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Easter Brunch Buffet for ¥388! Portman's Restaurant | April 5

The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai is bringing back their festive Easter spread for a brunch buffet with free flow, plus plenty of kids activities and a live band.

Chinese New Year Buffet & Beyond at The St. Regis Brasserie

Open throughout CNY and beyond! Chinese New Year celebration dishes, luxe hotpot with M9 beef, fresh sashimi, and more at the buffet.

The Shanghai EDITION: Christmas & New Year’s Eve

The Shanghai EDITION is in full festive season mode, hosting Christmas and New Year’s Eve lunches and dinners (with free-flow) and a countdown party.

Spago Shanghai: New Year's Eve Dinner & Countdown Party

Countdown at Spago Shanghai — dinner and a party with free-flow, set to the Bund view. Get 50% off the party package!

Seafood Buffet! Lobster, King Crab, Caviar at YICAFE (Archived)

One of Shanghai's best buffets just got even better: all-you-can-eat seafood on Friday! Get 20% off!

Hot Deal: Christmas & New Year's Buffet at St. Regis Brasserie

Celebrate Christmas and New Year's with a fabulous buffet spread! Carvery, sashimi, seafood on ice — with free-flow.

Christmas Buffet Dinner at Portman's Restaurant

Christmas buffet dinner featuring chilled seafood, carvery of turkey and ham, and festive desserts at Portman's Restaurant.

Atica & La Diosa: Top 5 Festive Dishes & Christmas Vibes

Celebrate the festive season at Atica and La Diosa! Five dishes to order that are perfect for sharing.

Nebula Shanghai: Latest Menu A Soulful Head-Turner (Closed)

A chef's deeply personal journey on a plate. New menu at modern Spanish restaurant Nebula Shanghai cements its place in the fine dining scene.

Umami, Unlocked: Hairy Crab Meets Modern Japanese at YONE

Modern Japanese restaurant YONE at The Shanghai EDITION puts a spin on hairy crab with its new tasting menu.

Salt-Less Revisited: Vegetarian in Shanghai That Wows (Closed)

I don’t often write about vegetarian restaurants in Shanghai. But Salt-Less is worth shouting about!

Bistro In Light: Shanghai Tavern X YELLOWKORNER

The Shanghai EDITION and art gallery YELLOWKORNER join to create "Bistro in Light," an art-meets-food project that's not just a meal with pictures on the wall.

China Restaurant Week | Autumn Edition: Dining Deals in Shanghai

China Restaurant Week is back! Hundreds of restaurant deals in Shanghai from August 27 to September 28. Pre-booking opens August 21.

It's Back! Burger & Lobster Pop-Up at The Shanghai EDITION

Of London fame! Burger & Lobster returns to The Shanghai EDITION for a pop-up — lobster rolls, burgers, and whole lobsters.

Celestial Court: 50% Off Exclusive Sets, Huaiyang Cuisine (Closed)

Limited time offer: Two exclusive sharing sets at nearly 50% off and with free-flow at the Huaiyang restaurant at The St. Regis on the Bund, Shanghai.

Sunday's: American Diner with a Japanese Twist (Closed)

Sunday's Modern Diner reimagines the classic American diner through a Japanese lens. Comfort food with a lighter touch in Jing'an, Shanghai.

Grumpy Dog: A Hotdog Haven Slingin’ Gourmet Sausages (Closed)

Grumpy Dog, as the name suggests, is a casual eatery devoted to the humble hotdog. Gourmet sausages, straight-forward drinks, and street-side vibes.

Nebula Shanghai: Second Coming of Spanish Fine Dining (Closed)

A daring combination of Spanish and Asian flavors, peppered with molecular gastronomy. Nebula Shanghai launches its second menu — a bold new take.

Easter Sunday Brunch Buffet at Portman's Restaurant

Easter is almost upon us! Celebrate this festive day with a family-friendly Sunday brunch buffet on April 20 at The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai.

Vegetarian Restaurant Salt-Less: So Good It Converts Meat Eaters (Closed)

Salt-Less is a rare vegetarian restaurants in Shanghai that doesn’t compromise on flavor. Dishes will satisfy die-hard meat lovers.

Get Crazy At Matto: Italian Bar & Salumeria In Jing'an (Closed)

How do Italians do aperitivo? Cocktails, wine, and tons of cold cuts and cheese. Matto by Mammamia brings the vibe to Jing'an, Shanghai.

Just Say YES: Trendy, Affordable Yunnan Restaurant in Shanghai (Closed)

Yunnan Eating Society (YES for short) is a casual and affordable Yunnan restaurant in Shanghai slinging street food and comfort classics in a trendy space in Jing'an district.

Nebula Shanghai: Fine Dining With Spanish Roots (Closed)

Spanish fine dining restaurant Nebula Shanghai launches its inaugural menu by chef Jonatan Rubio, a culmination of his journey and love for molecular cuisine.

Ti-Akol Bistro Revives A Neighborhood Landmark (Closed)

What are Nyonya Kuih? Find Out at Nectar (Closed)

Nyonya kuih, the jewel-toned desserts from the Peranakan culture of Malaysia and Singapore — available right here in Shanghai.

Christmas Buffet Dinner at The Portman Ritz-Carlton 2024

The holiday season continues at Portman's Restaurant with a festive Christmas dinner buffet on December 24 and 25, starting from ¥488 per person. Free-flow available!

Insane Value at Jade on 36 Restaurant Festive Brunch

Jade on 36 Restaurant has a festive semi-buffet brunch that’s hard to resist. At just ¥488 with a glass of sparkling, it's incredible value for the quality!

Bicester Village Shanghai Winter Market Gourmet Festival

Kick off the festive season with the Bicester Lakeside Winter Market — a gourmet festival happening every weekend this December!

Christmas & New Year's at The Waldorf Astoria Shanghai

An all-in-one festive destination with Christmas and New Year's buffet , staycation packages, and a magical Florentine Christmas Village.

OHA Eatery: New Creative Malaysian-Inspired Menu (Closed)

OHA Eatery is doing something really cool with Malaysian cuisine, and is now serving a seasonal menu with dishes inspired by food from Kuching.

YICAFE Festive Buffet & Christmas Cheer at Pudong Shangri-La 2024

All decked out in holiday cheer for the season! All-you-can-eat festive buffet from ¥324. Plus, get up to 20% off through December.

Thanksgiving Buffet Dinner & Turkey To-Go at The Portman

Thanksgiving buffet dinner and festive roasts for home from whole roasted turkey to honey mustard baked ham at The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai.

Spicy Gangster: Chongqing Specialties Bring The Heat (Closed)

Spicy Gangster is a Sichuan restaurant that specializes in Chongqing specialty dishes, located in Jing'an district, Shanghai. A fiery, chili-loaded meal awaits.

Cilan Shanghai: Western Chinese With A Modern Twist (Closed)

Cilan is contemporary restaurant in Shanghai serving up cuisine from Western China with a modern twist, backed by Xibo founder Atina Kuo and chef Sean Bai.

Crush Rolls Out New Gourmet Pizzas & Deals (Closed)

Crush is now churning out gourmet pizzas to complement its modern American bistro menu. Get 20% off your food bill when you book!

Pop-Up! Burger & Lobster at The Shanghai EDITION

​Famed London original Burger & Lobster is doing a pop-up at The Shanghai EDITION — serving from now until September 17!

ROWT Shanghai: Modern Chinese With Cantonese Roots (Closed)

Chef Sean Yue heads up contemporary Chinese restaurant ROWT in Shanghai, serves a creative menu with inspiration from Cantonese cuisine.

Madina For Casual Moroccan Food from Tagines to Pastries (Closed)

Madina is a casual Moroccan restaurant in Jing'an serving up tagines, hearty soups, Moroccan-style pies, and pastries. Easy on the wallet.

Suzie's Garden Introduces Chuan & Thai, Now Serving Thai Food

A restaurant within a restaurant. Suzie's Garden now has Chuan & Thai, serving Thai food in addition to its French & Mediterranean menu.

