With an increasing number of couples nicknamed "dinks", (dual
income, no kids), many people are getting pets and treating them
like their "children". They like to talk to these animals, play
with them and some may even want to go out on the town with them
with fancy dinners and fun places to hang out. This may sound a
little bit strange, but these places do exist in Beijing and
Shanghai.
Beijing
Feilinshiguang Pet Bar
Boasting many kinds of films, acoustic systems and projectors,
Feilinshiguang is much more like a movie bar where people can enjoy
wonderful programs with their beloved pets. Here, almost all the
visitors come with their cats or dogs. And when you sample your own
snacks and meals, you also can order some specially prepared food
for your pets.
Address: LIhongjia, to the south of Luozhuang, Zhichun Road,
Haidian District
Tel: 010-80695817
I Home Theme Restaurant
I Home is a famous restaurant where people can have meals with
their pets. There are many different rooms for you and your furry
friend can dine in. And your pet will be treated like a VIP
guest.
Address; Inside Yinqing Club, Huabei Qimao Yuan, Besides
Sijiqing Bridge, West Four Ring Road, Haidian District
Tel: 010-51521818
Bake Community
This place is named after the manager's dog. Here, people can
wander around the place with their pets and enjoy the beautiful
scenery, eat home-style cooked dishes as well as play with your
pets. Furthermore, you also can spend one night with your pets
here, as this community has rooms prepared for you and furry
companion.
If you like, you can even bring your pets to go swimming in the
outdoor pools.
Address: To the west of Yanxihuandao, Huairou District
Tel: 010-61629203
Hill Bar
Just as its name implies, this bar is located on a small hill.
The walk up the hill is easy along the narrow but smooth
stone-paved road with your pet. And the route is dotted with wild
flowers. And when you arrive at the top, you will find an amazing
panorama. What will surprise you more is the accommodation. All the
rooms here are made of wood. It's a relaxing and natural place for
you and your pet to sleep overnight.
Address: Hongzun Yitiaogou Huairou District
Tel: 010- 61627027
Shanghai
Peitalai Cafe
Surrounded by a beautiful park, this Western-style building
houses the first restaurant for pets in Shanghai. Diners can have
meals or play games with their pets in this park. On the second
floor of this building, there are many books about pets. People
come here to chat with each other, and learn more tips about
looking after their animals. And for some grooming, the third floor
provides a beauty salon exclusively for pets.
Address: No. 66, Longbaiqingshan Road, Minxing District
(China Daily June 13, 2007)