Must-try Shanghai specialties include xiaolongbao (soup dumplings, try Nanxiang Steamed Bun Shop), shengjian (pan-fried dumplings, such as Xiaoyang Shengjian), Shanghainese braised pork, crab meat tofu, and scallion oil noodles. Time-honored restaurants like Lao Zhengxing Restaurant and Lanxin Restaurant serve classic Shanghainese cuisine, with English menus available at some branches. Chain restaurants in commercial areas like Xintiandi and the Bund (e.g., Dadong, Xin Rong Ji) also offer bilingual services. For authentic food recommendations, English-menu restaurant guides, or specialty dining experience bookings, contact service@intotravelchina.com for tailored dining guides—let us help you savor Shanghai’s unique flavors deeply.