One of the more elegant lounges in town, with a mock copper ceiling and low designer chairs. There's an emphasis on beer, cocktails and food from the sea. A sophisticated bar menu includes well-presented oysters, smoked salmon dip, duck liver mousse and salt and pepper calamari. Top craft beer on tap, like Brewdog’s Vagabond Session Ale.
The Cannery
Shanghai
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