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(0 Reviews)

Thai House

Address:

Rm 205, No 12, Lane 657 Wuding Lu, near Xikang Lu

 

武定路657弄12号205室

Phone:

5219 9217
 
You'll have to walk through some smelly dark alleys to find this place, but it's well worth the trek. No frills Thai House dispenses with the trappings that characterize most Thai places in town, trading them in for quality food. Whole fish, pad thai..
(10 Reviews)

Anadolu

Address:

4-6 Hengshan Lu, near Wulumuqi Lu

 

衡山路4-7号,近乌鲁木齐路

Phone:

5465 0977
 
You don't need to a wear a tux to get a get a good kebab - Anadolu's decor is crumbling - but the lamb, hummus and pita are all good quality for cheap. Expect to dine with crowds of slickly-dressed middle easterners most any night of the week.
(1 Reviews)

Boonna Cafe (Xinle)

Address:

88 Xingle Lu, near Xiangyang Lu

 

新乐路88号,近襄阳南路

Phone:

5404 6676
 
Xinle Lu Boonna looks remarkably like its siblings and is just as cozy. With its shelf full of books to read while you drink coffee and available computers, it has all the markings of bohemia, except of course, for the fact that there are multiple br..
(8 Reviews)

Punjabi

Address:

102 Xiangyang Lu, near Huaihai Lu

 

襄阳路102号,近淮海路

Phone:

6472 5464
 
While several other Indian restaurants around town can claim to make better food, Punjabi has cornered the market on price. With several lunch and dinner set options available, as well as a tasty 85rmb all-you-can-eat-and-drink (beer) buffet, Punjabi..
(14 Reviews)

Wagas (Citic Square)

Address:

LG12A, CITIC Square, 1168 Nanjing Xi Lu

 

南京西路1168号中信泰富广场地下一层12A

Phone:

5292 5228
 
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 se..
(8 Reviews)

Southern Barbarian

Address:

Area E, 2/F Ju'Roshine Life Arts Space 56 Maoming Nan Lu or 169 Jinxian Lu (after 9pm use Jinxian Lu entrance)

 

茂名南路56号/ 进贤路169号

Phone:

1362 1797 634
 
This restaurant dishes out no frills, homestyle Yunan dishes, some interesting dishes which may not be all that Chinese is the Cheese balls, which are a favourite to expats visting. Other favorites include it's wide selection of imported beers.

Macau Portuguese Restaurant

Address:

488 Xikang Lu, near Kangding Lu

 

西康路488号近康定路

Phone:

6255 0092
 
The Macao Portuguese Restaurant specializes in grilled, BBQ, and seafood dishes, but also offers a number of Filipino dishes at affordable rates. A diner-like atmosphere, The Macao is a favorite of the local Filipino expats, and a great option for b..
(0 Reviews)

Indian Kitchen (Hongmei)

Address:

House 8, 3911 Hongmei Lu

 

虹梅路3911号8号楼,近延安西路

Phone:

6261 0377
 
The Indian Kitchen franchise, built over the years on the back of it's orginal restaurant in Yongjia Lu, has firmly footed itself as the place to go for good Indian Cuisine and value for money.
(6 Reviews)

Il Panino (Beijing Lu)

Address:

1690 Beijing Xi Lu, near Jiaozhou Lu

 

静安区北京西路1690号近胶州路

Phone:

6253 3827
 
Simple Italian restaurant where the paninis are in keeping with true Italian style and are generously packed and served with a side salad. Also good for its aparetivo )happy hour in Italy.

Flying Elephant Restaurant

Address:

3F, The Bund Hotel, 525 Guangdong Lu

 

广东路525号金外滩宾馆3楼

Phone:

6351 0797, 6352 2000 x 8365
 
Possibly the only Russian restaurant in the city, the Flying Elephant has been bringing Shanghailanders borscht for many a year. Decor is simple, but the experience is made truly authentic by the live Russian band performing nightly. This crew of mus..
(1 Reviews)

Di Shui Dong

Address:

2F, 56 Maoming Nan Lu, near Changle Lu

 

茂名路56号2楼,长乐路口

Phone:

6253 2689
 
One of the most popular Chinese joints for locals and foreigners alike, this Hunan-style restaurant is always packed despite a cafeteria-sized main dining area and at least a dozen "private" rooms. Food is high on flavor and will leave your eyes wate..
(0 Reviews)

Di Shui Dong (Dongping Lu)

Address:

5 Dongping Lu, near Hengshan Lu

 

东平路透社号, 近衡山路

Phone:

6415 9448
 
One of the most popular Chinese chains for locals and foreigners alike, this branch of the Hunan-style restaurant is less crowded than its Maoming Lu chapter, but serves the same spicy dishes. An assortment of fresh juices (delivered in pitchers) are..
(4 Reviews)