Bicester Village Shanghai X Stefan Stiller Afternoon Tea

Bicester Village Shanghai partners up with chef Stefan Stiller of Michelin three-star Taian Table for an afternoon tea set.

GOODMAN Shanghai: A Dedicated Smash Burger Diner

GOODMAN brings their brand of smash burgers to Shanghai. Nosh on burgers with lacy, crispy patties at this diner-like eatery in Xuhui.

Spice Crazed: La Fu You Sichuan Kitchen in Jing'an (Closed)

Head over the La Fu You, a new Sichuan restaurant Shanghai's Jing’an district that’s bringing some serious heat. Highly recommended!

Back in Season! Terrace 8 Opens with Free-Flow

Al fresco season is in full swing! Terrace 8 is now open, serving up free-flow ice cold beer and champagne with barbecue.

La Brise: New Daily Brunch Menu & Dinner Dishes (Closed)

La Brise 523 rolls out new dishes for brunch — available every day just in time for terrace season. New dishes for dinner too.

Sunday Brunch at Stiller by Stefan Stiller in Xintiandi (Closed)

Stiller by Stefan Stiller in Xintiandi has a new Sunday brunch-time deal, Lazy Lunch: unlimited dishes with free-flow selected wine!

Easter Sunday Brunch Buffet & Free-Flow at Portman's Restaurant

Celebrate Easter Sunday with a scrumptious brunch buffet at Portman’s Restaurant, The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai on March 31.

Irresistible New Dishes at American Wine Bar Crush (Closed)

New dishes at Crush include sashimi-grade bluefin tuna steak, a mouth-watering beef short-rib, and a classic duck confit with a twist.

New Dishes at Bambino: Nonna's Bolognese & Ossobuco Pie (Closed)

Chef Lucky Lasagna's new dishes at Bambino see fresh handmade pastas and an ossobuco pie. Comforting food with a home-cooked feel.

Catch The Wave! The Cannery's Surf & Turf Special

The Cannery has a surf & turf promo all March long: 500g of M5 rib-eye with a seafood of choice for only ¥398!

Trendy Chinese Wine Bar Song Song For Classic Shanghainese (Closed)

Hip and trendy Chinese wine bar Song Song delivers excellent Shanghainese food. Great vibe and modern space with good service.

A Playful, Modern Spin on Korean Cuisine at NAMU (Closed)

A contemporary Korean set menu with a playful twist at NAMU, a casual and light-hearted experiential restaurant in Jing'an, Shanghai.

Classic Malaysian Dishes at Malaya 19th in Jing'an (Closed)

Malaya 19th is a Malaysian restaurant in Jing’an serving up the greatest hits of my country, namely nasi lemak, satay, and curry laksa.

Let Loose at Woosa: Fan Favorite Taiwanese and Fujian Food (Closed)

Woosa is a restaurant and bar serving Taiwanese and Fujian food on Wuyi Lu in Changning. Casual, dog-friendly, and plenty of outdoor seating.

When Mars Meets Venus: New Year's Eve Countdown

The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai is throwing a themed New Year’s Eve countdown party — When Mars Meets Venus — at The Ritz Bar & Lounge.

Liquid Laundry: All-New Brunch & Jumbo Dinner Roasts (Closed)

Perennial brunch favorite & famed Shanghai restaurant bar Liquid Laundry gets a menu revamp. New brunch dishes and big dinner roasts!

My Bar: Community & Cocktails with Mixologist Nariman

My Bar, an at-home intimate experience cocktail bar led by head mixologist Nariman Abdullayev at The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai.

A Christmas Nordic Yuletide Village at Waldorf Astoria Shanghai

The Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund transforms into a fully festive Nordic Yuletide Village for Christmas from December 8 to 24.

An Enchanted Christmas at Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai

Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai is celebrating Christmas with a lavish 7-course dinner, seafood tower & champagne, and festive buffets.

Celebrate Christmas & New Year’s at Conrad Shanghai

Conrad Shanghai is celebrating Christmas & New Year’s with luxurious set menus and buffet dinners. Win some great prizes including night stays!

Holiday Brunch Feast at Shanghai Tavern, The Shanghai EDITION

Weekend brunch at The Shanghai EDITION hotel on the Bund with a fantastic deal — ¥468 for a semi-buffet, egg courses, steak, and free-flow!

Fantastic Deals & New Dishes at La Brise 523 (Closed)

La Brise 523 is charging full steam ahead, serving up Asian & Cape Malay influenced dishes at Sinan Mansions. Hot deals throughout the week!

Thanksgiving Dinner & Turkey To-Go at The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai

Celebrate Thanksgiving with a dinner buffet on November 23 or order festive to-go sets of roasted turkey and more.

Canton Disco: Modern Cantonese at The Shanghai EDITION (Closed)

Cantonese restaurant Canton Disco at The Shanghai EDITION has just launched a new fall menu. Chic & elegant dining near The Bund.

RooDooDoo by Paul Pairet, Celebrity Chef Opens New Concept at IFC Shanghai (Closed)

Paul Pairet of Michelin-three star Ultraviolet fame opens his latest concept, an all-day restaurant, bakery, and cafe in Lujiazui, Shanghai.

The Venue: Sleek & Swanky Restaurant, Lounge & Club in Jing'an (Closed)

An all-in-one restaurant, lounge, bar, and nightclub in Jing'an. Upmarket fusion food with French influence for a dressy occasion.

Quick Southeast Asian Fix at Nanyang Mama (Closed)

Nanyang Mama is a Southeast Asian restaurant in Jing'an. Simple enough food, good for a casual meal. Nasi lemak, bak kut teh, and satay.

Borderless Cuisine at Sage Shanghai, Chef Jun Nishiyama's New Restaurant (Closed)

Brazen flavors and memorable one-two punches at new Shanghai restaurant Sage. Chef Jun Nishiyama turns fine dining into a casual experience.

Neo-Bistro Alors Dishes Up Modern Chinese Food in Shanghai's Tianzifang (Closed)

Alors is a contemporary Chinese restaurant and wine bar located in Shanghai's Tianzifang, serving up modern Chinese plates with French wines.

La Brise 523 Serves Up Fire Pit Roasts & Brunch in Sinan Mansions (Closed)

Chef Conrad Van Den Heever branches out to open La Brise 523, his first independent restaurant located within Shanghai's Sinan Mansions.

Lalasha For Singaporean & Malaysian Food In Tourist Spot Tianzifang (Closed)

Lalasha is a Southeast Asian restaurant in Tianzifang, serving mostly Singaporean and Malaysian dishes. Laksa, rendang, nasi lemak, and more.

Quick Curry Eel Fix at Manzhong Curry in Jing'an

Manzhong Curry is a tiny 7-seater restaurant on Wanhangdu Lu that specializes in curry rice meals, namely with eel.

Lounge by Topgolf Turns 2! New Menu & Anniversary Party (Closed)

Lounge by Topgolf celebrates two years in Shanghai with a Y2K party. Plus, new Pan-Asian dishes on the menu.

Coco Crew: All Things Coconut, Boozy Drinks & Desserts (Closed)

Coco Crew, a laid-back café and bar dedicated to all things coconut. Tropical vibes, tasty coconut cocktails, and desserts.

Guizhou Restaurant Maolago Expands With Second Location in Jing'an (Closed)

Guizhou restaurant Maolago expands with a second location on Julu Lu, located right above Pass Residence. Guizhou-style hot pot and wine.

Fine Italian Bistro New Wave by Da Vittorio Will Impress (Closed)

New Wave is an Italian restaurant located at the UCCA Edge museum in Hongkou, Shanghai. It's a worthwhile destination for a memorable meal.

Shanghai's The Cannery Powers Up West Coast Spirit with Craft Beer

Beloved Shanghai restaurant and bar The Cannery beefs up their menu of West Coast eats, adds craft beer from Beer Barrel founder Erik Liang.

Road To Rome Returns to The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai

Road To Rome, a modern five-course Italian tasting menu paired with cocktails at The Ritz Bar & Lounge, Shanghai.

