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(9 Reviews)

Franck's Bistro

Address:

376 Wukang Lu, near Hunan Lu inside Ferguson Lane

 

武康路376号,近湖南路

Phone:

6437 6465
 
While service may be a little lacking the food here speaks for itself. The emphasis is on quality, not quantity. Guests select from the daily board which features dishes such as home made pate terrine, cold cuts, grilled sea bass and lobster rissoto,..
(9 Reviews)

Bella Napoli

Address:

140 Xikang Lu, near Beijing Lu

 

西康路 近北京西路

Phone:

6253 8358
 
Tucked away in the center of Shanghai, right next to Portman-Ritz Carlton and Plaza 66 provides Southern Italian cuisine. Bella Napoli's menu has an array of salads, antipasti, home-made pastas. Lunch sets available.
(1 Reviews)

Art Salon Restaurant

Address:

164 Nanchang Lu, near Sinan Lu

 

南昌路164号

Phone:

5306 5462
 
Traditionally decorated venue with authentic Shanghai home cooking is set in a beautifully refurbished building on calm and quiet Nanchang Lu. Highlights: Art Salon offers a large number of vegetarian dishes and has yet to be invaded by the expat cro..
(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 ..
(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.

Creek Kitchen

Address:

Behind 423 Guangfu Road

 

光复路423号,近乌镇路

Phone:

6380 4150-16
 
This Italian restaurant started by Norway's richest Chinese, Yuan Wen'er is situated on the top floor of the Creek Art Building, offering a view of Suzhou Creek. Signature dishes include lasagne, marsala and of course, cheese cake.

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..

Pudong Shangri-La

Address:

Pudong, 33 Fu Cheng Lu, near Yin Cheng Dong Lu

 

上海浦东香格里拉大酒店, 浦东富城路33号,近银城东路

Phone:

6882 8888 x 450, 451
 
The Pudong Shangri-La claims to have the largest guestrooms in the whole of Shanghai - and with 54 square meters reserved for the hotel's premier rooms, you'd be a fool to disagree. The hotel also boasts the two largest ballrooms in Shanghai, which m..
(2 Reviews)

Simply Thai (Dongping Lu)

Address:

5c Dongping Lu, near Hengshan Lu

 

东平路5c,近衡山路

Phone:

6445 9551
 
The general agreement is that Simply Thai is just okay. Slightly pricey, the food tastes average, looks average, and is sized average. Service is slow and not particularly helpful. Admittedly, the good experiences at Simply Thai outnumber the bad,..
(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..
(5 Reviews)

Baci at Park97

Address:

2A Gaolan Lu, inside Fuxing Park, near Sinan Lu

 

皋兰路2A,复兴公园内

Phone:

5383 2328; 5383 2208
 
Since its opening in 1997, Baci has been a staple of Shanghai's Italian dining scene, offering a contemporary menu by Italian Executive Chef Marco Banzola. Chic and intimate, Baci offers fresh pastas, tantalizing desserts, spectacular weekend brunch ..
(0 Reviews)

El Wajh

Address:

Dongjiao State Guest Hotel, 1800 Jinke Road

 

金科路1800号上海东郊宾馆

Phone:

5027 8261
 
Set in a villa near the golf course in Jinqiao, El Wajh's sister restaurant in Pudong offers a pleasant and cozy atmosphere in which to enjoy decidedly Moroccan and Mediterranean fair. Their signature Tajine and cous-cous dishes are worthy of a note ..
(11 Reviews)

Casanova

Address:

913 Julu Lu, near Changshu Lu

 

巨鹿路913号,近常熟路

Phone:

5403 4528
 
Set in a refurbished colonial building overlooking a private garden, Casanova is a fusion of modern and traditional Italian fare. You'll find some rare seafood here such as baby octopus and soft shell crab, as well a selection of sinful desserts.
(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..
(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..
(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 ..
(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..
(10 Reviews)

Des Lys

Address:

178 Xinle Lu, near Donghu Lu

 

新乐路178号,近襄阳路

Phone:

5404 5077 or 400 888 5757
 
Experience some authentic French cuisine in this cozy and inviting restaurant. With portraits of loyal customers hanging on the walls, this find offers an intimate setting appropriate for everything from romantic dinners, to lunch with friends, or an..
(14 Reviews)

Enoteca (Anfu Lu)

Address:

53-57 Anfu Lu, near Changshu Lu and Wulumuqi Lu

 

