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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.

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!

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.

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.

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!

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.

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!

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!

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.

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.

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!

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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."

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.