Best Cocktail Bars in Shanghai
Representing the best cocktail bars in Shanghai right now, from neighborhood favorites to award-winning imports. Here’s where to drink, and why they matter.
Shanghai’s Koreatown for Sun Jia’s Korean Marinated Crab
Head to Shanghai’s Koreatown in Gubei district for Korean-style marinated crab.
Amazing Chinese Cuisine Opens Blossom, Casual Chaoshan and Cantonese
From the group behind Michelin one-star Amazing Chinese Cuisine comes Blossom, a casual Chaoshan and Cantonese restaurant at Plaza 66 in Jing’an.
Lai Lai Lai Brings Thai Street Vibes to Shanghai
Casual Thai restaurant Lai Lai Lai channels Bangkok’s street energy, serving up classic dishes from The Land of Smiles.
Shanghai Brunch & Bakery O’Mills New Concept: Firewood Alchemy
New concept from popular brunch & bakery: O’Mills Firewood Alchemy, creative wood-fired roasts and Asian-inspired dishes.
Best Bowls of Ramen in Shanghai
Searching for great ramen in Shanghai? From rich, slow-simmered broths to expertly made tsukemen, these reliable spots come to the rescue when craving strikes.
Alea Shanghai: Casual Fine Dining with Chinese Accents
Alea is a casual fine dining restaurant in Shanghai where Ningbo heritage meets modern Western technique in an intimate six-table setting.
Sultan Shanghai: Turkish Halal Restaurant With A Massive Menu
Sultan Shanghai serves up an A-to-Z menu of Turkish halal dishes, from mezze and kebabs to breads and baklava in a grand setting.
Best Xiao Long Bao in Shanghai (Updated 2026)
There’s nothing more Shanghai than xiao long bao. Here’s a big guide to xiao long bao in Shanghai, including my top four restaurants.
The Big List of Restaurant Closures in Shanghai 2025
A bookkeeping of the city’s ever-changing restaurant scene. More than 90 notable restaurant closures in Shanghai in 2025.