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Fathom Shanghai: A Deep Dive Into Serious Seafood

Fathom Shanghai proves that the best seafood comes with real depth — Kamchatka king crab, carabinero prawns and seven caviars worth splurging for.

The G.O.A.T.: Weekend Buffet for ¥208 at The St. Regis

Goat lovers, this one's for you: The St. Regis on the Bund teams up with Michelin-listed Bistro STRONG for a limited-time weekend lunch buffet — only ¥208!

Feral Xiaoye: Banh Mi Shop Returns as a Full Restaurant

From street cart to banh mi shop to full-service restaurant, Feral Xiaoye reopens with pho, spring rolls, and more to go with their excellent sandwiches.

JUJU Korean Grill & Ganbei: A Wagyu KBBQ Party Spot

Korean grill-and-ganbei spot JUJU returns, this time on Yuyuan Road with charcoal-grilled wagyu, a killer playlist, and soju bomb party energy.

Horse & Cow: A Little Wine Bistro with Good Pasta

New from the VOS Families group comes Horse & Cow, a compact wine bistro serving French-Chinese dishes.

Atelier Kaulou: Shanghai's New Cantonese Showpiece

A massive Cantonese restaurant that excels at seafood with a sprawling dining room, terraces, and cocktail bar Opia.

Juke Turns 5: A Shanghai Neo-Bistro Worth Revisiting

A story of resilience, relevance, and a chef-driven menu. Chef Michael Janczewski recounts five years of Juke.

Affordable Omakase: Uni Shushi Expands To Xintiandi

Omakase restauranteur Sun-San expands with a second location of Uni Shushi — omakase from ¥498 in Xintiandi.

Caffe Yaya: Chinese-Italian Pasta & Viral Affogatos

Yaya's Pasta Bar opens a sister concept: Caffe Yaya, an all-day cafe serving spaghettis, salads, and affogatos.

Spago Shanghai's New Free-Flow Brunch: Malibu on the Bund

Spago Shanghai kicks off "Malibu Brunch" on weekends — classic brunch food and a three-hour free-flow, with the glamorous Shanghai skyline as the backdrop.

Alma Luna: Yao Lu's Cuban-Inspired Cocktail Bar Debuts in Shanghai

Luminary bartender Yao Lu of Union Trading Company fame brings is lifelong fascination with Cuba to life — Havana-inspired cocktail bar Alma Luna.

Lai Lai Lai! Thai with Attitude (And Sauces Worth Bottling)

As endearing as its name, Lai Lai Lai brings the full force of Thai flavors to Jiashan Lu — larb to die for, roasted fish, and glazed ribs.

Albaluz: Unwavering. 12 Years of Spanish Food in Shanghai

Spanish restaurant Albaluz serves the same tapas, paella, and Iberico pork ribs it always has — and it's what keeps people coming back.

Madame Ching Charts A Course Through Cantonese-Asian Fusion

On Jing'an's busiest dining strip, Madame Ching blends Cantonese and Asian flavors, with a lobster curry that's worth the trip.

Pepite: French Coastal Seafood on Donghu Road

Pepite brings simple, produce-driven French coastal seafood to Donghu Road.

Dine First, Dance Later: La Barra's All-New Food Menu

La Barra Shanghai has a reputation for nightlife, but their food, Latin with an Asian twist, is worth a stop.

Fuxing Project: New Menu & Free Seafood Platters

Fuxing Project's new dinner menu, bistro plates with a French-Japanese twist. Free seafood platters up for grabs!

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Holy Spice: OHA Group Explores Balinese Flavors

Holy Spice is the latest from OHA Group, a Balinese-inspired restaurant with a rooftop herb garden in Xuhui.

Uncle Beam: New Contender for Neapolitan Pizza in Shanghai

Uncle Beam arrives in Huangpu, giving Shanghai's bigger-name Neapolitan pizzerias a run for their money.

What to Eat in Shanghai: 30 Must-Try Chinese Dishes (2026)

A guide on what to eat in Shanghai — xiao long bao, hairy crab, scallion noodles and more.

Rambu Launches Weekend Brunch: Nasi Lemak, Anyone?

Creative Southeast Asian restaurant Rambu launches brunch with their spin on classic dishes.

Lawry's Shanghai New Brunch: Prime Rib, Unlimited BBQ & Free-Flow

Lawry's Shanghai kicks off a new brunch with unlimited barbecue and free-flow to go with their prime rib.

Shanghai's Leading Natural Wine Bar Closes: What's Next For Natural Wine in China?

A closer look at the natural wine in China; Shanghai's natural wine bars, trends and consumer attitudes towards natural wine.

TonAri: Casual French-Chinese Wine Bistro in Jing'an

TonAri — when you're looking for something chill, casual, and easy to sit down to in Jing'an.

The Shanghai Scoop: Food & Drink News (July 2026)

New modern Chinese chef's table, French-Chinese fusion, and sourdough sandwiches. Shanghai's Michelin 2-star 102 House closes.

Juniper: Global Bites with Shanghai’s Largest Gin Collection

Located along Suzhou Creek, Juniper serves up a globally inspired menu that punches above its weight along with Shanghai's largest gin collection.

New Restaurants in Shanghai 2026: Mid-Year Review

A quick look at new restaurant openings in Shanghai this half of 2026. Add these to your eat list!

Best Noodles in Shanghai: 13 Bowls For A Noodle Crawl (2026)

From time-tested, hole-in-the-wall institutions to hip mainstays, here are my favorite local Chinese restaurants for noodles in Shanghai.

Fu He Hui: Shanghai's Extraordinary Vegetarian Restaurant

Over a decade of commitment to creative vegetarian Chinese cuisine in Shanghai, Fu He Hui is as relevant as ever.

Best Xiao Long Bao in Shanghai (2026)

There's nothing more Shanghai than xiao long bao. Here's a big guide to xiao long bao in Shanghai, including my top three restaurants.

The Best Bowls of Cold Noodles in Shanghai 2026

Beat the heat while satisfying your taste buds with the best cold noodles in Shanghai from cold soba to Shanghai-style noods to liangpi.

Hanro Shanghai: Dry-Aged Korean BBQ That's A Cut Above

Hanro Shanghai takes the Korean barbecue formula a step further with dry-aged premium meats and champagne.

AURA: Shanghai Skyline, Seafood Towers, Bubbles & Live Jazz

Chasing a view of Shanghai's iconic skyline? Venture to AURA in Lujiazui for a seafood tower, champagne, and live music.

VICE Shanghai: Chef-Driven Restaurant & Bar by Carlos Sotomayor

Chef Carlos Sotomayor takes the stage at VICE Shanghai, showcasing his globally influenced cooking that has made him a favorite in the city for years.

KLAZ: Teppanyaki, Omakase, KTV, and More in Xintiandi

KLAZ in Xintiandi has a lot going on — omakase and western menus, KTV, cocktails — but the real draw is the teppanyaki.

Skyline Dome Shanghai: The Bund’s Newest Rooftop Party Spot

The newest addition to the Bund — rooftop bar and lounge Skyline Dome. Drinks, cigars, and Shanghai's iconic view.

Sake Ichi: Reliable Late Night Yakitori in Shanghai

Where to go for supper in Shanghai — open since 2019, Sake Ichi is a reliable late-night bites for yakitori in Shanghai.

The Best Gelato & Ice Cream in Shanghai (2026)

Ice cream, gelato, sorbet, and frozen yogurt—here's where to get the best in Shanghai. Plus, dairy-free ice cream, delivery options & to-go tubs.

Pepper Tree Shanghai: Modern Chinese Cooking with a Western Hand

Modern Chinese restaurant Pepper Tree is where Chef Ling finally puts his Western training to work on Chinese ingredients. Ambitious, personal, and worth your time.

Sake Ichi Oden: Comforting Soups, Ramen & Cheap Highballs

Soups that revive and real cheap highballs at Sake Ichi Oden, a Japanese eatery in Shanghai channeling Tokyo late night energy.

Laizhou Bar: Seriously Good Food, Fumin Road Underdog

On Shanghai's hottest nightlife strip, Laizhou Bar is easily overlooked. I'm here to tell you otherwise — the food deserves more love.

Smokin' Bowl: Bowls, Tortas & Tacos in Jing'an

Smokin' Hog launches sister concept Smokin' Bowl, slinging fast-casual bowls, sandwiches, tacos, burritos, and more.

GEN: Creative Guizhou Food on the Rise, with Natural Sake

Modern Chinese food on the rise. GEN adds their creative spin to Guizhou food, paired with natural sake in a trendy space in Jing'an, Shanghai.

Tokyo Famous: Hikiniku To Come Opens in Shanghai

Famous Tokyo-born Hikiniku To Come opens in Shanghai, serving up charcoal-grilled hamburger steak over rice.

Sourdough Brunch at Fuxing Project | Fuxing Park Terrace

Brunch inside Shanghai's Fuxing Park. Fuxing Project for French-Japanese fusion and fresh baked breads, all on their sunny terrace.

5th Annual Shanghai Burger Month May 1 - May 31 | Get Ready!

The fifth annual Shanghai Burger Month returns this May! 15 all-new burgers, one Burger Passport — and ¥20,000 in prizes!

Verdant: Taiwanese Fusion Bistro in Shanghai; Oyster Omelet & Duck Rice

Taiwanese fusion bistro in Shanghai's former French concession elevates street food into elegant small plates.

Michelin Guide Shanghai 2026: Full List of Starred Restaurants & Bib Gourmands

The Michelin Guide Shanghai 2026 awards 51 restaurants with stars. Full list of starred restaurants, Bib Gourmands, and Selected Restaurants in Shanghai.

Mexican Fonda Chihuahua: New Dishes & The Woman Behind It

Chihuahua serves up homey Mexican food in Shanghai, a casual fonda approved by the Mexican Embassy.

SFSF: Cantonese Slow-Cooked Soups & Good Bowls of Rice

Cantonese slow-cooked soups and traditional steamed dishes — light and nourishing! Don't miss the rice bowls.

Modern Chinese Bistro-Bar Times on Yongkang Road

Shanghai's coffee street Yongkang Road gets a new player: Times, dishing up Cantonese-inspired small plates and cocktails.

The Dome Shanghai: A New Bund Hotspot for Japanese Omakase & Party Vibes

A doze of glitz and glam on The Bund — The Dome Shanghai dishes up Japanese omakase and party vibes.

Best Restaurants on The Bund in Shanghai (2026)

Looking for the best restaurants on The Bund to wine and dine? Here's a list of the best restaurants along Shanghai's most visited attraction.

Love Sushi: One of Jing'an's Few Quality Omakase Spots

New in Plaza 66 is Love Sushi — a solid omakase restaurant in Jing'an.

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.

