⭐⭐⭐⭐ · ¥150–250/person
Lost Heaven is Shanghai's most acclaimed restaurant for Yunnan and Southwest China ethnic minority cuisines — a part of Chinese food culture rarely seen outside the region. Set in a beautiful heritage building near the Bund, the menu features wild mushroom dishes, Mekong River fish, minority herb preparations, and the extraordinary flavors of Yunnan's 26 ethnic groups. One of the best restaurant experiences for adventurous food travelers in Shanghai.
['Book a table at least 2 days ahead — very popular', 'The ground floor has the most atmospheric seating', 'The Yunnan coffee (grown at high altitude) is exceptional', 'Ask the staff for recommendations — the menu changes seasonally with wild ingredients']
Featured by Eater and numerous food travel documentaries as one of Shanghai's essential fine dining experiences
Address (English): 17 Yan'an East Rd, Huangpu District, Shanghai (near the Bund)
Address (Chinese — show to driver): 黄浦区延安东路17号
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Citizens of 54+ countries can visit China for up to 240 hours (10 days) without a visa. This restaurant is fully accessible during a visa-free transit stay in Shanghai.
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