AnThai: A Tiny Thai Restaurant With A Speakeasy Bar (Closed)

AnThai is a cozy Thai restaurant with a speakeasy bar located near Xintiandi. Great ambience, good for a low-key date night.

Savor by OSP Pivots To Southeast Asia with Modern Singaporean Bites (Closed)

Multi-concept restaurant and bar OSP joins forces with Singaporean Chef Joey Cheong (UMAAMI) to revamp its gastrolounge food offerings.

CIBVS: Northeastern Italian Comfort Food in Jing'an (Closed)

CIBVS is an Italian restaurant in Jing’an, Shanghai, serving Northeastern Italian in a cozy and elegant space with approachable prices.

T&T for Western and Global Fusion at Honest Prices (Closed)

T&T is a restaurant and bar in The Weave. It's a neighborhood spot that does western food with global nuances and is good value for money.

BBQ & Free-Flow at Terrace 8, The Portman Ritz-Carlton

Terrace 8 at The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai is reopening for the al fresco season, serving up barbecue and free-flow champagne & beer.

Whisk(e)y Wednesdays with Prime Rib at The Cannery

Celebrate hump day at The Cannery. Buy a bottle of whiskey and get a 500g platter of prime rib, plus free sliders during happy hour.

Shanghai Love: Asian-Inspired Brunch & Free-Flow (Closed)

Shanghai Love's Asian-inspired brunch is all about turning your favorite Asian dishes into tasty brunch plates. Free-flow from ¥198.

Pop-Up Brunch: Nasi Lemak Buffet at Lounge by Topgolf (Closed)

Lounge by Topgolf is hosting Singaporean chef Joey Cheong for a brunch buffet pop-up featuring Nasi Lemak on April 22 & 29.

Neo Bistro INT. by Twins Kitchen Serves Up Chinese Fusion (Closed)

INT. is a neo bistro in Jing’an from Hong Kong-based F&B group Twins Kitchen. Chinese fusion small plates paired with organic wines.

Afternoon Tea: Panerai X The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai

The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai partners up with luxury brand Panerai to launch a “Timeless Memories” afternoon tea experience.

Seafood Market Dinner Buffet at The Waldorf Astoria Shanghai

The Waldorf Astoria Shanghai has launched a Seafood Market Dinner Buffet, serving every Friday and Saturday evening. Seafood, cooked to order!

Easter Sunday Brunch Buffet at Portman's Restaurant

The Portman Ritz-Carlton is hosting an Easter Sunday brunch with free-flow for adults and plenty of activities for kids.

Stefan Stiller of Michelin-Starred Taian Table opens a European Restaurant in Xintiandi (Closed)

Stefan Stiller of Michelin three-star Taian Table opens a contemporary European restaurant called Stiller, located in Xintiandi, Shanghai.

Portman's Restaurant Semi-Buffet Lunch with Free-Flow

Portman’s Restaurant has a semi-buffet lunch starting from ¥248, and new Southeast Asian-inspired dishes for dinner. Free-flow packages, too.

Traditional Cantonese & Showpiece Banquet Dishes at Maison Gingko (Closed)

Maison Gingko (文杏馆·臻) is a traditional Cantonese restaurant in Gubei, Shanghai. Expect showy dishes like Jinhua Yushu chicken for dinner.

Modern Chinese: Local Ingredients, Tradition Reimagined at Collectif (Closed)

Collectif is a modern Chinese restaurant in Shanghai that highlights local ingredients through modern interpretations of traditional dishes.

Yak & Yeti: Food From the Himalayan Mountain Range (Closed)

Yak & Yeti is a Himalayan restaurant in Shanghai serving mostly Nepalese food in addition to Tibetan, Indian, and Chinese dishes.

Cantonese Cravings Sated at Dim Sum Society (Closed)

Dim Sum Society is a Cantonese restaurant on Donghu Lu that does traditional Guangdong food with flair, dim sum, and cocktails.

Andalusian Food at La Siesta, Spanish Tapas Bar in Jing'an (Closed)

La Siesta is an Andalusian restaurant and bar from chef Sergio Moreno. A Spanish tapas bar for a casual night out in Jing'an.

Healthy Pita Pocket Sandwiches at Just Pocket (Closed)

Just Pocket is a casual eatery slinging tasty pita pocket sandwiches in Jing'an. A healthy take on the daily sandwich.

Chinese New Year Buffet at The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai

Staying in Shanghai for Chinese New Year? Celebrate the Year of the Rabbit with a festive lunch buffet at The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai.

La Scala's Black Pearl Tasting Menu & New Seasonal Dishes

La Scala Italian restaurant welcomes new chef de cuisine Enrico De Martino, who's just added a tasting menu to show his chops.

OSP Shanghai: An Ambitious Concept with a High-Profile Team (Closed)

An ambitious Shanghai project backed by the former World's 50 Best panel chair with Hope & Sesame on cocktails and a menu from Den, Tokyo.

Christmas Brunch & NYE Dinner at The Portman Ritz-Carlton

The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai is hosting fantastic buffet feasts at Portman's Restaurant for Christmas Day brunch and New Year's Eve dinner.

Italo Trattoria Brings Back Italian Classics & Brunch (Closed)

Italo Trattoria is bringing back rustic Italian classics, adding salt-crusted sea bass, confit duck with merlot sauce & pizzas on the menu.

Bambino: Lucky Lasagna Returns With The Juke Team (Closed)

Chef Lucky Lasagna opens Bambino, a restaurant in Jing'an that serves “unconventional traditional” Italian food alongside excellent cocktails.

Festive Afternoon Tea at The Ritz Bar & Lounge

The Ritz Bar & Lounge at The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai has a Christmas-themed afternoon tea set, available through the festive season.

40% Off Tomahawk & T-Bone Sets at 1515 West Chophouse & Bar

The 1515 West Chophouse & Bar has just launched a new menu of a la carte dishes and seasonal specials by executive sous chef Peter Lin.

Festive Takeaway Sets & Thanksgiving Buffet at The Portman

Plan ahead and entertain in style this holiday season with hassle-free festive takeaway sets from The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai.

Shanghai Wine Bistro Le Verre a vin Gets A Refresh (Closed)

Le Verre a vin, one of Shanghai's longest standing wine bars, relocates to Ferguson Lane with an upgrade in both food and ambiance.

Shanghai Brunch Highlight: Bhacus Wine & Wood Grill

Bhacus is now serving brunch! Classics of Benedicts and steak & eggs, as well as Latin-inspired dishes to share. Two hours of free-flow for ¥250.

A Spooktacular Halloween Buffet Dinner at The Portman

The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai is hosting a spooktacular Halloween buffet dinner on Saturday, October 29 at Portman's Restaurant.

Road To Rome: 5-Course Italian Dinner at The Ritz Bar & Lounge

A five-course Italian menu by chef Davide Mastrangeli that showcases modern interpretations of age-old Roman dishes paired with cocktails by Tural Hassanov.

Post No Bills: An American Dive Bar in Jing'an (Closed)

Post No Bills is an American-inspired neighborhood cocktail bar by bartender Ana Souza. Quirky and tasty concoctions and elevated bar food.

New & Hot: Bhacus Wine & Wood Grill (Closed)

From the Azul Group comes Bhacus, a grill restaurant with a gorgeous terrace serving wood-fired meats and seafood, and affordable wines.

Gin-Forward Cocktail Bar & Restaurant Black Glove (Closed)

Black Glove is a gin-forward cocktail bar & restaurant located near Tianzifang. A sleek and atmospheric space that's great for entertaining.

Creative Coconut Water Drinks at Cucurucu (Closed)

Cucurucu is a café that does creative coconut water based drinks. You’ve heard of juice bars, right? Well, this is a coconut water bar.

Viva! Portuguese Restaurant in Shanghai for Seafood & Brunch (Closed)

A humble yet surprisingly spirited restaurant devoted to Portuguese food in Shanghai. Traditional Portuguese dishes, lots of seafood, and free-flow brunch.

