The Azul Group expanded their rolodex of concepts with yet another, this time with an all-day restaurant called Xouk, located in the newly opened 1000 Trees mall. And it sports a gorgeous terrace.

About Xouk

Xouk, an all-day restaurant by The Azul Group, Shanghai. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.

Located on the fifth floor of the 1000 Trees mall, Xouk is casual and family-friendly. The interiors has a Middle Eastern design, inspired by the “souks” or market places in the Arab world. The kicker: Xouk has a beautiful terrace overlooking the Suzhou Creek.

Xouk, an all-day restaurant by The Azul Group, Shanghai. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.

It’s part of the group’s plan to scale up, engineering a concept that fits into the mall-sphere, similar to Azul Italiano.

Xouk, an all-day restaurant at 1000 Trees by The Azul Group, Shanghai. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.
Xouk, an all-day restaurant at 1000 Trees by The Azul Group, Shanghai. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.
Xouk, an all-day restaurant at 1000 Trees by The Azul Group, Shanghai. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.

And here’s a bit of news: they just rebranded Colca Sinar Mas into Xouk. The Azul Group is also opening Bhacus, a wood fire grill restaurant on Wuxing Lu, which will be part of the group’s signature restaurants that include Azul and Colca.

On The Menu

Xouk, an all-day restaurant at 1000 Trees by The Azul Group, Shanghai. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.

On the menu are a mix of popular Western dishes and re-imagined Asian dishes that are easy-going and affordable. Highlights include a comforting Shepherd’s Pie, the tuna and barley bowl, slow-cooked beef cheek over creamy polenta, and a delicious laksa-based seafood stew.

Xouk, an all-day restaurant at 1000 Trees by The Azul Group, Shanghai. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.
Hummus & Flatbread (¥68) – Housemade hummus with roasted pepper dip, walnuts, feta cheese, pistachios, and flatbread.
Xouk, an all-day restaurant at 1000 Trees by The Azul Group, Shanghai. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.
Baked Brie (¥118) – A whole medallion of oven-baked brie topped with truffle honey and berries, served with toasted bread.
Xouk, an all-day restaurant at 1000 Trees by The Azul Group, Shanghai. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.
Chicken & Waffles (¥78) – Two boneless chicken thighs topped with melted cheese served with waffles and maple syrup.
Xouk, an all-day restaurant at 1000 Trees by The Azul Group, Shanghai. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.
Shepherd’s Pie (¥128) – A classic shepherd’s pie minced lamb stew served with a side of peas and carrots. Cheesy and comforting.
Xouk, an all-day restaurant at 1000 Trees by The Azul Group, Shanghai. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.
Beef Cheek (¥128) – Beef cheek slow-cooked in red wine served over creamy polenta with gremolata.
Xouk, an all-day restaurant at 1000 Trees by The Azul Group, Shanghai. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.
Mixed Grill Platter (¥328) – A great value dish that’s excellent for sharing and an easy crowd pleaser. On the platter is a half roasted baby chicken, 150g of grilled striploin steak, prawns, sausages, and grilled vegetables, served with garlic fries.
Xouk, an all-day restaurant at 1000 Trees by The Azul Group, Shanghai. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.
Singapore Seafood Stew (¥328) – The base of this stew is inspired by laksa, but much more condensed. It’s pretty tasty.
Xouk, an all-day restaurant at 1000 Trees by The Azul Group, Shanghai. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.
Comes loaded with prawns, scallop, pan-seared halibut, crabmeat, and rice noodles.
Xouk, an all-day restaurant at 1000 Trees by The Azul Group, Shanghai. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.
Curry Chicken (¥98) – A mildly spiced curry made with a base of mango, coconut, garam masala, and red curry powder. Served with flatbread.
Xouk, an all-day restaurant at 1000 Trees by The Azul Group, Shanghai. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.
Tuna Katsu (¥118) – A twist on the tuna tataki. Seared tuna crusted with togarashi served over barley with nori, furikake, shimeiji mushrooms, and asparagus. A delicious lunch option.
Xouk, an all-day restaurant at 1000 Trees by The Azul Group, Shanghai. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.
Tiramisu (¥58)
Xouk, an all-day restaurant at 1000 Trees by The Azul Group, Shanghai. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.
Gelato and sorbets are ¥28/scoop, ¥42/two. Flavors include salted caramel, Earl Grey & fig, chocolate & rum, matcha, and more.

As for drinks, there are a plethora of cocktails, mocktails, and smoothies to choose from, all starting from ¥58.

Xouk, an all-day restaurant at 1000 Trees by The Azul Group, Shanghai. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.
Refreshing mocktails
Xouk, an all-day restaurant at 1000 Trees by The Azul Group, Shanghai. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.
Easy-drinking cocktails

Good for families, casual lunch/brunch and easy-going dinner if you live in the neighborhood.


Xouk
Address: 5/F, 1000 Trees, 600 Moganshan Lu, near Changhua Lu 大洋晶典5楼, 莫干山路600号, 近昌化路
Tel: 66116166
Hours: Daily, 11am-3pm, 5pm-10pm
Address: Sinar Mas Plaza, 3/F, 588 Dongchangzhi Lu, near Xinjian Lu 东长治路588号白玉兰广场3楼, 近新建路
Tel: 65933666
Hours: Daily, 11:30am-10pm