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‘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
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.
Options
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.
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.
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.
Reviews
1,330 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great food and history of shanghainesse food.
Cameron B,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tried a few different foods that locals would eat and the history behind those foods. It was a great experience. Learned about the meaning behind a few different foods.
Lovely food tour
brynjara2017,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We did the local food tour in central Shanghai with Kurt, and overall it was a good experience. The meeting point was a bit tricky to locate on both Amap and Apple Maps, and adding the word “Middle” to the street name would make it much easier to find. We enjoyed several of the stops, especially the eggplant, the soup dumplings, and the fruit stop in the middle of the tour. The BBQ was also a cool experience. At the same time, a few places felt a little stiff, and we actually wished there were one or two more stops to round out the evening. There were a couple of small things that could be improved. At the second stop, it would have been nice if drinks were offered instead of us having to ask for them. And during the BBQ stop, the guide stood and watched us eat, which felt a bit awkward and a little rushed. It would feel more relaxed if the guide joined the table instead of standing over us. Still, the food quality was good, the route was interesting, and it was a nice introduction to local spots we wouldn’t have found on our own. A solid four star tour.
Delicious food!
chandafuller,
Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide took us to so many places we were stuffed. Everything was delicious! Her English was great and she was friendly.
Fun intro to Shanghai!
Christine S,
Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful introduction to the Shanghai street food scene. We had a great time; Jim was an excellent tour guide and led us to a number of fun stops with interesting information and overview of the city and its cuisine. Highly recommend this fun experience!
Fun Night by Shanghai
luiztheodorico,
Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour, very fun! The guide Jade was very friendly and explaining. The tour went through several authentic Chinese cuisine restaurants, which are frequented by locals. I recommend for a fun night in Shanghai!
You must book this tour!!
Mary M,
Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a fabulous time at on this half day food tour in Shanghai. Jim was an amazing guide who took us to about six or seven spots to sample the most delicious food. He took us to areas that tourists would never visit as well as food markets and provided a fascinating history of the areas we walk through. He was incredibly knowledgeable and easy-going and friendly. Would absolutely recommend.
Perfect Sunday afternoon for foodies
P737KPjs,
Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the afternoon food tour with Kurt and had a great time! Tried a variety of dumplings, noodles, teas and interesting ice cream flavours. Kurt was great and told us many interesting historical facts about the various dishes and neighborhoods we walked through. Can definitely recommend to anyone visiting Shanghai for a day.
Incredible tour, stuffed, several different cuisines
kmlkmj,
Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really great food tour. We went with Jim and he explained so much about Chinese culture and food. He took us to several amazing places and we were STUFFED by the end of the tour. He even gave us some pastries to take home at the end of the tour. Highly recommend!!
Fantastic food experience
663huilingt,
Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kurt and Lu were very knowledgeable and friendly. We had a great time learning about Shanghai and the typical foods of the city. All the foods and drinks we tried at small local shops were delicious.
Great tour!
Rylan S,
Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour for local cuisine and wonderful guide, Jim. He was friendly, knowledgeable and fun. He gave great tips for finding more local and authentic food around Shanghai!
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