Shanghai's culinary scene continues to shine brightly on the global stage, with an impressive 145 restaurants earning a coveted place in the 2025 Shanghai Michelin Guide. Of these, an exceptional 52 have been awarded prestigious Michelin stars, further cementing the city's reputation as a world-class dining destination.

The Oscars of the Culinary World

The release of the 2025 Michelin Guide is a momentous occasion in the global food scene, with chefs and restaurants vying for the coveted stars. In Shanghai, a city known for its vibrant and diverse dining culture, the stakes are especially high.

The Big Reveal

At a press conference held this morning at Bellagio by MGM Shanghai, Michelin unveiled its 2025 picks for Shanghai, marking the ninth edition of the city's guide. Receiving a Michelin star can catapult a restaurant into the limelight, attracting both food lovers and critics. Conversely, losing one can signal the beginning of a decline that few establishments recover from. Love it or hate it, the guide undeniably influences dining choices and deeply impacts Shanghai's chefs, restaurants, and the entire hospitality industry.

Shifting Stars and Culinary Surprises

This year, the total number of starred restaurants increased by just one, yet the culinary landscape continues to experience a dramatic shuffle. As a few esteemed institutions fell off the list (some closing their doors for good), new contenders swiftly claimed their spots.

The Three-Star Elite

For the fourth consecutive year, two restaurants continue to reign supreme at the pinnacle of Michelin's hierarchy:

• Tai'an Table: Helmed by founder Stefan Stiller and Executive Chef Christiaan Stoop, Tai'an Table proudly retains its three-star status. The team has also been honored with the Green Star award for leading the way in sustainable practices.
  
• Ultraviolet: Paul Pairet's multi-sensory dining experience remains a three-star marvel, holding its position for yet another year.
  

A New Addition to Two Stars

Fu He Hui: Rising to two-star status, Fu He Hui stands out for its exquisite vegetarian fine dining. Under the guidance of Chef Tony Lu, the restaurant's menu celebrates seasonal and regionally sourced produce from across China.

One-Star Shake-Up

The one-star category experienced the most changes this year. Five new entries joined the ranks, while four restaurants saw significant demotions or closures:

New Additions: Look for the 'new' markers on the winner's list below.

Drop-Offs and Demotions: Jean Georges and Tea Culture dropped to Michelin Select, while New Wave by Da Vittorio and Yu Zhi Lan have closed their doors.

Ascension: Fu He Hui's elevation to two stars left a notable gap in the one-star category.

A Deliciously Tense Moment

Every star awarded reshapes Shanghai's dynamic dining scene, with new contenders emerging to tantalize taste buds and challenge culinary expectations. It's an exhilarating time for chefs and diners alike, where every bite truly counts.

Understanding Michelin Ratings

Before diving into the full list of winners, here's a quick refresher on how the Michelin Guide works. Esteemed for its ability to catapult restaurants to international fame, the guide classifies its top picks into nine categories:

• Three Star
  
• Two Star
  
• One Star
  
• Bib Gourmand
  
• Michelin Plate
  
• Young Chef
  
• Sommelier
  
• Service
  
• Green Star Award

Three Stars

"A restaurant worth a special journey, indicating exceptional cuisine where diners eat extremely well, often superbly. Distinctive dishes are precisely executed, using superlative ingredients."

• Tai'an Table
  
• Ultraviolet
  

Two Stars

"A restaurant worth a detour, indicating excellent cuisine, skillfully and carefully crafted dishes of outstanding quality."

• 102 House
  
• 8 1/2 Otto e Mezzo Bombana
  
• Bao Li Xuan
  
• Canton 8 (Huangpu)
  
• Da Vittorio
  
• Fu He Hui (promotion)
  
• Imperial Treasure
  
• Ji Pin Court
  
• The House of Rong
  

One Star

"A good place to stop on your journey, indicating a very good restaurant in its category, offering cuisine prepared to a consistently high standard."

• Amazing Chinese Cuisine (Changning)
  
• Canton Table
  
• Cheng Long Hang (Huangpu)
  
• Da Dong (Xuhui)
  
• EHB
  
• Fu1015
  
• Fu1039
  
• Fu1088
  
• Gastro Esthetics at DaDong (new)
  
• Il Ristorante – Niko Romito
  
• Jin Xuan
  
• Lao Zheng Xing
  
• Le Comptoir de Pierre Gagnaire
  
• Lei Garden (Xuhui & Pudong)
  
• Ling Long
  
• Lu Style (Huangpu)
  
• Maison Lameloise
  
• Meet the Bund
  
• Ming Court
  
• Moose (Changning & Pudong)
  
• Narisawa (new)
  
• Obscura
  
• Oriental Sense & Palate
  
• PHÉNIX
  
• Ren He Guan (Xuhui)
  
• Seventh Son
  
• Sheng Yong Xin (Huangpu)
  
• Sole (new)
  
• T'ang Court
  
• Tou Zao
  
• Wu You Xian (new)
  
• Xin Rong Ji (Xuhui)
  
• Yi Long Court
  
• Yong Fu (Hongkou & Huangpu)
  
• Yong Yi Ting
  
• YongFoo Élite
  
• Yue Hai Tang
  
• Zhou She (Minhang) (new)
  

Bib Gourmand Restaurants

"Fantastic cooking at reasonable prices."

