Mesmerizing cafés in Shanghai

Shanghai is known as the “Paris of the East,” thanks to its beautiful views and historical architecture. It also oozes an exuberant fast-paced vibe that is seductive to visitors. Famous for its food and drink scene, Shanghai has over 7,000 cafés throughout the city. Here are three favorite ones with spectacular views.

Embrace history in a century old building at the Upper Room

The Upper Room is a café and a bar with beautiful views of Shanghai. It is located on the 7th floor of the luxurious Z Hotel Shanghai Bund Shamei Building. The hotel is situated at the newly renovated Somekh Building, also known as the Shamei Building, built in 1921. It is an important landmark for Shanghai denizens.

Anyone visiting this place will fall in love with the historical European architectural lines of the Bund area, which blends in perfectly with the modern city landscape of Lujiazui financial district. It is stained red by the sunset of the last light of day in the city of Shanghai.

Recommended Menu: Dirty coffee, Almond Raspberry Pancake
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday, noon-1am; Friday-Saturday, noon-2am; closed Monday
Location: 194 Beijing East Road
Nearby Attractions: Rockbund, a collection of historical buildings just North of the Bund, in addition to retail premises and an art museum with rotating exhibitions throughout the year.

Manner Coffee North Bund on the riverside

Manner Coffee recently celebrated its 1,000th branch at an exclusive location of unparalleled beauty by the Huangpu River. It is a local Shanghai coffee brand founded in 2015. Its first outlet started out with only 2-3 square meters before a quantum leap in growth, which led to the expansion throughout China. “Manner” is derived from the proverb “Manners maketh man,” describing a person’s behavior as an indication of one’s identity. Manner Coffee wishes to elevate the art of drinking coffee into a daily ritual and eventually becomes a refined custom in China. The 1,000th branch is situated in the North Bund area, an exclusive riverside city development project. Unobstructed panoramic views of the Shanghai metropolis and affordable drink prices give Manner Coffee North Bund branch a million-dollar view.

Recommended Menu: Tiramisu Latte, Osmanthus Oat Latte
Opening Hours: Monday-Friday, 7.30am-10pm; Saturday-Sunday, 9am-10pm
Location: North Bund
Nearby Attractions: North Bund Park has a large teardrop art installation that reflects the city skyscrapers. Also featured is a walkway that runs parallel to the Huangpu River. Suitable for watching sunrise and sunset.

REi-Flower Coffee Bar tranquility

REi-Flower Coffee Bar is a specialist in coffee and cocktail beverages. This café is located away from the hustle and bustle of the Bund and Nanjing Shopping Street. REi-Flower Coffee Bar is located between the Shanghai Postal Museum and the Bellagio Hotel, along the left bank of the Suzhou River. This small family-run business has a flower theme decoration from its store facade to its drink menu. The owner of the coffee bar is an avid movie buff, hence movies are shown via a projector throughout the day. Outdoor seating by the Suzhou River is another facet of its unique charm second to none. Enjoy your coffee with Shanghai metropolis views overlooking sparkling river waters. Relaxation at its best!

Recommended Menu: Osmanthus Flowers Latte, Soda Perilla Grapefruit Americano
Opening Hours: 10.30am – 1am
Location: 234 North Suzhou Road
Nearby Attractions: Shanghai Postal Museum which hosts exhibitions and rare stamp collections from various eras.

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