What Must-Visit Restaurants are there in Shanghai?

These are all Must-Visit Restaurants in Shanghai:Ren He Guan (Xuhui), SHANGHAI CLASSICAL RESTAURANT, Da Hu Chun (Middle Sichuan Road), Qiao Ai Lai Lai Xiao Long (Huangpu), Nanxiang Steamed Bun Restaurant

What are some highly-rated Must-Visit Restaurants in Shanghai?

Some highly-rated Must-Visit Restaurants in Shanghai include:Ren He Guan (Xuhui):4.6, SHANGHAI CLASSICAL RESTAURANT:4.7, Da Hu Chun (Middle Sichuan Road):4.6, Qiao Ai Lai Lai Xiao Long (Huangpu):4.4, Nanxiang Steamed Bun Restaurant:4.6

At what locations in Shanghai can Must-Visit Restaurants in Shanghai be found?

The Must-Visit Restaurants in Shanghai are mainly located in:Ren He Guan (Xuhui):Shanghai, SHANGHAI CLASSICAL RESTAURANT:Shanghai, Da Hu Chun (Middle Sichuan Road):Shanghai, Qiao Ai Lai Lai Xiao Long (Huangpu):Shanghai, Nanxiang Steamed Bun Restaurant:Shanghai

What are the signature dishes at Must-Visit Restaurants in Shanghai?

Specialty dishes at Must-Visit Restaurants in Shanghai include:Ren He Guan (Xuhui):Shanghai Cuisine, SHANGHAI CLASSICAL RESTAURANT:Shanghai Cuisine, Da Hu Chun (Middle Sichuan Road):Snacks, Qiao Ai Lai Lai Xiao Long (Huangpu):Snacks, Nanxiang Steamed Bun Restaurant:Snacks

What's the average price per person at Must-Visit Restaurants in Shanghai?

Average price per person at Must-Visit Restaurants in Shanghai:Ren He Guan (Xuhui):Avg. CAD 31.00/person, SHANGHAI CLASSICAL RESTAURANT:Avg. CAD 29.00/person, Da Hu Chun (Middle Sichuan Road):Avg. CAD 5.00/person, Qiao Ai Lai Lai Xiao Long (Huangpu):Avg. CAD 10.00/person, Nanxiang Steamed Bun Restaurant:Avg. CAD 17.00/person

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Ren He Guan (Xuhui)
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Amazing
Shanghai Cuisine
31
Shanghai.Dapuqiao Area
3.5 km from downtown
Achieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
Highlights:
󱨝Signature Braised Pork to Awaken Your Taste Buds
󰋁A restaurant with 87 years of history
󱨠Saved by 1673 users󱨠154 positive reviews
SHANGHAI CLASSICAL RESTAURANT
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Amazing
Shanghai Cuisine
29
Shanghai.Yu Garden Area
1.6 km from downtown
Achieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
Highlights:
󱨝Deep fried shrimp that's crispy with an authentic Shanghai flavor
󰋁A century-old restaurant preserving Shanghai's culinary culture
󱨠Saved by 609 users󱨠1062 positive reviews
Da Hu Chun (Middle Sichuan Road)
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Amazing
Snacks
5
Shanghai.The Bund Area
1.6 km from downtown
Achieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
Highlights:
󱨝Signature pan-fried buns with thin skin and generous filling
󰋁Over 90 years of history
󱨠Saved by 2232 users󱨠477 positive reviews
4
Qiao Ai Lai Lai Xiao Long (Huangpu)
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Great
Snacks
10
Shanghai.People's Square Area
714m from downtown
Achieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
Highlights:
󱨝Don't miss the Pork & Crab Meat Soup Dumpling.
󰋁Over 30 Years of History
󱨠Saved by 1607 users
5
Nanxiang Steamed Bun Restaurant
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Amazing
Snacks
17
Shanghai.Yu Garden Area
1.7 km from downtown
Achieved a 2-year streak on the annual lists
Highlights:
󱨝Signature xiaolongbao with thin skin and a large filling
󰋁A historical shop preserving Qing Dynasty craftsmanship
󱨠Saved by 641 users󱨠333 positive reviews
6
POP on the bund
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Great
Western-style
73
Shanghai.The Bund Area
1.7 km from downtown
Achieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
Highlights:
󰋄Views of the Shanghai Oriental Pearl Tower
󱨝The Black Angus ribeye steak has rave reviews
󱨠Saved by 585 users
7
Laoxingxian
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Great
Shanghai Cuisine
43
Shanghai.Huaihai Road Area/Xintiandi Area
2 km from downtown
Featured in 2026 China 100 - Must-visit Restaurants
Highlights:
󱨝Widely acclaimed authentic Shanghai cuisine
󰋁Located in the core business district of Huaihai Road
8
Xian DeLai PaiGuNianGao (YunNan South Road)
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Great
Fast Food
5
Shanghai.Huaihai Road Area/Xintiandi Area
627m from downtown
Featured in 2026 China 100 - Must-visit Restaurants
Highlights:
󱨝The signature spare ribs with rice cakes have an excellent flavor.
󰋁Over 100 years of brand heritage
󱨠Saved by 621 users󱨠252 positive reviews
9
THE YIDAO RESTAURANT
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Amazing
Jiangzhe Cuisine
86
Shanghai.The Bund Area
1.8 km from downtown
Highlights:
Multi-award-winning spot for tea-infused Huaiyang fare
󱨠74% positive reviews
10
Li Baixie Crab Roe Noodles
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Great
Seafood
18
Shanghai.The Bund Area
1.9 km from downtown
Highlights:
Savor delicious, fresh-picked crab and enjoy stunning views of the riverside 'Three-Piece Suit'
󱨠Saved by 266 users