A Guide to Chinese Wine at Cila Shanghai

Explore the world of Chinese wines at Cila, a Northwestern Chinese restaurant in Shanghai. Sip through China's six major wine regions — one glass at a time.

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.

Four Seasons Cuisine For Authentic Sichuan Food in Shanghai

Four Seasons Cuisine (四吉饭店) is a Sichuan restaurant in Shanghai serving up some fiery authentic fare, backed by some serious culinary pedigree.

Explore Regional Chinese Hotpot Restaurants in Shanghai

Where to eat hotpot in Shanghai. Eight different variations of hotpot from lamb-based Beijing-style or the numb and spicy Chongqing-style.

Shanghai's Koreatown for Sun Jia's Korean Marinated Crab

Head to Shanghai's Koreatown in Gubei district for Korean-style marinated crab.

Best Cocktail Bars in Shanghai (Updated 2026)

Representing the best cocktail bars in Shanghai right now, from neighborhood favorites to award-winning imports. Here's where to drink, and why they matter.

Amazing Chinese Cuisine Opens Blossom, Casual Chaoshan and Cantonese

From the group behind Michelin one-star Amazing Chinese Cuisine comes Blossom, a casual Chaoshan and Cantonese restaurant at Plaza 66 in Jing’an.

Lai Lai Lai Brings Thai Street Vibes to Shanghai

Casual Thai restaurant Lai Lai Lai channels Bangkok's street energy, serving up classic dishes from The Land of Smiles.

Shanghai Brunch & Bakery O'Mills New Concept: Firewood Alchemy

New concept from popular brunch & bakery: O'Mills Firewood Alchemy, creative wood-fired roasts and Asian-inspired dishes.

Best Bowls of Ramen in Shanghai

Shanghai has hundreds of ramen shops, but which ones are the best? I tried a dozen of them, and these six ramen shops made the cut!

Alea Shanghai: Casual Fine Dining with Chinese Accents

Alea is a casual fine dining restaurant in Shanghai where Ningbo heritage meets modern Western technique in an intimate six-table setting.

Hong Yu Fang: Shanghai Bib Gourmand Guotie Institution Worth Queuing For

A beloved Shanghai institution for guotie, two-time Bib Gourmand awarded Hong Yu Fang continues to make pleated-to-order porky potstickers.

Sultan Shanghai: Turkish Halal Restaurant With A Massive Menu

Sultan Shanghai serves up an A-to-Z menu of Turkish halal dishes, from mezze and kebabs to breads and baklava in a grand setting.

Best New Restaurants in Shanghai 2025 & Memorable Meals

A definitive guide to the best new restaurants in Shanghai from 2025 featured on Nomfluence.

Tasty New Modern Chinese Bites at Laizhou Gastrobar

New cozier and brighter interiors, and not just Sichuan, but also Yunnan and Guizhou food at Laizhou Bar.

Where to Celebrate New Year's Eve in Shanghai

Spending New Year's Eve in Shanghai? Here's a hand-picked list of dinners and parties for your celebration needs.

Rambu Levels Up Southeast Asian Flavors in Shanghai

Rambu puts a bold, creative spin on Southeast Asian cuisine — it's new, yet oddly familiar. This season's hottest new opening.

Best Rooftop Bars in Shanghai (Updated 2026)

Toast champagne at the best rooftop bars in Shanghai! A dozen venues to choose from, including the highest rooftop destination in Shanghai.

The Bifengtang Story: 27 Years of Hong Kong Classics

Bifengtang, a Hong Kong-style canteen with humble origins that grew into a 50-location national empire.

Ziko Kitchen: Paul Pairet Apero Box & Gourmet Foods Delivered

Gourmet food products delivered throughout China! Ziko Kitchen joins forces with celebrity chef Paul Pairet.

Where To Find Galette De Rois in Shanghai

​It's the season for Galette des Rois! Here's where you can order these deliciously fun almond custard pastries in Shanghai.

The Best Panettone in Shanghai for An Italian Christmas

Craving the Italian Christmas bread? Here are some great spots where you can find some excellent panettone in Shanghai.

Best Christmas Markets in Shanghai 2025

Step into the festive frenzy at some of the best Christmas markets in Shanghai for a dose of holiday cheer!

Momenti Launches Winter Dishes & Fresh Pasta Delivery

A gnocchi that's out of this world! Momenti launches new winter pastas and fresh pasta for delivery.

TAN Sichuan Cuisine Brings The Heat To Yu Gardens

If you ever find yourself hungry in Yu Gardens, TAN delivers a satisfyingly fiery dose of Sichuan cuisine.

Beyond the Pub: Yeats Elevates Irish Cuisine in Shanghai

Modern Irish bistro Yeats reimagines the classic comforts of Ireland with French technique and a subtle Chinese inflection.

Southern French with a Twist at Vacances

Located in Changning’s WYSH complex is Vacances, a restaurant dealing in Southern French cuisine with a localized twist.

Terroir Strong: Modern Northwest Chinese Cuisine in Xintiandi

New in Xintiandi is Terroir Strong, a contemporary Chinese restaurant via Beijing that’s highlighting the cuisine and produce of northwest China.

Spago Shanghai by Wolfgang Puck Opens on the Bund

Spago Shanghai by celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck opens — burning up social media feeds with its jaw-dropping skyline views.

Capri by Bottega: Napoli Pizza & Southern Italian Classics

New in Xintiandi, Capri by Bottega brings Naples' famed "cartwheel pizza" to Shanghai.

Sushi Oyama Shanghai: Omakase Masterchef Returns

Legendary omakase chef Takeo Oyama returns to Shanghai, reopening Sushi Oyama within Xintiandi Galleria. Detta!

Refined Italian: Savor Bella Vita Bistro's New Menu

New dishes of Fiorentina thick-cut steak and fresh paccheri pasta at Italian restaurant Bella Vita Bistro in Shanghai.

Feral Banh Mi: From Street Cart To Storefront

Feral Banh Mi, a tiny shop serving legitimately authentic Vietnamese sandwiches. From tricycle turned street cart to finding a home in Shanghai.

The Shanghai Scoop: Food & Drink News (November 2025)

Hikiniku To Come via Tokyo, The Dome on the Bund, Nono's Italian-Chinese, Harrods to close Shanghai private club and tea room.

Shanghai Legends: Raffe, Cantina Agave Turns 17

Founder Raffe Inbrahamian on the longevity of Cantina Agave, the longest standing Mexican restaurant in Shanghai.

La Diosa: Taco Tuesday, Brunch & Chilaquiles, Birria Sandwich

Mexican restaurant and bar La Diosa serves up Taco Tuesday, daily brunch dishes featuring chilaquiles, and a killer Birria Grilled Cheese Sandwich.

Refined Sichuan Cuisine at Chai Men Hui Shanghai

Elevated Sichuan food at Chai Men Hui in Shanghai — modernized but with traditional roots. Via Chengdu, where it holds a Michelin one-star.

Discover Shaoxing Cuisine at Yue Ji: Zhejiang's (Funky) Flavors

What exactly is Shaoxing cuisine? Try it at Yue Ji, a Shaoxing restaurant serving up the famed drunken, funky, and fermented flavors of the cuisine.

Best Shanghainese Restaurants in Shanghai

Seeking out the best Shanghainese restaurants in Shanghai? This is it. The best hong shao rou, crab roe rice, and scallion fish awaits.

La Pomme De Terre: Brunch by Day, Bistro by Night

Yongfu Lu is stirring back to life with La Pomme De Terre, a handsome restaurant that’s brunch by day and bistro by night in Shanghai's former French concession.

Award-Winning Cocktail Bars in Shanghai

The best cocktail bars in Shanghai with award-winning accolades from the 50 Best Bars.

Bella Vita: Exceptional 'Everyday Italian' in Shanghai

Bella Vita is a casual Italian restaurant in Shanghai dealing in delicious comfort food at refreshingly honest prices.

News: Villa 321 Le Bec to Open at The Bund, Shanghai

Beloved French restaurant Bistro 321 Le Bec is set to open a new location, Le Bec Bund in March 2026.

Yatai Ramen: A Japanese Noodle Cart in Xuhui

Straight out of Fukuoka's street food scene — a street stall serving up Japanese ramen and local noodles in Xuhui.

Ziko Kitchen: Life Hack For Imported Foods in China

Searching for quality meats, artisanal cheeses, or premium seafood but without the price tag? Ziko Kitchen offers some of the finest imported foods in China at flash-sale prices for your home.

Upperwood Super Lounge: Shisha & Bar, CUN Creative Dining

New in the Shanghai nightlife scene is Upperwood, a super lounge at INS in Fuxing Park that combines creative restaurant CUN, shisha, and cocktails all in one space.

Heat Meets Highballs: Laizhou Bar's New Sichuan Lineup

Laizhou Bar is doubling down on the season with a revamped menu of Sichuan-inspired dishes to complement their new lineup of whiskies.

DG CAFFÈ Dolce&Gabbana's First Cafe in Shanghai, China

Dolce&Gabbana opens its first cafe worldwide in Shanghai, China, bringing its signature brand of Italian maximalism with DG CAFFÈ.

Ribs & Schnitzel: Flambe Bistro's Austrian Comfort Food

An Austrian restaurant in Xintiandi that's all about grilled ribs and schnitzel.

Holy Good Canteen: Cantonese Chicken Hotpot in Shanghai

Holy Good Canteen is a Cantonese-style hotpot restaurant in Shanghai with a singular obsession: chicken.

Holy Bagel Opens 9th Store at Xintiandi Galleria

Shanghai homegrown bagel brand Holy Bagel is opening in Xintiandi, serving up authentic New York style bagels and sandwiches.

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.

Kyu-Hai: The Chicken Ramen Specialists

Kyu-Hai (玖杯) is a snug Japanese restaurant in Huangpu slinging chicken broth ramen, izakaya-style small plates, and yakitori skewers.

Best Sandwiches in Shanghai (Updated 2026)

Toasted bread stacked with all manner of glorious things — who doesn't love that? Here’s my list of the best places for 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.

Asia's 50 Best Bar Penicillin Opens in Shanghai

Introducing mad-scientist creativity and world-class cocktails. Asia's 50 Best Bar Penicillin opens in Shanghai, delivering high-caliber cocktails forged with a sustainable ethos.

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.

Hot Deals: Buffet at The St. Regis Brasserie

Buffet lunch and dinner! Steak of a deal: ¥158 for lunch (and brunch) plus free-flow included for dinner at ¥258.

Shanghai Must-Do: Old Jazz Band at the Fairmont Peace Hotel

A Shanghai institution: Catch the Old Jazz Band at The Fairmont Peace Hotel on the Bund. Guinness World Record holders playing seven nights a week.

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.

It's Back! Shanghai Burger Month 2025 — This May

Shanghai Burger Month is BACK from May 1 to May 31! Eat some epic burgers and enter a lucky draw to win some great prizes! More than ¥10,000 worth to giveaway!

