French Concession
Until the beer arrives, the faint breeze from the spreading of the blue-and-white tablecloth by your waiter may be the last cooling sensation you…
Must-see restaurants in French Concession
French Concession
The subdued evening lighting and welcoming service concoct a warm and homey atmosphere at this popular outpost of Sichuan cuisine. The extensive photo…
French Concession
A smart cafeteria where you're served food at the counter and clear and stack your own plate when you've finished. Unlike school lunches, however, the…
French Concession
Part deli, part Whole Foods–style grocery, plus pizzeria, grill, bakery and brunch...the hugely popular Barn has it all. Its motto is 'eat your way around…
French Concession
Trust Shanghai to serve up a stylish Xinjiang restaurant – you're unlikely to find a place like this in China's wild northwest. It's a little pricey, but…
French Concession
Expat favourite Green & Safe is the closest thing you’ll get to Whole Foods in Shanghai. There's open-plan dining and an inviting loft-style restaurant…
French Concession
The industrial-chic interior here resembles a set from a Peter Greenaway film, from the eye-catching open kitchen to the sleek staff running around like…
French Concession
Frequently crammed, this boisterous, narrow, two-floor, MSG-free spot tucked away on Jianguo Rd does a roaring trade in well-priced Shanghainese cuisine…
French Concession
Ye offers sophisticated, unchallenging Shanghainese cuisine in classy Xintiandi surroundings. The drunken chicken and smoked fish starters are an…
French Concession
Jesse is a popular, intimate space. So if you tend to gesture wildly when you talk, watch out with those chopsticks. This is Shanghainese home cooking at…
French Concession
The reason to come to this no-frills local spot is to do as the locals do and scoop up a bowl of májiàng miàn (麻酱面, sesame noodles). At just ¥10 to ¥20…
French Concession
While Lost Heaven has been around for more than a decade, it remains a stylish dinner choice with subdued red lighting and a giant Buddha dominating the…
French Concession
Usually crammed, this Cantonese diner does its best to teleport you to 1950s Hong Kong, with old-style tiled floors, retro stained-glass and whirring…
French Concession
It's easy to while away the hours in this adorable cafe, with a few stools and a big open window for people watching, plus a raised seating area…
French Concession
This casual bistro comes courtesy of local favourite Paul Pairet. The decor and dining is everything you'd expect from a fabulous French dining experience…
French Concession
Although this 1930s residence was once members only, it’s since opened to the general public as a restaurant – great news, because the decor is absolutely…
French Concession
A smart place with European-style bistro decor that takes on three personas. Sober Cafe serves Japan-inspired small plates and brunch until 4pm and…
French Concession
This pint-sized spot does a truly awesome bowl of pho (beef or chicken noodle soup flavoured with mint, star anise and cilantro), plus spring rolls and…
French Concession
A cute and intimate spot that seats about 20 people on high tables facing a small bar or window. Foodies will enjoy the daring and intriguing veggie-heavy…
French Concession
This hip bakery is a top spot to get your pastry fix and to sit down with a coffee in equal measure. Large wooden tables fill the space, while potted…
French Concession
Holders of two Michelin stars, T'ang Court serves delicious suckling pig and Cantonese seafood dishes. The dim sum is faultless, be sure to finish with a…
French Concession
After the success of the Jing'an branch, Brut has opened a more spacious outlet with high ceilings and bright splashes of colour. It serves the same…
French Concession
Some of the best Shanghainese kitchens are holes in the wall. These aren’t the domain of international superchefs; they’re unpretentious and family run –…
French Concession
Subway-tiled walls and exposed warehouse piping, Liquid Laundry will almost have you thinking you're in NYC. This vast gastropub offers several options –…
French Concession
Despite the alarming name, there’s nothing remotely barbaric about the food here. Instead, you get fine MSG-free Yunnan cuisine served by friendly staff…
French Concession
Shanghai has more popular Yunnan restaurants, but intimate Julie's offers a more homely and rustic French Concession ambience, with lashings of wild…
French Concession
Whether you're craving a healthy sit-down lunch or a takeaway treat, Baker & Spice has you covered. The long wooden communal table suits solo diners,…
French Concession
A top place to soak up a hangover, Hungry Lung's serves global comfort food with an East-meets-West vibe. Brunch-like dishes include eggs Benedict, potato…
French Concession
On a strip best known for its nightlife, chic bakery and cafe Pain Chaud gives good reason to get here earlier in the day. Join the queue drooling over…
French Concession
A kitsch communist pop art–decorated space with a lovely courtyard and a good happy hour (50% off house wine, beer and cocktails daily). On the menu are…
French Concession
Apollo is the ultimate date spot. It serves beautiful Latin American small plates in its intimate dining room. Order up tostadas with pico de gallo plus…
French Concession
One of the best bets for a curry, Vedas is decked out in good-looking woodwork, has warm service and a generous menu of full-flavoured Indian dishes. The…
French Concession
Great cafe specialising in salads, wraps, pasta, and pastries. Breakfast is a good shout here, with daily deals. The coffee is a smooth tasty blend, and…
French Concession
The Ding Xiang Garden, originally built for the concubine of a Qing dynasty mandarin, is reserved for retired Communist Party cadres, so to peek behind…
French Concession
One of the more upmarket Thai options in Shanghai, you're paying extra for the minimalist ambience here. Mi Thai does what it does well, serving all the…
French Concession
Reminisce about that Himalayan trek over a plate of Tibetan momo (dumplings) or a choila (spicy chicken) amid prayer flags in this homey, lodge-like place…
French Concession
Colourful Cantina Agave serves up Mexican and South American crowd pleasers: liberally stuffed burritos, soft and crispy tacos, ceviche and more. It also…
French Concession
Pull up a seat at this cozy Japanese noodle bar below street level, where the focus is on soba (thin buckwheat noodles, often served cold) and udon (thick…
French Concession
Straight out of Bretagne, this fab spot serves more than 40 varieties of sweet crêpes and savoury galettes. Melted reblochon with cream, potato, lardons…
French Concession
Al’s is a smart casual spot bringing you classic American diner dishes (burgers, biscuits and gravy, tuna melt) and hangover favourites (fried kimchi…
