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Discover the must-try dishes and the best places to eat in Shanghai.

Last updated: 2026-11-01

Must try

1Soup Dumplings (Xiao Long Bao)2Peking Duck3Scallion Pancakes4Braised Pork Belly (Hong Shao Rou)

Must-Try Foods

  • Soup Dumplings (Xiao Long Bao): A Shanghai classic filled with rich, savory broth.
  • Peking Duck: Crispy skin and tender meat, served with thin pancakes and hoisin sauce.
  • Scallion Pancakes: Flaky and crispy, these savory pancakes are a perfect street food snack.
  • Braised Pork Belly (Hong Shao Rou): Tender pork belly slow-cooked in a sweet soy sauce until juicy and flavorful.

Where to Eat

Visit Jia Jia Tang Bao for dumplings, Xiao Dadong for Peking Duck, Laojishi for traditional dishes, Lailai Snack Dumpling for quick bites, and Clavi Shanghai for fine dining.

Quick Info

Shanghai is renowned for its diverse culinary scene, blending traditional Chinese flavors with modern influences.

Source: Google Maps · 2026-11-01

Prices can change over time; we suggest checking with the place before you go.

Where to eat

Jia Jia Tang Bao★ 4.3 · 1215 ratingSource: Google Maps · 2026-11-0190 Huang He Lu, People's Square, Huang Pu Qu, Shang Hai Shi, China, 200003Open map
Xiao Dadong (Nanjing West Rd Branch)★ 4.8 · 52 ratingSource: Google Maps · 2026-11-01China, Shang Hai Shi, Huang Pu Qu, People's Square, 6层 Xin Shi Jie Cheng CN 上海市 黄浦区 南京西路 2 2~68号 邮政编码: 200003Open map
Laojishi★ 4.7 · 36 ratingSource: Google Maps · 2026-11-01China, Shang Hai Shi, Jing An Qu, CN 上海市 静安区 石门一路 288 288号L2楼 邮政编码: 200041Open map
Lailai Snack Dumpling★ 4.4 · 530 ratingSource: Google Maps · 2026-11-01504 Tian Jin Lu, Huang Pu Qu, Shang Hai Shi, China, 200001Open map
Clavi Shanghai★ 5 · 158 ratingSource: Google Maps · 2026-11-01China, Shang Hai Shi, Huang Pu Qu, 27, Zhong Shan Dong Yi Lu, 27号8层 邮政编码: 200002Open map

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