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Local Reviews

The Nanjinger prides itself on the objectivity and impartiality of its reviews of restaurants, retail establishments, books, weekend retreats, etc. The Nanjinger receives no payment for the reviews herein, although on occasion, the item(s) under review may be donated by the vendor. Readers should be forewarned that places do sometimes close with little notice, either temporarily or permanently.

Local Reviews

The Flight to Glo Now Boarding

Frank Hossack -
There is a nice little piece of urban legend, an apocryphal story if you will, surrounding the opening of the “British” restaurant Glo in Xinjiekou’s latest icon, the House of Fraser Store. It is supposed that...
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The Well-Known Secret (of Zaika)

Alex Szabo -
The first time I heard of Zaika, my friend acted like he was letting me in on a secret. He mentioned in hushed tones how it was hidden down an alley and how it would periodically have an (ever...
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Shanghai Lu Keeps Ticking

Renée Gray Beaumont -
Where not-so-long-ago was La Villa, now stands Clockwork, another addition to the beer bar revolution. With its industrial look, Clockwork sells itself as the epitome of Chinese trends. Drinkers are greeted with English quotes glowing in...
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Where East Asia Meets West Africa

Alex Szabo -
There has always been a push in the expat cuisine scene for restaurants to market their food as authentic. Of course, this type of marketing all too often leads to disappointment. Occasionally, however, it leads to...
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The Cocktail Bar with the Incense

Francesca Leiper -
When it comes to choosing a spot for dinner with friends, the conversation usually goes something like, “Do you fancy going to the soup place, or tudou niurou? Or how about dumplings; cheap dumplings, or greasy dumplings? No? What...
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@ the Tapa the Food Chain; Brownstone Lounge and Bar

Alex Szabo -
As the weather gets colder, we are moving into the time of year where we long for nice, cozy places to relax and unwind. Brownstone, an upscale bar and tapas restaurant located at the base of Zifeng Tower, offers...
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Sisters United; W5MEN

Renée Gray Beaumont -
The lady next to me gasped when an unexpected screech burst from one of the dancers. The woman in front frantically snapped the camera button on her phone, then there rippled all around the sound of shutters and whispers....
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Nanjing Icon Revamped; Jin’s Café

Frank Hossack -
Recently closed between March and August, Jin’s Café in the Jinling Hotel has once again opened the doors to its daily lunch and dinner buffet, something that is regarded by many as a Nanjing institution. With...
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