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Mi Tierra occupies a colonial style colonnaded courtyard and features and extensive list of specialty tacos and other traditional Mexican fare.

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...

One of Shanghai's most popular and longest running sports bars, The Big Bamboo is the first place to go if you're looking for beer in a bar and sports on TV. They host live feeds of virtually all championship games in virtually all sports, as well as offer daily happy hour specials and drink deals. They've also got pool, darts, foosball, and a full menu of western dinner options and pub fare. ...

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.

The Hong Mei branch of Blue Frog serves up what you would expect from a Blue Frog venue: a wide selection of food and drinks suitable for all the family. With a separate dining section and play area for the kids, this venue is perfect for the little ones. Also noteworthy is their buy one get one free burger promotion every Monday from 4pm onwards.

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

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.

Artisanal bakery and deli from the Wagas Group, in a striking wood-grained marble storefront. Baguettes, bagels, cakes, jams, pates, granola, coffee, etc... One rough-hewn communal table for seating, reasonable prices.

Hai Di Lao is a ridiculously popular recent transplant from Sichuan. They've made a killing by offering nice, sleek dining rooms that look much more expensive than they are, an extensive bar of ingredients from which to make your dipping sauce, and over-the-top service -- you can have your shoes shined, glasses or cell phone cleaned, nails done, neck massaged, etc., while you wait for a table....