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Below is a list of popular Restaurants and Bars with outdoor seating areas.
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Yuyintang

Address:

1731 Yanan Xi Lu, near Kaixuan Lu

 

延安西路1731号(凯旋路) 中山公园小白楼

Phone:

5237 8662
 
Yuyintang is one of the oldest underground live music houses in Shanghai, and has become a staple in the city. Featuring regular gigs every weekend, it brings in underground rock acts both worldwide and local.
(9 Reviews)

New Heights

Address:

7F, Three on the Bund, 3 Zhong Shan Dong Yi Lu

 

中山东一路3号外滩3号7楼

Phone:

6321 0909
 
With one of least obstructed views overlooking the Bund, New Heights' wooden patio is also one of the most spacious. The interior has all the markings of fine dining.

De la Coast

Address:

5-6F, 1 Yan'an Lu

 

延安路1号,近中山东一路(外滩)

Phone:

6330 2615
 
With lovely views of the Bund and accompanying terrace, De La Coast is know for their signature cocktails, wine & good service. Relaxing atmosphere amid east-meets-west decor provides a nice experience for patrons after work, or tourists looking for ..
(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)

Lapis Lazuli

Address:

9 Dongping Lu, near Hengshan Lu

 

东平路9号,近衡山路

Phone:

6473 1021
 
Two floors of traditional-style Chinese decor (think dark wood on dark wood) create quiet Zen-like atmosphere. The covered garden out back is a quaint, tree-filled spot and the highlight of Lapis Lazuli until management decided it was time to impose ..
(11 Reviews)

A Future Perfect

Address:

No. 16, Lane 351 Huashan Lu, near Changshu Lu

 

华山路351弄16号, 近常熟路

Phone:

6248 8020
 
Tucked away in a lane, A Future Perfect is one of the growing number of venues in Shanghai that tries to make you forget where you are. A garden/patio out back is quiet, tree-lined and star-studded. Food is hit or miss.
(0 Reviews)

Baby Bamboo

Address:

House 26, Hong Mei Entertainment Street, Lane 3338 Pedestrian-only street, just of Hong Mei Lu

 

虹梅路3338号虹梅路休闲街26号

Phone:

6465 9099
 
This sports bar is the baby brother of Big Bamboo over on Tong Ren Lu. With sport being shown on the hoards of TVs and a selection of bar games, there is enough going on here to keep you happily entertained. The food is your standard bar fare, but th..
(0 Reviews)

Las Tapas (Hong Mei)

Address:

House 33, Hong Mei Entertainment Street, Lane 3338 Pedestrian-only street, just of Hong Mei Lu

 

虹梅路3338弄虹梅休闲步行街33号楼

Phone:

6465 8345
 
This popular tapas restaurant is the third Las Tapas in the city. With two floors - plus additional outdoor seating - the restaurant brings some Spanish flavor to Hong Mei. For those wanting something a bit more substantial, there are also pasta and ..
(11 Reviews)

Element Fresh (Shanghai Centre)

Address:

No. 112 Retail, 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu, near Tongren Lu, Shanghai Centre

 

1376南京西路(近西康路上海商城112室)

Phone:

6279 8682
 
This newly refurbished rendition of Element Fresh has a lounge-like second floor but is otherwise the same. Open kitchen, fresh food, noticeably clean, slow service, pricey.
(1 Reviews)

Rijsttafel

Address:

House 43, 3338 Hong Mei Entertainment Street Pedestrian-only passage, just of Hong Mei Lu

 


Phone:

6465 9880
 
This is a new lounge restaurant specializing in Indonesian cuisine. Located along the bustling Hong Mei Entertainment Street, this restaurant's is spread over two floors, with additional outdoor seating providing excellent opportunities for people wa..
(4 Reviews)

Papa's Bierstube

Address:

No 22-24 Hong Mei Entertainment Street, Lane 3338 Hong Mei Lu, near Yanan Lu

 

虹梅路3338号虹梅休闲街22-24号,近延安西路

Phone:

6465 8880
 
This German bierstube remains a popular eatery on Hong Mei Entertainment Street. With Hofbrau and Weihenstephaner available of draught, fans of German beer will be able to wet their whiskers, and they also have a varied German menu featuring all your..

