Scallion Pancakes

For 16 years, this pancake shop has been a neighborhood staple. Just 5 simple ingredients are transformed into perfectly fried dough, layered with scallions, made by a family who starts their day at 3am for this labor of love.

Street-fried Fish

Deeply rooted in Shanghainese culture, this delicacy is enjoyed during major celebrations and festivals. The fish is delivered daily from a nearby island, then filleted, fried, and soaked in homemade sauce when ordered for the freshest fish you’ll ever have! 

Coffee with Fermented Rice

This cutting-edge cafe has a seasonal rotation of beans, with bespoke roasts, and uses traditional ingredients to inspire creative blends. Their signature drink, named affectionately after a rescued pup, uses whipped fermented rice and is the best insight into Shanghai’s modern coffee culture.

Soup Dumplings, Potstickers, & Tofu Pudding

With over 100 menu items plastered on the wall, we’ll grab our faves before they sell out. Their signature tofu pudding is a local favorite, and the Suzhou-style soup dumplings are larger and thicker than Shanghai’s classic style. Plus there’s so much more!

Explore Shanghai's French Concession by Foot

Every corner has something to tell in this neighborhood where past meets present. Our walks between stops are along streets with tales of writers and revolutionaries, set against a backdrop of unique architecture and hidden courtyards.

All the Bings (aka Breads)

Walk up to this cheerful hole-in-the-wall and grab a selection of their sweet and savory dough sticks and flatbreads, just like the locals do.

THE Neighborhood Cafe

If you live on this street, this is where you stop for your morning coffee. Run by a couple and their two dogs, Yummy and Demon, they’re known for their uniquely flavored Americanos. The funky decor and patio seating emphasizes the owner’s focus on inclusivity and comfort.