sad but true: you want to listen to real good jazz, this is the only place in town to head to...
located over hou hai with a beautiful view over the lake this makes for quite a relaxed jazzy experience. the line up does not vary very much, but the music does as most of the city's top musicians perform here regularly, and there is always someone in the audience who will go on stage to jam with them. so you never know what exactly to expect - except that you'll be entertained until well after midnight.
no neon, no cover, inexpensive drinks - this place is not out for the fast cash, it rather seems to be a favorit hobby of its owner who is doing this for the sake of jazz...

Over rated? Personal view, after all I only been there for one or two musicians.
Moreno Donadel - splendid pianist, probably the best one in Beijing? Well, I don't know others anyway.. :) He still performs there every Sunday.
Nathaniel Gao - great saxophone player, very young but talented. Last time in summer he said he's there on each Thursday, not sure now.
Those two also have handsome appearance so kinda popular to girls. haha.

East Shore is a cozy bar and somewhat unique in Houhai, quiet mostly. It's a good place for those who really enjoy music. If you like talking loud, better not go; if you search for fun with opposite sex, not a good choice either, coz people mostly go there with friends, and those who's alone may be just a fan of the artist. ;)