Best Sandwiches in Shanghai (Updated 2026)
From smoked pastrami towers to Italian panini crafted with reverence, these are the spots serving some of the best sandwiches in Shanghai.
Ocean’s Table: Spanish Brunch on the Terrace
Spanish newcomer Ocean’s Table takes over the beloved Commune Social space, serving up a fresh but familiar take on tapas and brunch.
Nasu House: A Late-Night Yakitori Sanctuary in Jing’an
Located in Jing’an, Nasu House is a yakitori restaurant that deals in charcoal-grilled chicken. It’s the kind of unpretentious, easygoing spot that every neighborhood needs.
Atica Shanghai: Authentic Spanish Flavors in a Stunning Space
Atica Shanghai is a stylish yet casual restaurant delivering authentic Spanish comfort food in a stunning space. Sunlit terraces and classic dishes await!
La Diosa Shanghai: Mexican Eats, Killer Cocktails and Party Vibes
Enter La Diosa, a vibrant Mexican bar and restaurant serving crave-worthy comfort food, top-shelf mezcal and tequila, and Instagram-worthy interiors – complete with a huge terrace and lively energy.
New & Hot in Jing’an: Aster by Joshua Paris
Borderless cuisine at this highly anticipated restaurant opening. Aster by Joshua Paris, founded by the former head chef of Michelin three-star Ultraviolet in Shanghai.
gubigubi: A Charming Chinese Fusion Bistro
Ningbo-inspired fusion at gubigubi, a chic bistro with Mediterranean vibes in Shanghai’s former French concession.
Bizy Boy for Fully Loaded Pastrami Sandwiches
Hailed on social media for having “the best pastrami sandwich in Shanghai,” Bizy Boy delivers sandos and pasta.
Whisky & Wontons: Laizhou Bar’s Spicy Take on Sichuan Food
Laizhou Bar dishes up fusion Sichuan and cocktails on Fumin Lu, Shanghai’s hottest nightlife strip.
The One Dish Wonder: Sandian’s Taiwanese Luroufan
Sandian is a no-fuss Taiwanese eatery specializing in luroufan, delicious little bowls of braised pork belly over rice.