B+51Shanghai ClubShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningA premium brand from the Jardin de Jade Group, the restaurant serves old Shanghai classics with an emphasis on finesse and attention to detail. Walnut-crusted duck fillet square in bean paste is a rare gem that is painstaking to make. Live seafood…$$$$$View details
B+52Gong De Lin (West Nanjing Road)Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningWhen you see that sweet and sour pork and fried shredded eel are on the menu you may doubt if the food is truly vegan but fear not – all the mock-meat and fish is made with either veggies, soy product or mushrooms. This institution of Shanghainese…$$$$$View details
B+53Wan Yan (Changning)Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningBrace yourself for nostalgia aplenty: velvet tufted chairs, walls covered in vintage blue bricks, art pieces from around the world…Most ingredients are shipped from Anhui, including mouldy tofu – a speciality you can’t miss. Wine-scented fermented…$$$$$View details
B+54Royal China ClubShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningOperated by London’s Royal China Group, this Cantonese restaurant specialises in dried seafood like abalone and fish, along with other assorted seafood dishes. The quality of the seafood is good, with some of the ingredients imported from the UK…$$$$$View details
B+55Yong XingShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningThis cozy little gem is hidden in a tiny alley and its non-descript façade makes it even harder to find. An archway, fireplace and red-brick wallpaper - reminiscent of someone’s home from a by-gone era - set the tone for the warm welcoming service…$$$$$View details
B+56Xuji Seafood (Xuhui)Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningSince 1999, the Hunan brand has been expanding its footprint across the nation, and this multi-storey branch is its Shanghai flagship. Thanks to close ties with fishermen and farms, locally and globally, it secures sources for the best-quality and…$$$$$View details
B+57Hokkien Huay KuanShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningThe interior is inspired by Fujian-style ink paintings, with water features dividing the room into zones. On the menu, premium produce from the province is deftly prepared by Fujian natives for the most authentic experience possible. Try the…$$$$$View details
B+58Jean GeorgesShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningThose who are familiar with Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s New York flagship will recognise some of the menu items here at his Shanghai outpost, such as toasted egg yolk with caviar, and tuna tartare with avocado. The cooking is light and fragrant…$$$$$View details
B+59Lin Jiang YanShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningRemodelled from a heritage building (c 1902), this restaurant is perfect for banquets and entertainment. The main area and private rooms all share the same river views. The young head chef, who used to work for a hotel in Shanghai, updates…$$$$$View details
B+60Easeful Cuisine (Jingan)Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningThe owner-chef has over 10 years of experience working in upmarket establishments in Chinese cities and advocates a back-to-basics approach to home-style cooking that brings out natural flavours of the ingredients. His boneless smoked fish boasts…$$$$$View details
B+61ShanghaiShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningPerched on the second floor of the Central Hotel is this sister restaurant to the famed hairy crab restaurant, Wang Bao He. You’ll find this speciality here in season but it’s equally known for its authentic Shanghainese cooking. Their classic…$$$$$View details
B+62ArvaShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningThe committed chef passionately advocates a farm-to-table philosophy and reinterprets traditional recipes from various Italian regions with modern touches. From the dazzling array of homemade pasta, be sure to try his ravioli. The airy interior is…$$$$$View details
B+63Épices & Foie GrasShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningIt’s no great surprise that foie gras is the speciality here. It comes in different preparations, so try the ‘Trilogy’ if you want to sample various types. This ‘modern French bistrot’ is run by a young French couple and they wisely also serve other…$$$$$View details
B+64Shi Chuan Fei Chuan (Xuhui)Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningThe kitchen reimagines Sichuan...$$$$$View details
B+65YongFu Mini (Pudong)Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningA spin-off from Yong Fu, this restaurant serves only seafood caught in the East China Sea the same day, such as Miiuy croaker and hairtail, but at a lower price point. The must-try signature '18 chops' – raw crabs marinated in spiced soy and wine…$$$$$View details
B+66The Yidao (East Beijing Road)Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningYou can tell from the name that this restaurant is serious about the national beverage – professional tea masters brew the perfect cup, using top quality loose leaves and natural spring water. As for the food, the Guangdong chef displays his skills…$$$$$View details
B+67Hang Yuen HinShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningThe restaurant opened in the lungs of the city and the lush greenery outside the windows works magic with the décor to make a relaxing ambiance. The chef has worked in both Guangzhou and Hong Kong, putting his know-how to good use in the authentic…$$$$$View details
B+68Yunhe Noodle (Huangpu)Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningTucked inside a residential neighbourhood, this noodle shop with a subtle sign may not draw much attention from the outside. But the interior is a different world – where neon signs and graffiti murals subvert your expectations. House-made spinach…$$$$$View details
B+69Numata SouShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningThe famed tempura institution in Osaka, Japan, opened its first overseas outpost in Shanghai. Chef Numata checks in every couple of months on Chef Sakata, his protégé for 15 years, who is in charge of the kitchen. Changing every month, the single…$$$$$View details
B+70Sir Elly'sShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningNamed after the hotel's founder, the opulent space punctuated by red accents commands gorgeous river views. The upscale ambiance makes this a perfect venue for a date. The kitchen turns local ingredients into original creations with bold flavours…$$$$$View details
B+71Yè ShanghaiShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningThough moved into a shopping mall, the grey-brick façade is reminiscent of Shikumen architecture style. In stark contrast, the interior sports velvet sofas in gold and modern art for a touch of glamour. Start your night with creative cocktails from…$$$$$View details
B+72NuitsShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningThe bistro may not have a big shopfront, but its bright orange sign and full-height windows more than compensate in terms of impact. Named after Côte de Nuits in Burgundy, it serves a nice selection from that wine region. Head to the cellar to talk…$$$$$View details
B+73MercatoShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningFrom Jean-Georges Vongerichten comes this lively Italian restaurant with Mediterranean twists. The interior sees an eclectic mix of natural materials matched with urban savviness. On the menu, family-style dishes come in sizes large enough for…$$$$$View details
B+74Hai Wei Guan (Jingan)Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningBehind the white façade of this two-storey building, new and old collide in a charming way. Embracing innovation while respecting tradition, the owner puts a new spin on Shanghainese classics with ingenious creativity. His signature crispy roast…$$$$$View details
B+75Yu Du Lao Wei Mian (Huangpu)Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningThe owner hails from Zhoushan, famous for its seafood. His mother taught him how to make noodles and he started this shop over 10 years ago to bring authentic Zhoushan noodles to Shanghai. Noodle soup is typically paired with fish shipped from his…$$$$$View details