Kinmedai (splendid alfonsino), a red-skinned fish, is favoured in Tokyo as a winter comfort food. Served here aburi-style – part-seared – piqued with lime and soy, it has a lovable, buttery softness. Подробнее.
One of JG’s personal favourites, and ours too, is the brilliant housemade ricotta and strawberry appetiser (58RMB), which pairs a ring of the light, creamy cheese with a crown of fruit compote. Подробнее.
With a unique aesthetic of antique collections featuring a piano, worn-out books and even a pet rabbit, this atmosphere is rare. End your meal on a sweet note with their refreshing pannacotta (35RMB). Подробнее.
Pretty patisserie-like cakes, Illy coffee, and a wide selection of fresh sandwiches in the Langham Xintiandi. Try their daily special including a sandwich, dessert and coffee or fresh juice (108RMB). Подробнее.
Providing a wide selection of varieties ranging from Yunnan to Ethiopia, this soothing venue is the ultimate destination for coffee enthusiasts. Always-irresistible Strictly Cookies are just 10RMB. Подробнее.
On the third floor, the collection of weaponry - from knuckle dusters, to sawn-off shotguns and even pistols carried by Sun Yat-sen - is oddly fascinating. Admission is free. Подробнее.
As impressive as the models of The Bund and Nanking Lu in the 1930s are, our favourite is the walk-through area of neon-lit massage parlours and bathhouses from the same period. Admission is 35RMB. Подробнее.
Impressive in its sheer quantity. The fourth floor's collection of traditional ethnic minority costumes offers a refreshing burst of colour when you get tired of looking at yellowed scrolls. Free. Подробнее.
Though much of the centre can be skipped, the enormous scale model of the city on the third floor is the main reason to come here. The sheer scale of it all is worth the 30RMB entrance fee alone. Подробнее.
A museum from yesteryear. Come to see the 22-metre long skeleton of a giant Mamenchisaurus from the late Jurassic Period, whose bones were discovered in Sichuan province. Admission is 5RMB. Подробнее.
With art deco touches, the drinks menu here offers a good range of bottled wine (from 250RMB; 50RMB/glass) with a bias for Bordeaux, decent cocktails (from 45RMB) and Belgian beers (Duvel, 50RMB). Подробнее.
Try the oysters (26-53RMB/piece) – sparklingly fresh, presented on a tray of crushed ice with an excellent mignonette (shallot vinegar). The chocolate mousse ‘Le Cappuccino’ (70RMB) is a standout. Подробнее.
Intriguing flavours – including Cointreau orange and chili chocolate – and quality ingredients. Even better, they’re reasonably-priced: small cups (two scoops) are just 20RMB. Подробнее.
The sprawling Oriental Land (entry 50RMB) has a pleasant barbecuing spot. Pits are 60RMB/person or 330RMB/eight persons, including charcoal, oil and a wide choice of ready-made skewers.
This newly-relocated Eduardo Vargas joint has a new chef, new menu and a spacious location with two roof terraces. Try the divine meatballs (45RMB). Подробнее.
This quirky maze-like vegetarian restaurant offers a healthy menu. Try the pickled vegetable noodle soup (12RMB), a big portion of delectably piquant broth with the noodles cooked just right. Подробнее.
The star of the starters is the fried squid (35RMB) – some of the crispiest, tastiest calamari we’ve had. Linguini with seafood (88RMB) is served in an easy, no fuss style. Подробнее.
This sumptuous riverside hotel boasts stunning views south to The Bund and Pudong, especially from Vue Restaurant. The restaurant is European fine dining, and the bar does good cocktails. Подробнее.
Our favourite combo is to add the Spicy Mexican's jalapeno pepper slices and lip-smacking squeezy cheese sauce to FML’s crunchy but light golden waffle fries (18RMB). Подробнее.
This American chain's curly fries (28RMB) are a revelation: spirals of lightly golden potato, fried to perfection. A not too greasy, squidgy interior encased in a perfectly crispy outer shell. Подробнее.
There are no frills and none needed for this generous bowl of French fries (38RMB). The thick but crispy fries are coated with a dusting of ultra-fine salt, so no bite goes over or under- salted. Подробнее.
Precise, Japanese-style cocktails at this unpretentious modern lounge bar include The El Camino (68RMB) with gin, Cointreau and fruits served in a delicate flute and bursting with freshness. Подробнее.
Fiver café is hidden down an unlikely looking lane, but serves wholesome café fare such as pancakes (15RMB) and the Fiver Big Breakfast (38RMB), with bacon, sausages, egg and tomato. Подробнее.
Lan Xiang stands out for its great prices, large portions and friendly spice levels. Try the boboji chicken (40RMB) and the secret recipe noodles (25RMB), dressed in a mild mala sauce.
The margherita (68RMB) has the perfect ratio of fresh tomato sauce and cheese while the verdure pizza (78RMB) with zucchini, eggplant, pepper and mushrooms is mouth-watering. Подробнее.
Tiramisu’s rustic pizzas are made with imported Italian mozzarella and a wafer-thin crunchy base. The margherita (55RMB) is tasty, but for an interesting alternative, try the cipolla e pollo (60RMB). Подробнее.
This gallery has an industrial feel and regularly houses prominent works from international artists such as Anish Kapoor, alongside intriguing contemporary works from local names. Admission is free. Подробнее.
ifa gallery is housed in a grand 1930s villa, and displays innovative contemporary art with a focus on artists from China and South-East Asia. Admission is free. Подробнее.
A key player in the local art scene, M97 regularly exhibits unique photography pieces, both Chinese and international, in its minimalist yet modern space. Admission is free. Подробнее.
ShanghART displays a wide range of sculpture, painting, photography and multimedia from up and coming contemporary Chinese artists as well as foreign artists. Admission is free. Подробнее.