Empty Jar Cozy Hub for Casual Brunching (Closed)

ZUP Pizza Bar for Chicago's tavern-style pizza, yoshoku "Japanese-western" food at Rumor, and brunch at cozy cafe and bar Empty Jar.

ZUP Pizza Bar Brings Chicago Tavern-Style Pizzas to Shanghai

ZUP is a pizza bar in Shanghai that specializes in Chicago tavern-style pizzas. Thin crusts with tasty toppings in a hip, downtown location.

The Azul Group's Latest: Xouk for Asian & Western Food

The Azul Group has expanded their rolodex of concepts yet again with all-day restaurant Xouk in the 1000 Trees mall. A gorgeous terrace in a casual setting.

Ready Cep Go! Mushroom Madness at The Nest

The Nest has just launched a new seasonal menu that spotlights mushrooms sourced from Yunnan. Here's what you should be eating this season.

Topgolf Turns 1! 10 Flavors of Wings & New Pan-Asian Dishes (Closed)

Premier entertainment destination Lounge by Topgolf has just upgraded their menu, adding a whole new host of Pan-Asian dishes to their repertoire.

Korean Bistro ZARI For Comfort Korean & Great Atmosphere (Closed)

ZARI is a modern Korean bistro in Jing'an. A smart and stylish dining room with great ambiance and Korean classics with a contemporary spin.

Ochiyo 1710 For High-Caliber Japanese Omakase in Shanghai (Closed)

Ochiyo 1710 is a Japanese restaurant in Shanghai that does high-caliber omakase, yakitori, and yakiniku, helmed by chef Sun-San.

Summer Glamping & Free-Flow Champagne at Terrace 8

Moët at Terrace 8 has just reopened for the season, and has upgraded the space with glamping tents to go with their free-flow packages.

Union Trading Company Collab With The Ritz Bar & Lounge

The Ritz Bar & Lounge is teaming up with The Union Trading Company for an extended collaboration! UTC to serve cocktails at The Hidden Bar from August 1.

Mystique: New Changning Restaurant & Wine Bar (Closed)

New on Yuyuan Lu is Mystique, a sultry, dim-lit restaurant and wine bar serving continental cuisine and curated wines at competitive prices.

Mooncake Gift Boxes from The Portman Ritz-Carlton

Celebrations for Mid-Autumn Festival are not complete without the gift giving of mooncakes, and The Portman Ritz-Carlton has two gift boxes for the season.

3 New Menus: Lost Bistro, Frasca, Carrot & Cleaver

Hainanese chicken and French-style roast at Lost Bistro, Italian restaurant Frasca launches its seasonal menu, and vegan meal plans by Carrot & Cleaver.

Free Madeleines at French Bakery & Patisserie Madeleine (Closed)

Madeleine is a French bakery & patisserie in Shanghai that specializes in artisanal baked goods with a focus on madeleines. Summer specials on sweet treats!

Mosto Shanghai, A Classy Yet Casual Destination (Closed)

Beijing stalwart Mosto opens in Shanghai. The contemporary western restaurant also boasts a uniquely beautiful space to go with their eclectic menu.

BoCa: Gut-Busting Colombian & Venezuelan Comfort Food (Closed)

BoCa Latin Flavors is a home-style restaurant and bar in Jing’an that serves heavy-hitting Colombian and Venezuelan dirty-in-a-good-way comfort food.

RYE&CO: More Epic Steak Deals, ¥488 For Wagyu Strip (Closed)

RYE&CO has a new crazy good steak deal: M7 Wagyu New York Strip Au Poivre for just ¥488. Plus, the 1kg prime rib-eye is now an on-going deal!

Bun Cha Cha Grill Brings Vietnamese Barbecue to Shanghai (Closed)

In an ode to Vietnamese barbecue comes Bun Cha Cha Grill, a Vietnamese restaurant and bar brought to you by award-winning chef Danyi Gao.

Laowine: Delivery Wines from ¥58 to Shanghai & All Around China

Laowine is a wine delivery platform that offers wines at excellent prices, and delivery is free. Next day delivery for Shanghai, ships to all around China.

Charlie's Beer Garden X Great Leap Brewing: Craft Beer, Pizza & More (Closed)

Charlie’s, in collaboration with Beijing's Great Leap Brewing has opened Charlie’s Beer Garden. Pizza, Cantonese food, burgers, beer, and rooftop seating.

The Showroom Shanghai: An Italian Designer Speakeasy Bar (Closed)

The Showroom is an Italian speakeasy bar located above a designer furniture store on Jiaozhou Lu, Shanghai. It’s uber chic, and not your typical speakeasy.

v2, Ready-To-Eat: Australia's Leading Plant-Based Brand Arrives in China

Australia's plant-based brand v2 launches in China, along with ready-to-eat products. A product review of the latest collaboration with Nicola Coppi.

Crush: New York Style Wine Bistro & Brunch in Jing'an (Closed)

Crush is an unpretentious New York-style wine bistro serving modern American food in Jing’an, Shanghai. Plus, they have a great brunch free-flow deal.

Sangou Japanese Restaurant: Modern Omakase, Yakitori & Tempura (Closed)

Sangou is a creative high-end Japanese restaurant in Gubei, Shanghai. It’s a three-pronged concept, serving omakase, yakitori, and tempura.

UP Shanghai X TAIGA Wednesdays for Slavic Food & Shisha (Closed)

From the team behind UP Shanghai comes TAIGA, a new Slavic restaurant and bar due to open this year. As a pre-heat, they're popping up at UP on Wednesdays.

Spread: Cafe Bar in Jing'an For Tartines & Wine(Closed)

Spread is an all-day café bar in Jing'an that does tartines (open-faced sandwiches) and wines. It's a bright, sunny space that's also dog-friendly.

Crazy Good Steak Deal at RYE&CO (Closed)

RYE&CO steakhouse at Xintiandi Plaza has an amazing steak deal all throughout January. Get a 1kg USDA prime bone-in rib-eye for ¥488.

3 New Openings: Shanghai Love, Genesis, SUR (All Closed)

Beverage brand Shanghai Love opens a brick & mortar, automotive brand Genesis has a restaurant in Xintiandi, and Mediterranean restaurant SUR in Tianzifang.

New Year's Eve Boogie-Woogie at The Portman Ritz-Carlton

Time to put on your most fabulous retro outfits and dance the night away at The Ritz Bar & Lounge's Boogie-Woogie New Year’s Eve party and countdown.

Christmas & New Year's at Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai

Christmas & New Year's is fast approaching! If you haven't made plans yet here's what the Mandarin Oriental has in store for the festive season.

Christmas & New Year's Celebration at Fairmont Peace Hotel

The Cathay Room at the Fairmont Peace Hotel is celebrating the festivities with dinners and brunches for Christmas and New Year’s Eve.

Christmas Dinner at The Portman Ritz-Carlton

The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai is celebrating Christmas Eve with a family-friendly dinner buffet at Portman’s Restaurant. Free-flow packages available.

Global Robata & Brunch at Dreamer by BIBIMI Group (Closed)

Dreamer is a new restaurant on Wuding Lu that serves a global menu of charcoal grilled dishes, plus a traditional brunch menu.

Lazy Sunday Boozy Brunch at La Barra

La Barra has just launched a "Lazy Sunday Brunch" featuring Spanish-inspired brunch dishes of truffled eggs and grilled octopus alongside free-flow.

Eldvino Thai, Modern Thai Restaurant on Changle Lu (Closed)

Eldivino Thai is a modern Thai restaurant on Changle Lu. The flavors are authentic, punchy, and aromatic, and it’s all done in a polished setting.

Festive Afternoon Tea at The Ritz Lounge & Bar

The Ritz Bar & Lounge at The Portman Ritz-Carlton has a festive afternoon tea set and afternoon tea buffet from now until January 1.

New Winter Menu at La Scala, The Sukhothai Shanghai

Italian restaurant La Scala at The Sukhothai Shanghai has a new winter menu, featuring a wild mushroom paccheri pasta and a roasted venison loin.

