Article: Cafes

New Cafes are opening up constantly. This is a list of well known and outstanding cafes in Shanghai
(1 Reviews)

Boonna (Xinle)

Address:

88 Xinle Lu, near Xiangyang Lu

 

新乐路88号, 近襄阳路

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..
(10 Reviews)

Cafe Montmartre (Wulumuqi Lu)

Address:

66 Wulumuqi Zhong Lu near Changle Lu

 

乌鲁木齐路66号, 近长乐路

Phone:

5158-9377
 
With venues all over town –- one in north Jing'an, one in the French Concession, and one in Gubei -- Café Montmartre is one of the older and more successful mid-level French staples around town. They serve traditional French cuisine and café fair..
(2 Reviews)

Cafe Montmartre (New Factories)

Address:

537 Haifang Lu, New factories near Xikang Lu

 

海防路537号, 近西康路

Phone:

5404 7658
 
With venues all over town -- one in north Jing'an, one in the French Concession, and one in Gubei -- Cafe Montmartre is one of the older and more successful mid-level French staples around town. They serve traditional French cuisine and café fair, ..
(0 Reviews)

Cafe Montmartre (Gubei)

Address:

3911 Hongmei Lu near Yan'an Lu

 

红梅路3911号

Phone:

62618089
 
With venues all over town -- one in north Jing'an, one in the French Concession, and one in Gubei -- Cafe Montmartre is one of the older and more successful mid-level French staples around town. They serve traditional French cuisine and cafe fair, a..
(0 Reviews)

Coolzey (Huashan Lu)

Address:

1589 Huashan Lu, near Huaihai Zhong Lu

 

华山路1589号, 近淮海中路

Phone:

6255 1428
 
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..
(34 Reviews)

Whisk

Address:

1250 Huaihai Lu, near Huating Lu

 

淮海路1250号, 近华亭路

Phone:

5404 7770
 
Whisk's main theme is chocolate, from the chip-studded, layered cake-looking outside wall to the blocks of it on the inside counter with the Whish name carved in to them. Chocolate is their thing. But Whisk also does a good trade for their non-chocol..
(14 Reviews)

Wagas (Citic Square)

Address:

B/F, Citic Square, 1168 Nanjing Xi Lu, near Jiangning Lu

 

南京西路1168号B楼, 近江宁路

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..

Wagas (Hong Kong New World)

Address:

300 Huaihai Zhong Lu, near Madang Lu

 

淮海中路300号, 近马当路

Phone:

6335 3739
 
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..
(0 Reviews)

Wagas (Thumb Plaza)

Address:

1/F, Thumb Plaza, 199 Fangdian Lu, near Dingxiang Lu

 

芳甸路199号1楼 大拇指广场, 近丁香路

Phone:

5033 6277
 
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..

Wagas (Jiaozhou Lu)

Address:

265 Jiaozhou Lu, near Xinzha Lu

 

胶州路265号 近新闸路

Phone:

6272 0353
 
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..

Wagas (Grand Gateway)

Address:

1/F, Grand Gateway, 1 Hongqiao Lu, near Zhaojiabang Lu

 

虹桥路1号1楼 , 近肇嘉浜路

Phone:

6447 3808
 
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..
(1 Reviews)

Amokka

Address:

201 Anfu Lu, near Wulumuqi Lu

 

安福路201号, 近乌鲁木齐路

Phone:

5404 0998
 
This cafe/restaurant/wine bar serves light American fare such as sauteed fish and pasta dishes. Upstairs the ambiance is cozy, with an inviting fireplace as the centerpiece and soft couches to lounge on if you're there for a beverage.

Coffee Tree (Wukang Lu)

Address:

Wukang Lu 376 inside Ferguson Lane, by Tai'an Lu

 

武康路376号 近湖南路

Phone:

6466 0361
 
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 reliable spot to get some work done on the weekend.
(2 Reviews)

Visage Patisserie (Xintiandi)

Address:

Xintiandi North Block, Lane 181 Taicang Lu, near Madang Lu

 

太仓路181号,新天地北里, 近马当路

Phone:

6385 4878
 
The dessert venue by the Face Group, Visage is probably the only place in Shanghai you'll find the perfect, Parisian croissant. Courtesy of pastry chef Eric Perez, who some might credit with bringing western style desserts to Asia, tiramisu at Visage..

