15 Best Shanghai Restaurants You Must Try
Ranked and reviewed by our team of food critics. From legendary soup dumpling spots to Michelin-starred destinations, here are the very best Shanghai restaurants.
Our Ranked Picks
Jia Jia Tang Bao
Shanghai, Huangpu District
Fu He Hui
Shanghai, Changning District
Yang's Fried Dumpling
Shanghai, Multiple Locations
Old Jesse
Shanghai, Xuhui District
Lost Heaven
Shanghai, Bund Area
Xin Rong Ji
Shanghai, Jingan District
Din Tai Fung
Shanghai, Multiple Locations
YongFoo Elite
Shanghai, Xuhui District
Nanxiang Steamed Bun
Shanghai, Huangpu District
Mercato
Shanghai, Bund Area
FAQ About Shanghai Restaurants
How do you pick the best Shanghai restaurants?
We evaluate based on food quality, authenticity, atmosphere, value, and consistency. Our team dines anonymously and revisits regularly to keep rankings fresh.
What is the best Shanghai restaurant for first-timers?
For first-timers, Yang''s Fried Dumpling offers the essential Shanghai street food experience, while Old Jesse provides an authentic sit-down introduction to Benbang cuisine.
Are Shanghai restaurants expensive?
Shanghai has options across all price points. Great street food starts from RMB 20, while Michelin-starred tasting menus can run RMB 1,000+. The city truly excels at both extremes.