In this edition of our Bar Games series, we are focusing on venues in the capital that feature foosball tables. As the weather is a bit chilly for the actual sport, why not have some fun spinning those tiny players instead?
For our earlier Bar Games articles, see the links provided below:
Bar Games: A Few Spots Where You Can Shoot Pool in Beijing
Bar Games: Places To Throw Some Darts in Beijing
Circle Urban
Last year, Circle Urban launched a new branch in Haidian within the 1733 shopping mall, and this location includes a foosball table! It can be found on the right side of the bar near the entrance, providing ample space on both sides, ensuring you won't disrupt other customers. Additionally, we found out that Circle Urban has introduced an electronic darts board and a retro arcade game, adding even more entertainment options. Furthermore, as the weather warms up, Circle Urban will also offer a cornhole game outside, giving you one more activity to enjoy. Lastly, with Line 12 now operational, this branch is very accessible, conveniently located right next to the Dazhong Shi station on Line 12.
Circle Urban 1733 Shopping Mall branch
B2-02, 1733 Shopping Mall, 2 Dazhongsi Square, Beisanhuan, Haidian District
Hours: 10am-1am
Phone: 135 2146 8591
The Pool Bar
Despite its name, The Pool Bar offers more than just pool games. This hutong bar on Gulou Dongdajie features two foosball tables located upstairs, right by the stairs. Open until the early hours, it’s the perfect place for some late-night, relaxed fun. They have a wide selection of beer, cocktails, and other beverages available, as well as bar snacks for when you're feeling hungry.
The Pool Bar
106 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District
Hours: 1pm-3am
The Corner Bistro
For those who have been following our Bar Games posts, you’ll know that The Corner Bistro is home to a pool table, darts board, and a foosball table. This makes it an ideal venue for enjoying a casual evening with friends while playing a variety of games. Their foosball table also has plenty of space around it, so you won’t have to worry about bumping into other tables or patrons or accidentally knocking someone’s drink over.
The Corner Bistro
Fortune Shopping Center (Zhaofeng Jie) 7 East Third Ring Middle Road, Chaoyang District
Hours: 11:30am-11pm
Phone: 010 8587 6888 ext. 3012
Alpaca Yard
Alpaca Yard is a 24-hour entertainment center located near Langyuan Station, offering multiple foosball tables along with KTV, claw machines, a pool table, arcade games, game consoles, a poker table, a mahjong table, and more. Additionally, as the name suggests, it even features alpacas! This location is likely more suitable for visiting with friends or a group for a well-organized outing rather than a casual stop for drinks and foosball, although it is kid-friendly if you need a spot to entertain children.
Alpaca Yard
A3-3 Building, Qikeshu Creative Park, Banjie Ta Lu, Dongba Compound, Chaoyang District
Hours: Open 24 hours
Smelly Cat
This Friends-themed café that opened in Beijing at the end of last year includes a foosball table as part of their partial recreation of Joey and Chandler's apartment. It isn't a full-sized table, and since many visitors come to take photos, it might not be the best spot for a serious game of foosball. However, if you're a Friends enthusiast looking for the perfect Instagram-worthy photo, this is definitely the place to visit!
Smelly Cat
101, Bldg 17, Weixing Zhizaochang Science Park, Zhongguancun Nansanjie, Haidian District
Hours: 11am-10pm
READ: Bar Games: Places To Throw Some Darts in Beijing
Images: Katie Coy, Dianping, Canva
In this edition of our Bar Games series, we are focusing on venues in the capital that feature foosball tables.