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: The Jazz Bar at The Fairmont Peace Hotel on the Bund. Catch Guinness World Record holders for “The World’s Oldest Jazz Band” seven nights a week.
gubigubi: A Charming Ningbo 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.
Best Xiao Long Bao in Shanghai (Updated 2025)
There’s nothing more Shanghai than xiao long bao. Here’s a big guide to xiao long bao in Shanghai, including my top four restaurants.
Vegetarian Restaurant Salt-Less: So Good It Converts Meat Eaters
Salt-Less is a rare vegetarian restaurants in Shanghai that doesn’t compromise on flavor. Dishes will satisfy die-hard meat lovers.