What was originally a 420-meter-long Taikang Lu is now expanded into the neighboring lane ways to be more then double the size, between Ruijin and Sinan Lu was initially slated to be Shanghai's "art street" back in 1998 when a former candy factory was renovated to... Read more
We love this friendly bar in Tianzifang. It's been there ages and expanded over the years from a little nook to four-floors, spilling out over an old Chinese house. It's reasonably priced, private and always stuffed with nice faces, mainly because of Amay, the... Read more
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... Read more
Tucked away in artsy Tianzifang, Lotus Land is long on ambiance, but short on quality. But that's pretty much par for the course in this neck of the woods. Read more
Like shopping in an oversized living room, Casa Pagoda offers an eclectic array of goods that don't fit neatly into one overall style. The shop is run by a husband-and-wife team who travel and shop together, gradually building a culturally mixed collection. Their... Read more
Boutique store that has a variety of shawls and scarves in different colors, patterns, textures and sizes including wool, silk and cashmere. Read more
Chain store selling clothing branded with the cartoon Hi Panda-- hipster-ish clothing started and designed by local designers. Read more
Established in 1996, HongWu Kungfu Centre provides lessons for Chinese Martial Arts, Kungfu and Taichi, for adults and kids. Classes are offered for all fitness levels and ages. We pride themselves in providing small group classes of less than 10 people, so that... Read more
This place specializes in live music, but a lot of it is sub-prime: covers bands and dodgy jazz-swing outfits with large-lunged women shrieking the place down. Having said that, it's surprisingly popular at the weekends with a local crowd. Drinks are nothing special... Read more
Mr Waffle started as an online delivery business back in 2013, and from there has migrated to a brick and mortar location in Tianzifang. They're also frequent fixtures around Shanghai's pop-up markets scene -- the Jiashan Saturday market in particular -- slinging... Read more
Find vintage sunglasses and glasses from the 1940s-1990s. Shanghai brand watches from the 1950s and other vintage items make this a unique shop for gifts or original frames. Read more
French-owned boutique with gorgeous goodies for the home, from porcelain and cashmere loungewear to beautiful books. They offer simple and elegant designs inspired by traditional Chinese art and international modern stylings. They've got their classic floral handmade... Read more
Thai bar and restaurant serves fine Thai food, the food is prepared by a Thai chef imported from Taiwan after doing an eight-year stint on the island. Their specialties are seafood-based, with the crab items being their most expensive offerings. But they also... Read more
Coffee shop and bar with extensive drink list and Japanese snacks on offer. Read more
Beaugeste Photo Gallery in Shanghai is a gallery specializing in contemporary photography for art lovers and collectors of photography. The monthly exhibition cycle will present major figures in contemporary photography, including Marc Riboud, Klavdij Sluban, Robert... Read more
The store has lots of retro inspired trinkets and decorative items for the home ranging from trays and pillows to chrome dog statues and kids toys. The style of the place evokes the same atmosphere as their larger brand, Casa Pagoda, situated across the street that... Read more
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