Laiwaitan Riverside Craft Beer House sits on Zhongma Road in Ningbo's Jiangbei District, inside the Laiwaitan (Old Bund) area's cluster of restored colonial-era buildings along the Yong River. The crowd is a casual mix of local young professionals, expat residents, and craft-beer enthusiasts in their late 20s to 40s; dress is relaxed and there is no dress code. The atmosphere is low-key and conversational, with background music rather than live performance or DJ sets, and the main draw is the riverside outdoor seating facing the water. The drinks programme centers on a rotating selection of craft beer, both local Chinese microbrews and imported styles, priced in the CNY 35-70 range, with a smaller wine and cocktail selection for non-beer drinkers. Weeknights run quieter from 6PM, popular for after-work pints, while Friday and Saturday evenings fill the outdoor tables with larger groups, staying open to around 1AM. There is no cover charge, and the venue operates on a walk-in basis without table reservations, though groups arriving early on weekends have a better chance at riverside seating before it fills up.
| Price | CNY 35-70 per drink (approx USD 5.22-10.43) |
|---|---|
| Cover | No cover |
| Hours | Daily 6PM-1AM |
| Address | Zhongma Road, Jiangbei District, Ningbo, Zhejiang |
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- Craft beer and riverside outdoor seating in a restored colonial-era building
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Location
Zhongma Road, Jiangbei District, Ningbo, Zhejiang
29.8825, 121.5647 View on map
Highlights
- Rotating craft beer list mixing local and imported styles
- Riverside outdoor seating along the Yong River in Laiwaitan
- Set inside a restored colonial-era building in the Old Bund district
- Casual, walk-in atmosphere with no dress code
Tips for visiting
- Arrive early on Friday and Saturday to claim riverside outdoor seating
- Weeknights from 6PM are quieter and suited to after-work drinks
- No reservations are taken, so seating is first-come, first-served
- No cover charge applies
Frequently asked questions
Does the venue take table reservations?
No, it operates on a walk-in basis without reservations.
What kind of drinks does Laiwaitan Riverside Craft Beer House serve?
The venue focuses on a rotating selection of local and imported craft beer, with a smaller wine and cocktail list.
Is there a cover charge?
No, there is no cover charge for entry.