Visage Patisserie

Address:

808 Hongqiao Lu, near Huaihai Xi Lu

 

虹桥路808号, 淮海西路

Phone:

6448 1233
 
The dessert venue by the Face Group, Visage is probably the only place in Shanghai you'll find the perfect, Parisian croissant. Courtesy of pastry chef Eric Perez, who some might credit with bringing western style desserts to Asia, tiramisu at Visage..
(6 Reviews)

Citizen

Address:

222 Jinxian Lu, near Shanxi Nan Lu

 

进贤路222号, 近陕西南路

Phone:

6258 1620
 
The consummate expat hideaway, Citizen serves good food and better martinis. It's cozy lounge seating on the first floor is idea for reading, working or meeting fellow cafe-goers. Used to be that Citizen was the only game on Jinxian Lu, but now the ..
(4 Reviews)

Cafe Mojo

Address:

No. 40, Lane 248 Taikang Lu, near Sinan Lu

 

泰康路248弄40号,近思南路

Phone:

6437 2547
 
Small laneway cafe typical of the cafes in these lanes, the difference for this cafe is that it serves vietnamese coffee.

Exit

Address:

528 Kang Ding Lu, near Xikang Lu

 

康定路528号, 近西康路

Phone:

150 00 82 6259
 
Serves a selection of continental breakfasts and comfort food, but with a focus on friendly but rowdy Euro drinking sessions into the night
(2 Reviews)

BLiSS

Address:

181 Jinxian Lu, near Maoming Lu

 

进贤路181号, 近茂名南路

Phone:

5228 5823
 
Pleasant neighbourhood style cafe and bar, located among fashion and gift stores, making a perfect rest stop in between the shopping.

The Cottage

Address:

25a Taojiang Lu, near Hengshan Lu

 

桃江路 25A号 进衡山路

Phone:

6466 0753
 
Once the annex to the German Consul's residence and now done up in a shabby-chic jumble with antiques, junk, and travel books filling the walls, The Cottage has more character than most cafes in Shanghai. The food menu is limited to a few sandwiches ..
(5 Reviews)

Beca

Address:

Bldg C, Red Town, 570 Huaihai Xi Lu, near Hongqiao Lu

 

淮海西路570号C号楼, 近虹桥路

Phone:

6280 7232
 
Next door to Shanghai's Sculpture Space, Beca is a cafe/restaurant with lovely exposed brick and a standard Mediterranean menu.

Old China Hand Reading Room

Address:

27 Shaoxing Lu, near Shaanxi Nan Lu

 

绍兴路27号, 近陕西南路

Phone:

6473 2526
 
Library-cum-cafe by photographer Deke Erh and notable Shanghai historian Tess Johnston, dripping with atmosphere, character, and plenty of English books on China.
(0 Reviews)

Citta Espresso Club (Fuzhou Lu)

Address:

318 Fuzhou Lu, near Shandong Lu

 

福州路318号, 近山东路

Phone:

51782065
 
Italian Coffee club with outdoor seating, offering a relaxed atmosphere and Italian meals.
(4 Reviews)

Blue Chair

Address:

228 Xiangyang Nan Lu, near Fuxing Lu

 

襄阳南路228号, 近复兴路

Phone:

6466 0482, 6466 4286
 
It wouldn't be Shanghai without a combination creperie and furniture gallery. Yes, at Blue Chair you can fill up on chocolate crepes and purchase a, um, blue chair. Desserts are all fine; "meal" crepes are often runny - and in all the wrong places.
(1 Reviews)

iiiit! (Wulumuqi Lu)

Address:

The Summit Clubhouse, 99 Wulumuqi Zhong Lu, near Changle Lu

 

乌鲁木齐路99号, 近长乐路

Phone:

5404 2837
 
iiiit! is an attempt to bring simple, healthy gourmet café food to the Shanghai market, serving everything from appetizers, to a delicious range of Italian paninis and sandwiches, pizzas, and fruity smoothies. iiit! also has their own impressively q..

iiiit! (Guangdong Lu)

Address:

1/F, World Trade Tower, 500 Guangdong Lu, near Hubei Lu

 

广东路500号1楼, 近湖北路

Phone:

6362 0567
 
iiiit! is an attempt to bring simple, healthy gourmet café food to the Shanghai market, serving everything from appetizers, to a delicious range of Italian paninis and sandwiches, pizzas, and fruity smoothies. iiit! also has their own impressively q..
(0 Reviews)

Boonna (Huaihai Lu)

Address:

1690 Huaihai Zhong Lu, near Hunan Lu

 

淮海中路1690号, 近湖南路

Phone:

6433 0835
 
Huaihau Lu Boonna is an improvement on its siblings with its outdoor patio carefully protected from the main drag's frenzy. With its shelf full of books to read while you drink coffee and available computers, Boonna has all the markings of bohemia, e..

