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(11 Reviews)

Jean Georges

Address:

4F, 3 on the Bund, 3 Guangdong Lu

 

广东路17号4楼, 中山东一路3号 外滩三号 4楼

Phone:

6321 7733
 
Yes, this is the Jean-George and he brings to Shanghai his lauded French cuisine with a slight Asian twist. Situated on the 4th floor of architect Michael Graves' Three on the Bund, the interior includes eel-skin sofas.

Vue Bar - Hyatt on the Bund

Address:

32-33F, Hyatt on the Bund, 199 Huangpu Lu

 

上海外滩茂悦大酒店32-33层, 黄浦路199号

Phone:

63931234 ext.6348
 
VUE Bar atop the Hyatt on the Bund is a great place to sip on some after work cocktails, or lounge after a long Sunday Brunch. With amazing views of the Bund, wood interior and jacuzzi on the outdoor terrace - it's a beautiful and equipped place to e..
(4 Reviews)

Kathleen's 5

Address:

325 Nanjing Xi Lu, near Huangpi Bei Lu, on top of the Shanghai Art Museum

 

南京西路325号5楼, 近黄陂北路

Phone:

6327 2221
 
This rooftop dining venue takes it easy on the decor, letting the view speak for itself. Kathleen's serves up modern Australian cuisine such as ox tail ravioli and rack of lamb.
(0 Reviews)

Vue Restaurant - Hyatt on the Bund

Address:

30F, Hyatt on the Bund, 199 Huangpu Lu

 

上海外滩茂悦大酒店30层, 黄浦路199号,近外滩

Phone:

63931234 ext.6328
 
This restaurant offers a lot of charm on top of the ridiculous view of the Bund. Upon exiting the elevators you are transported into a collector's paradise as the restaurant itself is designed in fashion of an actual apartment - complete with dining ..
(0 Reviews)

Lan

Address:

102 Guangdong Lu, near Sichuan Lu

 

广东路102号

Phone:

6323 8029
 
This new venue on the Bund combines fine dining with a bar and lounge. 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 d..
(9 Reviews)

Shintori

Address:

803 Julu Lu, near Fumin Lu

 

巨鹿路803号,近复明路

Phone:

5404 5252
 
This massive stone vault of a restaurant is actually easy to miss. A quietly marked entrance on the southwest corner of Julu Lu leads through a bamboo-lined path and, ultimately to Shintori. Sushi without gimmicks, a carefully selected wine list and ..
(3 Reviews)

Moonsha Teppanyaki View Restaurant

Address:

No. 5 Bund 3F, entrance on Guangdong Lu near Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu

 

中山东一路5号3楼, 靠近广东路

Phone:

6323 1117
 
This lounge and Teppanyaki restaurant on the Bund opened in 2006 and is known for its famous chef, "Mountain." Watching the chef prepare and de-bone the "Ice Fish" together with the Bund view is goos Shanghai experience.

Glamour Bar

Address:

6/F, 5 on the Bund, entrance on Guangdong Lu, near Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu

 

中山东一路5号6楼, 靠近广东路

Phone:

6329 3751
 
The sumptuous Glamour Bar on the Bund is a multi-functional space that opened from early evening hours through the darkest moments of the morning. Home to Shanghai's International Literary Festival, the space appeals to all types of people who bring ..

Wa Bao He Banquet Hall (Jiujiang Lu)

Address:

555 Jiujiang Road, near Zhejiang Lu

 

九江路555号

Phone:

5396 5000 ext. 80826
 
The Shanghainese love crab and this Banquet Hall takes the shellfish to a whole other level - sauteed, stewed, fried, steamed - and the waiters are ready to help remove the meat so you don't get mussed. Decor is traditional Chinese with scroll painti..
(8 Reviews)

Haiku by Hatsune

Address:

28B Taojiang Lu, near Hengshan Lu

 

桃江路28号-乙(近衡山路)

Phone:

6445 0021
 
The newest and tres chic-chic Japanese joint in town is a two-level expanse with floor to ceiling windows looking out onto a garden. Some of the dishes are gimmicky (moto-roll-ah) but the fish is all high quality and well presented. Haiku is very bus..
(1 Reviews)

Ambrosia Teppanyaki

Address:

150 Fenyang Lu, Yueyang Lu

 

汾阳路150号,近岳阳路

Phone:

6431 3935
 
The grand white mansion that is Ambrosia used to belong to General Bai Congxi in the 1940s Don't be surprised to see weddings/wedding photos taking place. Also, don't be surprised by eye-patched, pajama-clad individuals...Ambrosia is across the stree..
(3 Reviews)

Yongfoo Elite

Address:

200 Yongfu Lu, near Hunan Lu

 

永福路200号

Phone:

5466 2727
 
The diplomatic district of Shanghai's old French Concession, the Yongfoo Elite clubhouse has served as a consulate for the UK, Russia and Vietnam over the years. The graceful manor is now a private leisure club that offers gourmet cuisine and live mu..
(10 Reviews)

Sasha's

Address:

11 Dongping Lu, near Hengshan Lu

 

东平路11号(近衡山路)

Phone:

6474 6628
 
Sasha's serves a variety of American-esque foods, including some of the better pizza in Shanghai. Equally spacious indoor and outdoor portions of the restaurant. Cocktails rotate on a seasonal basis. Weekend brunch leaves something to be desired.
(7 Reviews)

Roomtwentyeight

Address:

URBN Hotel, 183 Jiao Zhou Lu, near Beijing Lu

 

胶州路183号,近北京路

Phone:

5172 1300
 
Roomtwentyeight is a restaurant and lounge located in the lobby level of URBN hotel in the Jing'An district. Headed up by the team behind local chain Wagas, Roomtwentyeight serves international cuisine with an emphasis on "home-style" favourites: Gri..

Cloud 9

Address:

87/F Jin Mao Bldg, 88 Shi Ji Da Dao, Pudong

 

浦东世纪大道88号金茂大厦87楼

Phone:

5049 1234
 
Perched on the 87th floor of the Jin Mao Tower, Cloud 9, the Grand Hyatt's hotel bar, offers one of the best views in Asia. Call ahead and reserve a table facing west for views of the Bund, Pearl Tower, and the lights of Puxi; windowscapes of its new..
(0 Reviews)

Crystal Jade (New World)

Address:

B1, 300 Huaihai Zhong Lu, near Madang Lu

 

淮海中路300号 香港新世界大厦地下1层, 近黄陂南路

Phone:

6335 4188
 
Originally from Singapore, this seriously popular Cantonese chain boasts great dim sum and reasonable prices. Other highlights are the Hong Kong BBQ and suckling pig. The natural, bamboo infused ambiance is a soothing contrast to the outside mayhem.
(0 Reviews)

Crystal Jade (West Gate Mall)

Address:

7F West Gate Mall, 1038 Nanjing Xi Lu, near Jiang Nin Lu

 

南京西路1038号7楼, 近江宁路

Phone:

5228 1133
 
Originally from Singapore, this seriously popular Cantonese chain boasts great dim sum and reasonable prices. Other highlights are the Hong Kong BBQ and suckling pig. The natural, bamboo infused ambiance is a soothing contrast to the outside mayhem.
(8 Reviews)

Face

Address:

Ruijin Guest House, 118 Ruijin Er Lu, near Yongjia Lu

 

瑞金二路118号,瑞金宾馆内

Phone:

6466 4328
 
Located within the Rujin Hotel in the French Concession,this is a great place to retreat to after a long day at work to meet friends and enjoy some cocktails. The decor evokes and Asian feel with lounge-bed seating and antique tables. Set within the ..
(6 Reviews)

Issimo

Address:

2nd Floor, 931 West Nanjing Lu, entrance on Taixing Lu

 

南京路931号, 二楼 (泰兴路)

Phone:

6287 9009
 
Located on the second floor of JIA Shanghai, Issimo is a partnership endeavor between JIA and celebrity chef Salvatore Cuomo, who conceptualized the menus and the kitchens. Issimo serves authentic, home-style Italian cuisine in a sexy, modern, and pl..
(16 Reviews)

Hamilton House

Address:

137 Fuzhou Lu, corner of Fuzhou Lu and Jianxi Lu

 

福州路137号,近江西路

Phone:

6321 0586
 
Located just of the Bund in one of the area's many imposing Art Deco buildings, Hamilton House offers a good respite from the hustle and bustle of the city. Step inside the cavernous interior and the pace of life immediately slows down and you can al..

Lounge18

Address:

4f, 18 Zhongshan Dong Lu, near Nanjing Lu, The Bund

 

中山东路18号4楼

Phone:

63238399
 
Located in the now famous Bund 18, this lounge bar caters to those who like to be seen as well as those who are not looking at sweating away their mascara. This place brings in some of the best lounge DJs from some of the best labels. Music, drinks, ..
(0 Reviews)

Aroma @ Oro

Address:

2f, 82 Shi Men lu No.1 near Da Gu lu

 

石门一路82号2楼,近大沽路

Phone:

6340 1468
 
Located in a magnificently restored landmark house, with menu designed by Michelin 2 star chef, Aroma offers traditional Italian dishes in a relaxing, sophisticated environment, accompanying an extensive selection of wine from Italy.
(12 Reviews)

Jade on 36

Address:

36F, Tower 2, Pudong Shangri-La, 33 Fu Cheng Lu, Pudong

 

浦东香格里拉酒店, 富城路33号

Phone:

6882 3636 , 6882 8888 x 280
 
Jade 36 is a restaurant and bar offering upscale fine dining by chef Paul Pairet. Enjoy set menus as well as signature dishes and desserts accompanied by beautiful views of the Bund from across the Huangpu river. The stylish bar is the perfect place ..

