Eat Like a Local Through Shanghai's French Concession

Name: Eat Like a Local Through Shanghai's French Concession
Price: 75 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.95 (342 reviews)

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

In 1936, half of Shanghai was controlled by foreign powers. For decades, its had a negative birth rate and millions of immigrants, meaning the inheritance of the true cuisine of old Shanghai is limited to select insiders. On this tour, you’ll try at least 10 dishes on a journey through the clandestine cuisine of old-Shanghai, hiding in plain sight in the French Concession.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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

Signup and advance payment are required

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Former French Concession

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Huijin Shopping Mall(Zhao Jia bang road)

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30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Local English-speaking guide

Soda/Pop

All food at 4+ sit-down, safe to eat restaurants

Bottled water

Alcoholic Beverages

Small-group tour (2-12 people)

Vegetarian friendly (with advance notice)

Unlimited local beer, soda, and bottled water

Gratuities

Options

Group Tour

Your tour group departs from meeting point at 6:30pm.

Reviews

4.95

342 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

329

Mad Max
mfffglkgjk,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Max clearly is shanghianese and has a great knowledge of the history of Shanghai cuisine and is also able to have a good laugh.
Amazing French concession tour by Max
nicktA6754WL,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Max was an excellent and impeccably detailed host. He was super knowledgeable and took us to some amazing hidden gems. I’d book him again in a heartbeat.
This Tour will not Disappoint!
Voyage21063903079,,Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Angela was our Culinary Queen in Shanghai! She was delightful and well versed in each spot that she brought us. We were pleasantly surprised at the amount of food. You will not leave hungry! We loved that she took us to local treasures not just trendy spots or chain style restaurants. We also appreciated the commentary Angela provided beyond food such as architecture and every day way of life. This made our walks to our next spot interesting. She also provided us with personalized recommendations post tour such as a great restaurant for our wedding anniversary and picked dishes she thought we would like! Loved her! Book your tour today. You will not be disappointed!
Amazing Food Tour
946jevonh,,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Hands down one of my favorite experiences in the city. As someone who lives in Shanghai, it was great to discover new places. Our tour guide Emma was knowledgeable, pleasant and made us feel extremely comfortable everywhere we went
Excellent experience that I recommend!
juliepQ6630KX,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent culinary tour with Max, who made us discover places I would never have gone alone! Everything was delicious, and he took the time to explain to us each time the origin of the dishes and how they are cooked. We also visited some of the alleys of the French colonial quarter. A very good experience then! Thanks again to Max
Go on this tour with Max - he’s amazing!
N3651GIandrewg,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Max led us brilliantly through an exploration of the French concession and its amazing food. Max was a perfect host, taking care to engage with everyone in the group and making sure everyone was happy. We really enjoyed the tour, but especially enjoyed Max’s company and the atmosphere he created in the group. Can’t recommend Max and the tour highly enough - it was brilliant!
Top Notch!
I516NBwilliamb,,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was awesome! There was so much food and we got such great explanations about the different dishes as well as the history of Shanghai.
A 5-star experience
Tourist04720815970,,Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our Lost Plate dinner tour in Shanghai was an absolute highlight, thanks to Sylvia. Managing a group of eight (strangers, at that!) is no small feat, but she handled it effortlessly. She kept everyone engaged, making sure we all had fun, and created a lively, welcoming atmosphere throughout the evening. Her energy and organization meant we could relax and enjoy the food, the stories, and each other’s company. A truly 5-star experience from start to finish.
Fabulous and yummy
R8153AZlinat,,Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Sue was fabulous. The tour was way more than expected. Typically food tours we have been on give you skimpy tastings of different foods, but the servings on this tour was most generous and exceptionally tasty. Sue was informative, very friendly and very attentive to the needs of the group. Loved it!
Pleasant and professional guide.
MMN003,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Cathy was an exceptionally pleasant and professional guide. She made sure no one felt excluded and took the time to make everyone feel comfortable and fully involved in the activity. She adapted her approach to each person, regardless of their cultural background, and handled everything with thoughtful attention. Her kindness and sweetness added a warm touch to the entire experience. Overall, she delivered a truly welcoming and inclusive atmosphere, and I highly recommend her as a guide.