10 Viral Shanghai Cafes Worth Visiting
1. 13DE MARZO
- Highlights: Famous for serving drinks attached with a miniature plush teddy bear. Originally a Parisian-inspired fashion brand.
- Must-try: Rose Latte (¥36), Lychee Rose Milk Tea (¥39), Black Bear Hot Cocoa (¥33).
- Address: 1/F, 322 Anfu Road, Xuhui District, Shanghai.
2. Apoli Itabakery
- Highlights: Harry Potter-inspired interior featuring stone walls, warm lighting, and a self-service bakery layout.
- Must-try: Tiramisu, Pistachio Maritozzo (soft Roman cream bun with rich pistachio filling).
- Address: 380 Xingguo Road, Changning District, Shanghai.
3. Butterful & Creamorous
- Highlights: European-style Seoul bakery with crystal chandeliers and glass display cabinets packed with bakes.
- Must-try: Sichuan Pepper Cashew Ciabatta, Chocolate Croissant, Lava Cheese Sausage Balls, Giant Berry Napoleon.
- Address: L1-18, Building 6, Lane 123 Xingye Road, Xintiandi, Huangpu District, Shanghai.
4. Baker & Spice
- Highlights: Long-standing staple on Anfu Road known for consistent quality baked goods and all-day brunch.
- Must-try: Scrambled Egg And Bacon Croissant (¥35), Grilled Sambal Prawn Omelette (¥68), Penne Chicken Pesto (¥68).
- Address: 195 Anfu Road, Xuhui District, Shanghai.
5. Metal Hands
- Highlights: World’s Top 50 Coffee Shop brand famous for inventing the viral “sunny-side-up fried egg” latte design.
- Must-try: Cinnamon Poached Egg Latte (¥38), Pistachio Dirty (¥42).
- Address: No. 37 Yongjia Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai.
6. O’Mills Sourdough Bakery & Bistro
- Highlights: Airy, two-storey loft space specializing in organic sourdough, artisanal bakes, and healthy brunch options.
- Must-try: Prosciutto Burrata Pizza (¥158), Almond Croissant (¥32), Caramel Butter Sourdough Crunch (¥20).
- Address: Yongjia Road, Xuhui District, Shanghai.
7. Manner Coffee
- Highlights: Iconic Shanghai coffee chain offering quick, high-quality, budget-friendly specialty coffee options.
- Must-try: Flat White (¥15), Orange Latte (¥20), Matcha Latte (¥20).
- Address: Multiple locations across Shanghai.
8. Captain George Flavor Museum
- Highlights: Founded by World Brewers Cup Champion Peng Jinyang; features a dedicated pour-over bar with world-class single-origin beans.
- Must-try: Seasonal Pour-Over Specialty Coffee (from ¥55).
- Address: No. 236 Taiyuan Road, Jing’an District, Shanghai.
9. Cafe del Volcan
- Highlights: Cozy specialty coffee shop on Yongkang Road focusing on single-origin beans sourced directly from volcanic regions in Latin America.
- Must-try: Specialty Pour-Over (¥36), Sparkling Brew (¥42), freshly baked cookies (¥18).
- Address: 80 Yongkang Road, Xuhui District, Shanghai.
10. Goodbai Cafe
- Highlights: Aesthetic concept store and cafe opened by Chinese actor Bai Jing Ting.
- Must-try: Goodbai Latte, BaiBai Magnolia, Dreamy Ice Tea, freshly baked cannelés and scones.
- Address: 20 Yanqing Road, Jing’an District, Shanghai.