Definitely not off the beaten track but instead comfortably tucked between the ‘xiaolongxia’ eateries of Dingxi Lu, it could be missed if it wasn’t for the brightly lit sign and hip interior.

First Round probably isn’t a joint that has been made popular by its food but in fact by its excellent choice of craft beers on tap and the self-serving beer reverse tap.

Absolute wizardry! 

Having said that, we couldn’t go there and only drink beer so we ordered a few bites as well and actually, we were very pleasantly surprised!

Mala Grilled Chicken Wings

If there’s one thing we know about beer, it’s that spicy snacks is a perfect match. These flavoursome grilled wings have gone for a Sichuan style taste with a zing to it – if you don’t fancy a trip to downtown Spice City then you might be better off with our next option…

TKOrean Flatbread

Take the spice away with a slice of this fancy Korean style flatbread. Topped with beef bulgogi, spinach, kimchi and a sesame and gochujang chilli-bechamel sauce, it’s about as a fancy fusion bar food we’ve ever tried. Full of flavours with a sweet after taste it goes down with one of their craft beers just perfectly.

Helles Fury Sichuan Flatbread

We’re heading straight back to Spice Town with the Helles Fury Sichuan flatbread and it’s only 26RMB when delivered through Sherpa’s (Ends 30th April). Topped with spicy pulled pork, mixed peppers, pickled vegetable and as the name suggests, Sichuan peppercorns and chilli oil. It’s one for the brave, and a great match with their Breast Wishes Milk Stout 5.8% though we can’t guarantee it’s still on tap when you go.

Boxing Cat Signature Burger

If your friends end up dragging you down to First Round without having eaten a proper meal then fear not, the Signature Boxing Cat Burger is actually incredibly good, and it comes with fries, hallelujah!

Boxing Cat Brewery Beer

If you’re wondering if you can enjoy some of their signature beers as well, the answer is yes, There’s currently four Boxing Cat beers available by the bottle through Sherpa’s, so you can enjoy the whole beer/food experience from your own home.

First Round is now delivering through Sherpa’s