Turkey To-Go from Fairmont Peace Hotel Shanghai

Order your festive turkey to-go set from the Fairmont Peace Hotel. Available for Thanksgiving through Christmas and New Year's Eve, pick-up or delivery!

Thanksgiving & Mini-Golf, Festive Feasts at Topgolf (Closed)

Lounge by Topgolf is celebrating Thanksgiving & Christmas with dinner set menus. Plus, Thanksgiving dinner buffet with free-flow and unlimited mini-golf.

Sichuan Flavor Studio: Private Restaurant For Excellent Sichuan Food in Shanghai (Closed)

Sichuan Flavor Studio (川味工作室) is a small private dining restaurant in Xuhui that serves the high caliber traditional Sichuan cuisine.

Turkey To-Go and Thanksgiving Buffet at The Portman

The Portman has a Thanksgiving dinner buffet with free-flow on November 25. Plus, festive to-go sets available for takeaway or delivery.

Italo Trattoria: New Winter Dishes of Pasta & Gorgonzola Steak (Closed)

Casual Italian restaurant and bar Italo Trattoria has just launched its winter menu. Truffle pecorino pasta, gorgonzola steak, and a juicy roasted chicken.

Suzie Fine French Bistro in Shanghai (Closed)

Suzie is a fine French bistro in Shanghai for traditionally buttery French dishes and fine wines. Excellent for date nights and special occassions.

Monkey 47 Gin Launches Supper Club Series in Shanghai

Monkey 47 gin is launching Monkey 47 Supper Club, an on-going dinner series in Shanghai that pairs cocktails with food. This first edition is at Oha Eatery.

Travel China Through Cocktails at The Ritz Bar & Lounge

The Ritz Bar & Lounge launches A Sip of the Orient, an innovative cocktail menu inspired by China’s eight renowned cuisines.

Lounge by Topgolf: Uber Cool Entertainment Arena in Shanghai (Closed)

Lounge by Topgolf is a sports entertainment destination in Shanghai that has mini-golf and digitized games, and Pan-Asian inspired food and cocktails.

Soirée at The Ritz Bar Sept 17 | Dark Circus & Cocktails

The Ritz Bar & Lounge at The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai celebrates its 5th anniversary on September 17. Cocktails and a "cirque sombre" performance.

RŌZO 芦苇: New Casual Wine Bar in Jing'an (Closed)

RŌZO 芦苇 is a new casual wine bar that's just opened on Wuding Lu in Jing'an. It’s a cozy bar with agreeably priced wines and Pan-Asian inspired dishes.

New Brunch Alert! Italo: Semi-Buffet & Free-Flow (Closed)

Italo has a new brunch, and it's an excellent deal—¥168 for the semi-buffet and one main course—and free-flow starts at ¥98 for two hours.

theWarehouse: A Micro Wine Bar & Wine Shop (Closed)

From the team behind Ottimo comes theWarehouse, a micro wine bar and grab-and-go wine shop in Surpass Court. Premium wines at retail prices.

Vita Nostra Sunday Brunch at The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong

Scena Italian Restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong has a semi-buffet Sunday brunch dedicated to Italian cuisine—pizzas, pastas, steaks, and more!

Weekend Seafood Dinner Buffet at Portman's Restaurant

Portman’s Restaurant has a seafood dinner buffet featuring dishes from sashimi to Singaporean chili seafood platters. Dinner is ¥488 with free-flow drinks.

Let’s Talk Wine: Ottimo’s Success Story

How this wine bar and restaurant sold 10,000 bottles of wine in 8 months since opening in an interview with their founder and sommelier.

New & Hot: Bonica, Mediterranean Grill & Bar (Closed)

Bonica is one of the most anticipated new openings this year. It's a beautifully designed chef-driven Mediterranean restaurant and bar in Jing'an, Shanghai.

Nomfluence X Dodu: Ayam Percik! Limited Time Only!

I made a whole-roasted ayam percik for a two-week collab with rotisserie Dodu. Chicken, marinated in curry spices, coconut cream, and fresh lemongrass.

Weekend Free-Flow at Starbucks Reserve Roastery Shanghai

Starbucks Reserve Roastery Shanghai launches an all-you-can-drink and eat deal for the weekend. Unlimited drinks and food for ¥398 on Friday and Saturday.

BANDIT Strikes Again: Third Location in Grand Gateway (Closed)

The newest location of BANDIT at Grand Gateway—outdoor seating, all-day brunch, and grilled meats. Free mocktails and half-off natural wine for readers!

Pop-Up: Banana Leaf Party by Nomfluence on June 23

Italo Trattoria: Italian Comfort Food & Spiffy Cocktails (Closed)

Italo Trattoria is a casual Italian restaurant and bar in Jing'an, Shanghai. Italian comfort food, wine and cocktails, plus a fun, lively atmosphere.

Colombian Food & Cocktails at LatinLand Restaurant Bar Lounge Shanghai (Closed)

LatinLand is a new restaurant, lounge and club in Jing’an, Shanghai. Get this—heavy hitting Latin food, namely, Colombian food, coming your way!

Prime Steaks, Rooftop Drinks & Grill at THE CUT (Closed)

Steaks, happy hour and grilled meats at The CUT restaurants in Shanghai. Get 10% off food and 30% off drinks when you book with Nomfluence.

Endless Sundae Summer: Swirlz, New Ice Cream Bar (Closed)

Swirlz is a new ice cream bar on Yuyuan Lu, Shanghai. What's different? Funky flavors like the soy sauce caramel, pandan coconut, milk tea and more!

Le Daily: New Sandwich Bar in Jing'an, Shanghai (Closed)

Le Daily is a sandwich bar in Jing'an serving up a rotating menu of sammies alongside cocktails, natural wine and coffee.

3 Excellent Lunch Deals: Highline, Oha Eatery, Popot

Here are three great value lunch deals in Shanghai. Steak frites at Highline, Guizhou-inspired food at Oha Eatery and a global selection at Popot.

Khan Chacha: New & Exciting Modern Indian Fusion in Shanghai (Closed)

This gem is worth its salt. Eat some delicious Indo-Persian cuisine in Shanghai at Khan Chacha. Curries and heady spices with Western flair.

Glory: Luminary Bartender Cross Yu's New Cocktail Bar (Closed)

Glory, a cocktail bar from a man that should make the top five on any list of Shanghai bartenders—Cross Yu. Now open in Jing'an, Shanghai.

Free-Flow Bubbly at Terrace 8, Portman Ritz-Carlton

Five hours of free-flow champagne for ¥458 at Terrace 8, The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai. Spectacular views of Jing’an with bubbly and food.

Four Hours of Free-Flow Champagne at Terrace 8

Free-flow bubbly for four hours on this rooftop terrace in Jing'an! Get that unlimited bubbly for just ¥415. Details within!

BANDIT II: New on Julu Lu with Rooftop Terraces (Closed)

A second location of BANDIT has just opened on Julu Lu. It looks like it’ll be this season’s popular destination for sun-worshipers and terrace hunters.

Easter Brunch Buffet at The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai

Easter Sunday is on April 4! Celebrate it with a bountiful brunch buffet and free-flow bubbly at The Portman Ritz-Carlton for just ¥568.

True Blue American Barbecue at Bubba's Food Co. (Closed)

Bubba's is one of the older names in the city. Often imitated but never surpassed, it's the go-to spot for good ol' Texan barbecue in Shanghai.

Zodiac: Star-Sign Cocktails & A Cool DIY Station (Closed)

The latest cocktail lounge in Shanghai comes from Geo Valdivieso. Baroque paintings, star-sign inspired cocktails and a DIY cocktail station.

Forever Reliable: Elixir Health Pot For Healthy Hotpot in Shanghai (Closed)

Elixir Health Pot is a Taiwanese hotpot chain in Shanghai that specializes in healthy broths. Plus you get unlimited “tofu bread” and duck blood with every order.

Pie Society's Pie Week Starts Today! March 1-7

In March 2021, Shanghai's Pie Society brings back a week dedicated to all things British wrapped in fluffy, pastry dough. What does pie worship look like?