House of Flour

Address:

1/F, Shanghai Legend, 635 Bibo Lu, near Zuchongzhi Lu, Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park

 

碧波路635号1楼, 近祖冲之路

Phone:

5080 6230
 
House of Flour is the brainchild of Brian Tan, erstwhile five-star hotel pastry chef. When Tan left the luxury hotels, he focused on quality and value for his own venture, of which House of Flour is the first. It translates as inexpensive but excelle..
(11 Reviews)

Gourmet Cafe

Address:

455 Shanxi Bei Lu, near Beijing Xi Lu

 

陕西北路455号, 近北京西路

Phone:

5213 6885
Delivery: 5213 6887
 
Gourmet Burger Cafe offers inventive gourmet hamburgers in a modern cafe environment. Over 30 different variations, such as the 'Crakajak' with premium beef, cracked black peppercorns and melted cheddar cheese or the 'L'Avorella' with prime beef, bu..
(0 Reviews)

Ginger Indochine (Sinan Lu)

Address:

30 Sinan Lu, near Huaihai Zhong Lu

 

思南路30号, 近淮海中路

Phone:

6093 5820
 
Ginger Indochine serves South East Asian disher such as Vietnamese Banh Xeo Hue Turmeric Crepe filled with Shrimps, Chicken & Herbs amongst other favourites.

Garden Books

Address:

325 Changle Lu, near Shanxi Lu

 

长乐路325号,近陕西路

Phone:

5404 8729
 
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 the..
(0 Reviews)

Friends

Address:

2nd floor, 60 Xin Le Lu, near Shanxi Lu

 

新乐路60号二楼,近陕西南路

Phone:

5403 5370
 
Friends is a modern, cozy and intimate cafe serving fresh sandwiches, juice blends, salads and a variety of beverage concoctions. One part cafe and one part art gallery, Friends has their eyes "on supporting the local art scene".
(0 Reviews)

Tasca 24/7 Bistro

Address:

3F, 78 Tongren lu, Near Nanjing Xi Lu

 

铜仁路78-80号 近南京西路, 地铁2号线静安寺站

Phone:

6289 3602
 
Former Taco Popo above "Judy's" on Tongren Lu has been turned into an Intercontinental fusion bistro, with everything from burgers to paninis, pizzas to pancakes available 24/7 along with cocktails and signature drinks.
(0 Reviews)

Sibilla

Address:

1/F, Bund 18, 18 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, near Nanjing Dong Lu

 

中山东路18号1楼, 近南京东路

Phone:

6329 9338
 
Forgotten cafe for paninis on the ground floor of Bund18.

Dunkin' Donuts (Fuzhou Lu)

Address:

546 Fuzhou Lu, near Hubei Lu

 

福州路546号 近湖北

Phone:

6350 0602
 
Dunkin' Donuts, 'nuff said
(0 Reviews)

Tea Room - Hyatt on the Bund

Address:

Lobby, Hyatt on the Bund, 199 Huangpu Lu

 

上海外滩茂悦大酒店1层, 黄浦路199号,近外滩

Phone:

6393 1234 ext. 6317
 
Designed resembling a European tea salon, the Tea Room in the Hyatt on the Bund offers indoor and terrace seating. Their menu features specialty tea selections from all over the world, light European cuisine, high-tea set, and desserts.
(1 Reviews)

Anar

Address:

129 Xingfu Lu, near Fahuazhen Lu

 

幸福路129号, 近法华镇路

Phone:

6280 9326
 
Chef Muhammed Ahmed from Hulja, Xinjinag Province offers some of his hometown favorites like Turkish-style sandwiches, coban salad (shepherd salad) , and traditional desserts like siker pare (sugar coin), alongside drinks like Uyghur milk tea and fre..
(0 Reviews)

Element Fresh (Silver Court)

Address:

6/F, Silver Court. 228 Xizang Nan Lu, near Shouning Lu

 

