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A little west of the city centre, Wuyi Road was once a sleepy street, but is now worth repeat visits for eating out! Curiously, there seems to be a concentration of South Korean-run concepts there, from one casual fine dining restaurant to a homey bakery.
Whether you’re seeking a weekend brunch with the crew or a sophisticated dinner, Wuyi Road has something to offer every taste and budget. You can hardly go wrong with the following!
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Glory Butter
📍Room 109, 1F, 168 Wuyi Road, Changning
⏰ Daily, 10 AM – 9 PM
Photos via Glory Butter’s official Dianping
If the cinnamon rolls here look and taste somewhat familiar, it’s not just you... Here’s the tea: rumour has it the team jumped ship from another bakery that’s well known for its cinnamon rolls.
Check out our previous round-up of cinnamon rolls in Shanghai and do the detective work yourself. *Wink*
Doppelganger cinnamon roll and ‘elevated’ Croque Madame. Photos by Eugenia Mok
Located in the new WYSH complex, Glory Butter serves a standout selection of pastries as well as à la carte options for lunch and dinner.
The pastries are of course, amazing, but the cooked-to-order offerings deserve special mention — try the Croque Madame, elevated with duck confit, gruyere cheese and a fried egg, or the Black Truffle Gnocchi for the ultimate mid-day indulgence.
Unsurprisingly, Glory Butter’s classic cinnamon roll as well as the creative takes on it are fan favourites. The croissants and Napoleon tarts come highly recommended as well.
What to order:
+ Cinnamon Rolls
+ Croque Madame
+ Croissants
+ Napoleon Tarts
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L’Atelier Over Bakery
📍Shop 04, 152 Lixi Road, Changning
⏰ Daily, 10 AM – 6 PM
So good that we have to make an exception for it, L’Atelier Over Bakery is located on mere steps away from Wuyi Road — Lixi Road is so small it’s practically a lane.
The bakery is leading the game when it comes to top-quality and creative sourdough bread.
Photos via L’Atelier Over Bakery’s official Xiaohongshu
The bakery went viral for its ‘Bread Omakase,’ a carefully-curated, special selection of bread, compound butter and sides. Slots are released on their WeChat mini programme every Sunday.
There are only eight portions of the bread omakase every day — no wonder they get snapped up almost immediately — and three time slots to enjoy it.
But don’t get too hung up on missing out on the experience: L’Atelier Over Bakery’s other offerings are not to be missed!
The writer’s favourite Soy Sauce Baguette and Anchovy Butter pairing. Photos by Eugenia Mok
For the ultimate umami pairing, pair the signature Soy Sauce Baguette, a chewy and perfectly-textured baguette infused with the deep, savoury quality of soy sauce, and the housemade Anchovy Butter.
What to order:
+ Soy Sauce Baguette
+ Anchovy Butter
+ Bread Omakase if you’re lucky!
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Wekuum
📍1-107, 200 Wuyi Road, Changning
⏰ Sun – Fri, 10 AM – 6 PM | Sat, 10 AM – 7 PM
Entrance to Wekuum. Photo by Eugenia Mok
The newest café on the block, Wekuum is a South Korean-style home bakery and café opened by a native baker. Its homey décor and bright, cosy interior are as inviting as the buttery scent of baking that greets you.
A sight for sore eyes: Wekuum’s mouthwatering baked goods counter. Photos by Eugenia Mok
The cafe’s star pastry is its financier, a small French cake resembling a gold bar. ‘Kuum’ is a Korean homophone for ‘gold,’ and hence a reference to the financiers.
Financiers for gifting that sweettooth in your life. Photo via Wekuum
These buttery little treats are made with burnt butter, egg whites, flour and sugar, but Wekuum balances out its traditionally sweet flavours with savoury elements such as blue cheese, meat floss and spicy almonds. And with daily specials on the board every day, there’s bound to be a financier for every palate.
Wekuum’s financiers can be enjoyed onsite, delivered, or preordered as gift boxes for special events or occasions.