Hurry Into Heritage! 50% Off, Guest Bartenders & Chefs

Hurry Into Heritage is BACK! Four weeks of 50% off drinks, 14 guest bartenders and 3 guest chefs at Heritage by Madison from February 16 to March 16.

The Curry Gaeng For Irresistible Thai Curries in Shanghai (Closed)

The Curry Gaeng is a casual restaurant in Shanghai specializing in regional Thai curries. You won’t find a better Thai eatery for fiery, fragrant curries.

Try This: CooKit, Meal Kits by Shanghai Chefs

CooKit is a community driven meal-kit that promotes a home cooking experience curated by Shanghai chefs. I gave it a go, and here’s what it is all about.

Creative "Gemstone" Cocktails at The ZUK Bar, Sukhothai Shanghai

The ZUK Bar at the Sukhothai Shanghai has a new immersive cocktail experience: The Gemstone Box. These creative cocktails deserve your attention.

Lucky You for Cantonese BBQ & Dim Sum in Shanghai (Closed)

​Lucky You is a Cantonese restaurant in Shanghai serving all-day dim sum and excellent Cantonese barbecue. It’s affordable, tasty and open late.

Sunday Brunch: Seafood & Champagne at The Cathay Room

The Cathay Room at the Fairmont Peace Hotel, Shanghai has a Sunday brunch buffet that is made for seafood lovers. Brunch & free-flow champagne for ¥898.

A Southeast Asian Feast at Portman's Restaurant

Southeast Asian food at Portman's Restaurant—curried lamb shanks, saucy chili crab, heaving bowls of wok-fried noodles and durian dessert.

Sandwiches & More! Bites & Brews Now in Lujiazui (Closed)

Bites & Brews just opened a fourth location in Lujiazui’s Super Brand Mall, their second location in Pudong. Sandwiches and brunch right here.

Ottimo: Hot New Wine Bar & Restaurant in Shanghai

Rustic European and modern Asian fare at Ottimo, the hot new wine bar and restaurant in Shanghai. Excellent atmosphere, value for money and great service.

Maolago: Inventive Guizhou Food, Cocktails & Hotpot (Closed)

Maolago is a restaurant and bar in Shanghai that serves contemporary Guizhou bar snacks, hotpot, wine and cocktails. Good for dates and adventurous palates.

Barbarian Opens in Plaza 66: Grilled Meats & Craft Cocktails (Closed)

Charcoal-grilled meat platters, skewers and cocktails—Barbarian opens a new location in Plaza 66. New grilled sets, cocktails and a killer rooftop.

Roaring 20s New Year’s Eve Party with Free-Flow at The Portman

Plans for NYE? Party at The Portman with free-flow Chandon sparkling for ¥538 plus stand the chance to win some amazing lucky draw prizes.

Hot Deal: Gourmet Turkey To-Go Set for ¥998 from Peace Hotel

Looking for the best deal on turkey to-go for Thanksgiving and Christmas in Shanghai? This comes with all the sides and trimmings, plus a bottle of wine.

Thanksgiving Buffet Dinner & Turkey To-Go From Portman’s Restaurant

Roasted turkey & all the trimmings! Thanksgiving dinner with free-flow at The Portman Ritz-Carlton Shanghai and turkey to-go.

Event Highlight: Carlos Sotomayor X Mikkeller Nov 21

Chef Carlos Sotomayor is back in Shanghai for spell, and is cooking Peruvian food with a series of pop-ups all over town. This one at Mikkeller Shanghai.

Book Your Events for Xmas, NYE & Company Functions at Colca & Azul

Book your year-end company functions, Christmas and New Year's Eve at Colca and Azul. Details on food and drink packages, catering and event spaces here.

Halloween Buffet & Cabaret at Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai

Family-friendly Halloween dinner buffet, ¥298 adults, half-price for kids. Plus: an immersive theater performance and special room packages.

Trick or Treat Halloween Party @ Shanghai Brew House Jing'an

Shanghai Brew House Jing’an is throwing a Halloween party this Saturday, October 31. Drink and food deals, a costume contest, and pumpkin pie ale!

Future Food Studio: Plant-Based Cooking with JUST Egg

The creators of JUST Egg have just built a pop-up kitchen, Future Food Studio, for free cooking classes at the Jing An Kerry Centre Piazza.

Cooking Plant-Based: JUST Egg @ Future Food Studio

Learn creative recipes made with JUST Egg from Shanghai chefs at this month-long event. Sign up for a free cooking workshop at Future Food Studio.

BANDIT: Right Out Of A Scene From Blade Runner (Closed)

New in Jing’an is BANDIT. It’s wild, loud, and wacky, and looks like a scene right out of Blade Runner 2049. It's a restaurant & bar from the BIBIMI Group.

UnTour Food Tours: Hairy Crab & Koreatown

​Looking for things to do during October Holidays and beyond? Eat hairy crab and explore Koreatown with Shanghai's own UnTour Food Tours.

Don't Miss: Heritage Eats Food Festival Sept 26

Heritage Eats is a Shanghai food festival that explores cultural heritage through delicious food. More than 20 Shanghai chefs show their stuff this weekend!

Drink Up: CRUSH Wine Festival Sept 25-27

Oenophiles take note, CRUSH Wine Festival is back for a three-day outdoor event at JingAn Kerry Centre The Piazza from Friday to Sunday, September 25-27.

Strictly Cookies Mookies Are Now On Sale

Mooncake-inspired cookies from Shanghai's own Strictly Cookies. Gift boxes of six cookies on sale now. Here are this year's flavors.

Dosage: New Wine Bar & Bakery on Julu Lu, Shanghai (Closed)

Dosage is a bakery and wine bar in Shanghai with a curated wine list of 40+ labels. Madeleines are their signature, but don't miss the cinnamon buns.

Free-Flow Champagne at Terrace 8, Portman Ritz-Carlton

Five hours of free-flow champagne for ¥458 at Terrace 8, The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai. Spectacular views of Jing'an with bubbly and food.

Italo Has A New Menu: Stellar Pastas & Negronis (Closed)

Casual Italian restaurant and lounge bar Italo brings contemporary Italian fare and cocktails to Jing'an. Get 20% off and more!

Shanghai Brunch: Heritage by Madison's New Brunch Menu (Closed)

Heritage by Madison is a modern American restaurant in Shanghai. It's one of my favorite restaurants. Brunch is ¥188 for 3 dishes, free-flow from at ¥98.

New Menu: La Scala For Regional Italian & Seafood in Shanghai

​Italian restaurant La Scala at The Sukhothai Shanghai, has just refreshed their menu for the season with seafood at the forefront.

Book Your Private Event Space in Shanghai: Colca We Room (Closed)

Looking for a venue in Shanghai to host your private or corporate event? Colca We Room has the capacity for private, corporate and commercial events.

Book Your Private Event in Shanghai: Kempinski The One

Looking for the perfect space in Shanghai for your private event? Kempinski The One has a gorgeous terrace for barbecues, canapés and cocktails.

New Bread Delivery in Shanghai: MediterraneaN Bakery

MediterraneaN Bakery is a new delivery-friendly grocer that has plenty of fresh baked breads and pastries. Bread delivery available throughout Shanghai.

Brunch Spotlight: Ars & Delecto's New Brunch Menu (Closed)

Ars & Delecto is a craft cocktail bar by night and modern bistro by day located on Jinxian Lu. They've just launched a brunch menu with free-flow options.

Eat Plant-Based in Shanghai: Z-Rou & Plant-Based Food in China

Z-Rou is Shanghai's own plant-based "meat" product—try it at these five restaurants. Plus: commentary from chefs and operators on plant-based food in China.

Lounge-Bar The Apartment Shanghai Is Back In Business (Closed)

The Apartment is a lounge-bar/nightlife spot located on Huaihai Zhong Lu, Shanghai. It first opened in 2010 and closed in 2017. It's now making a comeback.

LA-Style Hip-Hop/Trap Night Club 满MANIA Opens in Found 158 (Closed)

满MANIA is a new LA-style nightclub in Shanghai with a focus on hip-hop, trap, and dubstep. Cocktail towers, easy-going cocktails, and edgy entertainment.

