LifeShenzhen’s Top 10 Bars

Chinese craft-inspired cocktails and skyline views make this an occasion pick.

A lively high-rise choice for Chinese craft-inspired cocktails, a DJ and skyline views. The outdoor terrace adds appeal; window seats are limited, so check the venue’s current seating arrangements.

79F, Mandarin Oriental, Block A UpperHills, 5001 Huanggang Road, Futian

A focused cocktail stop for Southern Chinese ingredients and a quieter evening.

Ensue’s intimate bar focuses on cocktails shaped by Southern Chinese ingredients and skyline surroundings. It suits a quieter drinks-led evening or an after-dinner stop; confirm access and availability with the venue.

40F, Futian Shangri-La, 4088 Yitian Road, Futian

An elevated cocktail and live-music setting above Shenzhen Bay.

A high-rise stop for cocktails and music above Shenzhen Bay. The signature Shenzhen Sling gives the drinks list a local connection; check performance arrangements and seating before planning a special evening.

71F, Raffles Shenzhen, T7 One Shenzhen Bay, 3008 Zhongxin Road, Nanshan

A skyline cocktail or glass of wine for a special evening in Luohu.

A polished hotel bar for signature cocktails, wine and city views above Luohu. The hotel also advertises live music and savoury snacks, making it a considered choice for a special evening.

96F, The St. Regis Shenzhen, 5016 Shennan Road East, Luohu

A Sea World option for live music, cocktails and meeting friends after dinner.

A Sea World choice for cocktails, whisky and a music-led evening. Thai snacks make it easy to combine dinner and drinks; check the performance programme before choosing your table.

2F, Sea World Square, Shekou

A contemporary bar for cocktails, whisky and rum in Nanshan.

A Qianhai choice for classic cocktails, whisky and rum, with indoor seating and an outdoor bay-facing terrace. Check the terrace arrangements and availability before pairing drinks with an evening in the area.

Conrad Shenzhen, 5001 Tinghai Avenue, Nanshan

Cocktails and live music in a high-rise Futian setting.

A top-of-hotel bar built around signature cocktails, gin and live music. Its intimate concept suits a deliberate evening out; confirm performance details, seating and the current menu before settling your plans.

Park Hyatt Shenzhen, 5023 Yitian Road, Futian

A rooftop drinks option for an evening around Bao'an.

A separate rooftop venue at the Bao’an St. Regis, with an outdoor terrace and bay outlook. Its wine and cocktail focus suits sunset plans; confirm terrace access and weather arrangements first.

The St. Regis Shenzhen Bao'an, 1088 Xingye Road, Bao'an

A British-pub option for draught beer and an easy social evening in Shekou.

A Sea World pub option for draught beer, televised sport and pub food, with quiz and music events listed locally. Check the programme before choosing a night, especially if conversation is the priority.

20–23 Taizi Road, Sea World, Shekou, Nanshan

A beach-club option for cocktails, DJs and a coastal evening in Dapeng.

A sand-side Dapeng option for cocktails and DJ-led weekend sessions. Treat it as a beach outing: confirm the current programme, beach access charge and return transport before planning a late finish.

Casablanca Beach Club, Shayuchong Beach, Dapeng New District