Listings:

Cate La Maid is a waffle-and-tea-and-coffee shop with waitresses dressed up as French maids, catering to nerds from a hidden location on the fourth floor of an electronics mall.

Although difficult for the uninitiated to find among the back alley lanes of Taikang Lu, Kommune is worth searching out for not only its simple, yet tasty food and drinks, but also for its unique setting at the epicenter of Shanghai's creative quarter. Outdoor seating is usually overflowing with artsy locals and hipster expats, but don't forget to check out the ample indoor and back courtyard...

glo London is a British-based multi-concept restaurant venue spanning several floors. At the street level is a bakery & cafe serving coffee, sandwiches, pastries and fresh-baked bread. The second floor is a sit-down restaurant specializing in Anglo-American standards like pizzas and ribs. Upstairs from that, a lounge known for its extensive mojito selection.

Garden Books offers the widest selection of English-language books and literature in Shanghai. You will also find a large selection of American magazine, tour books, language aids, coffee and ice cream in the cafe. If you're looking for something they don't have in stock you can have it ordered...for a fee.

This cafe/restaurant/wine bar serves light American fare such as sauteed fish and pasta dishes. Upstairs the ambiance is cozy, with an inviting fireplace as the centerpiece and soft couches to lounge on if you're there for a beverage.

Gourmet Cafe offers inventive gourmet hamburgers in a modern cafe environment. Over 30 different variations, such as the 'Crakajak' with premium beef, cracked black peppercorns and melted cheddar cheese or the 'L'Avorella' with prime beef, buffalo mozzarella, ripe avocado and sun dried tomatoes, Gourmet Cafe serves up a unique burger meal. They've also got a selection of summer salads and a list...

Pizza Marzano is an offshoot of Britain's popular Pizza Express, they hew to the more authentic, thin-crusted Roman and Neapolitan pies.

Hof is a dessert and cocktail lounge from the people behind House of Flour, focusing on artisanal, hand-crafted chocolates, premium desserts, and premium cocktails at affordable prices.

LAN, situated on the corner of Guangdong Lu and Sichuan Lu, is a massive structure that takes over 4 floors, with modern-Chinese decor. The bar is a nice place to appreciate the design, with astronomical ceilings, a lit up champagne wall, and friendly service. Also check out their cigar lounge where you're surrounded by books and leather, a good place for intimate gatherings with cognac & cigars.

This branch of Coffee Tree is considerably less crowded than its counterparts. With a mid-size outdoor patio overlooking the happenings of Ferguson Lane, it's reliable spot to get some work done on the weekend.