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(11 Reviews)

Jean Georges

Address:

4/F, Three on the Bund, 17 Guangdong Lu, near Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu

 

广东路17号,外滩三号4楼, 近中山东一路

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.
(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..
(0 Reviews)

Coolzey (Jianguo Lu)

Address:

148 Jianguo Xi Lu, near Shanxi Nan Lu

 

建国西路148号, 近陕西南路

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..
(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..
(9 Reviews)

New Heights

Address:

7/F, Three on the Bund, 17 Guangdong Lu, near Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu

 

广东路17号,外滩三号7楼, 近中山东一路

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.
(0 Reviews)

Favola

Address:

8/F, Le Royal Meridien Shanghai, 789 Nanjing Dong Lu, near Xizang Zhong Lu Entrance on Jiujiang Lu

 

南京东路789号, 世茂皇家艾美酒店8楼 近西藏中路

Phone:

3318 9999
 
With a sophisticated, modern setting Favola serves up a selection of classical Italian dishes.
(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..
(8 Reviews)

Punjabi (Xiangyang Lu)

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..
(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,..

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..
(1 Reviews)

Ye Shanghai

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:

6311 2323
 
Upscale restaurant located in the famouse Xintiandi tourist precinct serving Shanghainese and Hong Kong dishes including Yum Cha or Dim Sum.
(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.
(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)

Tony Roma's

Address:

1/F, Shanghai Center, 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu, near Xikang Lu

 

南京西路1376号1楼, 近西康路

Phone:

6279 7129
 
Tony Roma's is part and parcel of the Shanghai Center, home to the Ritz-Carlton, smoothie and sandwich chain Element French, French chain bakery Paul, imported food supermarket City Shop, and other expatriated comforts. It's an average BBQ rib chain,..
(2 Reviews)

Naam Thai

Address:

The Loft, 508, Jiashan Lu, near Jianguo Xi Lu and Xiangyang Lu

 

嘉善路508号尚街时尚 生活园区 1107-8 (近肇家浜路)

Phone:

5465 6005
 
Together with a string of other eateries at the Loft, Naam Thai brings a modern touch to it's dishes. With its casual seating outside, it makes for an ideal place to sit and laze about on a sunny afternoon.
(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, 近进贤路

Phone:

136 2179 7634
 
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.
(9 Reviews)

Shintori

Address:

803 Julu Lu, near Fumin Lu

 

巨鹿路803号, 近富民路

Phone:

5404 5252
 
This massive stone vault of a restaurant is 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 English-s..

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.
(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.
(3 Reviews)

The Spot

Address:

331 Tongren Lu, near Beijing Lu

 

铜仁路331号, 近北京西路

Phone:

6247 3579
 
The Spot is a popular sports bar / restaurant catering to a diverse group of expats looking for food, drinks, bar games, and international sports on the TV. In terms of décor, it's slightly nicer and more spacious than other options for sports bars..
(5 Reviews)

881 South Beauty (Yan'an Lu)

Address:

881 Yan'an Zhong Lu, near Tongren Lu, opposite Shanghai Exhibition Center

 

延安中路881号,近同仁路

Phone:

6247 5878
 
The South Beauty chain's formula of dressed-up Sichuan food in plush surroundings has made them a China-wide success. This highway-side location exemplifies their emphasis on style and surroundings - an imposing colonial mansion with a heavy bar that..

Wa Bao He Banquet Hall (Jiujiang Lu)

Address:

555 Jiujiang Lu, 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..
(0 Reviews)

The Melting Pot (Hengshan Lu)

Address:

10 Hengshan Lu, Gao'an Lu

 

衡山路10号, 近高安路

Phone:

6466 2101
 
The Melting Pot is a long-standing, though fairly average, live music house. Occasionally jam bands light up the stage, and there are some rough gems among the amateurs. As of summer 2009, they've also doubled up as a Thai restaurant open for lunch a..
(0 Reviews)

M1NT

Address:

318 Fuzhou Lu, near Shandong Lu

 

福州路318号, 近山东路路

Phone:

6391 2811
 
The latest membership style lounge bar/club/restaurant to grace Shanghai targeting at the elite. Boasting Asia's largest Shark tank and spectacular views of the Bund. There's even private access for VIPs, Private roof top terrace which includes priva..
(0 Reviews)

Boxing Cat Brewery (Fuxing Lu)

Address:

82 Fuxing Lu, near Yongfu Lu

 

复兴路82号, 近永福路

Phone:

6431 2091
 
The downtown sister to Minhang's Boxing Cat Brewery -- a project from serial restaurateur Kelley Lee - is slated to open here in early June 2009, with homebrewed pilsners, lagers, and more. Menu of southern 'Merican food and a garden, too.
(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..

