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The fact that Arch suffers from the lack of service that is usual for China is no reason to miss out on dining at one of Shanghai’s hippest little places, populated mainly by the local expatriate community. The menu offers an extensive range of Western food, good coffee, wine and cocktails. If you’re dining alone, it’s a great place to catch up on your glossy design magazine reading.
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Located besides the Ritz-Carlton, Element Fresh gives the impression of a chain restaurant with its light, open space and\r\[name]rican-sized portions. The service, unfortunately, is typically local. Popular with expats, it offers bagels, sandwiches, fresh juices and great salads (perhaps the best chef’s salad in the city).
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Internationally renowned chef Jean George Vongerichten opened this restaurant in 2004. His light, contemporary take on French cuisine has ensured the popularity of this establishment. A great venue to enjoy world-class French cuisine with spectacular views of the Huangpu river.
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Centrally located just outside the Xintiandi shopping and restaurant complex, the plush, luxurious decor sets the mood for a rather European dining experience. The desserts deserve extra credit, especially the bread pudding with condensed milk dressing and the cheesecake. The weekend buffet brunch costs a mere £6, just be sure to book in advance.
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The new Three on the Bund complex managed to lure top chef David Laris to Shanghai almost two years ago—and no wonder, when you see the views from this restaurant. The set business lunch (£12 for three courses) is a bargain considering the real estate you’re sitting in and the cuisine on offer—Laris’s trademark fresh ‘new world’ cuisine. For those who are familiar with Chinese service standards, this dining experience can be a culture shock as the staff quietly pre-empt your every need.
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