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Honest Italian food in a down-home environment. If you're looking for a few favorites at prices that won't break the bank, Pane e Vino is a great option, and you can put together a nice meal excluding wine for under 100rmb. Of note is the pizza, the crust of which is made from imported Italian flour, and the several creamy pastas on offer. Run by an Italian chef and his wife, Pane e Vino is...

The Blue Frog on Maoming is the first location in the Blue Frog empire, and has been around in Shanghai for over ten years. Recent additions to the pub / restaurant chain have seen the franchise heading in a more slick and refined direction, but the Blue Frog on Maoming retains a classic pub feel and hosts a cast of regulars every night. All Blue Frog deals apply therein (i.e. the popular...

One of the few survivors of the Maoming Lu shakedown, Tapas Bar is home to a fine assortment of Spanish-style tapas, a good selection of main dishes, and a respectable drink menu. The cozy, low lit atmosphere makes it a great choice for an affordable date and the friendly staff assures a stress-free meal. As of the beginning of 2008, Tapas Bar has relaunched with a slightly new menu, but all the...

One of the few Moroccan-style restaurants in the city, El Wajh is heavier on the decor than the authentic dishes. Still, you will find a suitable tangine here. Seating is only on the second level and accommodates no more than 25 or so, lending to the cozy atmosphere.

China's oldest Western restaurant has been resurrected in the Jinjiang Hotel with a menu of British and Continental favorites like fish and chips, baked escargots in garlic herb butter, Oysters Kilpatrick, Home-cured Norwegian Salmon, dry Madras curry, and ox tail pot au feu. The place has a laid back, albeit somewhat corporate atmosphere. There is also a wide selection of wines and single malt...

Kin Cafe's reincarnation. The Grumpy Pig is a restaurant devoted to proprietor Gary Wang's two biggest loves, "hip hop and pork." A pork-centric menu features dishes like "Fat Folds," or pork belly sliders, "House Richness" ramen, pulled pork sandwiches and more.

There are a bunch of W.W. Chan & Sons outlets in town and they pride themselves in being some of the best old-school gents' tailors in China. They have been making suits since 1952, and still retain the skills and traditions of bespoke men's tailoring. There are cheaper tailors in town, but here you'll get grade A service.