Newer to the gay scene, Shanghai Studio has emerged as Shanghai’s epicenter of gay.  Set in an old bomb shelter, the labyrinth of rooms offers small seating areas, bars and a dance floor.  The perfect… Read more

Also housed in an old bomb shelter, Shelter Bar offers cheaper than usual drinks, an expansive space to lounge or dance and host to some of the world’s most well-known DJs.  Ask around for what’s on.

Shanghai’s equivalent of Cheers.  Cheap beer, live band and a slew of regulars make this the perfect place to chill out.

Also offers great views of Pudong with a distinctly Asian feel.  $7 for a martini.

The best view in Shanghai.  Arrive early or reserve to land a table outside with sweeping views of The Bund and Pudong.  $7 for a martini.

Laid back, phenomenal cocktail menu and a large patio upstairs.  $7 for a martini.

New to the gay scene and housed near the site of 2010’s World Expo, D2 replaced Club Deep and is now raging on in its new home.  Entry ranges from $10 to $15, but almost always includes a drink.

The largest gay dance club in Asia.  A stage rises at the front with three poles that are regularly climbed, spun around and slid down.  Entry ranges from $10 to $15, which includes an enormous cocktail.

Reborn in 2008, Pink Home is now a bar, disco and hotel.  Smaller than other big dance venues, Pink Home attracts a very loyal following.

New, modern, hip and oozing with cool.  Another great bar to start the night and find out what’s happening.