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.
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.
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.
Les Halles: An Artisanal French Butchery & Restaurant in Shanghai (Closed)
Les Halles is a French-style butchery, deli, and restaurant located in Xuhui. House-cased sausages, steaks, and quintessential French fare.
Bakery Trifle Takes Advantage of Shanghai’s City Walk Craze
Blowing up the Chinese social media feeds is Trifle, a bakery that’s drawing a hip ‘n’ cool crowd seeking fresh baked breads and pastries while on their “city walk” of Shanghai.
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 one for 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.
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.
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.