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 Best Donuts in Shanghai

From baked and filled to fried and icing dusted, here are the best donuts in Shanghai. Made fresh daily at these cafes around town.

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.

Best Steakhouses in Shanghai

Discover some of the best steakhouses in Shanghai, featuring elegant establishments and hip downtown restaurants serving classic menus and creative sides.

Ochiyo Returns: Top-Tier Omakase in Shanghai

Excellent omakase at Ochiyo. Chef Sun-San continues to deliver an exceptional experience at his new location in Changning, Shanghai.

Noya: When Sukiyaki Meets Omakase

Ochiyo chef Sun-San opens Noya, a Japanese restaurant that does sukiyaki omakase set menus.

Alinta: A Charming Bistro Hidden Within An Old Shanghai Lane

Creative western bistro Alinta combines Australian dining culture with Asian inspired flavors. High points on ambiance and food.

Where To Stay In Shanghai: A Guide To The Best Districts (2026)

Where to stay in Shanghai and which districts are the best. A brief introduction of popular areas for tourists and new expats.

Sober Company Launches Sober Airways Tasting Menu

Award winning Shanghai cocktail bar Sober Company launches a new tasting menu — all aboard Sober Airways — a globetrotting food and drink pairing.

Burgers & Beef Bowls at Grinder

Grinder makes its third move to Wuyi Lu in Changning district. Burgers and beef topped rice bowls in a retro diner space.

Shanghai's Bird Hut: Cantonese Roasts Over Rice Done Right

Solid Cantonese roasts over rice from Bird Hut, from juicy goose to crispy pork belly. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Uni Shushi Shanghai: Excellent Omakase in Jing'an for ¥498 & ¥698

Intimate 12-seater omakase restaurant Uni Shushi in Jing’an, Shanghai, delivers quality sushi, affordably priced at ¥498 & ¥698. Sea urchin in your future!

1929 by Guillaume Galliot Shanghai: Refined French Cuisine with an Edge

1929 by Guillaume Galliot is a fine French restaurant (with an Asian twist) in Shanghai. A stellar pate en croute, Hot & Cold Onion Soup & Cordon Bleu.

Shanghai's Panini King: Salvatore Giammaria of Totino Panino

What does it take to make the perfect panini? Salvatore "Toto" Giammaria of Totino Panino has the answer — and a panini shop in Shanghai full of cult-favorite sandwiches to prove it.

Explained: Yee Sang / Lou Hei Prosperity Salad

Yee Sang or Lou Hei or Yu Sheng is a popular festive dish in Malaysia and Singapore, eaten during Chinese New Year for prosperity and luck.

Deal Hunting? Try KLAY's Lamb Leg Biryani Mondays

Modern Indian restaurant KLAY does a fantastic deal on Mondays: Lamb leg biryani for ¥199, enough for two to share!

Chef's Table: 8 1/2 Otto e Mezzo BOMBANA Shanghai

An exclusive dining experience in the kitchen at 8 1/2 Otto e Mezzo BOMBANA Shanghai, Michelin two-star Italian restaurant.

THE FIRE: Western Grill & Free-Flow Brunch in Jing'an

Creative twists on familiar favorites with Mediterranean influences at this Western grill in Jing'an. Free-flow brunch on weekends.

DG CAFFÈ: Excellent Pastas & Winter Dishes, Afternoon Tea

DG CAFFÈ by luxury brand Dolce&Gabbana delivers comforting Italian food in Shanghai worthy of high praise.

The Big List of Shanghai Restaurant Closures in 2024

More than 100 restaurants (that I know of) closed in 2024 in Shanghai. Big name brands pull out of China and familiar favorites end their run.

2024 In Review: Best New Restaurants & Favorite Meals

A recap of the past year’s new restaurant openings in Shanghai featured on Nomfluence, plus my favorite/most memorable meals of the year.

+PINK: Regional Vietnamese Cuisine from Saigon Mama

+PINK is a vibrant Vietnamese restaurant that expands beyond pho and banh mi. Don't miss the beef rib curry!

Ortensia Shanghai: French-Asian Fine Dining via Paris

Ortensia Shanghai is a fine dining restaurant with roots in Paris, where its original location holds a one Michelin star.

Han Kim Nam: No Frills Korean Comfort Food

No-nonsense Korean comfort food at Han Kim Nam. Hearty stews of Army Pot or with octopus and pork belly, plus Korean fried chicken and grilled meats.

Mammamia! Neapolitan Pizzeria: 14 Years of Italian Tradition

Mammamia is one of the longest running Neapolitan pizzerias and Italian restaurants in China. Award winning pizzas, fresh pastas, and Italian antipasti.

Best Restaurants For Sukiyaki in Shanghai

Looking for a good sukiyaki in Shanghai? Here are three of my top three restaurants for high-grade wagyu.

ZUP Pizza Bar Reopens: Thin-Crust Pizzas & Sandwiches

Community favorite ZUP Pizza Bar has reopened on Shaanxi Bei Lu. Hail, the return of Chicago grid-cut tavern-style thin pizzas, smash burgers, and garlic knots.

Cantonese-French Fusion at Canfa

What does a Cantonese-French mash-up look and taste like? Canfa attempts this fusion of cuisines and cultures.

Michelin Guide Shanghai 2025: Restaurants & Bib Gourmands

The Michelin Guide Shanghai 2025 awards 52 restaurants with stars and 30 with a Bib Gourmand. Vegetarian Chinese restaurant Fu He Hui climbs up to two stars.

Suzaku by Wisca: Cantonese Classics & Dim Sum

Wisca (惠食佳), a Cantonese restaurant via Guangzhou with Michelin acclaim brings their brand of Cantonese cuisine and dim sum to Shanghai.

Best Hairy Crab Restaurants in Shanghai

Looking for the best restaurants for hairy crab in Shanghai? From all-crab menus to crab topped noodles, here are some of the best the city has to offer.

Zegna Opens First-Ever Zegna Caffè in Shanghai

Italian luxury menswear brand Zegna opened its first-ever Zegna Caffè in Shanghai at HKRI Taikoo Hui. Aperitivo snacks, Northern Italian food, and Italian wine.

Kong Yi Ji: Shaoxing Specialty Dishes and Hairy Crab in Shanghai

Kong Yi Ji is a Chinese restaurant serving up Shaoxing cuisine, known for their white-cut chicken, pork belly with meigancai, Shaoxing wine, and hairy crab.

Tiffany Blue Box Cafe: More Than Just Afternoon Tea

Calling ladies who lunch, those looking for a fancy evening with your S.O., fans of Tiffany Blue, and deal hunters! Tiffany Blue Box Cafe is doing 60% off sets!

New Oh! Brunch Club at The Shanghai EDITION

Shanghai Tavern at The Shanghai EDITION launches an all-new brunch in collaboration with Finnish design house Marimekko. Brunch from ¥268, free-flow from ¥498!

4 Budget-Friendly Sushi Bars in Shanghai with Quality Fish

Don't want to commit to omakase? Here are four affordable sushi bar counters in Shanghai serving up quality fish for a casual meal. Good sushi for under ¥200!

Yuangu: Elegant Creative Chinese, Gorgeous Design

Yuangu Yunjing is a creative Chinese restaurant popular for its beautiful design aesthetic and afternoon tea. The food is excellent, as is the service.

TING by Frederic Jaros: Pastry-Inspired Fine Dining in Xintiandi

Through a concealed door at VERIE Bakehouse is TING, a pastry-inspired fine dining restaurant by Frédéric Jaros in Xintiandi.

Antique Garden: A Quirky, Curio-Filled Bar Near Sinan Mansions

Near Sinan Mansions is Antique Garden, a cafe-bar established in 2006. It’s a quirky space filled with curio trinkets and has a unique cocktail bar setting.

Hanok: A Cool Korean Bar & Eatery in Jing'an

Hanok is visually enticing Korean bar and eatery in Jing'an that deals in seltzers, cocktails, and Korean spirits. A slick yet casual space with upbeat ambiance.

Mediterranean Fusion at Mona, Fotografiska Shanghai Museum

Mona is a Mediterranean fusion bistro on the ground floor of Fotografiska Shanghai, a high-profile contemporary museum in Jing'an.

Bottega Opens in Jing'an! Garden Terrace & New Pizzas

Award-winning Neapolitan pizza maestros Bottega has opened its second Shanghai location in Jing’an district! New pizzas and a beautiful garden-facing terrace.

Bela Fiesta: Filipino Food Cravings Sorted at M50

Bela Fiesta is currently the only restaurant dedicated to Filipino food in Shanghai, serving up regional cuisine at Shanghai’s M50 Art District.

Here's a Solid (And Cheap) Dim Sum Restaurant in Shanghai

Found! A solid Chinese restaurant for dim sum in Shanghai: Han Lin Xuan. It’s tasty AND cheap. Dim sum is served daily.

The Best Peking Duck in Shanghai

Crispy skinned with tender meat and rich flavor. Here some of the best restaurants for Peking Duck in Shanghai at different price points.

Jade on 36 Unveils New Summer Menu by Chef Olivier Pistre

Jade on 36 launches a new summer menu courtesy of chef Olivier Pistre. Celebrate an occasion with modern French cuisine and a Shanghai skyline view.

Lawry's Shanghai: More Than Just Prime Rib, Free-Flow Brunch

Famed prime rib steakhouse Lawry’s Shanghai has just launched new dishes! Check out what’s fresh and hot at this dining institution — more than just prime rib on the menu.

COA Shanghai Returns: Agave Cocktails From Asia's 50 Best Team

Agave spirits cocktail bar COA Shanghai has reopened on Fuxing Zhong Lu.

Wine Cocktails at Swirl, The Latest From SG Group

Swirl is the newest cocktail bar by the SG Group, serving up wine cocktails that are “not shaken, not stirred, just swirled.”

100% Approved: Secret Flavor for Malaysian Food in Shanghai (Moved)

Secret Flavor is a Malaysian restaurant in Shanghai that has long been on my to-eat list, and as a Malaysian, I’m proud to say that it is 100% approved!

Barules Shakes Up The Shanghai Cocktail Scene

Veteran bartender Sam Kuan returns to reopen Barules, shaking up the Shanghai cocktail scene with hyper-creative custom drinks in an energetic space.

Chef Tom Ryu Opens NABI Shanghai For Modern Korean

NABI is a contemporary Korean restaurant by Tom Ryu, a chef and restaurateur that is leading the charge with inventive Korean cuisine in Shanghai.

American Barbecue Restaurant Smokin' Hog Opens in Jing'an

Barbecue brand Smokin’ Hog has graduated from delivery-only to a full restaurant in Jing’an. Smoked brisket, ribs, and pulled pork, ahoy!

