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.
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.
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.
Qingchun Perma: Best Value Vegetarian in Shanghai?
Vegetarian restaurant Qingchun Perma in Xintiandi runs like a factory, feeds you like its Reunion Dinner, and somehow keeps it under ¥100.
What is Jiangxi Cuisine? Find Out at Wang Lu Shanghai
Wang Lu shows what Jiangxi cuisine can be, proving there’s more than heat and spice to this lesser-known regional Chinese style.
Nono’s Shanghai Locks In With Chinese-Italian Cuisine
More than just “fusion,” Nono’s Ristorante owns its Chinese-Italian cuisine with dedication.