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The Nest

7.8Locals Score / 10

#4 of 10 Bars & Nightlife in Shanghai

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Known forlive musicarts venuelocal sceneaffordable
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A multi-floor bar and live music venue near the Bund's northern end that has become a genuine hub for Shanghai's underground music and creative scene. The cocktails are affordable and decent, but the real draw is the programming — live jazz, electronic sets, and art events fill the calendar. The crowd is young, local, and genuinely cool without being exclusionary. Worth checking their WeChat for upcoming events before visiting.

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Last verifiedJuly 14, 2026

Locals Score

7.8/10
  • Value8.0
  • Iconic6.0
  • Excellence8.0
  • Crowd level7.5
  • Authenticity8.5
  • Accessibility7.0
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Last reviewed July 14, 2026 by AskTheCity Editorial.