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Cafe next to Mind Offices, serving simple cafe dishes, from Salads, Sandwiches, Smoothies, pasta and of course Coffee. Read more
A coffee shop that is very popular with locals and the odd expat, Marienbad Cafe is a quaint, little retreat hidden on one of the area's quieter streets. The cozy interior's ambiance is more inclined toward that of a used book store then the cold sterility of many of... 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
Green & Safe is a specialty grocer by the same folks who own Qimin, that organic hotpot restaurant on Shanxi Bei Lu. The retail side of the operation sells produce and meats grown and raised at the company's organic farm in nearby Kunshan as well as specialty items... Read more
Pentalounge is the lounge / cafe space at the Pentahotel, an offshoot of the New World Shanghai Hotel on Dingxi Lu. Located next to their Cantonese fine dining and dim sum restaurant YUE 1525, pentalounge offers a relaxing respite from busy Dingxi Lu, cafe fair --... 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
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... Read more
Wagas is a burgeoning chain of smoke-free chain that specializes in healthy foods including smoothies, big salads and wraps. The casual, order-at-the-counter atmosphere is complemented by simple but comfortable décor (table/chairs and some lounge seating). Wireless. Read more
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 a reliable spot to get some work done on the weekend. Read more
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. Read more
Henkes is Aussie chef Craig Willis's homage to the other side of his family; it's his mother's maiden name. By his own account, he's extracted the DNA of his first namesake restaurant Mr. Willis and... Read more
Cha is a faithful recreation of a Hong Kong cha canting -- basically a Cantonese diner -- from the 1950's, right down to the old-time music, the old-time Hong Kong public lavatory signs, and the green-and-white tiled floor. Food is similarly traditional. Very popular... Read more
Once boasting three branches around town, Ginger has consolidated and regrouped on Xingguo Lu. The space is a gem. Cozy and compact, it sits perched over a small park complete with wizened old men practicing their tai chi and playing chess and stuff -- very... Read more
Owned and managed by one of Shanghai's most active members of the hip hop community (V-Nutz of The Lab), KIN is one part street wear boutique and one part café. On the clothing shop side of it, KIN is shirts, shoes, records, toys, and accessories inspired by music... Read more
Sunflour is a bakery and cafe selling a variety of breads and pastries for take-away or sit down service. Also on offer is a menu of sandwiches, salads, and a surprisingly good big English breakfast with all of the traditional accoutrements: bacon, sausage, eggs,... Read more
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. Read more
With three locations throughout the city, Coolzey provides standard Western fare aimed primarily at the lunchtime crowd. Delivery of the low-priced sandwiches and average Western staples is probably their strong point, though eating at the shop is an option. Read more
This is a slightly more upscale version of the popular fresh, healthy sandwiches, juices and sets chain. The menu is the same but they also have a seasonal menu that changes monthly offering three-course meals paired with wine and a couple of high-end a la carte... Read more
The smallest, possibly chillest member of the JZ family, this comfortable little café near the Nanjing Xi Lu metro stop is a good bet for light live music like folk, jazz, and bluegrass most evenings. Nice patio. They also do lunch sets and happy hour. Read more
Wagas is a chain of smoke-free chain that specializes in healthy foods including smoothies, big salads and wraps. The casual, order-at-the-counter atmosphere is complemented by simple but comfortable décor (table/chairs and some lounge seating). Wireless. Read more
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