MICHELIN Guide Shanghai, for the first time, a Dim Sum restaurant is awarded One MICHELIN Star

Michelin is delighted to present the 2025 restaurant selection for the MICHELIN Guide Shanghai. This new selection recommends a total of 145 restaurants, of which 10 have been newly added to the list, and represents 30 cooking styles. At Star level, Fu He Hui has been promoted to Two MICHELIN Stars, while 5 establishments have either been promoted to or gained One MICHELIN Star, including, for the very first time in Shanghai, a Dim Sum eatery. The MICHELIN Guide Shanghai also pays tribute to 3 outstanding professionals with the MICHELIN Young Chef Award, the Sommelier Award and the Service Award.

Awarded One MICHELIN Star for many years, Fu He Hui has continued to improve, and its dishes not only demonstrate profound cultural connotations, but also exquisite performance of traditional cooking techniques, which has been unanimously recognized by the Inspectors and promoted to Two MICHELIN Stars.  Exuding Zen-inspired serenity, the rooms reflect a philosophy that veganism isn’t just about the food but is a way of life. Only set menus are served and they change every season to make use of the best local ingredients. Masterfully crafted and plated courses include some authentically recreated recipes from the past. Tea is also closely related to Zen, so do order from the extensive tea menu to complement the dishes.

This new addition brings the number of restaurants awarded Two MICHELIN Stars in Shanghai to 9; 102 House, 8 1/2 Otto e Mezzo Bombana, Bao Li Xuan, Canton 8 (Huangpu), Da Vittorio, Imperial Treasure Fine Chinese Cuisine, Ji Pin Court and The House of Rong all maintain their distinction for another year.

At the Three-Star level, Taian Table (also awarded the MICHELIN Green Star) and Ultraviolet by Paul Pairet also demonstrated such exceptional consistency in providing unique culinary experiences that the MICHELIN Inspectors awarded the highest distinction for another year.

5 restaurants newly awarded One MICHELIN Star

Two selected restaurants - Narisawa and Zhou She (Minhang) - have been promoted to One MICHELIN Star and 3 establishments joined the selection directly with One MICHELIN Star: Gastro Esthetics at DaDong, Sole and Wu You Xian. Wu You Xian is the first ever dim sum restaurant, specialized in Xiaolongbao, to receive a MICHELIN Star in Shanghai.

Narisawa - (Innovative Cuisine)

Featuring sustainable Satoyama cuisine that connects diners with nature, this outpost of its Tokyo namesake serves a seasonal set menu built on Japanese traditions refined by Western techniques. Having worked with chef-owner Narisawa for over 10 years, the head chef uses mostly Chinese ingredients in his cooking. The iconic "Bread of the Forest" is fermented and baked tableside in a stone pot and infused with seasonal produce such as white tea or kumquat.

Zhou She (Minhang) – (Shanghai Cuisine)

In the Hongqiao district, near a train station and airport, this restaurant is a popular choice among travelers. The head chef is a Shanghai native, who respects traditions, while exploring other Chinese regional flavors. His menu is heavily based on Shanghainese cuisine, with occasional Cantonese and Huaiyang dishes. Try his marinated pigeon with green Sichuan peppercorns and silky meat, and the umami-rich sautéed shredded fish with chive sprouts.

Gastro Esthetics at DaDong – (Contemporary Chinese Cuisine)

The design of the room is a nod to Van Gogh's Almond Blossom; teal cushions and brass trims echo the sky-blue background and pinkish flowers of the painting. Peking duck is still the signature here – 45-day-old birds, or 22-day-old ducklings are grilled to perfection and carved tableside. The crispy skin and succulent meat are simply divine. The braised sea cucumber in a gelatinous scallion sauce is another must-try. The city view is a plus.

Sole – (Cantonese Cuisine)

Sole opened its doors in 2023 with an all-Cantonese kitchen team. The head chef's glorious career spans over 20 years and he excels at Cantonese classics – dim sum, Cantonese barbecue, seafood, double-boiled soups, and stir-fries. The long menu also offers painstakingly made items such as deep-fried egg custard with chicken testicle. The scallop dumpling with crab roe stands out for its translucent skin, perfect pleats, and rich buttery filling.

Wu You Xian – (Dim Sum)

Having relocated to larger premises in the city center, this shop famous for crab xiaolongbao still always attracts queues. They serve over 20 varieties – crabmeat, roe, tomalley or combinations thereof – with plump fillings enrobed in translucent skin, each with a different dip. The buns with premium seafood such as abalone and sea cucumber are also popular. First-timers can go for the assorted option with several varieties in one steamer.

4 Entries in the Bib Gourmand Category

Over the past year, MICHELIN Guide Inspectors have also been scouring the streets of Shanghai for delicious and affordable restaurants, which have been included in the well-acclaimed Bib Gourmand list. In this year's selection, 4 new restaurants have been given the award, bringing the total number of eateries.

