Beijing: Where to Eat: Cocktails: The Pavillion

The Pavillion

A favorite of the city’s golfing fraternity, this is a sports-oriented bar with a clubby feel; leather armchairs and high ceilings provide a British colonial–style ambiance. In the summer, the expansive garden, with its comfy sofas and outdoor bar, makes it a buzzing gathering spot, particularly on weekends. The food is mainstream Western: pasta, steak and the like. The British owner is a keen golfer and happy to recommend courses.