西藏南路228号6楼, 近寿宁路

Phone:

6334 3598
 
Chain of restaurants and one of the longest running with quality ingredients and good service. One of the mainstays in Shanghai.
(0 Reviews)

Julie's Food Experience - HongMei

Address:

No 26 HongMei Pedestrian Street

 

虹梅路3338号虹梅休闲街26号,近延安西路

Phone:

6465 9099
 
Canadian restaurant specializing in brunch and take home dishes. From savory and sweet crepes, French toast, thick pancakes, and waffles to eggs, omelets, fresh fruit and yogurt, the menu features French-Canadian fare made with fresh, low-fat, health..
(3 Reviews)

Vienna Cafe

Address:

25 Shaoxing Lu, near Ruijin Er Lu

 

绍兴路25号, 近瑞金二路

Phone:

6445 2131
 
Cakes, muffins, scones and myriad other baked goods are the big draw at Vienna cafe on tranquil Shaoxing Lu. Thursday night movie screenings are a bonus - the cafe shows everything from European Indie Films to American Oscar nominees.

Bohemia

Address:

Taikang Lu, Lane 248, No. 42

 

泰康路 248弄42号, 瑞金二路

Phone:

6415 0065
 
Cafe that serves light snacks like breakfast, sandwiches and salads. Wireless internet also available for your browsing pleasure.
(5 Reviews)

Embre

Address:

832 Julu Lu, near Fumin Lu

 

巨鹿路832号,近富民路

Phone:

6248 8705
 
Cafe serving brunch, sandwiches and soup of the day. With an outfdoor seating space, this place makes for a nice lazy Sunday afternoon with a few friends.
(0 Reviews)

Pier 39

Address:

172 Jinxian Lu, near Maoming Lu

 

进贤路172号, 茂名路

Phone:

6258 1939
 
Cafe next to Mind Offices, serving simple cafe dishes, from Salads, Sandwiches, Smoothies, pasta and of course Coffee.
(0 Reviews)

Briccocafe

Address:

158 Chengdu Nan Lu near Huaihai Zhong Lu

 

成都南路158号 近淮海中路

Phone:

63879188
 
Briccocafe's new branch off Huaihai Lu is a super clean, two floor venue with fresh Italian foods - pizzas, deli meats, parm - and chock full of Italian zest. In addition to the fairly priced food, the cafe sells an array of imported Italian goods, f..
(0 Reviews)

Bastiaan Bakery & Konditorei

Address:

Shop 18, Hongmei Lu Pedestrian Street, 3338 Hongmei Lu, near Yan'an Xi Lu

 

虹梅路3338弄18号, 近延安西路

Phone:

6465 8022
 
Bastiaan is a small, owner-run bakery that started off specializing in dark German breads, and expanded into pastries, cakes, and, now, a cafe that does simple Western all-day dining. Real family-friendly.
(22 Reviews)

Arch

Address:

439 Wukang Lu, near Huaihai Lu

 

武康路439号, 近淮海路

Phone:

6466 0807
 
Arch is a delightful "design" cafe that's past its expiration date. It still has the lovely ground floor in a standout, Flatiron-esque building on Huaihai Lu, a stack full of design magazines, and an overly chatty and clever menu, but the general con..
(3 Reviews)

Kommune

Address:

Bldg 7, 210 Taikang Lu, near Sinan Lu

 

泰康路201号7号楼, 近思南路

Phone:

6466 2416
 
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 quarte..

La 3 Cafe

Address:

Taikang Lu, Lane 210, No. 3

 

泰康路210弄3号

Phone:

5466 1621
 
A selection of beverages, finger foods and cakes on the go! No seating available but good for a quick snack in between shopping breaks.

Cafei

Address:

333 Tongren Lu, near Beijing Lu

 

同仁路333号, 近北京路

Phone:

6289 1690
 
A part if the ICONs entertainment group, Cafei is the all day dining or cafe serving light meals, sandwiches and deserts.
(0 Reviews)

Pink Room

Address:

5/F, Barbie Shanghai, 550 Huaihai Zhong Lu, near Chengdu Nan Lu

 

淮海中路550号芭比上海6楼, 近成都南路

Phone:

6171 6063
 
A ladylike coffee shop for high tea and handmade chocolate, on the fifth floor of Barbie Shanghai.
     
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