Indian Kitchen (Yongjia Lu)

Address:

572 Yongjia Lu, near Wulumuqi Lu

 

永嘉路572号,近乌鲁木齐路

Phone:

6473 1517
 
One of the first Indian restaurants in Shanghai, which has become an institution for Indian Cuisine, it's open kitchen is run by Indian Chefs serves up authentic dishes from North to South India.
(0 Reviews)

Guyi

Address:

89 Fumin Lu, near Julu Lu

 

富民路89号,近巨鹿路

Phone:

6249 5628
 
Guyi is an institution for Hunan cuisine. The spicy dishes from hunan are well represented. Locals and expatriates all line up to get in, no bookings available and lines are often long. Prices are reasonable.
(0 Reviews)

Coconut Bar

Address:

No. 12, Thumb Plaza, 199 Fangdian Lu, Yangguo Zhong Lu

 

上海市浦东新区芳甸路199弄12号

Phone:

5033 9879
 
Coconut bar is a small and relaxed venue located on the ground floor of Thumb Plaza in Pudong. It's one of the few places in town to serve New Zealand's Stienlarger, and what's more, ALL the food available is only 29rmb. With a live band playing some..
(0 Reviews)

Lanzhou La Mian

Address:

249 Wuyuan Lu, between Yongfu Lu and Wulumuqi Lu

 

五原路249号, 永福路和乌鲁木齐路之间

Phone:

 
Chinese hand pulled noodles or La Mian -- hand-pulled wheat noodles in soup -- . The noodles, freshly made to order.
(0 Reviews)

Grape

Address:

55 Xinle Lu, near Xiangyang Lu

 

新乐路55号, 近襄阳路

Phone:

5404 0486
 
Affordable Shanghainese restaurant serving all the local favourites and some adventurous dishes. Its frequented by locals and foreigners alike, conveniently located in the Boutique Fashion street of Xinle Lu, makes it an ideal place to stop and eat b..
(0 Reviews)

Bankura (Changle Lu)

Address:

344 Changle Lu, near Ruijin Lu

 

长乐路344号, 近瑞金路

Phone:

6215 0373
 
Affordable Japanese yakitori.
(0 Reviews)

Lisboa Restaurant

Address:

1/F, City Center, 100 Zhunyi Road

 

遵义路100号,一楼

Phone:

6237 2268
 
Affordable and casual Portuguese restaurant. Great place to get seafood on the cheap but don't expect mood lighting or any frilly decor.
(0 Reviews)

Noodle Bull

Address:

1F3B, No. 291 Fumin Lu, near Changle Lu (actual store front is on Changle Lu)

 

富民路291号,1F3B, 近长乐路

Phone:

6170 1299
 
A neat and modern Taiwanese noodle house, provide a small list of noodle dishes at great prices. The small menu makes the dining experience simple, good for lunch or dinner.
(10 Reviews)

Pasti

Address:

1228 Beijing Xi Lu, near Xikang Lu and Shanxi Lu

 

北京路1228号,西康路

Phone:

6279 4726
 

La Vita Restaurant & Wine Bar

Address:

579 Fuxing Zhong Road

 

复兴中路579号,近瑞金二路

Phone:

6474 1887
 
(1 Reviews)

Dongbei Ren

Address:

1 Shanxi Nan Lu

 

陕西南路1号,近延安中路

Phone:

5228 9898
 

Ruzzi

Address:

300 Huaihai Road, HK New World Plaza, G/F

 

淮海路300号,香港新世界地下一层,近黄陂南路

Phone:

6386 5005
 
(0 Reviews)

Joy Bar & Cafe

Address:

No. 345 Wuning Nan Lu, near Yuyao Lu

 

武宁南路345号 近余姚路

Phone:

6230 2015
 
(0 Reviews)

Johnny Moo (Jinfeng)

Address:

442 Jinfeng Road

 

诸翟金丰路442号 近美国学校闵行校区

Phone:

3350 9377
 
(0 Reviews)

Johnny Moo (Hongfeng)

Address:

228 Hongfeng Lu, Century Park near Biyun Lu

 

红枫路228号 近碧云路

Phone:

3382 1618
 
(0 Reviews)

Munchies

Address:

974 Wuding Lu, near Jiazhou Lu

 

武定路974号 近胶州路

Phone:

6218 4616
 
(0 Reviews)

Bankura (Shuicheng Lu)

Address:

2/F, Peace Plaza, 12-20 Shuicheng Lu, near Hongqiao Lu

 

水城路12-20号和平广场2楼, 近虹桥路

Phone:

6295 1016
 
     
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