What to order:
+ Pourover coffee
+ Financiers
+ Cupcakes
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WULI
📍WYSH, 1/F, Building 1, 168 Wuyi Road, Changning
⏰ Mon – Thu, 5:30 PM – Midnight; Fri – Sun, 11:30 AM – 3 PM, 5:30 PM - Midnight
Led by Chef Tom Ryu, WULI, an elevated South Korean casual dining concept, is the chef’s latest venture and sister restaurant to South Korean fine-dining concept NABI, which was nominated by our South Korean contacts as one of the best Korean restaurants in Shanghai.
WULI is located in the handsome red brick developement known as WYSH. Photos via WULI
WULI is the realisation of Ryu’s dream to open a classic South Korean restaurant in Shanghai. Expect sharing-style plates that mirror family-style dishes in Korea.
‘Abalone Juk’ and ‘Jeju Hairtail Sotbap.’ Photos via WULI
A must-try here is the ‘Abalone Juk,’ Korean-style rice porridge infused with the delicate taste of abalone, and with the pleasant hum of salty seawater in every bite.
We also like the ‘Jeju Hairtail Sotbap.’ Native to Jeju lsland, the fish’s soft flesh nicely contrasts the crispy rice guoba at the bottom of the stone pot, making for a delicious and texturally satisfying experience.
A blue botanical cocktail. Photo via WULI
The house-crafted cocktails containing Korean liquor and spirits are also not to be missed.
What to order:
+ Abalone Juk
+ Jeju Hairtail Sotbap
+ Cocktails or Korean spirits
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Endo
📍No. 320 Wuyi Road, Changning
⏰ Thu – Sun, (First seating) 1:30 – 3:30 PM |
(Second seating) 4 – 6 PM
Desserts that venture into fine art. Photos via Endo
Endo, a pioneering restaurant in Shanghai, is recognised in the F&B scene for its innovative approach to the dessert degustation — think a multicourse meal completely made up of sweet courses.
The menu is highly seasonal, and there are only two menu changes per year for Spring/Summer and Autumn/Winter.
‘Not Your Everyday Mont Blanc.’ Photo via Endo
Coupled with French pastry techniques, Endo’s creations celebrate the best local and seasonal ingredients, so you’re bound to discover something new with each menu change. For drink pairings, diners have the choice of tea or tea and wine.
Neither small nor large, the restaurant offers two seatings on the days that they are open, which is from Thursday through Sunday. Reservations are absolutely necessary.
A crowd-pleaser of a dish: the ‘Burrata’ on Endo’s Spring/Summer menu. Photo via Endo
The team is currently taking a well-deserved break after wrapping up their Spring-Summer menu, and is currently hard at work preparing for the launch of their Autumn-Winter menu.
Get ready for their reopening on November 2, 2024 and be prepared for more sweet surprises!
What to order:
+ Dessert dégustation
+ Drink pairings
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Lotus Eatery
📍1112 Dingxi Road, Changning
⏰ Mon – Fri, 11:30 AM – 2 PM | 4:30 – 10 PM
Sat – Sun, 11:30 AM – 10 PM
Photo via Lotus Eatery’s official Dianping
Many expats in Shanghai have this in common: their introductory meal to Yunnan cuisine was Lotus Eatery, as it’s good and approachable!
This excellent spot for authentic Yunnan cuisine serves hearty and flavour-packed dishes in generous portions and at prices that won’t break the bank. Come in a large group to sample more from the diverse menu.
A hearty, colourful spread at Lotus Eatery. Photos by Eugenia Mok
The food is incredibly moreish and some bestsellers are lightly spicy: think the ‘Chef’s Special Black Chicken,’ crispy red kidney beans with endives and fried spicy beancurd.
For those who can’t handle the heat, there’s plenty on offer as well, such as the pan-fried Dali goat cheese, scrambled eggs with jasmine flowers, ‘Across the Bridge Soup’ and ‘Grandma’s Mashed Potatoes.’
What to order:
+ Chef’s Special Black Chicken
+ Pan-Fried Dali Goat Cheese
+ Eggs with Jasmine Flowers
+ Much more
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