Megabite

This hygienic fast-food emporium puts Cantonese, Yúnnán, Sìchuān, teppan-yaki, clay pot, Korean and porridge (zhōu) outlets all under one roof and is a reliable place for a lunchstop if you’re shopping in the area. Look out for decent dumplings (jiǎozi) and xiǎolóngbāo, the steamed buns that are Shànghǎi’s favourite street snack. There are also solid noodle sets available here, as well as Indian samosas and roti prata. Portions are generous and good value – you can eat very well for around Y20. You don’t pay in cash for your dish; instead, buy a card (Y5 deposit; cards come in denominations of Y30, Y50, Y100, Y200, Y500 and Y1000 units) at the kiosk at the entrance and credits are deducted with each dish ordered.