Local Favorites for Authentic Shanghai Food
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@stellyyeats
14 restaurants in Shang Hai Shi featured in a instagram post by Stelly | Melbourne Food & Travel, verified on Google Maps: Jia Jia Tang Bao, Dragon Phoenix, Shanghai Zhujiajiao Ancient Town Tourist Zone, and 11 more.
Jia Jia Tang Bao
Chinese restaurant
4.3
One of Shanghai's top spots for crab roe xiao long bao and crab roe noodles. Thin-skinned XLB with plenty of soup, and the crab roe is incredibly rich and fresh.
Dragon Phoenix
Chinese restaurant
4.5
Upscale Shanghainese dining with Bund views. The interiors evoke old Shanghai. Book ahead for a window seat.
Shanghai Zhujiajiao Ancient Town Tourist Zone
National park
4.4
Authentic rural Shanghai cuisine by locals. Taste home-style dishes with fresh produce. A riverside dining experience.
Park Hotel Deli
Bakery
4.4
Legendary bakery known for its hudiesu (palmiers) - ultra buttery, flaky, and freshly baked daily. Also try their xiekehuang (crab shell pastry), a classic pastry filled with scallion oil.
Zhujiajiao
Place
Ancient water town near Shanghai. Explore riverside eateries for home-style dishes. A taste of authentic rural Shanghai cuisine.
Dahuchun
Chinese restaurant
4.3
Try shengjianbao - the golden-bottom buns have a fluffy, crispy outside and juicy inside. Pairing with a side of beef curry soup is a must. A historic restaurant.
Chen Dacheng
Chinese restaurant
3.9
Try qingtuan (green rice balls) and other sticky rice treats. A variety of fillings from red bean, black sesame, salted egg pork floss and more. A must-try for pastry lovers.
Guang Ming Cun Restaurant
Chinese restaurant
4.3
Savor Shanghai's famous savory pork mooncakes. These flaky pastries with juicy pork filling are freshly baked and piping hot. Locals queue up to take boxes of these home.
舒蔡记生煎菜饭
Chinese restaurant
4.4
Enjoy crispy Shanghai vegetable rice and juicy shengjianbao (pan-fried pork buns). A no-frills local favorite spot. Don't miss the guotie (potstickers)!
Xiandelai
Chinese restaurant
3.8
Sample classic Shanghai comfort food - pork ribs with chewy rice cakes. Packed with locals who come here for the nostalgic taste in a savory soy-based sauce.
Wangjiasha
Chinese restaurant
4.3
Sample traditional Shanghainese dim sum and snacks. You must try their liang mian huang (crispy pan fried noodles), pan fried pork buns, and eight-treasure sticky rice!
Songyuelou
Chinese restaurant
4.1
A long-time favorite vegetarian spot known for its Shanghai-style steamed vegetable buns. Fluffy bun with a flavorful and umami-rich bok choy and mushroom filling.
Kaisiling Cake
Bakery
4.0
Heritage bakery known for its chestnut cake. A simple dessert loved by generations. Try the signature chestnut cake.
Manner Coffee
Coffee shop
2.8
Shanghai-born boutique coffee chain. Offers high-quality specialty coffee at wallet-friendly prices. Try their classic coffee options.