Best New Restaurants in Shanghai 2025 (So Far)
From innovative tasting menus to cozy neighborhood bistros and bold culinary concepts, this year has already delivered plenty of fresh new restaurants in Shanghai.
Bella Vita Bistro
Bella Vita Bistrò is a charming Italian restaurant in Xuhui, serving regional dishes in an elegant villa with a rooftop terrace.
The Shanghai Scoop: Food & Drink News (July 2025)
New restaurants opening in Shanghai: Benny’s rotisserie from Canada, 67 Pall Mall, super lounge Upperwood, Bar Rock, and more.
Best Sandwiches in Shanghai
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.
Cucina di Dario
Cucina di Dario is a modern Italian fine dining restaurant in Shanghai, blending Italian traditions with local influences under chef-owner Dario Huang.
Scena di Angelo (The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong)
Helmed by award-winning chef Angelo Agliano, Scena di Angelo is a fine Italian restaurant located on the 52nd floor of The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong.
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.
The Shanghai Scoop: Food & Drink News (May 2025)
New restaurants opening in Shanghai! Bottega Group expands with Atica and La Diosa, Ocean’s Table opens in the old The Commune Social, Beijing’s Avocado Tree comes to town.