Love Sushi: One of Jing’an’s Few Quality Omakase Spots
New in Plaza 66 is Love Sushi — a solid omakase restaurant in Jing’an.
Akanee: Bangkok-Hip Modern Thai Food in a Shanghai Lane
“New Thai cuisine” at Akanee, the kind trending at hip Bangkok bistros, serving up orecchiette pad Thai and Panang grilled chicken.
Deng Ji: The Affordable Sichuan Restaurant to Shanghai’s Acclaimed Nan Xing Yuan
Deng Ji is a Sichuan restaurant in Shanghai serving Master Chef Deng Huadong’s distinctive blend of Sichuan cuisine with Jiangsu and Zhejiang ingredients.
Morena by Azul: Small Plates, Big Brunch in Jing’an
Morena by Azul — A youthful take on Latin American and Mediterranean flavors. Good value with plenty of dishes under ¥100.
The Smokin’ Hog Story: Barbecue, Birria & Bowls
The pursuit of smoking the perfect brisket. Smokin’ Hog finds its niche in Shanghai with American-style barbecue.
Aburi-En: Wagyu Yakiniku For Pudongnites
I’m rarely in Pudong for food, but this Japanese yakiniku restaurant is worth a shout-out. Exceptional quality wagyu beef, neatly packaged in a tasting menu.
The Shanghai Scoop: Food & Drink News (March 2026)
Latest food & drink news in Shanghai: six new openings and a dozen closures, including Le Bec and Green & Safe.
Cila Shanghai Doubles Down on Modern Northwestern Chinese Cuisine
Northwestern flavors, fire cooking, and Chinese wine take the spotlight at contemporary Chinese restaurant Cila Shanghai.
A Guide to Chinese Wine at Cila Shanghai
Explore the world of Chinese wines at Cila, a Northwestern Chinese restaurant in Shanghai. Sip through China’s six major wine regions — one glass at a time.
White Foods: Classy Rice Sets & Matcha Desserts in Shanghai
White Foods’ ‘Six-Flavor Toast’ is a viral hit, but it’s the claypot rice sets and matcha desserts you should actually go for.