Duli is founded by a group of people who want to prove that pure plant based food can actually be tasty, while also being good for the environment and animal welfare. Duli is inspired by the flavors of Sichuan where Duli’s founder used to live, creating Asian... Read more
As the name suggests, this is a larger version of Poppolo Group's little "Alimentari" shops, named after the mom-and-pop food stores peppered throughout Italy, selling fresh foods and imported pantry goods. In 2020, this one replaced Italian restaurant Gemma, and now... Read more
Relaxed atmosphere and plenty of seating inside and outside, but with enough room left to stand if it gets crowded. The food menu is quite extensive. Cold cuts and cheese platters are 120rmb, and lasagna, salads, wraps, panini, focaccia, and even some vegetarian... Read more
Great tacos, long list of tequila and frozen margaritas, as well as a salsa bar with eight salsas available. The space is small and gets quite busy late at night and on weekends when the weather is good. Read more
The third edition of the popular micro-brewery, restaurant, and pub that brews its own beers, like their Strawberry Lime Cider, a White IPA, and several other selections. Beer is passable, and a better value than some of the food. The burger or BBQ chicken pizza is... Read more
Havana Chino Latino covers the 5th floor of the same building as Le Baron with pastel colors, tiles from your abuela's kitchen and hacienda shutters. In case the name didn't make it clear, it's heavily name-checking Havana, Cuba, or at least a certain vision of it.... Read more
Originally opened as a premium ice cream shop called Gracie's, this little spot on the corner of Xinle and Fumin re-branded itself as Al's Diner in Fall 2015. They're serving American diner classics like biscuits and gravy, patty melts, monte cristos, egg x sausage... Read more
Chain of restaurants and one of the longest running with quality ingredients and good service. One of the mainstays in Shanghai. And why not, it's a little bit pricy but you get good, healthy food with decent ingredients in a clean, bright, well designed setting.... Read more
Popular outpost of a Parisian club that also has venues in New York, Tokyo, and London. Crowd is mixed Chinese and foreign, and tends to be fashion, music, or other industry peeps. Music is generally decent; they play mostly old school disco, classics, and hip hop,... Read more
Opened in late 2017 (right when American beef imports were re-legalized), Stone Sal is a high-end steak restaurant for lovers of deep leathers and woods, and possessors of expense accounts to splash out on USA Prime meat. It's masculine, dark, it's got a neon bull... Read more
Nice small Donghu Lu club by the Funkadeli team that gets busy and sweaty on weekends. The music is mostly funk, including modern remixes / edits of funk tunes. Menu is concise, with aperitivo like spritzes and negronis, some good draft beer at 35-40rmb, and some... Read more
Half-bite-sized club, half-lounge, with a concrete wall separating the two in case people got confused. Slow and easy chillhop music along with a meticulous Japanese-style bartender in the lounge area is in stark contrast to the dark bass-heavy club in the back,... Read more
Karma Lounge is the brainchild of live music guy John Shanghai, whom you may know from his various live jams around town. He also used to be the marketing manager of Anar. Karma brings his friendly, creative vibe to the neighborhood. Expect frequent appearances from... Read more
Once in Metro City out in Xujiahui, Zozzo Pizza moved wholesale to their new spot on Donghu in late 2017. Hopefully closer to an audience who can appreciate square slices of pizza. The pizzas evoke Italy rather than Brooklyn; Salami, Italian Sausage and a sweet... Read more
Described as a sex-positive adult toy store, it's also a wine bar, a dance studio and an art gallery. Read more
The concerns behind Le Baron turned their rooftop into a bar. Sort of a vintage '60s lounge space tilted towards dollhouse. Tulip bucket chairs, deep pink geometric carpeting, and soft blush lighting... Read more
This casual French cafe serves sweet and savory crepes and cafe basics like pasta, sandwiches, and croque monsieurs. Their patio seating is especially popular for lunch and breakfast. Read more
Hidden in a residential compound on Yanqing Lu, marked by only a small sign and a painted ping pong paddle as the doorbell, it’s a two-table club for fun, not training. The quote on the table in the middle of the yard sums it up: “Taking a rest is the best... Read more
China's first outlet belonging to West Coast coffee chain Peet's. They've departed a bit from their earthier US look, going for a smoother, brighter interior design, and a generous patio. There's a wall-garden towards the back and a glassed-off booth where the... Read more
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