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Casual Dining in Shanghai

83 places in the "Casual Dining" selection: editorial grades from A+ to F, prices, Tabelog scores and a map.

Places ranked: 83

Jingmei Wuxi Noodles (Yanping Road)
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Jingmei Wuxi Noodles (Yanping Road)

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

Jing Mei Wuxi is a tiny cult-favorite noodle shop in Shanghai, loved for its nostalgic old-city atmosphere and deeply comforting Jiangnan-style cooking. The signature dishes are sweet-savory noodles with tender braised pork ribs and juicy soup…

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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…

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Lin Jiang Yan

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

Remodelled from a heritage building (c 1902), this restaurant is perfect for banquets and entertainment. The main area and private rooms all share the same river views. The young head chef, who used to work for a hotel in Shanghai, updates…

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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…

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Yunhe Noodle (Huangpu)

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

Tucked inside a residential neighbourhood, this noodle shop with a subtle sign may not draw much attention from the outside. But the interior is a different world – where neon signs and graffiti murals subvert your expectations. House-made spinach…

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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…

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Chaimen Hui (Pudong)

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

This outpost of its famed namesake in Chengdu operates in a sleekly furnished space – the centrepiece is no doubt the oversized starburst sculpture over the circular counter. The kitchen is run by a team from the parent restaurant, and their Sichuan…

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Mi Thai

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

In a neighbourhood well stocked with cool cafés and stylish boutiques comes this popular, pared-down Thai restaurant. It’s split between two rooms: one has an open kitchen; the other, an attractive timbered ceiling. The Thai chef keeps things fairly…

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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…

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Mercado 505

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

Judging by its name, this restaurant on a corner strives to create the buzzing vibe of a market; judging by the blue and white stripes on its sign, it has a nautical theme. Yes and yes. Imported seafood such as live oysters, scampi, carabinero…

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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…

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Hong 0871

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

In Chinese, ‘Hong’ means vast and deep, aptly describing the menu and the Yunnanese food culture that the owner from Kunming wants to popularise. Over 90% of the ingredients ship from Yunnan and the mushroom feast in summer is especially…

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The Lakeside Veggie

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

The brand started on the banks of West Lake, Hangzhou, hence the name. This outpost near Longhua Temple is especially popular among worshippers. The room is furnished in a modern style, with a show kitchen where diners can see the chefs making dim…

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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…

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Hao Sheng

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

The decor is not much to write home about, but authentic home-style Shanghainese fare – sautéed river shrimps, blanched pork liver – keeps the regulars coming. The drunken chicken steeped in warm Shaoxing wine has silky flesh and an intoxicating…

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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…

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Dong Ping Chao

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

This restaurant in a century-old heritage building reinterprets Chaozhou fare with refined touches and local twists. Quality ingredients, especially seafood, are shipped from Chaoshan region twice a day to ensure freshness. Menus are tailor-made at…

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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…

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Easeful Cuisine (Jingan)

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

The owner-chef has over 10 years of experience working in upmarket establishments in Chinese cities and advocates a back-to-basics approach to home-style cooking that brings out natural flavours of the ingredients. His boneless smoked fish boasts…

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Hokkien Huay Kuan

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

The interior is inspired by Fujian-style ink paintings, with water features dividing the room into zones. On the menu, premium produce from the province is deftly prepared by Fujian natives for the most authentic experience possible. Try the…

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Nuits

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

The bistro may not have a big shopfront, but its bright orange sign and full-height windows more than compensate in terms of impact. Named after Côte de Nuits in Burgundy, it serves a nice selection from that wine region. Head to the cellar to talk…

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Chun

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

After a hiatus of a few years, this famous joint re-opened at the same address and former regulars flocked back for the sorely missed classics. The room has few bells and whistles to steal the spotlight from the food, and the friendly owner always…

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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…

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A Niang Mian Guan

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

If you arrive at this very popular noodle shop at peak time the first thing you’ll notice is the queue. When you get to the front, place your order and pay at the counter at the entrance before finding a seat. The standouts are yellow croaker…

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Villa Le Bec - Bistro 321

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining

A lovely renovated villa, dating from 1924, is home to this French bistro. It is divided into several rooms, each decorated differently; the garden terrace is a delightful spot for a round of drinks on a balmy night. Classic bistro dishes include an…

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