Pier One

Address:

88 Yi Chang Lu

 

宜昌路88号(苏州河边)

Phone:

5155 8318
 
It's tough to top the rooftop deck housing a Jacuzzi and beds that overlook Suzhou Creek at Pier One. The shimmery bar and lounging space downstairs are another nod to the massive refurbishing that brought this sumptuous venue back to life with a ban..
(14 Reviews)

Casa 13

Address:

1100 Huashan Lu, near Xingguo Lu and Fuxing Xi Lu

 

华山路1100号,近兴国路

Phone:

5238 2782
 
In the outer edges of the French Concession, Casa 13 is set deep inside a lane house. One of the most striking elements of this restaurant is the outdoor space making it a great space for a romantic dinner for 2. The food would be considered on the f..

Shanghai Oriental Arts Center

Address:

425 Dingxiang Lu, near Century Blvd

 

上海东方艺术中心, 浦东新区丁香路425号

Phone:

5109 5091
 
French Architect Paul Andreu's 40,000 sqm blossoming five-petal flower constructed from glass, wood and steel is a new Pudong landmark for concerts and classical performances. Each petal marks a separate space: entrance hall, performance hall, concer..

Bar Hulu

Address:

2F, 500 Zhong Shan Dong Yi Lu, near Ningbo Lu

 

500号2裸中山东一路

Phone:

5708 7889
 
Formerly Mundo Latino, Bar Hulu is one of the newer upscale nightclubs in the Bund area, and is a great open-air location for summer partying. Their patio overlooks the OPTV Tower and they've got a sizable dance floor for late night reveling. In ter..
(0 Reviews)

Family Li Imperial Cuisine

Address:

500 Zhongshan Dong Yi Road, Huangpu Park

 

中山东一路500号,黄浦公园

Phone:

5308 1919
 
Family Cuisine has its roots in the imperial palace, when the emperor dines its is always a meal that included more than 100 dishes, The Li Family were the most trusted guardians of this dining history dating back to the Qing Dynasty.
(12 Reviews)

Laris

Address:

6F, Bund 3, 3 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, near Guangdong Lu

 

广东路17号6楼,外滩三号

Phone:

6321 9922
 
Celebrity chef David Laris is the cook behind the name at this swank, fusion eatery. A luxury marble interior and stuffed velvet couches complement views of the Huangpu River and the menu ranges from simple but elegant fish entrees to Russian caviar...
(3 Reviews)

The Kitchen Salvatore Cuomo

Address:

2967 Bin Jiang Da Dao, Pudong Riverside, near Fenghe Lu

 

陆家嘴西路2967号 近丰和路, 地铁2号线陆家嘴站

Phone:

5054 1265
 
Celebrated chef Salvatore Cuomo's, The Kitchen, brings some serious fine dining to the Pudong area, with its simple yet delicious Italian dishes. Set on the waterfront - beneath the Oriental Pearl Tower - the restaurant has wonderful views of the riv..
(30 Reviews)

Barbarossa Lounge

Address:

231 Nanjing Xi Lu, near Huangpi Road, inside Peoples Park. Use the entrance between the Starbucks and the Shanghai Art Museum.

 

南京西路231号, 人民公园内. 上海美术馆旁边

Phone:

6318 0220
 
Barbarossa is one of the finer, if not the finest, upscale nightlife venue in Shanghai for its beautiful location in People's Park and its three floors of lush interiors. Classy drinks, hookahs and hip DJs keep Barbarossa on the nightlife map, and th..