Oscar's

Address:

1377 Fuxing Lu, near Baoqing Lu

 

复兴路1377号,近宝庆路

Phone:

6431 6528
 
There are certain places that are perfect for watching sport. Oscar's in one of them. A selection of TV screens are scattered over the pubs two floors along with the obligatory pool table and dartbords; however the pub is small enough to retain a ori..
(2 Reviews)

Blue Frog (Hong Mei)

Address:

Lane 3338,30 Hong Mei Entertainment Street Pedestrian-only lane, just of Hong Mei Lu

 

虹梅路3338弄30号

Phone:

5422 5119
 
The Hong Mei branch of Blue Frog serves up what you would expect from a Blue Frog venue: a wide selection of food and drinks suitable for all the family. With a separate dining section and play area for the kids, this venue is perfect for the little ..
(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,..
(5 Reviews)

Simply Thai (Xin Tian Di)

Address:

North block Xintiandi, Lane 181 Taicang Lu, corner of Madang Lu and Xingye Lu

 

太仓路181号,新天地南里

Phone:

6326 2088
 
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..
(6 Reviews)

Citizen Cafe

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 ..
(1 Reviews)

I-Mix

Address:

882 Julu Lu

 

巨簏路882近常熟路

Phone:

62496069
 
Specializing in Italian and Mediterranean cuisine, I-Mix is a peaceful and quaint restaurant set in an historic villa in the French Concession. A large veranda offers you the chance to enjoy a peaceful and relaxing meal, away from the hustle and bust..
(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 ..
(0 Reviews)

Kaiba

Address:

528 Kangding Lu, near Xikang Lu

 

康定路528号, 近西康路

Phone:

 
Serious beer lovers in Shanghai won’t be disappointed with the serious beer selection at KaiBa: they’ve got an extensive bottle and draft list of over 65 imported Belgian and International favourites. Beers are served in proper glassware by a fully..
(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.
(10 Reviews)

Baan Thai

Address:

1479 Fuxing Zhong Lu, near Huaihai Lu

 

复兴中路1479号 近淮海路

Phone:

6433 6955
 
Protected from the roar of Fuxing Lu by high stone walls, Baan Thai is known for it's Thai-style pagoda. The epitome of outdoor seating, the pagoda is a moat like structure surrounded by trickling, fish filled streams. The dishes are well-spiced and ..
(5 Reviews)

Paulaner Braeuhaus (Fenyang Lu)

Address:

150 Fenyang Lu, near Fuxing Lu

 

汾阳路150路,近复兴路

Phone:

6474 5700
 
Paulaner is the most successful German restaurant chain in Shanghai and boasts three grandiose outlets on both sides of the Huangpu, including one in Xintiandi (although that one's mainly for tourists). All your standard German dishes are available ..
(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.
(5 Reviews)

Abbey Road

Address:

45 Yueyang Lu, near Dongping Lu

 

岳阳路45号,东平路口

Phone:

6431 6787
 
Named after that little street those wacky Beatles trotted across, Abbey Road has become one of the most popular summer venues in Shanghai. With patio seating, cheap beer on tap and lots of (at times unfortunate) classic rock, this bar/restaurant is ..
(0 Reviews)

Jwow Bar

Address:

515 Jianguo Xi Lu, near Wulumuqi Lu

 

建国西路515号 近乌鲁木齐路

Phone:

5492 1655
 
Look for wine shop using an empty bottle as a doorknob. Cute? Gimmicky? You decide. J Wow is rather large as far as street shops go, includes an indoor lounge, outdoor seating and daily drink specials. (Bottles are not included in said specials.)
(10 Reviews)

Bonito

Address:

Bldg 1, 508 Jiashan Lu, near Jianguo Xi Lu

 

嘉善路508号1号楼101室 近建国西路

Phone:

5465 1871
 
Located in burgeoning Loft area Bonito serves high-end tapas in delicate portions and some of Spain's best vintages. An outdoor space with tables and and comfortable lounges creates an ideal summer ambiance. Inside decor is swanky with a large upstai..
(0 Reviews)

La Verbena

Address:

2967 Lujiazui West Lu, Bei Bing Jiang Da Dao.

 

陆家嘴西路2967号,北滨江大道

Phone:

5878 9837
 
La Verbena is a popular Spanish restaurant perched on the banks of the Huang Pu River. The glass building and extensive riverside decking offer spectacular views of the city and, during the evening, their resident Latino band provide lively accompani..

