We've told you where to go for a casual coffee or bite of lunch in the sunshine, but there's no reason meals of a higher status need be confined to inside.
Here's a bunch of our new discoveries as well as more classic Shanghai terraces to eat for dinner and more formal occasions in 2015
elEfante
Local chef célèbre Willy Trullas’ Donghu Lu restaurant is a mainstay of rich, great quality Spanish food in Shanghai. Set in a Concession-era villa, the parasol-dotted patio is a great spot to drink their house sangria.
// 20 Donghu Lu, by Huaihai Lu 东湖路20号, 近淮海路. Nearest metro: Shaanxi Lu, 10 mins. Tues-Sun 11am-2pm, 6-10.30pm, weekend brunch 11am-3pm. Local and international cards accepted. (5404 8085)
Franck
Although not known for its outside terrace space, the city’s most celebrated French bistro is set in a beautiful enclave off Wukang Lu with a couple of outdoor seats. If these are taken, try Coffee Tree next door.
// 376 Wukang Lu, by Tai'an Lu 武康路376号, 近泰安路 Nearest metro: Shanghai Library, 10 mins. Open daily, 6pm-1am. Local and international cards accepted. (6437 6465)
Coconut Paradise
Another Shanghai mainstay in a renovated villa, the gorgeous tree-lined garden feels truly tropical in the evening and compliments a menu of classic Thai dishes.
// 378 Wukang Lu, by Tai’an Lu 武康路378号, 近泰安路. Nearest metro: Shanghai Library, 15 mins. Open daily 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-10.30pm. Local cards accepted. (5424 5886)
Fifty 8o Grill
Headed up by the exceptionally capable Jason Oakley, the Mandarin Oriental Pudong’s flagship steakhouse is a consistently excellent choice for special occasions. Don’t expect it to be cheap, but do wear stretchy clothing.
// 111 Pudong Nan Lu, by Yincheng Lu 浦东南路111号, 近银城路. Nearest metro: Lujiazui, 15 mins. Open daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm. Local and international cards accepted. (2082 9938)
Light & Salt
This chic bistro at Rockbund benefits from a charming rooftop terrace with some fantastic views. Go for cocktails at their hidden bar in the evening, or the excellent weekend brunch.
// 6/F, 133 Yuanmingyuan Lu, Beijing Dong Lu 圆明园路133号6楼, 近北京东路. Nearest metro: Nanjing Dong Lu, 10 mins. Open daily, 6-10.30pm. Local and international cards accepted. (6361 1086)
Sir Elly’s
Shanghai’s resident ‘one percenter’ restaurant has a magnificent terrace with unparalleled views of the Bund and Pudong. Impress hot dates, out of town guests and clients with the fabulously old school cocktails.
// 13/F 32 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Beijing Dong Lu 中山东一路32号13楼, 近北京东路. Nearest metro: Nanjing Dong Lu, 15 mins. Local and international cards accepted. (2327 6756). Terrace open Sunday to Thursday from 5pm to midnight and on Friday and Saturday from 5pm to 1am.
Hong Qiao State Guest Hotel
Looking for a perfect candlelit dinner for a romantic occasion? Head to picturesque Hong Qiao State Guest Hotel. An array of candlelit dinner sets can be customized as you dine in a private and quiet environment with a terrific garden view.
//1591 Hongqiao Lu, by Shuicheng Lu 虹桥路1591号虹桥迎宾馆, 近水城路. Nearest metro: Shuicheng Lu, 10 mins. Local and international cards accepted. (6219 8855)
Morton’s
One of the city’s best loved happy hours (RMB45 martinis and free steak sandwiches, anyone?) Morton’s IFC branch has, well, branched out to the roof, which is huge.
// IFC Mall 4/F, 8 Shiji Da Dao, by Lujiazui Huan Lu 世纪大道8号, 国金中心IFC商场4楼, 近陆家嘴环路. Nearest metro: Lujiazui, 2 mins. Local and international cards accepted.(6075 8888)
Table No.1
Slightly out of the way but well worth the trip, Jason Atherton’s other Shanghai concept is similarly consistent in quality, headed up by Tennessee-born chef Christopher Pitts. Try the crispy pig’s ears and beef brisket.
// 1-3 Maojiayuan Lu, by Zhongshan Nan Lu 毛家园路1-3号1楼, 近中山南路. Nearest metro: Xiaonanmen, 15 mins. Open daily 12-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm. Local and international cards accepted. (6080 2918)
M on the Bund
No list of the city’s best terraces would be complete without a mention of the oldest Bund restaurant. Classy but not overpriced (the lunch set is under RMB200) M on the Bund is the full package. Make sure you try the pavlova.
// 7/F 20 Guangdong Lu, by Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu 广东路20号, 外滩五号7楼, 近中山东一路. Nearest metro: Nanjing Dong Lu, 20 mins. Lunch, Mon-Fri 11.30am-2.30pm, Sat-Sun 11.30am-3pm. Afternoon tea, Sun 3.30-5.30pm. Dinner, daily 6.15-10.30pm. Local and international cards accepted. (6350 9988)
POP
Brand new at Three on the Bund, this so-called ‘American brasserie’ is headed by David Chaveau, previously of The Peninsula. He damn well knows what’s up when it comes to the kitchen, and serves contemporary dishes alongside a spectacular Pudong skyline.
// 7/F, 17 Guangdong Lu, by Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu 广东路17号, 外滩三号7楼, 近中山东一路. Nearest metro: Nanjing Dong Lu, 20 mins. Open daily 11am-11pm. Local and international cards accepted. (6321 0909)
Villa le Bec
This splendid renovated Concession-era villa has been home to chef Nicolas Le Bec’s restaurant since 2013. Serving French regional bistro classics, the villa benefits from a romantic patio in front and a landscaped be-fountained garden in the back.
// 321 Xinhua Lu, by Dingxi Lu 新华路321号, 近定西路. Nearest metro: Jiaotong University, 15 mins. Tues-Sun 6-10.30pm. Local cards accepted. (6241 9100)
El Patio
Very decent Spanish food from the atmospheric courtyard of a converted villa, this place frequently has live music, and sports a cocktail bar upstairs for after dinner.
// 110 Fenyang Lu, by Fuxing Zhong Lu 汾阳路110号, 近复兴中路. Nearest metro: Shanxi Nan Lu, 15 mins. Mon, Thurs, Sun 11am-1am, Fri-Sat 11am-2am. Local and international cards accepted. (6437 5839)
Ubuka
Another new Shanghai Centre addition, this classy sushi spot has a chic patio in front. Happy hour from 2-6pm: any two drinks for RMB70.
// 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Xikang Lu 南京西路1376号1楼122室, 近西康路. Nearest metro: Jing’an Temple, 5 mins. Open daily, 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-10pm; 2.30-5.30pm (happy hour); 10.30pm-2am (bar only). Local and international cards accepted. (6289 8122)
Hai by GoGa
Veteran Shanghai chef Brad Turley’s sophomore restaurant benefits from both indoor and outdoor tables on the rooftop of the Shanghai Education Hotel. Excellent choice for contemporary Californian cuisine.
// 1 Yueyang Lu, by Dongping Lu 岳阳路1号7楼, 近东平路. Nearest metro: Hengshan Lu, 10 mins. Mon-Sat 5pm-12am. Local cards accepted. (3461 7893)
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