Lines are shorter on the weekdays, so go then if you can. Also, the pure pork dumplings are really popular and they typically run out of those first so get there early if that's what you're craving.
Nice bakery and pastry at Jing'An District. Fresh and tasty sandwich. Mostly expat crowd.
This place is without a doubt the best cafe space in the city. Full of light and green plants. The coffee is also top notch, the baristas are well trained and care about the full experience.
The draw here is the atmosphere more than the food. Old-style China decor, often lively, cocktails, lots of foreigners here. Food is usually fine. I mostly go for visitors. Walk to nightlife nearby.
delicious xiao long bao (soup dumplings) and great service. spend some time watching the assembly line of staff make dumplings in the kitchen (don't worry: there's glass separating you from them)
A drink on the roof top (with a lovely view) makes for a lovely way to spend your summer days or eves. Try the Grasshopper or any elderflower based drink for the perfect summer feel!
Convo starter: Used to be a men's club for British residents of Shanghai in the 20-30s. The rich sat at the end with Bund view, with the social scale falling as one moved down the length of the bar.
Yes it's indeed one of the best third wave cafés in shanghai. The taste, the crema and even the cup and the small space remind me of how we do coffee in Melbourne. Highly recommended!
Nice lovely unique area of Shanghai! it's like a lively small hidden town with narrow street full of tiny shops, bars and foodies spots! It can get very crowded on the weekends
