Went here with a couple of colleagues and friends for a formal dinner.

It took me a while to find the entrance, since there is no sign or whatsoever on Julu Rd. I wish I had read the description before attempting to find the place. The decoration of this place is insane. One of the best 'first impressions' I've had since I moved to Shanghai.

The dinner was great... the dishes selection was awesome and all the food came promptly. The chefs yell each time a dish is completed, so it was fun to hear that concert throughout the dinner.

Yes, this place is VERY expensive, but on my honest opinion, the whole experience is truly fantastic. Worth a visit.

Haven't been here for a while aNd decided to check it out again. Impressive interiors still. It was one of shanghai's first cool spaces that still stands out.

However the food is expensive - the flavors are quite an interesting avant offering both in presentation and unusual at times.

Shame compared to the amazing interior.

Having been in town for ages I have always walked past the rather weird entrance to Shintori thinking it was just a little Japanese place. But once I finally went last week I was surprised to find it absolutely huge inside - almost like an aeroplane hanger!

It doesn't lack atmosphere though with it being full and the chefs randomly shouting Japanese war chants every two minutes a dish is ready!

It's a bit pricey it has to be said, but for a one off treat it's worth it. The Tuna sushi plate (RMB 100 I think) was six pieces of the best tuna I have had in Shanghai.

Then we had this long mixed kebab stick thing (my girlfriend ordered - I can't remember the name!) looked really good, but the meat was little on the cold side. Maybe it was the fact that the waiter had to walk about 10 miles from the kitchen to the back of the upstairs!

The guys on the table next to us had a pretty good looking mixed Tempura plate which I imagine I'll go for next time.

Call me dull, but I normally rank a Japanese place on the quality of the Miso soup. It was pretty good at Shintori - but not cheap. ANd not really any different to the miso soup you may get in a million and one other Japanese places in town.

Would I go again soon? I would go, but in a while and I reckon it would have to be for a business thing. I'd rather go to Haiku for its funkier vibe - it has a younger crowd.