Authentic Local Food Tour in Central Shanghai
Overview
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3 hours
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Taste a dozen traditional Shanghainese dishes in 3 hours during this culinary tour of Huangpi Road, the old border between the former French Concession and Shanghai residential areas. Sample soup dumplings with black vinegar, parched chicken, steamed buns, scallion oil noodles, and much more. You'll see how immigration brought prosperity and a vast diversity of cultures to this fast-changing city. This tour offers multiple departure times throughout the day.
This tour is currently running late night special tour session at 8:30PM. During this late night session, you will be able to see the night Shanghai, to taste of some craft beers or desert with some fresh hand-pulled beef noodles and lamb kabab.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Children under 3 are free of charge
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Please wear comfortable walking shoes
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Xintiandi
Meet your guide at the Huangpi Nan Road metro station and depart on foot for the Xintiandi area of Shanghai. Start with a taste of notable soup dumplings and learn from your guide about their construction, including the savory meat filling and flavorful broth.
Former French Concession
Afterward, its a 15-minute walk to Yunnan Road, where you'll sit down alongside local residents catching up with their friends at three traditional restaurants and one dessert shop. On the way, notice French lane apartments of the French Concession give way to Chinese stone houses, called shikumen, and observe daily life among the street vendors, office workers, and mahjong players.
What‘s Included
Food and drink tastings (enough for breakfast, lunch or dinner)
Local guide
Local beer or desert for late night session
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Options
Late Night Special - 8:30PM
A 3-hour Shanghai foodie Tour. Please meet your tour guide at Exit 2 of South Huangpi Road Metro Station (Line 1) on time.
Afternoon Tour - 1PM
A 3-hour Shanghai foodie Tour. Please meet your tour guide at Exit 2 of South Huangpi Road Metro Station (Line 1) on time.
Night tour - 6:30PM
A 3-hour Shanghai foodie Tour. Please meet your tour guide at Exit 2 of South Huangpi Road Metro Station (Line 1) on time.
Morning Tour - 9AM
A 3-hour Shanghai foodie Tour. Please meet your tour guide at Exit 2 of South Huangpi Road Metro Station (Line 1) on time.
Reviews
1,380 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
10/10 so great! Thank you Jade!
mchieg,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you are looking for an authentic taste of Shanghai, look no further. We did the food tour with Jade and it was easily the best decision we made. She didn't just take us to generic tourist spots; she took us into the heart of the local neighborhoods to places we never would have found on our own. Jade is incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and her passion for the city’s culinary history is contagious. We tried everything from the most amazing soup dumplings (Xiaolongbao) to local street snacks, and every bite was better than the last. She also did a fantastic job explaining the stories behind the food and the culture of the French Concession. She was professional, punctual, and made sure everyone in the group was well-fed and happy. If you’re lucky enough to get Jade as your guide, you’re in for a treat. 10/10—don’t miss this!
Fun and relaxed tour of amazing local cuisine
Justin K,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Jade was a very fun and friendly tour guide, taking us to five amazing stops with a variety of great unique, local cuisine. It’s always fun to go to places you wouldn’t normally discover on your own.
Fun and relaxed tour of amazing local cuisine.
justink749,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jade was a very fun and friendly tour guide, taking us to five amazing stops with a variety of great unique, local cuisine. It’s always fun to hit places you normally wouldn’t discover on your own.
TJ was awesome
John L,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00TJ was great. Enjoyed all the stops. Lots of local food and the tour was well organized. The early tour is focused more on food. The evening tour is more focused on drinks.
Awesome experience
darrenlA5456VR,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome experience from start to end, very well facilitated by Kurt. I would highly recommend!
Best tour of our week's stay in Shanghai !!
John W,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a fantastic tour of authentic Chinese cuisine, guided by the wonderful, talented, funny and knowledgeable Jade.
Eating and socialising amongst friends and stagers who felt like friends across several different restaurants.
N8052BLcolint,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Without doubt the highlight of our trip. Jade was zany and wonderful and I can’t imagine her doing a different job. The food tour was a great experience and I would highly recommend it.
A great evening of food with a wonderful guide.
507charlesa,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jade our guide made sure we had a wonderful evening. The food was excellent and varied and Jade gave us a lot of information and background. Highly recommended.
Amazing night out
katrinsF1127ZP,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jade was an amazing guide, we had a great time with lots of delicious food in many variations. She explained all the different styles and the origin very well.
10/10 experience
L327ZSelizabethm,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jade was amazing!! Couldn't recommend doing this enough while in Shanghai for an authentic food and history experience.
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