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Whisky Bar and Speakeasy¥¥¥¥
Xuhui
"Confirmed the hype on the Basil Gimlet."(7 Tips)
"definitely in love with Stinky Pig!"(3 Tips)"Get the Old Fashioned- perfectly made and really packs a punch!"(4 Tips)
"Wonderful Whisky Sour with Fitzgerald Bourbon!"(6 Tips)
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Ellen PetitApril 12, 2015Less smokey than it used to be, which is a big plus! Cozy, comfy neighborhood bar with great cocktails. Although whisky oriented, they do great stuff with gin & vodka as well. Basil Gimlet anyone?Upvote6Downvote- Lester AmaraNovember 8, 2018Styled to look like old American bar, Senator Saloon offers some of the best cocktails in the city. I love the Boulvardier and Bee's Knees. Confused? ask the bartender. Open till 2 am all days.Upvote3Downvote
Luke di RagoAugust 9, 2016Not an easy find. But look for a dim light coming from the windows. The atmosphere is great, they music was like from a Woody Allen movie. The Whiskey Sour is a must!
Upvote2Downvote- Great cocktails and a very relaxed environment. Come during the week to miss the crowd
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From a person who used to love senator ... Why do I get a headache now from just one Rye drink? And why did those juicy pork belly sandwiches turn into thumbtack sized dog treats?Upvote1Downvote
ErinNovember 8, 2012Best bartender in town! Definite rival for El Coctel. Every drink has been a hit not to mention stiff! Ask David the bartender for recommendations. He always aims to please! Can be a bit smokey.Upvote2Downvote
Cigdem Cakci RobertApril 25, 2016It's quite easy to be captured by the idea of all of a sudden Fitzgerald or Hemingway would step into the bar and take a seat and have a drink with you.UpvoteDownvote
Lena ZApril 30, 2017Couldn't get enough of the fantastic tastes tonight caused by limited space of my stomach ^^Nice day down in moudu with best fds after work!
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The Vieux Carre is my staple drink here. Service is always good. Lots of salty potato chips. The two-person booths are nice when the bar is crowded, too.Upvote1Downvote
Look down to feel like you are in the Old West. Look up to feel like you are in Kanye West's bedroom.Upvote26Downvote
I continue to be impressed with this place. Great atmosphere with even better drinks! My only want would be for a smoke free environment!UpvoteDownvote
Kelsey MoserNovember 3, 2017Really amazing vibe. Bar tender gave me the opportunity to taste his rare Booker's Rye because of my interest in his selection.UpvoteDownvote
Rachel RothDecember 2, 2018Great speakeasy with tasty cocktails and plenty of food options. Book ahead on weekendsUpvoteDownvote
Alex DobyanMarch 16, 2016A good cocktail bar in a city that's full of 'em, but this one is good value and has a huge spirits selection.UpvoteDownvote
Very nice Whiskey bar! Nice décor, nice drinks, nice music.
UpvoteDownvote- Wonderful Whisky Sour with Fitzgerald Bourbon! And great food... Two thumbs up!Upvote2Downvote
Great neighborhood bar- drinks are strong, food is reliable and patrons are unpretentious. Negroni, old fashioned, manhattan... I have yet to be disappointed.Upvote4Downvote
ᴡ LauAugust 30, 2014BEST cocktails in Shanghai! period! won hands down compare to any other place!UpvoteDownvote
Great bar, try their signature manhattan and negroniUpvote1Downvote
Vincent TanJuly 8, 2016Very atmospheric American cocktail bar with friendly bartendersUpvoteDownvote
cdvelSeptember 6, 2014This place has lots of character. Drinks aren't exactly cheap but worth every Mao. Try the old-fashioned.UpvoteDownvote
Josh WardFebruary 3, 2018The basil gimlet will blow your bollocks back. Charming establishment.
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DavidMay 20, 2014If you missing an American-style cocktail bar, this place should make you a but less home sick
UpvoteDownvote- ValentinaNovember 13, 2014I'm definitely in love with Stinky Pig! Bacon flavoured bourbon and maple syrup?! Way too awesome!UpvoteDownvote
- Peter FridayApril 23, 2016Confirmed the hype on the Basil Gimlet. It's fantastic. Stinky Pig is also solid.UpvoteDownvote
Mathieu PoncinAugust 20, 2014Whisky need to be ordered neat please ... They're awesome ! Cocktails and food too!UpvoteDownvote
Michael VertuliSeptember 25, 2013Basil gimlet is a winner. Check out the crispy pork belly sliders, too.Upvote1Downvote
Wesley BlissAugust 24, 2014Seedy, divey, almost hipster vibe, but week mixed classic cocktails.UpvoteDownvote- Pretty strong drinks, unbalanced. Yet, still like the place.UpvoteDownvote
Buzz ArcherJune 16, 2013The only place in town that carries Leopold Bros. bourbon. Top notchUpvote1Downvote
Paola Karasck CamposJanuary 2, 2013Strongly recommend it, best sound track for the genre.Upvote1Downvote- Get the Old Fashioned- perfectly made and really packs a punch!UpvoteDownvote
Love the atmosphere, and the Waldorf is great.Upvote1Downvote
Solid negronis, slightly watery americanos. Good decor and vibe but smoky.UpvoteDownvote
Pedro ShiuJune 25, 2013If you want a good bourbon whiskey experience, then here you areUpvote2Downvote
Eric LinJuly 20, 2012A noble effort, but at the end of the day the drinks miss the mark.UpvoteDownvote
2 words. Basil Gimlet. Everytime. Always amazingUpvote3Downvote
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Open until 2:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu, Sun
- 5:00 PM–1:00 AM
- Fri–Sat
- 5:00 PM–2:00 AM
+86 21 5423 1330
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Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
No
Food & Drink
Drinks
Full Bar, Cocktails
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