Bar Rouge

Address:

7F, Bund 18, 18 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, near Nanjing Lu

 

中山东一路18号7楼, 近南京路

Phone:

6339 1199
 
Bar Rouge is the most famous club in Shanghai, and sets the standard for Bund nightlife, with its terrace view, classy, sleek interiors and iconic French-Shanghai identity. Bar Rouge kicks off the weekend early with themed parties on Thursdays (see S..
(7 Reviews)

Bam-bou

Address:

3rd Floor, 18 Dongping Lu, near Wulumuqi Lu

 

东平路18号, 3楼, 近衡山路

Phone:

6437 0136
 
Bam-bou is a new fine dining concept serving up South East Asian treats from Laos, Thailand and Vietnam. The dishes are modernised yet the authenticity of the flavours remain. Seating arrangements are set out in booths, table for 2 and a large commun..
(18 Reviews)

M on the Bund

Address:

7F, 5 on the Bund, Guangdong Lu

 

外滩5号7楼,近广东路

Phone:

6350 9988
 
Australian restaurateur Michelle Garnaut opened her namesake venue almost a decade ago and business is better than ever. Dishes and silverware at this fine-dining establishment are embossed with the signature "M" and the panoramic view ensures that t..

Epicure on 45

Address:

45/F Radisson Hotel Shanghai New World, 88 Nanjing Xi Lu, near Xizang Lu

 

南京西路88号 上海新世界丽笙大酒店45楼, 近西藏路

Phone:

63599999 ext. 4210/4212
 
As is to be expected in any self-respecting hotel restaurant, Epicure serves up a large selection cuisines, this one opting for Western, Chinese, Japanese Ryori and Indian. The overall quality of food is high and the experience is heightened by the ..

Aurora Dining Bar

Address:

138 Huaihai Zhong Lu, near Pu'an Lu

 

淮海中路138号

Phone:

6375 6770
 
A lengthy corridor stacked with wines leads to the glitzy bar area. The dining area has a loungy feel, with soft sofas as well as traditional tables. Highlights of the menu are the T-bone steak and any of the wide array of sweets.

789 Nanjing Lu

Address:

65th floor of the Le Royal Meridien Hotel, 789 Nanjing East Lu, near Xizang Lu, opposite to People Square

 

南京东路789号, 上海世茂皇家艾美酒店64-66层

Phone:

3318 9999
 
789 Nanjing lu Bar takes over the top 3 floors of Le Royal Meridien Shanghai with great views of the city. They are know for their signature cocktails as well as a large selection cigars for every occasion. Also enjoy their large wine list and weekly..
(5 Reviews)

881 South Beauty (Yan'an Lu)

Address:

881 Yan'an Lu, near Shanxi Lu, opposite Shanghai Exhibition Centr

 

延安路881号,近同仁路

Phone:

62475878
 
(6 Reviews)

Lost Heaven

Address:

38 Gao You Lu, near Fuxing Xi Lu

 

高邮路38号,近复兴西路

Phone:

6433 5126
 
(13 Reviews)

T8

Address:

House 8, North Block Xintiandi, Taicang Lu, near Huangpi Nan Lu

 

太仓路181号,新天地北里8号楼

Phone:

6355 8999
 
(5 Reviews)

SUN with AQUA

Address:

2F, 6 on the Bund, Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, near Guangdong Lu

 

中山东一路(外滩)6号2楼

Phone:

6339 2779
 
(0 Reviews)

Whampoa Club

Address:

4F, 3 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, 3 on the Bund

 

中山东一路3号外滩3号4楼,近广东路

Phone:

63213737
 
(5 Reviews)

Va Bene

Address:

House 7 Xintiandi, Taicang Lu, near Madang Lu

 

太仓路181弄新天地7号,近马当路

Phone:

6311 2211
 
(1 Reviews)

La Villa Rouge

Address:

811 Hengshan Lu, near Wang Ping Lu, inside Xujiahui Park

 

衡山路811号,徐家汇公园内,近宛平路

Phone:

6431 9811 / 6431 6639
 
(4 Reviews)

Yi Cafe

Address:

L2, Tower 2, Shangri-La Hotel, Pudong

 

浦东香格里拉大酒店2号楼L2

Phone:

68828888*210
 
(4 Reviews)

Club Shanghai

Address:

4F Shanghai Concert Hall, 523 Yan'an Dong Lu, near Xizang Lu

 

延安东路523号上海音乐城4楼

Phone:

5383 9989
 
(2 Reviews)

Hazara

Address:

118 Ruijin Er Lu, near Fuxing Zhong Lu

 

瑞金二路118号4号楼

Phone:

6466 4328
 
(0 Reviews)

Fook Lam Moon

Address:

Shangri-La Hotel, 33 Fu Cheng Lu, Pudong

 

富城路33号, 香格里拉大酒店, 近银城东路

Phone:

 
(2 Reviews)

Tan Wai Lou

Address:

5F, Bund 18, No. 18 Zhongshan Dong Yi Road, Nanjing Lu

 

中山东一路18号5楼,近南京路

Phone:

6339 1188
 

Cupola

Address:

17 Guang Dong Road, 7/F

 

广东路17号7楼,近中山东一路

Phone:

6323 0608
 
     
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