Roosevelt Prime Steakhouse

Address:

160 Taiyuan Lu near Yongjia Lu

 

太原路160号 近永嘉路

Phone:

6433 8240
 
The clubby atmosphere, dry martinis, and very, very expensive US Prime steaks make Roosevelt Steakhouse a de facto playground for Shanghai's cigar-chomping elite. The menu is traditional power restaurant fare -- tableside Caesar salads, creamed spina..
(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)

100 Century Avenue

Address:

91-93 Floor Park Hyatt Shanghai, 100 Shiji Dadao, near Dongtai Lu

 

上海柏悦酒店 世纪大道100号, 91-93楼

Phone:

3855 1428
 
Spanning floors 91 through 93, 100 Century Avenue is the world’s highest bar, restaurant and private dining room. Serving Western, Chinese and Japanese cuisine, the multiple show kitchens include a charcuterie; a western kitchen with four dramatic w..
(0 Reviews)

Purple

Address:

2F, 1333 Huai Hai Zhong Lu, next to Bao Qing Lu

 

淮海中路1333号2楼, 近宝庆 路

Phone:

6431 1597
 
Small western restaurant with the colour purple as its core theme and decoration. Expect your usual staple of Steak, pasta, risotto, salmon steak and more.

Amici

Address:

1116 Yan'An Xi Lu, Changning District

 

长宁区延安西路1116号

Phone:

6115 9624
 
Simple Italian fare, reasonably priced and located in the Regent Hotel. Amici has a flare for seafood both fried and back. You will find a selection of Italian wines and desserts.
(11 Reviews)

Bund Brewery

Address:

11 Hankou Lu, near Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu

 

汉口路11号, 中山东一路

Phone:

6321 8447
 
Shanghai's second microbrewery Bund Brewery, although not really known for their home brew (dark, lager, and wheat), serves up quality gastro-fair in an area that specializes in fine upscale dining. Head on down for late night eats before or after B..
(0 Reviews)

Da Papa Mario

Address:

370 Dagu Lu, near Chengdu Bei Lu

 

大沽路370号, 近成都路

Phone:

6340 1615
 
Shanghai now has a truly authentic pizzaria, owned and managed by head chef, Mario, a white-haired, just-off-the-boat Italian. Decorated in the national colors of Italia, Da Papa's is filled with the aroma of baking dough and red pepper.
(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.
(0 Reviews)

Royal China

Address:

8/F, Jiu Guang, 1618 Nanjing Xi Lu, near Huashan Lu

 

南京西路1618号8楼, 近华山路

Phone:

6288 3063
 
Royal China is known both in Shanghai and London for its dim sum. It's a gawdy affair, with gold-colored pizza shapes stuck to the walls on the eight floor of a mall, but is consistently and fully packed for its roast pork and goose, steamed shrimp d..
(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..

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..
(0 Reviews)

Malone's (Thumb Plaza)

Address:

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

 

芳甸路199弄, 大拇指广场, 近丁香路

Phone:

5033 6717
 
Popular American sport's bar - Malone's - second Shanghai venue finally gives people east of the river the chance to watch The Big Game live. With a full bar menu available - think 29 varieties of burger - and a special brunch menu (only available on..
(0 Reviews)

Bistrow (Grand Gateway)

Address:

151-153A Grand Gateway Mall, 1 Hongqiao Lu

 

虹桥路1号港汇广场151-153A

Phone:

6448 2852
 
Part of the Wagas group, the Bistro is on a higher end in comparison.
(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)

Qimin

Address:

407 Shanxi Bei Lu, near Beijing Xi Lu

 

陕西北路407号, 近北京西路

Phone:

6258 8777
 
Organic hot-pot in an art deco villa. Qimin farms produce from its personal organic farm and uses it in traditional Chinese recipes.
(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
 
One of the more successful restaurants in town, perfect for bringing guest from out of town and group dinners. The Yunan menu is a perfect if you want something a little different to the regular Chinese fair.
(2 Reviews)

Las Tapas (Maoming Lu)

Address:

207 Maoming Nan Lu, near Yongjia Lu

 

茂名南路207号,近永嘉路

Phone:

6415 9567
 
One of the few survivors of the Maoming Lu shakedown, Tapas Bar is home to a fine assortment of Spanish-style tapas, a good selection of main dishes, and a respectable drink menu. The cozy, low lit atmosphere makes it a great choice for an affordable..
(0 Reviews)

Allure

Address:

789 Nanjing Dong Lu, in the lobby of Le Royal Meridien Hotel

 

南京东路789号上海世茂皇家艾美酒店1楼

Phone:

3318 9999
 
On the ground floor of Le Meridien, Allure offers floor to ceiling windows that look out onto a garden terrace. Expect traditional French dishes created by chef Michael Wendling. The atmosphere is casual and friendly.
(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.
(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)

Munchies

Address:

974 Wuding Lu, near Jiaozhou Lu

 

武定路974号, 近胶州路

Phone:

6218 4616
 
Munchies is a cheap, American fast-food restaurant. It's casual and honest and tie-dyed -- hot dogs, Cincinnati-style chili, burgers, peanut butter shakes. Good for cheap lunches and stoned weekends.

Milano Fine Food

Address:

1031-1035 Meihua Lu, near Fangdian Lu

 

梅花路1031-1035号, 近芳甸路

Phone:

3876 3885
 
Milano is a fine-dining Italian restaurant with a contemporary twist, out in Pudong near the Int'l Exhibition Center.
(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..

Lao Beijing

Address:

1 Henan Nan Lu, near Yan'an Dong Lu

 

河南南路1号, 近延安东路

Phone:

6373 4515
 
Lao Beijing is a grand old Peking duck restaurant. The dining room is large, the hostesses are tarted up in costume, and the place smells of wood smoke. This location, down near the Bund, is great for tourists staying at the Westin and people looking..
     
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