B+26Da Hu Chun (Middle Sichuan Road)Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningQueues for the array of pan-fried buns boasting a crisp base...$$$$$View details
B+27Bai RongShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningBai Rong – peony – is the floral emblem of Shandong Province. Naturally, this modern restaurant generously adorned with lush greenery focuses on Shandong cuisine, especially live seafood shipped from Jiaodong Peninsula. Order the Jiaodong cold…$$$$$View details
B+28Shanghai TavernShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningIt may be located within the contemporary backdrop of the Edition Hotel but the Shanghai Tavern celebrates a bygone era; the elegant space shows off its original 20C heritage and there are potted palms, waiters in white jackets, a champagne chariot…$$$$$View details
B+29Summer PalaceShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningThis smart and sumptuously decorated Cantonese restaurant is divided into three distinct areas, each serving a different speciality. You'll find dim sum in the Pantry, claypot dishes in the Lantern and sophisticated Cantonese classics in the…$$$$$View details
B+30Lan Xin (Jinxian Road)Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningThere’s a plethora of places to eat on Jinxian Road but one worth searching out is little Lan Xin. It’s a popular place with a diverse clientele – just be ready to join the queue, which usually snakes down the street. It was once a residential home…$$$$$View details
B+31Qiao Ai Lai Lai Xiao Long (Huangpu)Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining$$$$$View details
B+32ChunShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningAfter a hiatus of a few years, this famous joint re-opened at the same address and former regulars flocked back for the sorely missed classics. The room has few bells and whistles to steal the spotlight from the food, and the friendly owner always…$$$$$View details
B+33Dong Ping ChaoShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningThis restaurant in a century-old heritage building reinterprets Chaozhou fare with refined touches and local twists. Quality ingredients, especially seafood, are shipped from Chaoshan region twice a day to ensure freshness. Menus are tailor-made at…$$$$$View details
B+34The Lakeside VeggieShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningThe brand started on the banks of West Lake, Hangzhou, hence the name. This outpost near Longhua Temple is especially popular among worshippers. The room is furnished in a modern style, with a show kitchen where diners can see the chefs making dim…$$$$$View details
B+35Cellar to TableShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningWith an Italian chef on board since 2024, this place exuding an appealing wine-bar vibe has a revamped menu that is unmistakably Italian. The dishes are rife with bold flavours and the extensive wine list meanders across the globe. The handmade…$$$$$View details
B+36Yangzhou Fan Dian (Huangpu)Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningThis senior member of the Shanghai dining scene is as busy as ever, especially after a facelift in 2017 that added a private room. The dining room is decorated with paintings and wood carvings, while the floor-to-ceiling window on the second floor…$$$$$View details
B+37Nan Xing YuanShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningHelmed by a team of Sichuan chefs, this restaurant takes a deposit upon booking and serves only tailored menus, which diners pre-order. A typical menu builds a progression of flavours with classics such as napa cabbage in chicken consommé, and…$$$$$View details
B+38Nanxiang Steamed BunShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningA household name, founded in 1900; its handmade xiao long bao with paper-thin skin and juicy pork filling still attract a constant queue at the door. Along with the regular buns, try also those with seasonal fillings, or the oversized ‘super’ buns…$$$$$View details
B+39Chaimen Hui (Pudong)Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningThis outpost of its famed namesake in Chengdu operates in a sleekly furnished space – the centrepiece is no doubt the oversized starburst sculpture over the circular counter. The kitchen is run by a team from the parent restaurant, and their Sichuan…$$$$$View details
B+40Rongjia Noodles Soup with Yellow Croaker (Jingan)Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningXin Rong Ji is famous for its exclusive source of yellow croakers – this is a spin-off from the brand specialising in handmade noodles in the same rich milky fish broth, but priced a bit more wallet-friendly. The signature is obviously yellow…$$$$$View details
B+41Lao Xing Xian (Huangpu)Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningXian, or umami, is the fifth core flavour of food; it also means “fresh” in Chinese. At Lao Xing Xian, the owner aims to serve the freshest seafood, caught by his own fleet in the East China Sea that is deftly crafted with a knockout umami kick. The…$$$$$View details
B+42PopShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningBlue and white sofas work well with the wood and marble décor to exude a casual, yet elegant vibe, but it’s the breathtaking river views from the terrace that leave everyone in awe. Classic European choices abound on the menu, especially grilled…$$$$$View details
B+43Hao ShengShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningThe decor is not much to write home about, but authentic home-style Shanghainese fare – sautéed river shrimps, blanched pork liver – keeps the regulars coming. The drunken chicken steeped in warm Shaoxing wine has silky flesh and an intoxicating…$$$$$View details
B+44Mi ThaiShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningIn a neighbourhood well stocked with cool cafés and stylish boutiques comes this popular, pared-down Thai restaurant. It’s split between two rooms: one has an open kitchen; the other, an attractive timbered ceiling. The Thai chef keeps things fairly…$$$$$View details
B+45La Scene RondeShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningAs the name suggests, the open kitchen is dramatically lit, like a stage with front-row seats at the semi-circular counter. The single tasting menu changes every season, alongside options of wine, tea or non-alcoholic drink pairings. Well versed in…$$$$$View details
B+46Lao Di Fang Mian GuanShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningIn business for over 30 years, this noodle shop has recently moved to this new location. Rest assured that the menu and flavours remain the same and all noodles are served with toppings cooked à la minute. Try the toothsome cuttlefish noodles with…$$$$$View details
B+47Min He Nan Huan XiShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningThe F&B group has been active in Fujian Province for over 30 years and its Shanghai outpost sports a classy décor. The menu features a line-up of lavish recipes, but even simple dishes like radish rice can be a highlight – long-grain rice is cooked…$$$$$View details
B+48A Niang Mian GuanShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningIf you arrive at this very popular noodle shop at peak time the first thing you’ll notice is the queue. When you get to the front, place your order and pay at the counter at the entrance before finding a seat. The standouts are yellow croaker…$$$$$View details
B+49Yu Ge Zhanjiang (Jingan)Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningOpen until 2am, this restaurant specialising in regional dishes from the Cantonese city of Zhanjiang is a popular choice for a late-night supper. Free-range chicken shipped from the city is steamed or deep-fried for juicy flesh and intense flavour…$$$$$View details
B+50Villa Le Bec - Bistro 321Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningA lovely renovated villa, dating from 1924, is home to this French bistro. It is divided into several rooms, each decorated differently; the garden terrace is a delightful spot for a round of drinks on a balmy night. Classic bistro dishes include an…$$$$$View details