Yakingtori: Easy-Going Yakitori & Highballs (Closed)

Yakingtori is a cheap and cheerful Japanese restaurant in Shanghai that does yakitori, grilled skewers. Easy-going spot for a bite and some highballs.

Popular Lounge The Apartment Is Reopening (Closed)

The Apartment, the popular NYC SoHo-inspired lounge/restaurant, is reopening on Huaihai Zhong Lu, Shanghai. Soft opening on June 25.

Rye & Co Turns Into An Upmarket Steakhouse (Closed)

Rye & Co is a classic American steakhouse in Shanghai. The restaurant has an intimate dining room and gorgeous terrace. Steak deals within!

Crayfish Buffet at Café Liang, Jing An Shangri-La

Fans of crayfish can now eat this freshwater delicacy by the dozens at the buffet at Café Liang, Jing An Shangri-La, along with other roasts and seafood.

Barbaric Feasts & Brunch at Barbarian North Bund (Closed)

Barbarian North Bund is a restaurant and bar in Shanghai that serves a global menu of grilled steaks, skewers and brunch. Don't miss the custom cocktails.

Sexy Bagels! Tomatito X Spread The Bagel Menu

Spread The Bagel is joining forces with Tomatito to launch a limited time only Sexy Bagel Menu, available everyday until May 31.

SOiF Natural Wine Bar in Shanghai for European Bites & Wine (Closed)

SOiF is a natural wine bar in Shanghai that serves French and European-influenced bites. A refined and comforting food menu supports the curated wine list.

The Broken Dagger: Slick New Speakeasy in Shanghai (Closed)

The Broken Dagger is a speakeasy cocktail bar in Shanghai that throws iconography in with showy drinks and daring personality.

Area 501 For Caribbean Food in Shanghai

Area 501 is Shanghai’s only restaurant dedicated to Caribbean food. It’s a homey, casual restaurant with an inviting terrace. Here is what to expect.

Burnt Basque Cheesecake from Ms P

Burnt cheesecake—the ugly duckling of cheesecakes has made it to Shanghai in the form of Ms P, a new brand from the co-founder of Brut Eatery.

Delivery Hotline: Comfort Foods To Your Door

Looking for some great food delivery options in Shanghai? Here are some comfort foods you can order via Eleme, Meituan, or Sherpa's.

Pop-Up Brunch: Azul’s Brunch at Colca North Bund (Closed)

Backed by popular demand, Azul brings its Peruvian-inspired brunch to North Bund, Shanghai. Brunch starts at ¥168 for two courses, free-flow cava for ¥150.

Sunday BBQ Brunch at Chameleon (Closed)

Chameleon is a cocktail bar and restaurant in Shanghai. They've just launched a Sunday barbecue brunch with a massive BBQ platter and a belt-busting burger.

Colca Opens Second Location at North Bund (Closed)

Crowd favorite Peruvian restaurant Colca has opened a second location at North Bund, Hongkou. Easy access for those traveling from Pudong.

Bau Bros: OHA Eatery Does Baos

OHA Eatery has reopened, kicking off a bau (bao?) special called Bau Bros, offering six different baus for dine-in and delivery.

Pop-Up: MSG by Austin Hu at Egg

"MSG"—a pop-up inspired by late-night NYC romps and izakaya culture. Austin Hu of Heritage by Madison is popping up at Egg! Fridays & Saturdays this March.

Pie Society Turns 4! Deals & Delivery

Shanghai’s seminal pie company Pie Society celebrates their 4-year anniversary with deals! They've also launched a delivery platform with great kickbacks!

Casual Vietnamese Restaurant Pho To Shop

Pho To Shop is a casual Vietnamese restaurant in Jing'an operated by the same people behind Cyclo. Vietnamese favorites suitable for a quick no-frills meal.

Chameleon: Travel-Inspired Cocktails and Food (Closed)

Chameleon is cocktail bar & restaurant by Shanghai veteran bartenders Carson Xie and Eddy Yang. The concept rotates themes every six months.

Charcohol: Gastrolounge for Cocktails and Global Cuisine (Closed)

CHARCOHOL is a gastrolounge in Shanghai that serves craft cocktails by acclaimed mixologist Cross Yu and global cuisine inspired by the charcoal grill.

Hainanese Chicken Rice at Asian Plus (Closed)

Asian Plus is a casual restaurant serving Malaysian-inspired food, namely, Hainanese chicken rice. Good for a cheap meal and a taste of Southeast Asia.

Lady Vietnam for Pho and Curry on Rice

Lady Vietnam is a cozy Vietnamese restaurant and café on Yongkang Lu. The service is lovely, the space homey, and the portions massive.

Bak Kut Teh at Ng Ah Sio Shanghai (Closed)

Ng Ah Sio Bak Kut Teh is a popular Singaporean restaurant chain that has opened their first Shanghai outpost in the newly minted One ITC mall in Xujiahui.

Shanghai Brunch: Heritage by Madison (Closed)

East-meets-West brunch at Heritage by Madison. Self-described as "80’s era dim sum carts meets New York brunch without boundaries."

Cozy Cafe KIN Urban Thai Kitchen (Closed)

KIN Urban Thai Kitchen is a casual Thai restaurant in Shanghai. The cozy cafe has a northern Thai accent and dishes are comforting and easily likeable.

3 New Openings: Popot, Perch, Oxalis

Featuring two new restaurants and a cocktail bar in Shanghai—Fine dining recipes in a jar at Popot, neighborhood bar Perch, contemporary French at Oxalis.

Man Long Chun for Xiaolongbao & Scallion Oil Noodles (Closed)

Man Long Chun is a small restaurant in Shanghai serving the most famous of Shanghainese foods—the xiaolongbao. Here's what to order.

Brunch Under ¥100 at Chuckville American Barbecue Restaurant (Closed)

American barbecue restaurant and sports bar Chuckville now has brunch—barbecue, eggs, steak, and bottomless coffee.

JUJU: Unlimited Korean BBQ and Drinks on The Bund (Closed)

JUJU is a Korean barbecue restaurant in Shanghai, located on the Bund. It’s an fun and funky destination with a low average check, and is open late.

Shanghai Brunch: Birds of Paradise for Eggs and Booze (Closed)

Birds of Paradise is a tiki bar and restaurant in Shanghai by mixologist Yao Lu and chef Austin Hu. Great cocktails, Polynesian-inspired food, and brunch.

New on The Bund: CE LA VI Shanghai (Closed)

CÉ LA VI Shanghai is a bar/club/restaurant on The Bund. Their MO involves an iconic rooftop locale, modern Asian food, cocktails, and rave-worthy parties.

3 Hotel Restaurant Updates: 1515 West, Bespoke, Urban Cafe

Menu updates at three solid hotel restaurants in Shanghai. Featuring two steakhouses, 1515 and Bespoke, and Southeast Asian restaurant Urban Cafe.

Hot Table: Perch by The Nest Pop-Up

Perch is a pop-up dining experience by the team behind The Nest. Chef Freddy Raoult's 10-course menu pulls no punches. This is one you don't want to miss.

3 Chinese Restaurants in Shanghai: Chi Zi Ji, Tak Lung Siu Mei, Xun Noodles

Here are three cheap Chinese restaurant in Shanghai. Featuring a decade-old cheungfun shop, a new Cantonese barbecue restaurant, and crab roe noodles.

Crazy-Extra Hotpot on the Bund: The Way of The Dragon (Closed)

Entertainment dining at its finest. A look inside "The Way of The Dragon", an excessively extravagant Sichuan-style hotpot restaurant on the Bund.

24 Flavors of Sichuan at The Peacock Room (Closed)

Sampling the 24 compound flavors of Sichuan cuisine at contemporary Chinese restaurant The Peacock Room in Shanghai. Set menu only for ¥350.

Hungry in Shanghai Restaurant Guide with Exclusive Deals

Featuring 40 Shanghai venues in this exquisite guide by The Asia Collective. Get exclusive deals at some of the best restaurants in Shanghai.