Oliang Bangkok Bistro for Thai Food in Shanghai

Oliang Bangkok Bistro is a low-key casual Thai restaurant with food that is a cut above. Thai favorites and new discoveries on the menu.

Worth The Queue: Thai Boat Noodles in Shanghai

A Thai boat noodle shop in Shanghai that's all the rage — for good reason! A rich beef bone broth noodle with beef, meatballs, and tendons.

Casual Nepalese Restaurant Newa Opens in Jing'an

Newa serves up casual Nepalese food in a quiet corner of Jing'an. Ethnic foods from the Newari people like choila and a nostalgic thali set.

Parlay: Gut-Busting American Barbecue in Shanghai

Parlay is a sports bar and American barbecue restaurant in Jing’an. Gut-busting smoked brisket and fat stacked burgers at your new "local."

The Best Oyster Deals in Shanghai

Bang for your buck! Here are six of the best oyster deals in Shanghai to help you enjoy these briny mollusks on a budget.

Odelice Shanghai: Brunch of Crepes, Galettes & French Classics

Brunch for under ¥100 at French café Odelice Shanghai. Crepes, galettes, and French classics at this terraced restaurant on Xinle Lu.

YONE Modern Japanese: The Shanghai EDITION X SG Group

Modern Japanese restaurant & bar YONE at The Shanghai EDITION, backed by award-winning bartender Shingo Gokan and chef Fumio Yonezawa.

Terrakota Shanghai: Weekend Brunch in the Glasshouse

Terrakota Shanghai does brunch! A Mediterranean sharing menu with free-flow in the gorgeous glasshouse dining room in Jing'an.

Scarpetta Shanghai: Exquisite Pastas & Pizzas

Shanghai's long-standing Italian restaurant Scarpetta undergoes a rebirth, dishing up Italian handmade pastas and luxurious pizzas.

Newly Opened Artyzen NEW BUND 31 Shanghai Hotel in Qiantan, Pudong

New boutique hotel Artyzen NEW BUND 31 Shanghai at Qiantan, Pudong boasts gorgeous terraces and Neri&Hu designed interiors.

Shanghai Burger Month 2024 | May 1 - May 31

Shanghai Burger Month is back! Are you ready? 12 restaurants, 12 burgers, 1 burger passport — eat burgers and win some big prizes!

Totino Panino: A Sandwich Haven For The Best Paninis in Shanghai

Totino Panino is a panini shop with a cult following in Shanghai. The sandwiches are considered the best Italian-style paninis in the city.

Cages Launches BBQ Saturdays and The Beefzilla

Cages does BBQ on Saturdays — American-style barbecue and a monster of a “sandwich” called The Beefzilla, 800 grams of meat between toast.

Epermarket: Shanghai Online Grocer's BIG Spring Sale

Shanghai expat's favorite online grocer Epermarket is back with their spring sale! Shop online for imported goods — delivered to your door.

Pony Up: A Lively Cocktail Bar by Bartender Dre Yang

Bartender-operator Dre Yang opens Pony Up, his first independent cocktail bar in Shanghai, pouring fun signatures & twists on classics.

Cellar To Table Wows, Francesco Bonvini's New Menu

Cellar To Table impresses with a new menu from executive chef Francesco Bonvini. Highlights see dry-aged whole fish and handmade pastas.

Contemporary Chinese in Shanghai: Cila for Xibei Cuisine

Cila is a contemporary Chinese restaurant inspired by Xibei cuisine from northwestern China. Charcoal grilling, lamb, and spices.

Jerky Boyz: Shanghai's Own Beef Jerky Brand

Shanghai home-grown jerky brand Jerky Boyz is now available throughout China! American-style jerky for your guilty snacking pleasure.

Champagne Free-Flow Brunch at Scena di Angelo Shanghai

Brunch at Scena di Angelo at The Ritz Pudong. A great value semi-buffet Mediterranean brunch for ¥398 with free-flow starting from ¥180.

Swiss Butchery Shanghai: Get Your Steaks Here, It's Barbecue Season!

Fire up the grill for barbecue season! Get your thick cut steaks and sausages from Swiss Butchery, Shanghai's best butcher.

Terrakota Shanghai: A Mediterranean Haven in Jing’an

Vibrant restaurant Terrakota brings Mediterranean cuisine to Jing’an, Shanghai. A stylish crowd, a gorgeous space and fantastic food.

San Lin Tang: A Shanghai Gem For Braised Pork Noodles

A 40-year-old Shanghai noodle and dumpling shop in Huangpu, dishing up delicious noodles with braised meat and fat pork-filled dumplings.

Famed Steakhouse Lawry's The Prime Rib Opens in Shanghai

Dining institution and famed steakhouse Lawry’s The Prime Rib opens Changning district, Shanghai. Standing rib roast enthusiasts, look out!

Wine-Stewed Eel at Wenzhou Restaurant SoGood

Try Wenzhou's treasured dishes at SoGood, a cozy bistro in Shanghai. Wine-stewed eel, glutinous rice, and braised pomfret.

Exploring Chaozhou "Da Leng" Food at Chiuchow Darling

Chiuchow Darling is a Chinese restaurant in Shanghai that serves Chaozhou cuisine with an emphasis on “da leng” cold dishes.

(Anything But) Sub Standard: Sandwich & Pizza Shop in Jing'an

New on Wanhangdu Lu in Jing'an is Sub Standard, a hole-in-the-wall churning out excellent sandwiches and pizzas by Jason Oakley.

Babar: Trendy Fusion Restaurant & Wine Bar On Donghu Lu

Babar is a fusion restaurant and wine bar located on the hip ‘n happening Donghu Lu strip. French and Asian influences and wines by the glass.

New Dishes That Impress at Bella Vita Bistro Italian Restaurant

Downright soulful Italian dishes of slow-cooked pork head, house-made spaghetti with tuna, and an off-menu sautéed cappelletti.

Diner Cravings at RIINK: Burgers, Pancakes & Shakes

​A friendly Jing’an spot for comforting diner food of burgers, breakfast plates, and nostalgic shakes with entertainment of roller skating.

The Holy Grail of Sukiyaki Meals with A5 Wagyu

Osaka-style sukiyaki, the holy grail of sukiyaki meals, served with A5 wagyu. Eat it at Ri He, located at Arch Walk mall in Gubei, Shanghai.

A Dozen Okonomiyaki at Late-Night Spot Himari in Gubei

Seeking out the beloved Japanese pancake okonomiyaki at late-night restaurant Himari in Shanghai's Gubei district.

Tonkatsu Find: Thick-Cut Deep-Fried Pork Cutlets in Gubei

The hunt for crispy fried pork cutlets brings us to Shizuoka Katsu, tonkatsu specialists located in Shanghai's Gubei area.

FuXing Bakery for Pastries, All-Day Brunch & Bistro Food

Back at Fuxing Park for pastries, and all-day brunch and bistro food at FuXing Bakery. A cozy dining room, a good burger, and apple pie.

Cheap Tempura in Shanghai at Japanese Chain Ebinoya

Cheap and satisfying tempura sets at Ebinoya — a bowl of prawn, fish, eel, egg, and veg for just ¥50! Three locations in Shanghai.

Sushi Bar Ichi Roll For Inexpensive Hand Roll Sushi

Ichi Roll is a casual Japanese sushi bar and restaurant serving up hand roll sushi in Shanghai. Casual, no-frills, and affordable.

Les Halles: An Artisanal French Butchery & Restaurant in Shanghai

Les Halles is a French-style butchery, deli, and restaurant located in Xuhui. House-cased sausages, steaks, and quintessential French fare.

San Bai Bei "三佰杯" Brings Shanghai Closer To Ningbo

More pub than restaurant, San Bai Bei dishes up Ningbo cuisine and seafood in a fantastically frenetic atmosphere in Jing'an, Shanghai.

URA: When Contemporary Chinese Meets Basque Influences

URA is a contemporary restaurant that pushes the limits of combining Chinese cuisine with Basque influences.

Bakery Trifle Takes Advantage of Shanghai's City Walk Craze

Trending bakery Trifle draws a hip 'n' cool crowd seeking fresh baked breads and pastries while on their "city walk" of Shanghai.

The First Zootopia Land Opens at Shanghai Disneyland

An exclusive look inside Zootopia Disneyland Shanghai, Disney's first ever Zootopia themed park opens December 20.

The Ultimate Guide To Christmas Markets in Shanghai 2023

More than a dozen Christmas markets in Shanghai! Explore stalls for festive food & drink and shop for local crafts & gifts all through the holidays.

Michelin Guide Shanghai 2024: Full List of Restaurants & Bib Gourmands

The Michelin Guide Shanghai 2024 awards 51 restaurants with stars. Five new entries in the one-star category.

Sakaba Malabar: A Spanish Restaurant with a Japanese Twist

Sakaba Malabar is a sleek and stylish restaurant and bar on Wuding Lu serving up Spanish food with a Japanese twist.

3 Underground Bars in Shanghai: Tang, Cave, Hole In The Wall

Three super under-the-radar bars catering to Shanghai's subculture. An after-hours place with beds, one for metal heads, and open mic nights.

Fat Pho: Hip & Trendy Vietnamese Restaurant Chain For Affordable Noods

Fat Pho, a fast-casual Vietnamese restaurant chain in Shanghai (and beyond) lauded for its tasty noodle soups, consistency, and affordability.

Hong Shou Fang (鸿寿坊): A New Food & Drink Hub in Putuo, Shanghai

Newly opened in Shanghai's Putuo district is Hong Shou Fang (鸿寿坊), a commercial hub that boasts more than 60 restaurants, bars, and cafes.

Shanghai Institution RAW Eatery, Terrific Josper-Fired Steaks & Seafood

RAW is a Shanghai institution that has been captivating diners since 2016. Josper-fired steaks and seafood, and a fantastic ambiance.

Scena di Angelo, Michelin-Starred Angelo Agliano Comes To Shanghai

Chef of Michelin one-star Tosca di Angelo (HK) brings Mediterranean cuisine and Italian coastal flavors to The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong.

Parisian Charm at Mignon 9, A Cute Bistro on Wuyuan Lu

Mignon 9 serves up contemporary French food with a twist in a stylish yet casual space in Xuhui. Approachable food and great atmosphere.

Shanghai Bund Nightlife: Exit Bar Rouge Enter KEV

What ever happened to Shanghai's iconic Bund nightlife spots Bar Rouge and M1NT? Here's what opened in their place.

FOTY, A Mono-Product Bakery Devoted to Kouign Amann

FOTY (From Oven To You) is a mono-product bakery in Shanghai that specializes in Kouign Amann, a beloved pastry from Brittany, France.

TonTon: Fantastical Pastries and Killer Sandwiches at This Shanghai Bakery

TonTon is a bakery and sandwich shop on Yongkang Lu. Delicious pastries, loaded sandwiches, and baked goodies galore.

