Suzie Wong’s: More of the same
The World of Suzie Wong’s: This stalwart of the Beijing bar scene has added a larger dance floor and bar (with ample red velour) on the first floor. First, the drinks: Agent Red Wolf’s Mojito was so-so, while my Manhattan was better than average. Second, the staff uniform: it’s a cross between Spartacus and the get-ups that the reasonable, peace-loving races typically wear in science fiction movies (olive wreaths would work here). Third, the clientele: a woman stands alone; a man approaches, shakes her hand and introduces himself; within three minutes they are playing doctor (I don’t think that’s her heart, buddy). This could be one of the few places in town that makes Maggies seem innocent. Even so, Suzie’s world was hopping, the drinks were okay and there is always the third floor or deck for a breather.
(From Beijing Boyce XV, first emailed on April 21, 2006)
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