J.Boroski is a secluded cocktail bar that does bespoke drinks in Jing’an. Custom cocktails in a cool space.

Homeslice is a beloved New York-style pizza parlor in Shanghai, by the slice or a whole pie. Find classics of spicy sausage and pepperoni and seasonal specials.

Mercado 505 is an upmarket Spanish and Mediterranean restaurant known for its high-quality seafood. It is backed by…

Sanchome (三町目寿居酒屋) is a Japanese-run sushi bar and izakaya on Julu Lu. The space is small, yet it…

Ren He Guan (人和馆) is an excellent Chinese restaurant that does Shanghainese classics. The best hong shao rou in Shanghai is right here.

Cila is a contemporary Chinese restaurant in Shanghai inspired by Xibei northwestern Chinese cuisine with an emphasis on Chinese wines.

Yan Gege is an all-you-can-eat Beijing-style vegetarian hotpot restaurant with an emphasis on Yunnan mushrooms.

Loushang Hotpot is a popular restaurant for Cantonese-style hotpot and seafood. It’s more upmarket, but it reflects upon the quality of fresh seafood.

Located in the Shankang Li F&B complex, RIINK is a two'fer: a neighborhood casual American-style diner and a roller skating rink.

Sub Standard is a hole-in-the-wall sandwich and pizza shop in Jing'an. Good quality sandwiches for daily noms.

Cages is a massive sports bar in Jing'an serving American classics. Games of batting cages, bubble football, arcade games, a kid's play area, and more.

Ottimo is a stunning villa restaurant that serves Mediterranean and European cuisine. Lounge vibes on the terrace and classy interiors.