Neo Bistro INT. by Twins Kitchen Serves Up Chinese Fusion

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INT. is a neo bistro in Jing’an that comes by way of Hong Kong, led by F&B group Twins Kitchen, serving a fusion of Chinese flavors with Western ideas.

Neo Chinese bistro INT. by Twins Kitchen opens in Shanghai, serving up fusion Chinese food.

It’s located in the same building as Mikkeller; the entrance is down the alley on the left of taproom. It’s a cozy, dimly lit space with a good playlist. Good for a date night.

Neo Chinese bistro INT. by Twins Kitchen opens in Shanghai, serving up fusion Chinese food. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.

The Food

The bistro is based off the group’s INTERVAL series of Italian restaurants, but honestly there’s nothing Italian here, except for the inclusion of small pizzas topped with Chinese ingredients and cheese, and Jiangxi rice noodles made in the style of pasta.

Neo Chinese bistro INT. by Twins Kitchen opens in Shanghai, serving up fusion Chinese food. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.

It’s more modern Chinese small plates than it is anything else, in my opinion.

Neo Chinese bistro INT. by Twins Kitchen opens in Shanghai, serving up fusion Chinese food. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.
Abalone Carpaccio (¥98) with garlic vinaigrette, crispy scallions, and a spritz of fresh lime. Refined and delicate.
Neo Chinese bistro INT. by Twins Kitchen opens in Shanghai, serving up fusion Chinese food. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.
Goose Terrine (¥108) with huajiao pickled radish served with crispy lavash. A nice twist on a bistro staple.
Neo Chinese bistro INT. by Twins Kitchen opens in Shanghai, serving up fusion Chinese food. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.
Deep-Fried Bombay Duck (¥98) – Bombay duck is actually a fish! The crumbly, delicate, naturally sweet fish is held together with a thin batter, which liquefies as you bite into it. A superb dish that’s definitely worth trying. Served with balsamic vinegar.
Neo Chinese bistro INT. by Twins Kitchen opens in Shanghai, serving up fusion Chinese food. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.
Chicken Wings (¥118) – Two plump wings stuffed with truffle and duck liver. As you can imagine, it’s a rich bite worth savoring.
Neo Chinese bistro INT. by Twins Kitchen opens in Shanghai, serving up fusion Chinese food. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.
Potato Mille-Feuille (¥58) – Fancy potatoes cooked in butter topped with horseradish cream.
Neo Chinese bistro INT. by Twins Kitchen opens in Shanghai, serving up fusion Chinese food. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.
Slow-Cooked Two Point Black Pork Ribs (¥228) – Jinhua pork with grilled pineapple and teriyaki sauce. A dish that’s more my pace, strong flavors and rich with soy sauce and butter. I know Jinhua pork is costly, but damn, this is a low value dish.
Neo Chinese bistro INT. by Twins Kitchen opens in Shanghai, serving up fusion Chinese food. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.
Grilled Maitake Mushrooms (¥98) – Charred with smoky aromas and a complementary duck liver sauce.
Neo Chinese bistro INT. by Twins Kitchen opens in Shanghai, serving up fusion Chinese food. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.
Grilled Bamboo Shoots (¥88) with Jinhua ham sauce. Two sections of bamboo, although juicy and hella tasty, is not worth ¥88. (Organic spring bamboo with husks on is ¥20 for 500g on Hema, FYI.)
Neo Chinese bistro INT. by Twins Kitchen opens in Shanghai, serving up fusion Chinese food. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.
Pesto Jiangxi Rice Penne (¥98) – Jiangxi rice noodles have a chewy, bouncy mouth feel, which is an unusual but welcome variation with pesto sauce. Light in flavor, fun in texture.
Neo Chinese bistro INT. by Twins Kitchen opens in Shanghai, serving up fusion Chinese food. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.
Chinese Toon Pizza (¥98) – Topped with seasonal Chinese toon shoots and cheese. For those who haven’t tried toon, it’s a springtime shoot that has a powerful garlicky profile. An interesting combination, but pricey for a six-inch pizza.
Neo Chinese bistro INT. by Twins Kitchen opens in Shanghai, serving up fusion Chinese food. Photo by Rachel Gouk @ Nomfluence.
Panna Cotta (¥68) with chilled mango cream, pomelo, and pistachios.

The Bombay duck was phenomenal, the Jiangxi rice noodles unique, and the pork ribs divine. Overall, it’s interesting and inventive, but I feel most dishes are either overpriced or low value for money. Be prepared for sticker shock.

For drinks, it’s all natural wines, which starts at ¥78 a glass, bottles from ¥438.


INT.
Address: No. 114, Bldg 60, 273 Jiaozhou Lu, near Xinzha Lu 胶州路273弄60号114室, 近新闸路
Tel: 13818124450
Hours: Tue-Sun, 5:30pm-midnight (soft opening)

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