Map Guides Transport eSIM

Provinces, Municipalities & Autonomous Regions

Anhui Province Beijing Municipality Chongqing Municipality Fujian Province Gansu Province Guangdong Province Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region Guizhou Province Hainan Province Hebei Province Heilongjiang Province Henan Province Hubei Province Hunan Province Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region Jiangsu Province Jiangxi Province Jilin Province Liaoning Province Macau SAR Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region Qinghai Province Shaanxi Province Shandong Province Shanghai Municipality Shanxi Province Sichuan Province Taiwan Tianjin Municipality Tibet Autonomous Region Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Yunnan Province Zhejiang Province

© 2025-2026 www.chinatripmap.com

All places/Shanghai Municipality

Ranking

The best places to eat in Shanghai Municipality

An editorial ranking: grades from A+ to F, price range, and the Tabelog score where one exists.

Places ranked: 139

The Pine

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

Both the manicured garden and exquisite interior of this historical British-style mansion are charming, with many classical and modern art pieces on display. The young chef shows solid skills in traditional European cooking and gives it a new spin…

Shanghai Tavern

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

It may be located within the contemporary backdrop of the Edition Hotel but the Shanghai Tavern celebrates a bygone era; the elegant space shows off its original 20C heritage and there are potted palms, waiters in white jackets, a champagne chariot…

Yè Shanghai

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

Though moved into a shopping mall, the grey-brick façade is reminiscent of Shikumen architecture style. In stark contrast, the interior sports velvet sofas in gold and modern art for a touch of glamour. Start your night with creative cocktails from…

YongFu Mini (Pudong)

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

A spin-off from Yong Fu, this restaurant serves only seafood caught in the East China Sea the same day, such as Miiuy croaker and hairtail, but at a lower price point. The must-try signature '18 chops' – raw crabs marinated in spiced soy and wine…

Épices & Foie Gras

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

It’s no great surprise that foie gras is the speciality here. It comes in different preparations, so try the ‘Trilogy’ if you want to sample various types. This ‘modern French bistrot’ is run by a young French couple and they wisely also serve other…

Sir Elly's

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

Named after the hotel's founder, the opulent space punctuated by red accents commands gorgeous river views. The upscale ambiance makes this a perfect venue for a date. The kitchen turns local ingredients into original creations with bold flavours…

Jade on 36

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

Even when this longstanding restaurant gets a makeover, nothing is really able to compete with the stunning views of Huangpu and the river. With an experienced French chef at the helm, the menu ushers in some sophisticated creations; they may be…

Les Nuages

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

Sitting atop a skyscraper, this aptly named restaurant boasts high ceiling and commands breathtaking river views. Open for afternoon tea and dinner only, it serves Western classics like beef steaks dry-aged in-house. But it’s the chef’s menu melding…

Pop

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

Blue and white sofas work well with the wood and marble décor to exude a casual, yet elegant vibe, but it’s the breathtaking river views from the terrace that leave everyone in awe. Classic European choices abound on the menu, especially grilled…

Coffee Surround

Coffee Surround

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Specialty Coffee

A small café on Xiangyang South Road, repeatedly praised for its walnut and almond-milk dirty. Try a cinnamon roll alongside it. Allow roughly CNY31–33 per person; seating is limited.

Royal China Club

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

Operated by London’s Royal China Group, this Cantonese restaurant specialises in dried seafood like abalone and fish, along with other assorted seafood dishes. The quality of the seafood is good, with some of the ingredients imported from the UK…

YongFoo Élite

YongFoo Élite

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Fine Dining

YongFoo Élite is a one-Michelin-star Shanghainese restaurant set in a restored 1930s villa with a lush courtyard garden, praised for its period interiors and signature braised pork with pu'er tea. Visitors consistently praise the setting and certain…

Ho Hung Kee

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

For a noodle shop, the Chinese-inspired faux-industrial decor is lavish – brushed brass ring pendant lamps and black wrought-iron arches perforated with floral motifs. The menu is almost the same as at its Hong Kong counterparts. The must-order…

Coquille

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

Next to Italian trattoria Scarpetta, its younger sibling, Coquille, occupies two floors. On the seafood-focused menu, French classics come with subtle Asian twists. Signature dishes include foie gras crème brûlée and oven-roasted Dungeness crab…

The Yidao (East Beijing Road)

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

You can tell from the name that this restaurant is serious about the national beverage – professional tea masters brew the perfect cup, using top quality loose leaves and natural spring water. As for the food, the Guangdong chef displays his skills…

Xin Yuan Lou

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

A 1920s villa plays host to this Cantonese restaurant boasting plenty of old-world charm thanks to its period furniture, fireplace and Chinese artwork. It’s spread over two floors and includes a bar, a lounge, a tea room and several private rooms…

Mao Long

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

Since 1989 this little gem has been serving no-frills Shanghainese home-style dishes made with the best ingredients available. Converted from a residential home, it’s a 20-seater place with five tables and is run by a mother in her 80s and her…

Mr & Mrs Bund

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

On the city's dining scene for over 10 years, Chef Pairet's brasserie never ages. Lovely service, great music, a terrific wine list and bags of French joie de vivre make dining here a real experience. In the modern space – inside a former bank…

Shanghai

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

Perched on the second floor of the Central Hotel is this sister restaurant to the famed hairy crab restaurant, Wang Bao He. You’ll find this speciality here in season but it’s equally known for its authentic Shanghainese cooking. Their classic…

Scarpetta

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

This two-storey restaurant takes its name from the act of using bread to mop up the last bit of sauce left on the plate. Homemade pizza and pasta, such as pizza vongole, and other specialities like Wagyu carpaccio topped with shaved black truffle…

Nan Xing Yuan

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

Helmed by a team of Sichuan chefs, this restaurant takes a deposit upon booking and serves only tailored menus, which diners pre-order. A typical menu builds a progression of flavours with classics such as napa cabbage in chicken consommé, and…

Ding Te Le Zhou Mian Guan

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

To the passer-by, this simple shop hidden in an alley on Huaihai Road looks pretty much like any other. What sets it apart, however, are the authentic noodles it serves. It is particularly famous for its shredded pork noodles with scallions, its…

Mercato

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

From Jean-Georges Vongerichten comes this lively Italian restaurant with Mediterranean twists. The interior sees an eclectic mix of natural materials matched with urban savviness. On the menu, family-style dishes come in sizes large enough for…

Hai Wei Guan (Jingan)

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

Behind the white façade of this two-storey building, new and old collide in a charming way. Embracing innovation while respecting tradition, the owner puts a new spin on Shanghainese classics with ingenious creativity. His signature crispy roast…

Beef & Liberty (Jingan)

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

For those times when only a burger will do, there is Beef & Liberty. New Zealand grass-fed beef is ground in-house twice a day, in time for lunch and dinner, and then served in homemade buns. The ribeye burger boasts a juicy, 220g patty cooked…

Previous123456Next

Selections

Fine Dining 50 Casual Dining 83 French Cuisine 12 Italian Cuisine 8