MoCA shows a wide range of Chinese contemporary artwork alongside international exhibitions. Its glass walls make for an even more enjoyable time when the sunlight shines through. Admission is 15RMB. Leia mais.
With a dome-ceiling lobby complete with a crystal chandelier, pretty Art Deco stuccos and wall-size black-and-white photos of the cinema of old, this is a charming spot. Tickets: 40-45RMB. Leia mais.
This classy cocktail bar has surrealist design and serves creative drinks. The fiery but oddly moreish Sichuan Kiss (70RMB), with Sichuan pepper, white wine and grape juice is worth a try. Leia mais.
Our favourite dish is the most simple: the shiso and plum roll (25RMB) has a wicked fizz to it, a perfect dance of sweet and bitter, with the tart, citrus-y shiso leaf leavened with sweet plum jam. Leia mais.
The star on the menu at this old world Shanghai restaurant is the fresh water eel (58RMB) sautéed in a pungent ginger and chilli sauce, which combine into a wallop of sweet, smoky and layered spice. Leia mais.
The Big Boy (48RMB) is a definite winner here. A large, rich and smoky burger, it is perfectly cooked to order, comes in a crisp bun and is balanced on a thick, oozy slice of cheddar cheese. Leia mais.
Italian-managed shop that's a stand-out for quality Italian gelato. The blueberry yoghurt ice cream (25RMB) is stellar. Leia mais.
The Shed is still a relaxed laidback space for cheap, quality drinks with a healthy dose of live sports screenings, including Aussie rules football, rugby and European and Premiership football. Leia mais.
One of Time Out's favourite Shanghai microbreweries, this cosy three storey lane house-style bar serves a great selection of ales and food (including one of the city's best burgers).
This large microbrewery with lots of big screen sports, pool tables and a pub food menu (mains 60-80RMB) stands out from the Hongmei Walking Street crowd thanks to their range of quality craft beers. Leia mais.
This hotel seems to fly under the radar making it ideal to swim without being disturbed. The entrance is 120RMB but that includes the facilities which are of high standard. Swimming caps are a must. Leia mais.
Our favourite course is the chef’s own secret eat, the truffle burnt soup bread. Guests sit surrounded by a 360-degree video projection of a forest and the scent of cigar smoke as they enjoy the dish. Leia mais.
Mercato’s lobster ravioli (178RMB) are six perfect little packages handmade every day, bursting with a luscious mix of homemade ricotta, mozzarella, Canadian lobster and locally sourced shrimp. Leia mais.
This revered Tokyo brand’s first Shanghai location uses citruses and rare salts in flavouring. Try the sushi set (160RMB) for an eight piece meal featuring a revolving selection of fish and meats. Leia mais.
The hunkar begendi (160RMB) is one of the standouts on a menu of pricey dishes. The surprisingly light blend of shredded, pinkish lamb on a bed of charcoal-grilled aubergine mash, is smoky and tender. Leia mais.
The Michelin-starred Italian doesn’t disappoint, especially the pappardelle with lamb ragout (130RMB), heaped with slow-cooked lamb infused with rosemary and fresh porcini. Leia mais.
This romantic, country-chic Italian dining room serves a fantastic salsiccia pizza (128RMB), with house-made sausage, mushrooms, red onions and Parmigiano Reggiano. Leia mais.
Chef Lee Zandong’s Chaozhou cuisine is by in large delicate and oil-free; however, the house specialty, deep friend mashed duck and taro (88RMB), is a delicious departure from the norm. Leia mais.
We’re particularly impressed with the chicken with seaweed (jiqiu) (68RMB), thin sheets of chicken coated in Sichuan peppercorn powder served with fried seaweed. Leia mais.
Try the delicious meat-free take on the hongshao rou (48RMB) which features large cubes of tofu, which wobble in a thick dark soy sauce with a layer of konjac (vegetarian gelatin) for the ‘fat’. Leia mais.
This homey Shanghainese dining room is known to have a fan base for its no-MSG quality cooking. We never skip the deep-fried duck leg (38RMB), with its crispy skin and chewy-tender meat within. Leia mais.
This bright and breezy arts hangout offers a menu full of delightful choices, our favorite of which is the Cajun chicken sandwich (38RMB) served on floury, firm ciabatta. Leia mais.
This classic five-star brunch provides access to the kitchen and wine cellar to select dishes served straight from the stove and sumptuous desserts. Free flow of high class drinks is provided. Leia mais.
For a special occasion, opt for this spectacular-view brunch which includes free-flow Perrier Jouet Champagne. Highlights of the buffet are a dedicated Bloody Mary counter and a Sunday roast area. Leia mais.
This Bund-side brunch offers a mix of classy takes on brunch staples and brunchy takes on classy hotel staples. One to try is the pea soup with mint poured over goat’s cheese tortellini. Leia mais.
Maya's quality Mexican fare appears also at brunch. Try the blackened fish tacos with regular coffee served with two fresh churros. For stronger drink options, choose bottomless margaritas or sangria. Leia mais.
Brunch is a quiet affair with attention to details at Osteria, from bite-sized biscotti served with coffee to classic egg benedicts. Hearty secondi options are diligently balanced by a side salad. Leia mais.
A relaxed brunch option. All sets, such as the rich Breakfast Club (90RMB) include a coffee enriched by crema and served with warm frothed milk. House specialty is the potato pancake-like rosti. Leia mais.
The Xujiahui cafeteria is a surprisingly great cheap brunch option. Try its salmon platter with dill dressing and a lemon wedge, pairing well with the organic mushroom and cheese stuffed crêpes. Leia mais.
Dishes like trenette pasta with red tuna and bottarga eggs (190RMB) and stewed lobster with sea urchin (430RMB) hew closely to the original HK menu, but pastas are 20 per cent cheaper here than there. Leia mais.
