Cinker Pictures

Beijing


At this sophisticated nightlife concept, bartenders mix cocktails inspired by classic films (the ‘Dude’s’ White Russian is sexed-up with mole bitters and vanilla cream), while a modern European menu (mains ¥68 to ¥268) treats Sanlitun socialites to sharing platters of crisp-skinned suckling pig and blackened grilled prawns. The twist in the tale is the adjoining retro-styled cinema showing up to three (mostly classic) films nightly.

Seeing what's showing and booking tickets can only be done via its Wechat account, so you might need to enlist the help of a savvy local.