JZ Club

Address:

46 Fuxing Lu, near Yongfu Lu

 

复兴路46号, 近永福路

Phone:

6431 0269
 
JZ Club offers its patrons a little flavor of "old Shanghai." Dark and smoky with red lamps and quality jazz, the club packs 'em in on the weekends, so get there early. There is a large rooftop patio that not many know about - unfortunately sitting t..
(0 Reviews)

Vipa

Address:

Lane 3338, House 27 Hong Mei Entertainment Street Pedestrian-only lane, just of Hong Mei Lu

 


Phone:

6401 1790
 
International restaurant/bar serving a range of European food. They have a good selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails and their outdoor seating area could make this very popular in the summer. They have a set lunch menu (three courses in..
(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..
(0 Reviews)

Skyline

Address:

5/f, 82 Xinle Lu, Mansion Hotel, near Xiangyang Lu

 

新乐路82号5楼,近襄阳路

Phone:

5403 6692
 
In it's third reincarnation, Skyline boasts one of the best terrace in the French Concession. It's a good place for the afternoon cocktail with friends or for the break from the Shopping in the street below. As a part of the Mansion Hotel the bill wi..
(6 Reviews)

O'Malley's

Address:

42 Taojiang Lu, near Wulumuqi Lu

 

桃江路42号,近乌鲁木齐路

Phone:

6474 4533
 
If you think you've reached the end of Taojiang Lu, keep going and you will stumble upon the gates of O'Malley's. With Guinness and Steak pies, chips, televisions and outdoor benches O'Malley's captures that authentic Irish feel. This bar/restaurant ..

Colours

Address:

Villa 11, 118 Ruijin Lu

 

瑞金路118号,11座,近永嘉路

Phone:

5466 5577
 
If you sit in the middle of the tree-fringed patio and ignore your peripheral vision, Colours Bar and Restaurant at the Ruijin Guest House almost feels like Central Park. With trickling streams of water drowning out Shanghai's noise pollution, this i..
(0 Reviews)

Boonna Cafe (Huaihai Lu)

Address:

1690 Huaihai Zhong Lu, near Wanping Lu

 

淮海中路 1690

Phone:

021 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..
(0 Reviews)

au Cafe de Paris

Address:

168 Fangbang Zhong Lu, Dragon Gate Mall, near Yu Garden

 

上海黄浦区方浜中路168号 豫龙坊 1001

Phone:

6335 6990
 
French food close to the Yu Gardens with a large, quiet terrace

Bar Hulu

Address:

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

 

中山东一路500号2裸, 外滩

Phone:

5308 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..
(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..
(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.
(14 Reviews)

Malone's

Address:

255 Tongren Lu, near Nanjing Xi Lu

 

铜仁路255号, 近南京西路, 波特曼酒店旁

Phone:

6247 2400
 
Described as an 'American Cafe', Malone's is home to the most extensive burger menu in the city. Smack in the middle of Tongren Lu just around the corner from the Shanghai Center, Malone's is usually packed with expats and the out of town business cr..
(5 Reviews)

Cotton's

Address:

132 An Ting Lu, near Jianguo Xi Lu

 

安亭路132号,近建国西路

Phone:

6433 7995
 
Cotton's chilled-out villa atmosphere is also the place to go if you're not used to Chinese food and don't plan on becoming acclimated. They've done a good job of creating a pretty spot deep within the French Concession where foreigners can feel like..
(11 Reviews)

NOVA

Address:

418 Dagu Lu, near Chengdu Bei Lu

 

大沽路418号

Phone:

6340 1889
 
Considered a Bristro to some, this place located in the pleasant Dagu Lu amongst other restaurants and bars, is more a French restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. A large selection of wine is available, Sunday brunch is also available perfect ..
(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..
(30 Reviews)

Barbarossa

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..

Zapata's

Address:

5 Hengshan Lu, near Dongping Lu

 

衡山路5号,近东平路

Phone:

64334104
 
As one of Shanghai's most popular bars, Zapata's holds court over the entire Hengshan Lu nightlife scene from their fantastic outdoor terrace and multiple venue complex. Usually packed any given night of the week, especially their Wednesday ladies ni..
(3 Reviews)

Kommune

Address:

210 Taikang Lu, near Sinan Lu, inside the Taikang creative area

 

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..
(0 Reviews)

Bastiaan Bakery & Konditorei

Address:

Lane 3338, No 18 Hong Mei Entertainment Street Pedestrian-only lane, just of Hong Mei Lu

 

虹梅路3338弄18号,虹梅休闲街内,近延安路高架

Phone:

6465 8022
 
A specialist bakery and patesarie cafe. They produce all their cakes and bread onsight and they can even make cakes for special occasions such as weddings and birthdays. Their kids section (kids corner and outdoor slide) along with kids menu (mac and..
(9 Reviews)

Mesa & Manifesto

Address:

748 Julu Lu, near Fumin Lu

 

巨鹿路748号,近富民路

Phone:

6289 9108
 
A spacious and tastefully decorated "all meals" venue, Mesa's food can hit or miss and suffers from high prices. The appealing second floor veranda makes it difficult to leave Mesa – brunch overlooking the buzz of Julu Lu can turn into an all day af..
     
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