B+51Les NuagesShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningSitting 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…$$$$$View details
B+52CuivreShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningEchoing its name, this welcoming bistro in the French Concession amusingly features copper trimming on its walls and dinnerware. The kitchen excels in reinventing bistro classics with modern techniques and subtle Asian twists. L’agneau, or rack of…$$$$$View details
B+53De Xing Guan (Guangdong Road)Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningFounded in 1878, this two-storey noodle shop is something of a local landmark thanks to its gilded sign and elaborate façade. Chefs start work at 4am, making noodles and dim sum from scratch. The ground floor serves 20 different noodle and rice…$$$$$View details
B+54Dining RoomShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningThis high-ceilinged room with full-length windows affords panoramic river views, while the home-style furniture, warm lighting and booth seating make for a cosy feel. On the menu, Jiangzhe classics meet creative recipes that are rarely found…$$$$$View details
B+55Sui Tang LiShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningThis modern, sun-drenched hotel restaurant is known for its host of regional dim sum with a creative twist, such as xiao long bao with marbled skin, and novelty bites made with Iberico ham and beetroot juice. The Yunnan duck tagine with Sichuan…$$$$$View details
B+56Yu Du Lao Wei Mian (Huangpu)Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningThe owner hails from Zhoushan, famous for its seafood. His mother taught him how to make noodles and he started this shop over 10 years ago to bring authentic Zhoushan noodles to Shanghai. Noodle soup is typically paired with fish shipped from his…$$$$$View details
B+57Royal China ClubShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningOperated by London’s Royal China Group, this Cantonese restaurant specialises in dried seafood like abalone and fish, along with other assorted seafood dishes. The quality of the seafood is good, with some of the ingredients imported from the UK…$$$$$View details
B+58Lu Bo LangShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningAfter a makeover in 2019, the room now boasts wavy silvery panels on the ceiling and recessed lights emitting a subtle green glow. Despite the update in décor, the menu stays the same so expect food that is as tasty and reasonably priced…$$$$$View details
B+59Hai Wei Guan (Jingan)Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningBehind the white façade of this two-storey building, new and old collide in a charming way. Embracing innovation while respecting tradition, the owner puts a new spin on Shanghainese classics with ingenious creativity. His signature crispy roast…$$$$$View details
B+60La Scene RondeShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningAs the name suggests, the open kitchen is dramatically lit, like a stage with front-row seats at the semi-circular counter. The single tasting menu changes every season, alongside options of wine, tea or non-alcoholic drink pairings. Well versed in…$$$$$View details
B+61Rongjia Noodles Soup with Yellow Croaker (Jingan)Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningXin Rong Ji is famous for its exclusive source of yellow croakers – this is a spin-off from the brand specialising in handmade noodles in the same rich milky fish broth, but priced a bit more wallet-friendly. The signature is obviously yellow…$$$$$View details
B+62Rong CuisineShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningA spin-off of Xin Rong Ji, targeting a younger audience at a lower price range. Service may not be as formal and refined as its pricier sister, but is still pleasant and friendly. Both share the same sources of ingredients so freshness is…$$$$$View details
B+63Qiao Ai Lai Lai Xiao Long (Huangpu)Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual Dining$$$$$View details
B+64MercatoShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningFrom Jean-Georges Vongerichten comes this lively Italian restaurant with Mediterranean twists. The interior sees an eclectic mix of natural materials matched with urban savviness. On the menu, family-style dishes come in sizes large enough for…$$$$$View details
B+65Yong Feng Mian Guan (Huangpu)Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningNow run by the second generation, this family-run halal noodle shop has been around since 1962. Forced to close due to urban renewal, many regretted the demise of the original venue. Recently re-opened in a new spot, the original kitchen team…$$$$$View details
B+66Lao Di Fang Mian GuanShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningIn business for over 30 years, this noodle shop has recently moved to this new location. Rest assured that the menu and flavours remain the same and all noodles are served with toppings cooked à la minute. Try the toothsome cuttlefish noodles with…$$$$$View details
B+67Wei Xiang Zhai (Yandang Road)Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningFor over 80 years customers have been flocking here for its noodles. No one seems to mind the congested, somewhat tired room – just as long as the flavour in the bowl remains unchanged. The menu is set in two frames: noodles on one side, toppings on…$$$$$View details
B+68Shanghai ClubShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningA premium brand from the Jardin de Jade Group, the restaurant serves old Shanghai classics with an emphasis on finesse and attention to detail. Walnut-crusted duck fillet square in bean paste is a rare gem that is painstaking to make. Live seafood…$$$$$View details
B+69Hang Yuen HinShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningThe restaurant opened in the lungs of the city and the lush greenery outside the windows works magic with the décor to make a relaxing ambiance. The chef has worked in both Guangzhou and Hong Kong, putting his know-how to good use in the authentic…$$$$$View details
B+70Yangzhou Fan Dian (Huangpu)Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningThis senior member of the Shanghai dining scene is as busy as ever, especially after a facelift in 2017 that added a private room. The dining room is decorated with paintings and wood carvings, while the floor-to-ceiling window on the second floor…$$$$$View details
B+71Da Hu Chun (Middle Sichuan Road)Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningQueues for the array of pan-fried buns boasting a crisp base...$$$$$View details
B+72ArvaShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningThe committed chef passionately advocates a farm-to-table philosophy and reinterprets traditional recipes from various Italian regions with modern touches. From the dazzling array of homemade pasta, be sure to try his ravioli. The airy interior is…$$$$$View details
B+73Hong Yu FangShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningA household name in Huangpu district, this place has been around for 10-plus years. Regulars keep flocking to its new shop since it moved into a shopping mall. Open in the morning only, it always attracts a queue of customers coming for a hearty…$$$$$View details
B+74Yong XingShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningThis cozy little gem is hidden in a tiny alley and its non-descript façade makes it even harder to find. An archway, fireplace and red-brick wallpaper - reminiscent of someone’s home from a by-gone era - set the tone for the warm welcoming service…$$$$$View details
B+75Min He Nan Huan XiShanghai, Shanghai Municipality · Casual DiningThe F&B group has been active in Fujian Province for over 30 years and its Shanghai outpost sports a classy décor. The menu features a line-up of lavish recipes, but even simple dishes like radish rice can be a highlight – long-grain rice is cooked…$$$$$View details