Black Salt, Casual Indian in K11 Shanghai by Currify & Lotus Land

Black Salt is a casual Indian restaurant by the group behind Lotus Land and Currify, two long-standing Indian restaurants in Shanghai.

PINK OYSTER, An Oyster Degustation at The Waldorf Astoria Shanghai

The Waldorf Astoria Shanghai launches PINK OYSTER, an intimate 8-seater bar with an all-oyster degustation menu at the historical Long Bar.

Suzie's Garden Is This Season's Hot New Opening

Suzie’s Garden is Shanghai's hottest new restaurant. The stunning villa locale woos with impressive food; order the dry-aged pigeon paella.

20 Years of Azul! Interview with Chef-Founder Eduardo Vargas

Shanghai's Latin-Spanish restaurant Azul celebrates its 20th anniversary, a momentous milestone for Eduardo Vargas’ flagship brand.

Mexican Restaurant & Bar Chihuahua for the Best Tacos in Shanghai

The very best of Mexican street food, and in my opinion, the best tacos in Shanghai at Chihuahua Mexican restaurant and bar.

The Pine: Chinese-French Fine Dining in a Garden Villa

Elegant “Chinese-style French cuisine” in a garden villa on Changle Lu. Seasonal set menus that marry the best of both worlds.

Wanghong Worthy: Queuing Up For Hamburger Rice in Xujiahui

People are queuing up for Rou Rou Da Mi (肉肉大米), a Japanese fast-food restaurant with a single menu item. The dish? Hamburger rice.

The Latina Story: 25 Years of Brazilian Churrasco in Shanghai

Shanghai institution Latina Brazilian Steakhouse celebrates an astounding 25 years. Haven't been to Latina? It's about time you did.

Tofu Village: Fresh Tofu at this Chaoxian Restaurant in Hongqiao

Tofu Village (豆腐村) is a Chaoxian restaurant in Hongqiao, Shanghai. Fresh tofu made the traditional way, a whole block for just ¥40.

Levi's Stroopwaffles Brings Dutch Cookies To The Shanghai Masses

Levi's Stroopwaffles brings the popular Dutch biscuit-cookie to the Shanghai masses with a brick-and-mortar in Jing'an.

Best Fried Chicken in Shanghai

Craving fried chicken? Me too. Here are some of the best fried chickens I’ve found in Shanghai, featuring Korean and American-style!

A Pilgrimage To "A Yue Bao" for Hongshao Pork Hock

Head to A Yue Bao, a Chinese restaurant famous for their lip-smacking red braised whole pork hock aka Hongshao Tipang.

Cheers Burger: Queuing for Street-Side Burgers, Worth It?

Online sensation Cheers Burger draws queues all weekend long. Here is what's on the menu at this hole-in-the-wall burger joint in Xuhui.

Ren He Guan For Excellent Shanghainese Food & The Best Hong Shao Rou

Ren He Guan (人和馆) is an excellent Shanghainese restaurant in Shanghai. A Michelin one-star with an average check of ¥250 per person.

Best Destinations For Afternoon Tea in Shanghai

From rooftops to famed hotel lobbies to iconic teatime brands, here are the best destinations for afternoon tea in Shanghai.

The Best of Xibo: Xinjiang Classics & Lamb in Shanghai

Hunting for Xinjiang food in Shanghai? Head to Xibo for curated specialties of lamb skewers, stews, mushrooms, fresh baked naans, and more.

Roof Garden Reopens at The Shanghai EDITION with Free-Flow

The Shanghai EDITION has reopened the Roof Garden, launching a daytime free-flow for those looking to get buzzed while lounging the day away.

Where To Eat Guotie & Shengjian Bao in Shanghai

The differences between deliciously greasy Chinese snacks shengjian bao and guotie, and where to eat them in Shanghai.

BBQ & Free-Flow at Terrace 8, The Portman Ritz-Carlton

Terrace 8 at The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai is reopening for the al fresco season, serving up barbecue and free-flow champagne & beer.

Bella Vita Bistro Brunch: Fresh Pastas on the Terrace

Italian restaurant Bella Vita Bistro has just launched a new brunch menu, highlighting fresh made pastas with free-flow. Dine on the terrace!

Michelin 3-Star Taian Table Shanghai: 40 Menus To Date

Taian Table is a Michelin three-star restaurant in Shanghai founded by acclaimed chef Stefan Stiller. My #1 recommendation for fine dining.

Buffet Brunch at YICAFE, Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai

One of the biggest brunch buffets in Shanghai. YICAFE has more than 10 live cooking stations and dozens of cuisines. Get it for ¥388 with free-flow beer.

Cabaret Lounge Candor Reopens: Burlesque, Cocktails & Bites

Glamorous burlesque lounge Candor reopens at the Lyceum Theatre, bringing back live performances with cocktails and food.

Guang Fan For Cheap Cantonese Food in Shanghai

Guang Fan (廣范) is a cheap-as-chips Cantonese restaurant in Jing'an, Shanghai. Fan favorites from dim sum to whole steamed fish.

Brunch at Shanghai Tavern, The EDITION Shanghai

Shanghai Tavern at The EDITION Shanghai has a new weekend semi-buffet brunch with oysters, eggs benedicts, and free-flow included for ¥468!

A Classy Shanghai Brunch: Jade on 36 with Free-Flow Champagne

Jade on 36 is a brunch destination for a classy occasion, serving set menu of re-imagined French dishes with free-flow champagne.

Goose Island Beer Company Expands in Shanghai with "Taproom"

Satellite bars Goose Island Taproom to open across China. A dozen beers on tap, Chicago-inspired bar bites, and hella good deals on brews.

Popular Wine Bar Fenoli Opens Second Location in Jing'an

Fenoli, a wine bar on Sinan Lu expands with a second location in Jing’an. Creative small plates and grill dishes to share.

Seafood Market Dinner Buffet at The Waldorf Astoria Shanghai

The Waldorf Astoria Shanghai has launched a Seafood Market Dinner Buffet, serving every Friday and Saturday evening. Seafood, cooked to order!

Best Scallion Pancakes (Cong You Bing) in Shanghai

Looking for the best scallion pancakes in Shanghai? From street carts to popular chains, here's where to eat the savory Chinese snack.

​Bella Vita Jing’an: Solid Pizzas & Generous Grill Platters

Bella Vita is a casual Italian restaurant in Jing’an that does good, simple, and tasty Italian comfort food—pizzas, pastas & grilled meats.

Ling Long Shanghai: Chinese Fine Dining by Chef Jason Liu

Chef Jason Liu of Michelin and Asia's 50 Best fame opens Ling Long Shanghai, a contemporary Chinese fine dining restaurant.

Portman's Restaurant Semi-Buffet Lunch with Free-Flow

Portman’s Restaurant has a semi-buffet lunch starting from ¥248, and new Southeast Asian-inspired dishes for dinner. Free-flow packages, too.

Sunday Seafood Buffet at The Waldorf Astoria Shanghai

The Waldorf Astoria Shanghai has just launched a new Sunday brunch that’s all about seafood from freshly shucked oysters to poached lobsters.

Michelin-Starred Lunch at 8 ½ Otto e Mezzo BOMBANA, Shanghai

8 ½ Otto e Mezzo BOMBANA is a Michelin two-star Italian restaurant in Shanghai. Don't have deep pockets? Try the lunch to whet your palate.

Shanghai F&B Superwomen: Twins Mimi and Tiantian Wang

Co-founders Mimi Wang of popular cafe RAC and Tiantian Wang of national dorayaki chain Ze-Tian. Twins in the same industry share their story.

Shanghai F&B Superwomen: Shinohara "Nana" Noriko, Co-Founder of Bottega Shanghai

Nana is the co-founder & CEO of BFB Group that runs ultra-popular Neapolitan pizza restaurant Bottega, which just opened in Shanghai.

Shanghai F&B Superwomen: Ting Ting Liang, RIINK & ROXIE

Ting Ting Liang is the founder of roller-disco resto-bar RIINK and bar ROXIE. She tells of her ups and downs, and her plans for the future.

Shanghai F&B Superwomen: Ling Huang, Chef-Founder of Pirata Tapas Bar

Ling Huang is the chef-founder of tapas bar Pirata, where she serves an unconventional and unique form of Spanish-inspired food.

Shanghai F&B Superwomen: Atina Kuo, Founder of Xibo Restaurant & Bar

Atina Kuo has been operating Xibo Restaurant & Bar in Shanghai since 2009. Her work mission: to preserve her Xibonese heritage through food.

Shanghai F&B Superwomen: Bartender-Founder Ana Souza, Post No Bills

Interview with Shanghai-based bartender-operator Ana Souza, founder of "dive chic" cocktail bar Post No Bills. This is her story.

Shanghai F&B Superwomen: Danyi Gao, Shake & Bun Cha Cha

Shanghai-based chef-founder Danyi Gao talks about her origin story, the effects of Covid and lockdown, and future projects.

Destination Italian: Bella Vita Bistro Shanghai

Bella Vita Bistrò is a traditional Italian restaurant in Xuhui. Unadulterated Italian dishes in a villa with a spacious rooftop terrace.

3 New Openings: Toasty by O'Mills, Gui Bistro, Laduree Shanghai Flagship

O'Mills expands to Jing'an, Guangxi food at Gui Bistro at the Jing'an Kerry Center, and Ladurée opens its Shanghai flagship.

Guizhou Food in Shanghai: Shan Shi Liu 山石榴

Delicious Guizhou food for under ¥150 at this popular restaurant chain in Shanghai. Sour-spicy soups, fiery stir-frys & comforting noodles.

FLAIR: Shanghai’s Iconic Rooftop Bar Back in Business

Shanghai's most iconic rooftop restaurant & bar FLAIR reopens! Dazzling interiors, spectacular views and cocktails. Get 50% off champagne!

3 New Openings: ma-ia-ki, Oliang Bangkok Bistro, Efes

Vos Families group opens yakitori restaurant ma-ia-ki, Thai restaurant Oliang Bangkok Bistro, and Turkish restaurant Efes expands to Puxi.

Mozzarella e Vino: Cheese, Deli and Dutch Pancakes

Mozzarella e Vino is a European restaurant in Xuhui that specializes in cheese, serving up general western fare and brunch.

Bottega Shanghai Now Open! Devilishly Delicious Pizzas & Italian Comfort Food

Bottega, purveyor of Neapolitan pizzas and Italian comfort bites is now open in Shanghai! Italian comfort food and excellent vibes.

La Scala's Black Pearl Tasting Menu & New Seasonal Dishes

La Scala Italian restaurant welcomes new chef de cuisine Enrico De Martino, who's just added a tasting menu to show his chops.

High Yaki The Sea: Yakiniku Restaurant Rides The Wave

High Yaki The Sea — A seafood-centric grill restaurant in Shanghai from popular yakiniku restaurants High Yaki and Hundo.

