What to Eat in Shanghai: 30 Must-Try Chinese Dishes (2026)
A guide on what to eat in Shanghai — xiao long bao, hairy crab, scallion noodles and more.
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New Restaurants in Shanghai 2026: Mid-Year Review
A quick look at new restaurant openings in Shanghai this half of 2026. Add these to your eat list!
Best Noodles in Shanghai: 13 Bowls For A Noodle Crawl (2026)
From time-tested, hole-in-the-wall institutions to hip mainstays, here are my favorite local Chinese restaurants for noodles in Shanghai.
Best Xiao Long Bao in Shanghai (2026)
There's nothing more Shanghai than xiao long bao. Here's a big guide to xiao long bao in Shanghai, including my top three restaurants.
The Best Bowls of Cold Noodles in Shanghai 2026
Beat the heat while satisfying your taste buds with the best cold noodles in Shanghai from cold soba to Shanghai-style noods to liangpi.
Best Japanese Omakase Restaurants in Shanghai (2026)
Some of the best Japanese restaurants in Shanghai for omakase, ones that I frequent and keep going back for more.
The Best Gelato & Ice Cream in Shanghai (2026)
Ice cream, gelato, sorbet, and frozen yogurt—here's where to get the best in Shanghai. Plus, dairy-free ice cream, delivery options & to-go tubs.
Michelin Guide Shanghai 2026: Full List of Starred Restaurants & Bib Gourmands
The Michelin Guide Shanghai 2026 awards 51 restaurants with stars. Full list of starred restaurants, Bib Gourmands, and Selected Restaurants in Shanghai.
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The COOK Buffet: Real Malaysian Food & Seafood
Hotel buffets in Shanghai are a dime a dozen. But if there's one thing that sets The COOK apart, it's the Malaysian food! Buffet starting from ¥208.
Fathom Shanghai: A Deep Dive Into Serious Seafood
Fathom Shanghai proves that the best seafood comes with real depth — Kamchatka king crab, carabinero prawns and seven caviars worth splurging for.
The G.O.A.T.: Weekend Buffet for ¥208 at The St. Regis
Goat lovers, this one's for you: The St. Regis on the Bund teams up with Michelin-listed Bistro STRONG for a limited-time weekend lunch buffet — only ¥208!
Turkey To-Go & Thanksgiving Buffet at Portman's Restaurant
Celebrate Thanksgiving in Shanghai with a buffet at Portman's Restaurant. Planning a gathering at home? Get ready-to-eat turkey and ham sets.
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Feral Xiaoye: Banh Mi Shop Returns as a Full Restaurant
From street cart to banh mi shop to full-service restaurant, Feral Xiaoye reopens with pho, spring rolls, and more to go with their excellent sandwiches.
Turkey To-Go & Festive Feasts at House of Tan
From Thanksgiving to New Year's Eve — private members club House of Tan opens its doors to the public. Customized festive menus for dine-in and delivery.
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Fathom
Fathom is a premium seafood restaurant at Bund City Hall, Shanghai, serving caviar, glorious seafood platters, and creative mains, next door to sister venue Kirillitsa.
Kirillitsa
Shanghai's first Russian fine dining restaurant Kirillitsa turns heads with a creative take on the cuisine. An exploratory tasting menu and more traditional a la carte dishes.
The COOK (Kerry Hotel Pudong, Shanghai)
The COOK is the all-day buffet at the Kerry Hotel Pudong, Shanghai, with a dozen open kitchens and standout Malaysian dishes like laksa and rendang.
Horse & Cow
Horse & Cow is a compact wine bistro serving a French-Chinese influenced menu to go with their curated wine selection.
Melt in July (七月柿 Farm House)
Melt in July (七月柿 Farm House) is a farm-to-table restaurant in Plaza 66 with a menu built on its signature ingredient: tomatoes.
Leyas Middle Eastern Cuisine
Leyas is a modern Middle Eastern (halal) restaurant in Xintiandi, Shanghai. Kebabs, mezze, slow-cooked lamb shank, share plates, and more.
Caffe Yaya
Caffe Yaya is the all-day sister concept of Chinese-Italian pasta bar Yaya's. Signature pasta dishes, plus salads, spaghetti, and affogato.
JUJU Shanghai
JUJU is a Korean barbecue restaurant in Shanghai with an explicit 'grill-and-ganbei' atmosphere. Grilled meat and soju bombs!
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Lao Men Kuang (老门框) (Zhongshan Park)
Lao Men Kuang is a traditional Beijing-style hotpot chain that specializes in hand-cut lamb and beef. It is also listed as a halal restaurant.
Cuivre by Michael Wendling
Cuivre is a long-standing French restaurant in Shanghai, helmed by chef Michael Wendling. Classic French flavors with a modern twist in a rustic setting.
Sheng Yong Xing (晟永兴) (The Bund)
Sheng Yong Xing is a Michelin one-star restaurant for peking duck located at Five on the Bund. Fantastic quality of food with excellent hospitality.
VICE Shanghai
VICE Shanghai is a chef-driven restaurant and bar in Xuhui led by Carlos Sotomayor, featuring globally inspired dishes and creative cocktails in a moody bistro and lounge.
Four Seasons Cuisine Sichuan Restaurant
Four Seasons Cuisine is a Sichuan restaurant in Shanghai backed by culinary pedigree, serving authentic dishes in a charming tavern-like space.
Alma Luna
Alma Luna is a Cuban-inspired cocktail bar from luminary bartender Yao Lu (Union Trading Company). Good drinks, Cuban snacks, and friendly vibes.
Juniper
Juniper is a restaurant and gin bar along Suzhou Creek, boasting Shanghai's largest gin collection and serving a globally inspired menu that punches above its weight.
Hanro Shanghai
Hanro Shanghai is an upscale Korean barbecue restaurant that levels up the usual KBBQ experience with premium dry-aged meats and champagne. Fantastic banchan!
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The COOK (Kerry Hotel Pudong, Shanghai)
The COOK is the all-day buffet at the Kerry Hotel Pudong, Shanghai, with a dozen open kitchens and standout Malaysian dishes like laksa and rendang.
Uni Shushi (Xintiandi)
Uni Shushi is a Japanese omakase restaurant under the Ochiyo umbrella. Affordable, solid sushi in Xintiandi, Shanghai.
Albaluz Shanghai (Hengshan Lu)
Albaluz is a decade-old Spanish restaurant in Shanghai known for its traditional dishes of paella, fideau, hand-carved Iberico ham, BBQ pork ribs, and classic tapas.
AURA Lounge (The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong)
Perched on the 52nd floor of The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong, AURA Lounge handles it all — skyline views, business lunches, afternoon tea, and intimate dinners.
Skyline Dome
Skyline Dome is a rooftop bar and lounge on the Bund in Shanghai with iconic views, Japanese bites, cocktails, cigars, shisha, and weekend DJ nights.
Sake Ichi
Sake Ichi is a reliable yakitori and izakaya in Shanghai serving up traditional chicken skewers alongside koji-marinated beef and "duckitori."
Sake Ichi Oden
Sake Ichi Oden is Japanese restaurant serving chicken soup oden, ramen, tsukemen, and flavored highballs. Street energy and open late.
The Dome Shanghai
The Dome is a Japanese restaurant and bar on The Bund in Shanghai — omakase and lively after-dark energy, complete with terraces offering prime views.
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