The Secret's Out: VS Lounge

So you hear that the VS stands for “Victoria Secrets.” Your eyes roll as you picture some lo-fi dive lounge. The truth is anything but. Victoria Secrets is a well-executed lounge with chill decor and an uptempo vibe. The French owners obviously love the ladies – photos of lingerie models hang tastefully around the bar – but they obviously have as much time for good mixology.

Proof? The drinks are top-shelf. The “$$ Martini” (RMB 70) slides out a perfect balance of vodka, pear, cucumber and lime, while the Strawberry Collins (RMB 50) has serious repeat-order potential. There are also burgers on the menu, a pool table, happy hour and Friday specials (RMB 1,000 for three bottles of liquor, free drinks for ladies).

Good for: Private parties

Also try: George’s, Factory

VS Lounge. Daily 10am-2am. West side of Victoria Gardens, 15 Chaoyang Gongyuan Xili Nanqu, Chaoyang District (6538 4707) 朝阳区朝阳公园西里南区15号维多利亚花园公寓西侧

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