Michelin Guide Shanghai 2023: Full List, Bib Gourmands, Selected Restaurants

The Michelin Guide Shanghai 2023 selection was announced on December 15, awarding a total of 50 restaurants with stars.

The New RAC Allee: Dinner & Wine in The Chalet

RAC has just expanded to Jing'an with a third location, RAC Allée, serving dinner at a gorgeous rooftop destination.

With Love From Chiang Mai: New Dishes at URBAN Café

Stellar Thai restaurant URBAN Café at The Sukhothai Shanghai launches new winter menu of Chiang Mai dishes.

Pasha For Excellent Turkish Food & Steaks in Shanghai

Explore Turkish cuisine at Pasha, one of few Turkish restaurants in Shanghai. Platters of meats and kebabs, steaks, and zesty seafood salads.

Cocktail Bars in Shanghai: The Upper Room & Dentree

Bund-side bar The Upper Room to serve a revolving cocktail menu by the J.Boroski team, and Dentree, a sustainable project with drinks by Hope & Sesame.

Latest Bites: Shake, Sui Tang Li, Smokin' Hog

House of funk and soul Shake reopens, Sui Tang Li launches a Dassai sake pairing menu, and American-style barbecue delivered by Smokin' Hog.

3 New Restaurants in Shanghai: The Merchants, Charbon, Drunk Lee Bistro

Open-flame grilling and dry-aged fish and fowl at The Merchants, Paul Pairet opens Charbon, a casual grill serving skewers and sundaes in iapm.

3 New Openings in Shanghai: Restaurant Fu, KRU On Tap, Huata

The OHA Group opens Restaurant Fu, a traditional Cantonese restaurant, The Flask Group opens bistro-bar KRU On Tap, and upscale Spanish restaurant Huata.

Bastard: Hip & Trendy Contemporary Chinese Restaurant in Shanghai

This season’s hyped up new opening in Shanghai is Bastard, a contemporary Chinese restaurant in Jing'an by chef Michael Janczewski.

Playful Rum-Based Drinks at Cocktail Bar Sugar Area

Sugar Area is a rum-focused cocktail bar near Tianzifang led by award winning bartender Jackie Lo. Havana bar party vibes.

Rumor For Yoshoku, Japanese-Western Foods Like Hamburger Steak

Rumor is a tiny café brimming with character that does yoshoku, a style of Japanese cuisine influenced by western/non-Japanese food.

ZUP Pizza Bar Brings Chicago Tavern-Style Pizzas to Shanghai

ZUP is a pizza bar in Shanghai that specializes in Chicago tavern-style pizzas. Thin crusts with tasty toppings in a hip, downtown location.

Ready Cep Go! Mushroom Madness at The Nest

The Nest has just launched a new seasonal menu that spotlights mushrooms sourced from Yunnan. Here's what you should be eating this season.

IT'S BACK! Shanghai Burger Month 2022 | Sept 1-30

Shanghai Burger Month is an annual event from September 1 to 30 by Nomfluence. Grab your Burger Passport, eat some epic burgers, and win some great prizes!

Fan Favorite Spanish Restaurant Pirata For Tapas & Paella in Shanghai

Pirata is a Spanish restaurant and tapas bar by Chef Ling Huang. It is a fan favorite of many seeking tapas and paella in Shanghai.

Flambe: Viennese Restaurant in Shanghai for Grilled Meats

Flambe is a Viennese restaurant in Xintiandi serving up flame-grilled ribs and sausage, and traditional Austrian dishes like schnitzel and goulash.

MUST Grill for Steaks, French Classics & Burgers

MUST Wine & Grill is a French restaurant in Shanghai serving steaks & French classics. They've just celebrated their 10-year anniversary! Get 20% off wine.

Cuivre: A Favorite For French Food in Shanghai

Cuivre is a 10-year-strong restaurant in Shanghai that serves unadulterated French food. Huge summer deals: Tomahawk steaks and seafood platters, 50% off.

Conrad Shanghai Opens in Landmark Building in People's Square

Conrad Hotels & Resorts makes its Shanghai debut with Conrad Shanghai in People’s Square, boasting 728 rooms and four restaurants and bars.

New Menu at URBAN Café Brings Chiang Mai to Shanghai

Thai Chef Anchalee Luadkham at The Sukhothai Shanghai unlocks the secret to Chiang Mai's vibrant and eclectic cuisine with a whole new menu.

Yaya's Shanghai: Fresh Pasta With A Chinese Spin

New in Jing’an is Yaya’s, a pasta bar that's churning out fresh strands of bliss, finishing them with sauces peppered with Chinese flavors and ingredients.

2 New Menus: Tomatito, O'Mills Light

Tomatito serves up some excellent tapas (plenty of them vegan and delicious) and seafood and O'Mills Light does low-carb and gluten-free pizzas.

Where To Eat Ceviche in Shanghai

To combat the summer heat, here are 4 restaurants in Shanghai where you can eat ceviche, the raw fish “salad” from Latin America, namely Peru.

Highline's Signature Prime Rib, Only ¥288 This March

Highline is bringing back their signature Prime Rib with a killer deal—¥288 for a 250g prime cut steak, available every Thursday to Saturday this March.

Crave: Comforting Bistro Fare At This Intimate Wine Bar

Café and wine bar Crave adds a comforting bistro fare for dinner, featuring small plates of duck puff pastries and fantastic bavette steak.

Cocktail Bar Black Rock Shanghai, A Citadel of Whisky

Black Rock Shanghai is no ordinary whiskey-specialized cocktail bar, but rather a citadel of whisky for novices and connoisseurs alike.

Xibo: A Xinjiang Food Feast, Exploring Ethnic Cuisine

Xibo is a smart casual Xinjiang restaurant in Shanghai. It is a long-standing favorite that serves a fantastically colorful range of ethnic Xinjiang dishes.

Sangou Japanese Restaurant: Modern Omakase, Yakitori & Tempura (Closed)

Sangou is a creative high-end Japanese restaurant in Gubei, Shanghai. It’s a three-pronged concept, serving omakase, yakitori, and tempura.

Fafu For Excellent Korean Barbecue in Jing'an (Open Till Late)

Fafu is a Korean barbecue restaurant in Jing'an, Shanghai — KBBQ that's almost as good as the ones in K-town. Opens till late.

Borsh & Kompot: A Mom-n-Pop Slavic Cafe in Shanghai

Borsh & Kompot is a cozy Slavic restaurant and bar in Shanghai. Home-style Russian and Ukranian food, kompot drinks, and house-infused vodkas.

​2 New Openings: Cages Huangpu, O'Mills Light

lavic restaurant and bar Borsh & Kompot, Cages opens a second location at One East mall near West Bund, and O'Mills has another outpost in Xingfu Lu.

Loushang: Late Night Cantonese-Style Hotpot in Shanghai

Loushang Hotpot (楼上火锅) is an upmarket Cantonese-style hotpot restaurant in Shanghai that specializes in fresh seafood. Oh, and it’s open until 4am.

New & Hot: Juke, A Neighborhood Eatery on Dongping Lu

Juke is an intimate 18-seater neighborhood eatery on Dongping Lu serving a chef-driven menu of Mediterranean food with Asian accents alongside wines.

Favorite New Restaurants in Shanghai From 2021

A round-up of my favorite new restaurant openings in Shanghai from the past year, plus a shortlist of notable mentions. A good recap of 2021.

4 Winter Menus: Cuivre, High Yaki, Colca, Highline

Hearty winter warming dishes from seafood stew to beef bourguignon, revisiting one of my favorite yakiniku restaurants, and a festive afternoon tea.

Casual Yunnan Restaurant Slurp & Sip For Noodles and More

Yunnan staple Slurp opens a casual eatery on Yanping Lu, an oden bar in the lane across The Cannery, and a French-Japanese bistro in Yongping Li.

Where to Eat Raclette & Fondue in Shanghai

Raclette and fondue, both oh-so cheesy and equally delicious. Here's a list of restaurants in Shanghai that serve them, plus links on how to DIY at home.

New Winter Menu at La Scala, The Sukhothai Shanghai

Italian restaurant La Scala at The Sukhothai Shanghai has a new winter menu, featuring a wild mushroom paccheri pasta and a roasted venison loin.

Michelin Guide Shanghai 2022: Taian Table Receives 3 Stars

The 2022 Shanghai Michelin Guide awards 47 restaurants with stars. Here's the full list of Michelin-starred restaurants, along with Bib Gourmands & Plates.

New & Hot: Caminetto Italian Restaurant

Caminetto is a modern Italian restaurant in Shanghai with a local twist, led by chef-patron Kelvin Chai, former executive chef at Mercato.

Pizza News: Homeslice Summer 2021 and A Good Cause

Homeslice Shanghai launches three new pizzas for the summer 2021 menu. Plus: Nomfluence's pork satay pizza raised ¥19,000 for charity!

Shanghai Burger Month: Deals & Happy Hours

Featuring some of the best burgers in Shanghai, here are additional deals and happy hours at 12 restaurants for Shanghai Burger Month.

Authentic Chef-Led Thai Food at The Sukhothai Shanghai

Chef de Cuisine Rosarin Sriprathum from Celadon Restaurant, The Sukhothai Bangkok does modern Thai menu at URBAN Café, The Sukhothai Shanghai.

Shanghai Burger Month 2021 by Nomfluence

Shanghai Burger Month is an entire month dedicated to burgers! Grab your burger passport and eat your way through 12 burgers and win cash prizes!

New & Hot: Sakaba Malabar for Spanish-Japanese Food & Drink

Introducing Sakaba Malabar, a sleek restaurant and bar in Jing'an that blends Spanish tapas with Japanese cuisine alongside sakes, cocktails, and wine.

Vita Nostra Sunday Brunch at The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong

Scena Italian Restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong has a semi-buffet Sunday brunch dedicated to Italian cuisine—pizzas, pastas, steaks, and more!

2 New Restaurants: Pici and Ember

New restaurants in Shanghai: Pici, a fresh pasta bar via Hong Kong, Soi Thai for Thai street food, and Ember for beef omakase and lots of wagyu.

Weekend Seafood Dinner Buffet at Portman's Restaurant

Portman’s Restaurant has a seafood dinner buffet featuring dishes from sashimi to Singaporean chili seafood platters. Dinner is ¥488 with free-flow drinks.

Azul Italiano: Italian-Inspired Comfort Food in Shanghai

Azul Italiano is an Italian-inspired restaurant, brought to you by the people behind Azul and Colca, located in Sinar Mas Plaza, Hongkou, Shanghai.

Shanghai's Modern Indian Restaurant KLAY Spices Up The Dining Scene

Contemporary Indian cuisine by chef Hardeep Somal draws adoring loyalists. Big flavors and good fun at this this Jing'an restaurant.