• A Niang Mian
  
• Chic 1699 (Pudong)
  
• Chun
  
• Cong's Kitchen (new)
  
• Da Hu Chun (Middle Sichuan Lu)
  
• Easeful Cuisine (Jing'an)
  
• Gong De Lin (West Nanjing Lu)
  
• Hao Sheng
  
• Ho Hung Kee
  
• Jing Mei Wuxi Noodles (Jing'an)
  
• Lan Xin
  
• Lao Di Fang Mian Guan (new)
  
• Lu Bo Lang
  
• Mao Long
  
• Mi Thai
  
• Nanxiang Steamed Bun (Yuyuan Lu)
  
• Polux
  
• Qiao Ai Lai Lai Xiao Long (Huangpu)
  
• Rong Cuisine
  
• Rongjia Noodles Soup with Yellow Croaker (Jing'an)
  
• Tasty Congee & Noodle Wantun Shop
  
• The Commune Social (new)
  
• The Lakeside Veggie
  
• Wang Lu (new)
  
• Xiao Tao Mian Guan
  
• Yangzhou Fan Dian
  
• Yong Fu Mini (Pudong)
  
• Yu Du Lao Wei Mian (Huangpu)
  
• Yu Ge Zhanjiang (Jing'an)
  
• Yunhe Noodle (Huangpu)
  

Michelin Select

"A chef using quality ingredients that are well-cooked; simply a good meal."

• 1515 West Chophouse
  
• Arva
  
• Bai Rong New
  
• Beef & Liberty (Jing'an)
  
• Canton Disco
  
• Cellar to Table
  
• Chaimen Hui
  
• Charbon
  
• Coquille
  
• Cuivre
  
• De Xing Guan (Guangdong Road)
  
• Ding Te Le Zhou Mian Guan
  
• Dining Room
  
• Dong Ping Chao
  
• Épices & Foie Gras
  
• Frasca
  
• Hai Wei Guan (Jing'an)
  
• Hakkasan
  
• Hang Yuen Hin
  
• Hokkien Huay Kuan
  
• Hong 0871
  
• Hong Yu Fang
  
• Jade on 36
  
• Jean Georges
  
• Kanpai Classic (Huangpu)
  
• La Scene Ronde (new)
  
• Lao Xing Xian (Huangpu)
  
• Legend Taste (Jing'an)
  
• Les Nuages
  
• Lin Family of One – The Bund
  
• Lin Jiang Yan
  
• Mercado 505
  
• Mercato
  
• Min He Nan Huan Xi
  
• Mr & Mrs Bund
  
• Nan Xing Yuan
  
• Nuits
  
• Numata Sou New
  
• Pop
  
• Royal China Club
  
• Scarpetta
  
• Scilla New
  
• Shanghai
  
• Shanghai Club
  
• Shanghai Tavern
  
• Shaughnessy
  
• Shi Chuan Fei Chuan (Xuhui)
  
• Sir Elly's
  
• Stonesal
  
• Sui Tang Li
  
• Summer Palace
  
• Tea Culture (East Beijing Lu)
  
• The Meat
  
• The Pine
  
• Villa Le Bec - Bistro 321
  
• Wan Yan (Changning)
  
• Wei Xiang Zhai (Yandang Lu)
  
• Xin Yuan Lou
  
• Xuji Seafood (Xuhui)
  
• Yè Shanghai
  
• Yong Feng Mian Guan
  
• Yong Jiang Zhen New
  
• Yong Xing
  

Young Chef Award

"Recognizes their personality and the identity of their culinary creations."

Kyle Liang from Lin Jiang Yan

Sommelier Award

"Recognizes their dedication and passion for the industry to enhance the dining experience."

Kitty Lao from Maison Lameloise

Service Award

"Making the restaurant visit a true experience."

Yan Wang from Amazing Chinese Cuisine (Changning)

Michelin Green Star Award

"To honor restaurants at the forefront of the industry when it comes to their sustainable practices."

Tai'an Table