British bar/pub, the best place in Chengdu to watch sports (rugby, footy, cricket, boxing, whatever is on satellite) and a civilised place to have a few beers, relax, and chat.
Chill out on the sofa, natter at the bar, sup in the barbershop chairs. Excellent Brit memorabilia, from footy programmes to classic photos of celebs, and the staggeringly artistic screwdriver on the wall.
Also check out the quote of the day on the blackboard. Old Speckled Hen, Abbot Ale, Tiger, German lagers, a tasty range of cocktails. Occasional dancing ensues.
Open afternoon until as early as necessary.
Kehua Jie No. 19 / 科华街19号
30°37'32.96"N 104° 4'37.82"E
On the first floor (second floor for non-Brits) opposite the WoWo minimart on KeHuaJie, near the south gate of Sichuan Uni, so ask the taxi driver for ChuanDa NanMen. Just down the street from Cafe Paname, and next to some good local and Korean restaurants.
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The Leg & Whistle Pub was included in the following Chengdu magazine feature in late 2007: www.chengdugrooves.com/ViewInfo.asp?id=1160
Opening hours as at April 2008: Monday-Friday 4.30pm until late Saturday/Sunday: 1pm until late.
A bit difficult to find for the newcomer. However, you may care to phone 028 85461958. Otherwise, try mobile phone: 13548068008 and ask owner Tony for directions.