Shanghai boasts more nightlife than any other mainland Chinese city after Beijing. Its quality and variety have increased so markedly in the last several years that many veteran expats consider it to be in the same league as Hong Kong's. There are many Western-style bars open 24hr, especially in the Huaihai Lu area, nearly all of which serve food, and some of which have room for dancing. There are now several gay and lesbian bars , among the most popular being 85%, 101 (all male) and Asia Blue. Most of the places listed draw a mix of Chinese and expats. The streets north of Huaihai Lu and south of Yan'an Zhong Lu, most notably Julu Lu and Maoming Lu, have the greatest concentration of bars in the city, although pockets also exist around Fudan University and Hengshan Lu. There is a full range of drinks available in Shanghai bars, though beer is usually bottled rather than draught and prices are on the high side; reckon on ¥25-60 per drink in most places, which is a lot more than what you'll pay in many restaurants. If it's Chinese rock that you're after, live music can certainly be found, though don't bet on the quality. For up-to-date information about current events, as well as news about the latest bars that are opening up, check the latest edition of the expat periodical Shanghai Pictorial.