安福路, 近乌鲁木齐路和华山路

Phone:

5404 0050
 
Enoteca has set itself as one of the most affordable joints to be downing the drink of gods. Most of the wines are from Argentina and Chile but not limited to these 2 wine regions. It has an equipped kitchen serving up set lunches and simple brunch a..
(17 Reviews)

el Willy

Address:

20 Donghu Lu, near Huai hai Lu

 

东湖路20号,近淮海路

Phone:

5404 5757
 
El Willy's opened with a flourish this year bringing an array of Spanish tapas to the French Concession. With its wide selection of beverages, spacious outdoor patio and gentle lighting, this spot becomes a romantic atmosphere by night.
(12 Reviews)

Azul Viva

Address:

18 Dongping Lu, near Hengshan Lu

 

东平路18号, 近衡山路

Phone:

6433 1172
 
Eduardo Vargas' highly successful comfortable eatery has become a brunch favorite among expats. Take off your shoes and eat sitting on the floor in a bundle of plush pillows, or head upstairs for normal tables. The chef's Peruvian origins are present..
(0 Reviews)

Closed Door

Address:

808 Changle Lu, near Changshu Lu

 

长乐路808号 靠近常熟路

Phone:

62480098
 
Closed Door is the newest Eduardo Vargas Italian eatery on the Shanghai dining scene, and resides in a little nook in a 1939 French Concession garden lane house on Changle Lu. True to its name, "Closed Door" operates on a by-reservation-only policy,..
(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..

Astor House Pujiang

Address:

15 Huangpu Lu, near Dongdaming Lu

 

浦江饭店, 黄浦路15号, 近东大名路

Phone:

6324 6388
 
Built in 1847 and touted as the "oldest hotel in China," Astor House also claims to have sheltered the likes of Charlie Chaplain, Russell Bertrand and American Civil War General/President, Ulysses S. Grant – all of whose portraits hang in the grand ..
(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..
(12 Reviews)

Arugula

Address:

Lane 49, House 2, Fuxing Xi Lu, near Wulumuqi Lu

 

复兴西路49弄2号,近乌鲁木齐路 和 永福路

Phone:

6433 8577
 
A white sign on Fuxing Lu points you into the alley where you'll find Arugula's friendly orange building. Downstairs is a bit cramped but upstairs is a spacious cozy atmosphere. The brunch menu is the best deal but all the food is worth a go. There a..
(5 Reviews)

Coconut Paradise

Address:

38 Fumin Lu, near Julu Lu

 

富民路38号

Phone:

6248 1998
 
A renovated French style villa with spacious enclosed garden houses one of Shanghai's most popular Thai eateries. The dimly lit interior makes for an intimate setting.

Lounge Tara 57

Address:

2F, 57 Fuxing Xi Lu, opposite JZ Club and upstairs of Boonna Cafe, near Yongfu Lu

 

复兴西路57号2楼,JZ Club对面,近永福路

Phone:

6431 7027
 
A quaint little lounge bar set in the hippest bohemian street mixes up some of the best cocktails in town, namely those whipped up, shaken or stirred with Absinthe. A perfect place for gathering of coming and going friends.
(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
 
(8 Reviews)

Sens & Bund

Address:

6F, Bund 18, 1 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, near Nanjing Xi Lu

 

中山东一路1号外滩18号6楼

Phone:

6323 9898
 
(5 Reviews)

Bali Laguna

Address:

189 Huashan Lu, inside Jing'an Park, near Yanan Lu

 

华山路189号,静安公园内,近延安路

Phone:

6248 6970
 
(5 Reviews)

Isola Bella

Address:

2/F, No 41, Lane 816 Huai Hai Zhong Lu, near Maoming Nan Lu

 

淮海中路816弄41号2楼,近茂名南路

Phone:

5467 0170
 

Cupola

Address:

17 Guang Dong Road, 7/F

 

广东路17号7楼,近中山东一路

Phone:

6323 0608
 
(3 Reviews)

Three and Tree

Address:

333 Changle Lu, near Shanxi Nan Lu

 

长乐路333号,近陕西南路

Phone:

5403 1850
 
(0 Reviews)

Toscana Italy Restaurant

Address:

8/F Golden Eagle, 278 Shaanxi Bei Lu, near Nanjing Xi Lu

 

陕西北路278号金鹰国际购物中心8楼 近南京西路

Phone:

6288 3781
 
     
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