Non-Alcoholic Wine Kolonne 0 Finds a Market in China

Kolonne 0 is a premium non-alcoholic wine made to pair well with food, and as an alternative to other non-alcoholic beverages like water, soda, and juices.

Shanghai Brunch: Atto Primo (Closed)

Brunch at Atto Primo is ¥258 for three courses, sharing welcome, and includes unlimited black coffee or tea. Here's what it looks like.

Special Occasion: Napa for the Degustation Menu and Wine (Closed)

Napa Wine Bar & Kitchen is a modern European restaurant with the largest wine collection in Shanghai. Check out their degustation menu.

Indian Fine Dining: The Tandoor, Serving Shanghai Since 1994 (Closed)

Shanghai's Indian fine dining restaurant The Tandoor serves a largely northern Indian menu with dishes inspired by and from along the Silk Route.

New Restaurants: Chuckville, Jobu, ROUROU (Closed)

Here are three new restaurants you might have missed. Chuckville slays with BBQ, neighborhood bar Jobu serves Taiwanese bites, and crayfish rolls at ROUROU.

Table for Eight: Modern Chinese Supper Club

Supper club Table for Eight introduces a modern Chinese menu with former Odette R&D chef Johnston Teo leading the charge. Pop-up starts July 31 in Shanghai.

Barbecue Time: Sunday Cookout at UP Shanghai (Closed)

UP Shanghai is rolling out a big ol’ grill onto the terrace for Sunday Cookout, serving up heavy-hitting barbecue every Sunday until the foreseeable future.

Wine & The City: Shanghai's Premier Wine Social

Looking for gourmet wine events that don't suck? Wine & The City has you covered. This is fine wine over dinner at some of the best restaurants in Shanghai.

BOR Eatery: Chef Kasper Pedersen's New Restaurant (Closed)

A casual dining restaurant that revolves around a seasonal chef-driven menu led by Danish chef Kasper Pedersen. Josper-fired seafoods and meats ahead.

Mad Science Cocktails and Pastas at Arch by Taste Buds (Closed)

Arch explores the spectrum of distillates in craft cocktails and plays on east-meets-west ingredients. That, and surprisingly good pastas.

Heritage by Madison: Austin Hu's Legacy on a Plate (Closed)

Austin Hu's Heritage by Madison serves up a seamless mix of Western and Asian influences. It's one of those "I'll have one of everything" meals.

Botanik: Proof That Shanghai Can Have a Sustainable Restaurant (Closed)

Botanik is a seasonal, mostly plant-based sustainable restaurant in Shanghai. It's a food discovery experience you don't want to miss.

Street Chefs Vol. 2 at UP Shanghai May 19

Street Chefs food and drink festival is back for round two! Ten chefs from some of the best restaurants in the city will be serving up festival foods.

Trends: The Current State of Gin

Gin is having a revival, and has been for the last five years. The three big trends include experiential classes, pink gin, and China's growing market.

Frasca Italian Restaurant: Pasta and Josper Meats (Closed)

Chef Marino D'Antonio puts his touch on Italian restaurant Frasca at the Middle House. Go here for the pastas, especially the duck ragu.

Shanghai's FEAST Food Festival 2019 (May 24-26) - Tickets Here

Shanghai's most popular food festival is back! This year's line up sees more than 15 chefs and bartenders. Get your tickets for FEAST right here.

Ifuku Isaribi: Fancy Japanese in Plaza 66 (Closed)

Robata style cooking and prized kinmedai fish at Ifuku Isaribi. A look at how this Japanese restaurant fares in Plaza 66 mall.

Portman's The Souk Sunday Brunch Buffet

The brunch buffet at Portman's Restaurant, Portman Ritz-Carlton Shanghai. Fresh seafood, 16 kinds of cheese, an excellent carving station, and more.

C Pearl: Journey to Pudong for Seafood, Charcuterie, and Steak

C Pearl challenges the stigma of being a Pudong mall restaurant and surpasses expectations with

Shanghai Late Night Eats: Tentekomai Izakaya (Closed)

Tentekomai is an unpretentious izakaya on Sinan Lu. Their calling card? Tiny gyozas, fried bites, and drinks for real cheap.

Bun Cha Cha: Not Your Typical Vietnamese Restaurant (Closed)

Bun Cha Cha is a Vietnamese restaurant in Shanghai that specializes in bun cha, a Vietnamese street food of rice vermicelli, grilled pork, and fish sauce.

Rye & Co: Nordic-Inspired All-Day Brunch by The Nest Team (Closed)

Rye & Co's casual all-day brunch with a Nordic-inspired twist makes mall dining sexy. Brought to you by the people behind The Nest and The Cannery.

Best Bloody Marys in Shanghai

If you love Bloody Marys as much as I do, you'd find this list helpful. Here's a list of Bloody Marys at some of my favorite restaurants & bars in Shanghai.

DODU: French Rotisserie Chicken in Shanghai (Closed)

Shopping for rotisserie chicken in Shanghai? DODU does the best ones. Here's what I usually order at this French rotisserie.

Brunch & Dinner: Creative Small Plates at Bird Shanghai (Closed)

Shanghai-native surgeon turned chef Chris Zhu serves a creative menu of small, sharing plates, marrying Western dishes with a hint of Chinese ingredients.

Shanghai Brunch Bucket List: The Commune Social (Closed)

When deciding on where to brunch in Shanghai, The Commune Social makes everyone's must-do list. Here's what you should order.

Swedish Cafe Franchise Wayne's Coffee Opens in Shanghai (Closed)

Swedish franchise Wayne's Coffee opens its first location in Shanghai—Swedish culture, sustainability, and organic coffee. Plus, something called Tom Tits.

Nakama: The Pleasures of Wagyu Beef Yakiniku & Izakaya

Sinful cuts of charcoal grilled dry-aged premium wagyu beef and delicious izakaya bites at Nakama, a Japanese yakiniku in Shanghai.

Singapore’s PS Cafe Opens in Shanghai. What’s It Like?

Singapore's popular cafe chain PS.Cafe opens in Shanghai's newly refurbished Xintiandi Plaza. Why the hype? Here's what you should order.

Monkey: Shanghai's Fixture Reopens as a Killer Cocktail Bar (Closed)

Monkey is a cocktail bar and lounge in Shanghai with acclaimed mixologist Jackie Lo at the helm. Craft cocktails, chili cheese burgers, and hip-hop.

Offally Good: Goose Noodles and Fat Dumplings at Yi Ji E Guan (Closed)

Slurping through whip-taut noodles, offal-rich geese soup, and fat dumplings at this local Chinese noodle shop in Shanghai.

Kagen: The Darling of Shanghai’s Teppanyaki Restaurants (According to Expats) (Closed)

Kagen is a widely loved Japanese teppanyaki restaurant in Shanghai that does all-you-can-eat and drink for ¥358. Great for group dinners!

Lion: Do we really need exotic Cantonese cuisine? (Closed)

Lion's contemporary Nanyang cuisine may not be 100% authentic, but it's certainly helping the development of this lesser known cuisine.

Best Hot Chocolates in Shanghai

Where to get a good hot chocolate in Shanghai. From bakeries to cafes and restaurants, here are Shanghai's best hot chocolates.

UP Shanghai: The City's New Hotspot for Nightlife (Closed)

UP Shanghai is a bar/lounge catering to hip parvenu socialite types, F&B industry heads, and the who's who of nightlife. Cocktails, bites, and good vibes.

Diner 3.0 Now Open near Xintiandi (Closed)

Heavy hitting American restaurant Diner opens its third location near Xintiandi. Plus: A newly launched seasonal pumpkin soup bread bowl.

Fast Naans and Deep Bowls of Curry at Currify (Closed)

Fluffy, pliable naans and bowls of thick, flavorful curries at Currify, an affordable Indian restaurant in Shanghai.

Why The ¥698 Set at Machiya is Worth It (Closed)

Machiya is a Japanese restaurant in Shanghai that does stellar omakase in addition to a la carte. This affordably priced meal sets the bar high.