Inside Xintiandi's The Roof aka The Red Building

The Roof aka the “Red Building” is a newly opened lifestyle hub in Xintiandi, Shanghai. Here's a guide to the restaurants, bars, and cafes in the building.

5 Highlights: New Menus & New Dishes in Shanghai

A chef's menu at Sui Tang Li, new menus from Italian restaurants Acqua and Niko Romito, an ice cream sandwich at Cantina, and a lobster roll at Le Daily.

Weekend Free-Flow at Starbucks Reserve Roastery Shanghai

Starbucks Reserve Roastery Shanghai launches an all-you-can-drink and eat deal for the weekend. Unlimited drinks and food for ¥398 on Friday and Saturday.

Pop-Up: Banana Leaf Party by Nomfluence on June 23

Dai Feast! Yunnan Food at Ronglek in Jing’an, Shanghai

Tucked away on the sleepy part of Yanping Lu in Jing'an is Ronglek, a humble Yunnan restaurant specializes in dishes from Shangri-La and Xishuangbanna.

The Best Korean Cold Noodles in Shanghai at Pojeong

When you get a hankering for Korean cold noodles, you must go to Pojeong. This is the best restaurant in Shanghai for these delightfully icy soup noodles.

Get Caffeinated! 8 Coffee Shops on Shanghai's Ruijin Lu

Just so happens that coffee shops in Shanghai tend to cluster. Here are 8 quirky and quaint coffee shops on Ruijin Lu and what you should order.

Crave: An All-Day Bakery, Bistro & Wine Bar

Crave is a café and wine bar at the Xinle Lu and Donghu Lu nexus. Fresh baked pastries, coffee, sandwiches, and breakfast plates.

Modern Japanese Yakitori Restaurant Torisawa Opens in Jing'an

Torisawa is a modern Japanese yakitori restaurant at the Jing An Kerry Centre that serves up every cut of chicken on skewers.

10 Terraces for Happy Hour in Shanghai

For when the weather is right, here are 10 terraces in Shanghai with happy hours/deals for you to drink al fresco. Champagne, beer, cocktails and wine!

Five Guys Shanghai Officially Opens on April 26

World famous burger chain Five Guys is finally opening in Shanghai, China, on Monday, April 26. Burgers, hotdogs, fries and milkshakes!

Root Down: Cocktails, Vinyl & Great Ambience

Root Down is a Japanese vinyl bar in Shanghai that's quickly becoming the new favorite hangout for quality cocktails and seekers of great music.

The Cheesecake Factory! Opens April 13 in Shanghai's HKRI Taikoo Hui

Time to put on your eating pants! World-famous The Cheesecake Factory is opening in downtown Shanghai at HKRI Taikoo Hui on April 13.

Sunday Free-Flow Brunch at Mandarin Oriental Shanghai

Fifty 8° Grill at the Mandarin Oriental Shanghai does a free-flow brunch for ¥788—champagne, seafood, eggs, mains & dessert. And it’s dog-friendly, too!

Atelier Izakaya: Japanese Yakitori by Taste Buds in Jing'an

From the group behind Atelier and Taste Buds comes Atelier Izakaya, a Japanese restaurant serving yakitori and drinks in a lively, chic space in Jing'an.

Impressive Modern Chinese at Shanghai's The Dining Room

The Dining Room (Yue Xuan 悦轩) is a Chinese restaurant specializing in Jiangnan cuisine at Park Hyatt Shanghai. This is what modern Chinese food looks like.

FIVE GUYS Opens in Shanghai April/May 2021

Important, critical, life-changing news! That's right! Five Guys is opening a branch in Shanghai! Location revealed—opening soon.

A Guide To The Beer Lady, Shanghai's Largest Bottle Shop

A beginner's guide to a crucial bit of recent Shanghai history: the Beer Lady, a chain of shops dedicated to craft beer. Here are our tips to enjoying it!

8 Excellent Shanghai Bars for Cocktails & Oysters

Irish food board Bord Bia and Jameson have teamed up with some of the best Shanghai bars for two weeks of cocktails paired with oysters from March 12-27.

3 New Restaurants: Chihuahua, Hundo, Mavis

From the tail end of 2020, here are some new restaurants in Shanghai. Chihuahua for Mexican food, Hundo for yakitori & yakiniku, and wine bistro Mavis.

3 Super Cheap Places To Drink Draft Beer in Shanghai

Whether by conspiracy or by coincidence, three of the cheapest bars in Shanghai for craft beer on tap are within five minutes of each other. Beer for ¥10!

Favorite New Restaurants & Bars in Shanghai from 2020

Rounding up my favorite new restaurant and bars in Shanghai from 2020. Here are the 8 places you should be eating and drinking at.

How To Brew Beer in Shanghai & What You'll Need

Beer connoissuers, time to take up a new hobby! A step-by-step guide on how to brew beer at home in Shanghai and what you'll need.

Real Talk: Blaz French Bistro & Wine Bar

Blaz Canteen & Wine Bar is a French bistro in Shanghai. The atmosphere is amazing, but the food is hit or miss. Better suited for wine drinking.

Interview: Prolific Food Writer Christopher St. Cavish (SaintCavish)

Shanghai-based known food writer Christopher St. Cavish on the Shanghai dining scene, his love affair with noodles and his proudest work.

Cellar To Table, Bistro & Wine Bar in Shanghai

Cellar To Table is a Mediterranean restaurant and wine bar housed within a villa at 20 Donghu Lu in Shanghai. I highly recommend it.

Gubei Find: Xiao's Izakaya For Late Night Eats

Xiao's Izakaya is a quirky Japanese restaurant in Shanghai's Gubei district that serves skewers, sashimi and izakaya staples until late. Highballs for ¥40.

Revisited: Sir Elly's, Michelin One-Star Restaurant in Shanghai

Michelin one-star modern Asian and French restaurant Sir Elly’s at The Peninsula Shanghai switches from textbook modern fine dining by adding Asian flavors.

Surf and Turf at Mr & Mrs Bund

Mr & Mrs Bund reopens with a new menu sporting luxurious seafood towers and big trays of grilled meats. Check out the dishes here.

8 New Restaurants & Bars in Shanghai You Might Have Missed

Rounding up the latest restaurant and bar openings in Shanghai. Here are eight new restaurants, bars, and cafes for your books.

Latin Restaurant Azul Reopens in Shankang Li: What To Order

Azul is a Latin restaurant and bar in Shanghai. Playful dishes amongst classic Latin food, flashy cocktails, and a huge outdoor terrace.

Lamb Hotpot in Shanghai: Lao Men Kuang 老门框

Lao Men Kuang (老门框爆肚涮肉馆) is a traditional Beijing-style hotpot restaurant in Shanghai that specializes in hand-cut lamb and beef. Chopsticks at the ready!

Revisited: Ginger Modern Asian Bistro, A Shanghai Institution

An ode to Ginger, a modern Asian restaurant in Shanghai, est 2005. Curry laksa, gochujang braised short rib, and hot and sour clams.

Michelin Guide Shanghai 2021: Starred Restaurants and Bib Gourmands

The 2021 Michelin Guide for Shanghai was announced today, awarding 43 restaurants in Shanghai with stars. This marks the fifth edition of the guide.

Craving: Unadon Japanese Eel Rice at Manzhong

There's only one item on the menu at Manzhong, and it's unagi don. Eat Japanese eel rice at this shoebox of a restaurant in downtown Shanghai.

Unlimited Dim Sum Brunch at YEN CHA, W Shanghai

​The W Shanghai just launched a new dim sum brunch at YEN. It’s all-you-can-eat for ¥268 and it's pretty damn good. And of course, there’s free-flow.

Oha Eatery: Experimental Guizhou Food Fusion in Shanghai

Oha Eatery is a restaurant in Shanghai that specializes in experimental Guizhou food. Tree bark, "sours" and more on the new menu.

New Brasserie in Shanghai: Vesta Blackstone Garden

Vesta Blackstone Garden is a new all-day brasserie located within the thriving Blackstone Apartments complex on Fuxing Zhong Lu, Shanghai.

Botong Sikdang Opens in Jing'an: More Korean Grilled Pork!

Botong Sikdang is a Korean restaurant in Shanghai that specializes in grilled pork and banchan. It's wildly popular and worth the wait. Store #2 in Jing'an.

New Menu: La Scala For Regional Italian & Seafood in Shanghai

​Italian restaurant La Scala at The Sukhothai Shanghai, has just refreshed their menu for the season with seafood at the forefront.

Chinese Food in Shanghai: Dongbei Iron Pot Stew at Yao Ji 姚稷大铁锅

Yao Ji (姚稷大铁锅) is a Chinese restaurant in Shanghai that specializes in Dongbei-style Iron Pot Stew or "Tie Guo Dun" (铁锅炖).

La Wei Xian 辣味鲜 Private Kitchen For Sichuan Food in Shanghai

La Wei Xian 辣味鲜 is a private kitchen in Shanghai serving Sichuan home-style food. Three tables available by booking only. Here's the experience.

4 Bars in Shanghai To Get Your Drink On

Recapping all the newest bars in Shanghai. Here are some of the latest cocktail bars and drinking holes in town. Happy hours included, too.

Shanghai Late Night Eats: Xinjiang Ali Lamb Skewers (Updated)

Xinjiang Ali Barbecue (新疆阿力烧烤) is a street cart selling Xinjiang barbecue in Shanghai. Looking for late night street food in Shanghai? Go here.

Explore Nepalese Cuisine at Nepali Kitchen

Nepali Kitchen is the only restaurant in Shanghai dedicated to traditional Nepalese food. It's a great option for vegetarians, too!

Impact of COVID-19 on Restaurants in Shanghai (April 2020)

What is the impact of COVID-19 on restaurants and bars? Here are survey results from 488 respondents as Shanghai recovers from the pandemic.

Michelin 2-Star Taian Table - A Look at Menu 26

Menu 26 at Taian Table, a Michelin two-star restaurant in Shanghai. Experience the latest menu at this high-performance restaurant.

Rui Fu Yuan: A Shanghai Institution for Shanghainese Food

Rui Fu Yuan 瑞福园 is a home-style Shanghainese restaurant in Shanghai with two decades of local cred. This is a great place to explore Shanghainese food.

Pizza Porn! Homeslice Spring 2020 Pizzas

Here we go again! Homeslice has a new line of pizzas for Spring 2020. One guest chef pizza, three vegan pies, one mac n cheese, and a must-try mortadella.

Where To Get Rotisserie Chicken in Shanghai

Looking for the best restaurants/grocers to get rotisserie chicken in Shanghai? This list has you covered. Feed the family with these plump, juicy birds!

Pie Society Turns 4! Deals & Delivery

Shanghai’s seminal pie company Pie Society celebrates their 4-year anniversary with deals! They've also launched a delivery platform with great kickbacks!

