Huanghe Road returned to prominence through Blossoms Shanghai. We recommend five places along its nostalgic streetscape; percentages come from the collected recommendation list, not an independent vote.
Our restaurant recommendations
- Jia Jia Tang Bao
- Juicy crab-roe soup dumplings with ginger vinegar; busy at mealtimes. The collected recommendation list gives it 53%; that figure is not an independent vote.
- Taishengyuan Restaurant
- Known as an inspiration for Zhizhen Garden in Blossoms Shanghai, it serves Shanghainese food in a photogenic setting. The collected recommendation list gives it 28%; that figure is not an independent vote.
- Jiale Tang Bao
- Fresh-pork xiaolongbao steamed to order, with thin skins and a gentle sweetness. The collected recommendation list gives it 14%; that figure is not an independent vote.
- Yang's Fry Dumpling
- Thin, juicy, crisp-bottomed shengjian; we recommend a mixed order with vermicelli soup. The collected recommendation list gives it 14%; that figure is not an independent vote.
- Xinghualou
- A century-old Shanghainese restaurant; we recommend its wine-fermented snails. The collected recommendation list gives it 8%; that figure is not an independent vote.
A recommended food walk
- Afternoon
- Start with butterfly pastries, then walk Huanghe Road for the streetscape associated with Blossoms Shanghai and photographs with a retro feel.
- Sunset
- Continue towards the Bund or West Nanjing Road for the skyline and sunset.
- Dinner
- Return for a Shanghainese dinner. We recommend reserving an established restaurant and ordering dishes such as red-braised pork or shredded eel.
Transport and where to base yourself
- Metro and parking
- Use East Nanjing Road or People's Square station and walk. Parking is limited, so public transport is preferable.
- A central base
- We recommend staying near East Nanjing Road or People's Square for convenient access to the Bund and Yuyuan. Specific hotels are covered separately in Where to stay.
Queues, prices and photographs
- Check before ordering
- Expect weekend and holiday queues at popular pastry shops and restaurants. Visit off-peak or take a number in advance, and check prices and the menu before ordering.
- Dress for the setting, not the traffic
- We recommend retro clothing for the street's atmosphere. Keep photographs clear of traffic and other pedestrians.