The TOP 10 Restaurants in Shanghai

What is it? Fu 1088 sits on Zhenning Road, a two-kilometer walk from the Jade Buddha Temple. The restaurant holds a Michelin star and serves traditional Chinese cuisine in a space designed for fine dining.

Why we love it: The venue balances a high-end, luxury atmosphere with the precision of a Michelin-starred kitchen, standing out in a city where classic, traditional cooking often gets lost in the noise. With a 4.68 rating from 65 diners, it maintains a consistent reputation among the most discerning local crowds for its high-priced, polished service.

Good to Know: The smart and elegant dress code at Fu 1088 is strictly observed, so opt for tailored attire to match the refined, romantic setting.

What is it? Vue Bar is a restaurant located at 199 Huangpu Rd in the Hongkou District. It sits an eight-minute walk from the Bund and about 15 minutes on foot from the Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum.

Why we love it: This venue draws a dedicated crowd for its fusion of contemporary, international cooking, evidenced by a steady 4.42 rating across more than 140 reviews. It prioritizes a fine dining experience that favors expansive vistas and a romantic tone over the rapid turnover typical of its neighbors near Nanjing Road.

Good to Know: Vue Bar mandates a smart and elegant dress code, so trade your sneakers for something sharper before heading out to the terrace.

What is it? Yi Long Court sits at 32 Zhongshan Rd (E-1), a five-minute walk from the Bund. This Michelin-starred restaurant specializes in Chinese and contemporary Asian cuisine within a fine dining setting.

Why we love it: While it holds a high 4.75 rating from early guests, the venue manages to retain a rare sense of intimacy for its location. The pricing reflects a luxury experience, yet the proximity to Nanjing Road Shopping Street and Yu Garden makes it a practical choice for those navigating the city’s major landmarks.

Good to Know: Yi Long Court requires a smart and elegant dress code, so plan your outfit before heading over from the nearby shopping district.

What is it? Xin Rong Ji is a Michelin-starred restaurant located inside 688 Plaza on Nanjing Road (West). It sits within a seven-minute walk of the Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street and serves a contemporary take on Chinese seafood.

Why we love it: This Jing'An venue consistently earns its reputation for fine dining, standing out as one of the few spots to hold both a Michelin star and a position on the La Liste ranking. While the area is dense with options, this location balances the precision of its seafood-focused menu with a refined atmosphere that justifies its high-end price point.

Good to Know: The kitchen at Xin Rong Ji (West Nanjing Road) treats its contemporary Chinese seafood with a technical rigor that makes the room feel more like an event than a meal; dress accordingly in your smartest attire to match the clientele.

What is it? Hakkasan sits at 18 Zhongshan Rd (E-1) in Shanghai, a short walk from The Bund. This Michelin-starred venue specializes in modern Chinese fusion.

Why we love it: It brings fine dining to a location where most tourists are simply passing through, yet it manages to capture a quiet, romantic atmosphere despite the proximity to the city's busiest foot traffic. The price point is high, but the combination of a globally recognized Michelin-starred pedigree and a consistent guest rating of 4.60 makes it a rare reliable choice near the Nanjing Road corridor.

Good to Know: The smart and elegant dress code at Hakkasan is strictly observed, so leave the sneakers at your hotel before heading out to this part of the Huangpu district.

What is it? Jade on 36 sits at 33 Fucheng Rd in the Lujiazui area of Pudong. It offers contemporary, creative French cuisine within a fine dining setting.

Why we love it: While many Pudong venues compete for space, Jade on 36 uses its terrace and floor-to-ceiling windows to frame the Pudong skyline, sitting roughly a fifteen-minute walk from the Oriental Pearl Tower. It balances the high price point expected of Lujiazui luxury with a consistency that keeps its guest rating at a solid 4.20.

Good to Know: The creative French menu at Jade on 36 requires a smart and elegant wardrobe, so plan your attire before heading across the river from the IFC Mall area.

What is it? Barbarossa sits at 11 Nanjing Rd (W) in Shanghai. It is a restaurant and bar offering a blend of French and fusion seafood, located a three-minute walk from the Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street.

Why we love it: The venue draws a consistent crowd, reflected in a 4.62 rating from 52 reviews. By positioning its fusion-heavy French and seafood menu within a short walk of major landmarks like People’s Park and The Bund, Barbarossa provides a fine dining stop for those navigating the center of the city.

Good to Know: The terrace at Barbarossa requires a smart and elegant dress code, even when the humidity of the Huangpu district spikes.

What is it? Sir Elly’s Terrace sits on Zhongshan Rd (E-1), a five-minute walk from the Bund. It is a fine-dining destination in Shanghai that relies on a contemporary fusion menu to anchor its appeal.

Why we love it: While many venues along the riverbank trade solely on proximity to the water, Sir Elly’s Terrace maintains a sharp focus on international contemporary cuisine that justifies its premium pricing. With a 4.81 guest rating, it functions as a reliable anchor for those navigating the space between the Bund and the retail rush of Nanjing Road, which sits a ten-minute walk away.

Good to Know: The smart and elegant dress code at Sir Elly’s Terrace is non-negotiable, so reserve your formal attire for the visit.

What is it? The Nest sits at 130 Beijing Rd (E), a ten-minute walk from Nanjing Road. It is a fine dining venue in Shanghai that focuses on fusion, contemporary, and Asian cuisines.

Why we love it: The Nest balances its high price point with a 4.77 rating from 26 reviews, suggesting a consistent delivery on its luxury positioning. Its location makes it a quiet alternative to the more frantic crowds found near the Bund, sitting roughly a fifteen-minute stroll from the waterfront.

Good to Know: The Nest offers terrace access for those wanting a view, but keep the smart and elegant dress code in mind if you plan to move between the indoor dining room and the outdoor space.

What is it? Fu He Hui sits on Yuyuan Road in the Changning District, approximately a 20-minute walk from the Jade Buddha Temple. The restaurant specializes in Chinese vegan fine dining and holds a Michelin star. It is currently recognized as the best restaurant in mainland China by Asia's 50 Best Restaurants and holds the no. 68 spot on The World's 50 Best Restaurants list.

Why we love it: Fu He Hui delivers a high-end, plant-based experience that defies the typical expectations of vegan cuisine in Shanghai. Given its standing among the World’s 50 Best, the restaurant justifies its luxury price point by transforming Chinese vegetables into a disciplined, multi-course tasting menu that rarely feels like a compromise.

Good to Know: The kitchen at Fu He Hui strictly adheres to a vegan menu, so expect a rigorous exploration of seasonal Asian produce rather than imitation meat substitutes.