14 Places To Eat Sandwiches in Shanghai Right Now

What's open/closed during COVID-19? Here is a list of restaurants where you can get sandwiches in Shanghai right now. These venues are open for dine-in!

9 Best New Shanghai Restaurants in 2019

Here are my picks of the best new restaurants in Shanghai that opened in 2019. Featuring French cuisine, barbecue, omakase, ramen, and gastrolounges.

Botong Sikdang: Korean Grilled Pork and Banchan

Botong Sikdang is a Korean restaurant that is all about grilled pork and banchan. This cozy, lovable slice of Korean hospitality is an easy win.

Enigmatic Cocktail Bar J.Boroski Opens in Shanghai

J.Boroski is a secluded cocktail bar that does high-caliber bespoke drinks in Jing’an. The entrance-way is hidden and there is no menu.

High Yaki: A Winning Formula of Yakitori and Yakiniku

High Yaki is a Japanese restaurant in Shanghai that does yakitori, yakiniku, and dry-aged beef. It is fantastic and should be high on your to-eat list.

Sushi Naoki: High-End Japanese Omakase Sushi Bar

Sushi Naoki is a high-end Japanese restaurant in Shanghai that does a nigiri-based omakase menu. It's personalized service at an intimate sushi bar counter.

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3 Hotel Restaurant Updates: 1515 West, Bespoke, Urban Cafe

Menu updates at three solid hotel restaurants in Shanghai. Featuring two steakhouses, 1515 and Bespoke, and Southeast Asian restaurant Urban Cafe.

Brunch & Bistro at Head in the Clouds

Head in the Clouds is extremely popular with the local crowd for their all-day brunch. The bistro dinner menu is just as well-executed and affordable.

3 Chinese Restaurants in Shanghai: Chi Zi Ji, Tak Lung Siu Mei, Xun Noodles

Here are three cheap Chinese restaurant in Shanghai. Featuring a decade-old cheungfun shop, a new Cantonese barbecue restaurant, and crab roe noodles.

Taiwanese Chain JYJ Noodle Bar For Noods

JYJ Noodle Bar is a popular Taiwanese chain in Shanghai that does excellent noodles. You pay a premium for the noods, but you get to dine with A/C.

20 Best New Shanghai Restaurants 2019 (so far)

Here's a list of 20 new restaurants in Shanghai that have opened in the first half of 2019. From all-day brunch to hyped up chains and upscale restaurants.

Table for Eight: Modern Chinese Supper Club

Supper club Table for Eight introduces a modern Chinese menu with former Odette R&D chef Johnston Teo leading the charge. Pop-up starts July 31 in Shanghai.

Meatness: Steak Deals in Shanghai

Steaks, all shapes and sizes, from your everyday cuts to staggering tomahawks, on promotion at some of your favorite restaurants in Shanghai.

Ramen Mitsuyoshi (满吉拉面) For Bib Gourmand-Level Noods

Ramen Mitsuyoshi (满吉拉面) is a small shop in Shanghai that does excellent ramen. The founders hail from immensely popular Ramen Koike (Bib Gourmand, Tokyo).

Ultimate List of Burger Deals in Shanghai

A big fat list of burger deals in Shanghai. Not just limited to Mondays, all around town, mostly buy-one-get-one.

Homeslice: Summer 2019 Pizzas

Homeslice has just launched the summer 2019 edition of new pizzas, now available at both Found 158 and Zhongshan Park locations, and on delivery. #pizzaporn

4 New Shanghai Restaurants You Might Have Missed (June 2019)

Latin American street food at La Mesa, French baked goods at Luneurs, Beijing food and cocktails at Peking Inn, and galettes, sandwiches, and coffee at RAC.

Coquille's French Approach to Brunch Classics

A sophisticated French approach to brunch classics at Coquille sees lux versions of eggs, dressed up tartines, and refined entrees.

HMSHost To Open 14 New Dining Outlets in Shanghai and Beijing Airports

HMSHost to open 14 F&B outlets in China's two largest airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Beijing Daxing International Airport.

News: Homeslice Opening a Third Location

Much-loved New York style pizzeria Homeslice is opening a third location in Shanghai this August. Heads up Xujiahui, pizza is coming your way.

Wolfgang's Steakhouse Shanghai: Worth It

Wolfgang’s Steakhouse is an international franchise known for top grade dry aged USDA prime beef. How does Shanghai's fare, you ask? Mighty fine.

Eat This: BBQ Thursdays at Cages Shanghai

The barbecue at Cages is legit. And if you haven't been to or heard about Cages Bar & Sports, you're missing out on the most epic sports bar in Shanghai.

Chefs Answer: Crazy Diner Requests

Diners often ask for special requests, but these go beyond love messages drawn on food and wedding rings in champagne glasses.

Shanghai Café: New All-Day Breakfast Menu at Egg

Popular all-day café EGG's new menu is all about the breakfast sandwich, from the egg-smothered open-faced variety to their version of the Chinese shaobing.

5 New Shanghai Restaurants You Might Have Missed (May 2019)

New Shanghai restaurants: 37 Steakhouse & Bar, Dao Jiang Hu, Da Yi Seafood Hot Pot, Hunter Gatherer Open Kitchen, and Le Xuan.

8 Shanghai Chefs Answer: "Why Do Chefs Hate Brunch?"

Brunch. It's the meal chefs love to hate. It's the busiest service with the lowest average check and the unruliest diners. Here's what chefs had to say.

Street Food: Where to Eat Jianbing in Shanghai

Jianbing is China's most popular breakfast street food. Here's where you can find this cheap and tasty snack in Shanghai.

Taian Table: Shanghai's Michelin Two-Star Restaurant

Michelin one-star Taian Table arrives at Menu 20. Modern Western cuisine with a distinctive Asian touch at this interactive restaurant in Shanghai.

The Best Scoops of Ice Cream in Shanghai

Where to find the best scoops of ice cream, gelato, and frozen yogurt in Shanghai. From the classic vanilla and chocolate to the funky stuff.

Portman's The Souk Sunday Brunch Buffet

The brunch buffet at Portman's Restaurant, Portman Ritz-Carlton Shanghai. Fresh seafood, 16 kinds of cheese, an excellent carving station, and more.

Homeslice Shanghai: Now Serving New Spring 2019 Pizzas

New York style pizza place Homeslice Shanghai launches the new Spring 2019 pizzas. Carbs, baby. Carbs. Get 'em in-store or via delivery.

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Shanghai Brunch Bucket List: The Commune Social (Closed)

When deciding on where to brunch in Shanghai, The Commune Social makes everyone's must-do list. Here's what you should order.

Lotus Eatery: A Beloved Yunnan Restaurant in Shanghai

Lotus Eatery is a Yunnan restaurant in Shanghai that does delicious food at honest prices. It is extremely popular, favored by both locals and expats.

Baekjeong: The Korean BBQ Restaurant You Never Heard Of

Looking for Korean barbecue in Shanghai and don’t know where to start? Try Baekjeong, an international chain popular for grilled meats and cheap shochu.

Why Ministry of Crab Shanghai is Worth It

Colombo, Sri Lanka's famed Ministry of Crab opens a restaurant in Shanghai's People's Park. Eating ginormous 2kg crabs and dipping into buttery sauces.

Hakkasan Shanghai's Chinese New Year Menu

Diving into the 11-course Chinese New Year menu at Hakkasan Shanghai. Revisiting signatures and exploring CNY traditional foods.

Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Shanghai (Bars & Cafes too!)

An on-going, UPDATED list of dog-friendly restaurants, bars, and cafes in Shanghai. Here are pet-friendly venues all around the city!

Shake Shack Opens in Xintiandi, Shanghai (Officially Jan 24)

Shake Shack opens in Shanghai, making it their first mainland China location. Burgers, hot dogs, shakes, and more at this cult-like fast food chain.

Best Hot Chocolates in Shanghai

Where to get a good hot chocolate in Shanghai. From bakeries to cafes and restaurants, here are Shanghai's best hot chocolates.

Dim Sum at Sui Tang Li

Dim Sum at Sui Tang Li, a contemporary Chinese restaurant in the Middle House Shanghai.

Shanghai Brunch: Mr & Mrs Bund

An overview of the brunch at Mr & Mrs Bund in photos. Mr & Mrs Bund is in my top 5 restaurants in Shanghai, and you should be eating here now.

Best Lemon Desserts in Shanghai

Where to find the best lemon desserts in Shanghai. From Paul Pairet's famous Lemon & Lemon Tart at Mr & Mrs Bund to the everyday tart at my local bakery.

Shanghai Brunch: Colca for a Peruvian Twist

Latin American restaurant Colca brings Peruvian flair to Shanghai's brunch scene with a menu of breakfast plates, ceviche, and unforgettable desserts.

Liu Tang Men For Addictive Sichuan Noodles

Liu Tang Men is a mainstay for Sichuan noodles in Shanghai. Here are four noodles you can't miss.

Hulu Sushi: Six-Seater Omakase in Shanghai

Hulu Sushi is an intimate six-seater Japanese restaurant in Shanghai serving a mostly nigiri-based omakase meal. Two seatings daily.

Polux by Paul Pairet - Opening in Shanghai March 2019

Luminary chef/founder Paul Pairet of Ultraviolet, World's 50 Best Restaurants No. 24 and Mr & Mrs Bund to open Polux, a Parisian-inspired cafe in Xintiandi.

Staycation: The St. Regis Shanghai

A one-night stay at The St. Regis Shanghai—Cantonese Shunde specialties at Yan Ting, cocktails at The St. Regis Bar, and taking a dip in the pool.

Mercado 505: A Parade of Sinful Eats

Mercado 505 is a deli, grocer, restaurant, and bar in Shanghai serving a Spanish-inclined menu that dazzles with quality seafood and meats.

Eat Hairy Crab in Shanghai with UnTour Food Tours

The arrival of fall in Shanghai means one thing: hairy crab season. UnTour is bringing back their popular hairy crab tour—four dates available!

Maison Lameloise Shanghai Delivers On Excellence

Acclaimed French restaurant opens Maison Lameloise Shanghai in the Shanghai Tower. Of all the hyped up openings in Shanghai, this one lives up to it.

The Shanghai Scoop - Food & Drink News (June 2018)

The Shanghai Scoop is a monthly column dedicated to the latest F&B news in town. Here are the newest restaurant, bar, and hotel openings in Shanghai.

The Shanghai Scoop - Food & Drink News (May 2018)

The Shanghai Scoop is a monthly column dedicated to the latest F&B news in town. Here are the newest restaurant, bar, and hotel openings in Shanghai.

The Shanghai Scoop – Food & Drink News (April 2018)

The Shanghai Scoop is a monthly column dedicated to the latest F&B news in town. Here are the newest restaurant, bar, and hotel openings in Shanghai.