welcoming atmosphere and dark wood invite patrons to sit at the bar for a Guinness or an authentic Bushmills. The menu features comforting pub grub from fish and chips and burgers to cottage pie and bangers with mash. As the evening rolls on the bar fills up and before you know it, you'll have a dozen new friends.

Soul Mate

This little French-owned cafe is tucked into an alley near Nanjing University. Full of charm, the owners have succeeded in creating a cozy atmosphere that keeps patrons returning. The menu is reasonably priced and full of selections that might prove to be hard to choose between. Upstairs there is a full bar and a foosball table.

Behind the Wall

Sporting an unusual Spanish facade and Mediterranean dining room, Behind the Wall is known for its live music and noble attempt at Mexican food. The menu includes pizza and pasta, but people come here for the tacos, enchiladas and burritos to the accompaniment of sangria or a margarita. Weeknights feature acoustic Spanish guitar, but the weekend entertainment is turned over to local rock bands. Live music is scheduled from 8p-11p.

Don Quixote Spanish Bar & Restaurant

Whether coming to sample the tapas selection, sip some sangria or to hear the nightly live music, patrons of Don Quixote come for a one-of-a-kind experience in Nanjing. This open space is comfortably outfitted to accommodate groups both large and small and tends to get packed after 9p when the music starts. Don Quixote's also holds events and hosts touring jazz bands. It can be a bit difficult to find at first, look for the KFC on Zhujiang Road near Guangzhou Road, Don Quixote's is just opposite the KFC.

Little Scarlet

Operated by Gone With the Wind's Big Scarlet, the Little Scarlet is one of the more popular nightclubs in 1912. Located just across from Soho it is regularly full of tourists and locals during the weekday and packed with dancers and partiers on the weekend. Drinks range from relatively inexpensive beers to upscale wine and alcohol. Fruits and snack trays are available, and if you get there early enough it's possible to get a table. The dance floor is a little small, so it's a great way to meet people if you're alone. -Daniel Clarke

61HOUSE

61HOUSE is a bar near Nanjing University. It is an ideal entertainment venue for foreigners in Nanjing. The indoor area is nearly 1,000 square meters. 61HOUSE offers different kinds of snacks and foods. It is also a great place for avant-garde and small bands to perform. In the daytime, it is a bar for friends to meet. At night, it attracts various kinds of music fans. Its atmosphere and unique service make it a very popular place.

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61 House

61 Hankou Xi Lu, Gulou District, Nanjing, China, 210029

61 House is an ideal place to meet friends, colleagues and family. The place has an open air garden and is surrounded with trees on either sides. One can enjoy live music music performances, play billiards,chess and at the same time enjoy the delectable dishes - Multi cuisine. The venue also provides the option of hosting private parties like birthday parties, garden barbeques and many more.

Jack's Place

164 Shanghai Road, Opposite Nanjing University, Nanjing, China, 210008

This Italian eatery has a good selection of pasta dishes and Australian steaks plus a selection of set meals. Proximity to the university district keeps the prices low. The homey atmosphere is friendly and comfortable. There are three other Jack's Places in Nanjing, including one at Shizi Qiao, however the one near Nanjing University was the first and remains the most popular.

Pada Bar

1 Taiping South Road, New Century Plaza, Nanjing, China

On the third floor of New Century Plaza, this high-end spot is a comfortable yet classy place to shoot some pool and dance. The feel here is far more lounge than pool hall. Mood lighting, guest DJs and an extensive yet affordable cocktail menu are other elements that pull patrons in.

Nanjing 1912

Taiping Road, Changjiang Road & Changjiang Hou Street, Nanjing, China, 210002

The distinct steel gray buildings with flashes of celebratory red dominate this entertainment complex near the Presidential Palace. Every night of the week feels like Friday as young urban professionals come out to play. Featuring some of Nanjing's most lively dancing and drinking, there is an excellent selection of dining options among the courtyards and archways of Nanjing 1912. Often compared to Shanghai's Xintiandi dining and shopping district, Nanjing 1912 is named for the year the Republic of China was established, with Dr. Sun Yat-sen as China's first president, an homage to the zeitgeist of the era's optimism and hope for change. Some popular spots include Blue Marlin, Scarlet and Mazzo.

Blue Sky

77 Shanghai Road, Guangzhou Road, Nanjing, China, 210008

This Australian-owned pub has a friendly, low-key atmosphere and is usually full of regulars. A basic menu of pub grub and grill items is available, including all-day breakfast. A wide selection of beer is available and starts at CNY15. Blue Sky's large TV is often tuned in to the latest ballgame, making it a fun place to catch the latest match. Not interested in the game? There is also a free pool table.

Castle Bar

6 Zhongshan Road, Zhongyang Road, Nanjing, China, 210002

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