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
Searching for great ramen in Shanghai? From rich, slow-simmered broths to expertly made tsukemen, these reliable spots come to the rescue when craving strikes.
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 Xiao Long Bao in Shanghai (Updated 2026)
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.
Best New Restaurants in Shanghai 2025 & Memorable Meals
A definitive guide to the best new restaurants in Shanghai from 2025 featured on Nomfluence.