Cong's Kitchen

Chef-owner Cong is a retiree in his 70s. Passionate about cooking, he returned to Shanghai and opened this restaurant after stints in Hong Kong. Although his food is largely Shanghainese, the menu includes his own creations in addition to the all-time classics. The sautéed river shrimps with tomalley are loaded with umami. Diners also flock here for his fish liver pâté and marinated skate fish. Seven private rooms are available for dinner parties.

Lao Di Fang Mian Guan

In business for over 30 years, this noodle shop has recently moved to a new location. Rest assured that the menu and flavors remain the same and all noodles are served with toppings cooked à la minute. Try the toothsome cuttlefish noodles with pickled cabbage for a lovely crunch, complemented by seafood umami. Local favorites such as braised pork belly in spiced dark soy, and tofu skin-wrapped pork are also worth trying.

The Commune Social

A former police station circa 1910 is home to this tapas bar exuding minimalist chic that also comes with a terrace. The chef reinvents classics with modern techniques and exotic flavors, such as the use of African spices in grilled pumpkin with cheese and nuts. The Iberian pork and foie gras burger also evokes much love. Daily specials are offered at dinner. Reservations are not accepted at weekends; additional service charges apply for private rooms.

Wang Lu

The room sports a modern Chinese vibe, dotted with framed orange scarves and table mats in matching equestrian motifs. To suit the local palate, the kitchen dials down the heat slightly, but the food still packs an authentic Jiangxi kick. Rich, flavorsome double-steamed soft-shelled tortoise with fish maw is served according to a ritual that symbolizes good fortune. Jiangxi-style three-cup chicken boasts firm flesh and perfect caramelization.

Finally, the new selection also includes 63 MICHELIN-Selected restaurants, whose quality cuisine have seduced the Inspectors. Among them, 5 are featured for the very first time this year: Shandong restaurant Bai Rong, La Scene Ronde representing innovative cuisine, Scilla (Mediterranean Cuisine), Jiangzhe restaurant Yong Jiang Zhen and Numata Sou, a tempura restaurant.

Altogether, these 63 restaurants represent nearly 30 types of cuisine, highlighting the culinary diversity of the Shanghai food offering.

Three MICHELIN Special Awards are presented to talented restaurant professionals

In addition to recommending quality restaurants, the MICHELIN Guide also highlights outstanding people in the restaurant industry. 3 talented and dedicated professionals received either the MICHELIN Young Chef Award, Sommelier Award or Service Award.

Chef Kyle Liang, from MICHELIN Selected Restaurant, Lin Jiang Yan, won this year's MICHELIN Young Chef Award. Chef Kyle is a talented chef who has been at Lin Jiang Yan since it opened and has quickly made a significant impact in the culinary world. From Sous Chef to Head Chef, he brings a fresh perspective to traditional Jiangsu and Zhejiang cuisine, skillfully incorporating innovative elements that elevate classic dishes. His creativity and expertise not only improve the dining experience for customers, but also inspire teams to push the boundaries of cooking.

The winner of this year's MICHELIN Sommelier Award is from the One-MICHELIN-Star restaurant Maison Lameloise. Ms. Kitty Lao honed her expertise in fine dining and wine service during her decade of experience in the food and beverage industry. After studying marketing and hotel management in Sweden, she worked as a sommelier for famous restaurant groups in Macau and Ningxia, while also working with the group's wineries. Her pure love for wine drives her to pursue and work with the best team in China. She has been with Maison Lameloise for 4 years, where she is hands-on and detail-oriented, working closely with chefs to continuously refine food and wine pairings based on guest feedback.

Ms. Yan WANG from the One-MICHELIN-Star restaurant Amazing Chinese Cuisine (Changning) won this year’s MICHELIN Service Award. In the past 3-4 years, Ms. Wang has accumulated rich experience in the catering industry. She is adept at managing the dining pace, and possesses an in-depth understanding of menus, being able to deftly coordinate with guests and the kitchen team to tailor the experience to customers' individual taste preferences. Her proactive attitude and calm demeanor ensure a smooth and effortless dining experience.

The Shanghai restaurant selection joins the MICHELIN Guide selection of hotels, which features the most unique and exciting places to stay in China and throughout the world.        

Visit the MICHELIN Guide website, or download the free app for iOS and Android, to discover every restaurant in the selection and book an unforgettable hotel.

The MICHELIN Guide Shanghai 2025 summary:

145 recommended restaurants of which:

• 2 Three-MICHELIN-Star restaurants

• 9 Two-MICHELIN-Star restaurants (of which 1 promoted)

• 41 One-MICHELIN-Star restaurants (of which 3 new, 2 promoted)

• 30 Bib Gourmand restaurants (of which 2 new, 2 from previous MICHELIN-Selected distinction)

• 63 MICHELIN-selected restaurants (of which 5 new)

The 2025 Selection from the MICHELIN Guide Shanghai is also attached.

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