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). Daha fazlasını oku.
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. Daha fazlasını oku.
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. Daha fazlasını oku.
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. Daha fazlasını oku.
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. Daha fazlasını oku.
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. Daha fazlasını oku.
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). Daha fazlasını oku.
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. Daha fazlasını oku.
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. Daha fazlasını oku.
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. Daha fazlasını oku.
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. Daha fazlasını oku.
The single auditorium is both intimate and antiquated, with plush red seats sloping down to a stage swathed in velvet curtains. Tickets: 35-40RMB. Daha fazlasını oku.
While little remains of the splendour at this great Art Deco cinema, the exterior is still stunning, especially at night. Tickets: 35-70RMB. Daha fazlasını oku.
At this cosy neighbourhood spot, pumpkin soup (20RMB) paired with the anchovy-rich Caesar salad (40RMB) is a nice light lunch, or splurge on our favourite, the pepperoni pizza (53RMB). Daha fazlasını oku.
This boutique is dedicated to the white shirt, and houses 25 variations on the classic cut. Our favourite is the simple, clean-cut design adorned with a row of simple diamante buttons (from 295RMB). Daha fazlasını oku.
Try the seafood papaya salad (65RMB), and charcoal grilled pork neck (68RMB). This plate of chewy yet yielding pork slices comes with a bold dipping sauce, which you’ll be craving long after the meal. Daha fazlasını oku.
The outstanding lasagne (58RMB) is like a meaty island on a melted lake of cheese, and the pizzas (around 78RMB) come on raw wooden boards, which allow them to breathe without getting soggy. Daha fazlasını oku.
Get in early to try the crab noodle soup (48RMB) or the delicious yellow croaker noodle soup (36RMB). The deep yellow broths are simmered for hours and packed with umami ingredients. Daha fazlasını oku.
This is a go-to for quality affordable Italian. The margherita pizza (58RMB) and the Napoli pizza (68RMB), with cherry tomato, mozzarella, anchovies and basil, are delectable. Daha fazlasını oku.
The xiangsuji, a dish of curiously squashed chicken features golden skin, tender strips of tear-away meat, and a rich garlic and dark soy flavour is something that we come back for again and again. Daha fazlasını oku.
Shrimp almond pastries are the stellar dish at this perennially-packed dim sum place, known as one of the best in town – a gorgeous innovation of plump, shining whole shrimp wrapped in pastry. Daha fazlasını oku.
The xiangsuji, a dish of curiously squashed chicken features golden skin, tender strips of tear-away meat, and a rich garlic and dark soy flavour is something that we come back for again and again. Daha fazlasını oku.
At 60RMB this is one of the cheapest non-sports centre outdoor swimming pools. There isn’t really a place to change except toilets, but it is clean and well maintained. You can purchase swimming caps. Daha fazlasını oku.
Many of the office workers dining at this packed alleyway Shanghainese lunch spot are so loyal that they rarely miss a day’s meal here. Luroufan (pork belly rice) is the top dish (28RMB). Daha fazlasını oku.
Hai Pai’s Sunday offerings happily sidestep clichés in favour of a split menu combining fresh, nouveau French-bistro dishes and riffled Chinese favourites. Finish off with a freshly baked dessert. Daha fazlasını oku.
CHAR’s simple brunch (488RMB/set menu) features must-tries such as the tender grass-fed fillet steak served with béarnaise sauce or the juicier sirloin. End on a sweet note with the dessert sampler. Daha fazlasını oku.
Michelin-trained chef Michael Wendling’s menu includes small but perfectly formed French brunch dishes. It’s not cheap, but it is great value and a gem among the gluttonous brunches out there. Daha fazlasını oku.
Admission is 50RMB. Once you've finished touring the museum itself, head out onto the beautiful adjacent Zhoushan Lu, one of the few places left in town where you'll find people playing carrom. Daha fazlasını oku.
A bewildering array of smoking paraphernalia is spread over three floors, though there's no mention of the fact that China is a world leader in smoking-related deaths. Admission is free. Daha fazlasını oku.
