500 Weihai Road
Huangpu, Shanghai
Restaurant in Shanghai, China
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Book 500 Weihai Road if you want an easy Jing'an option with a central lobby-level setting, not if you need a clearly defined cuisine, chef-led menu, or awards-backed splurge. It works better as a flexible stop for solo diners or pairs than as the main reservation around which to build a Shanghai dining itinerary.
About 500 Weihai Road
Is 500 Weihai Road worth considering in Shanghai? Treat it as a practical Shanghai venue rather than a destination defined by a published cuisine, chef, awards, price range, or signature dishes. The dress code is smart casual, which gives visitors a basic cue for how to plan.
Use it for a straightforward Shanghai plan, not a high-stakes splurge
The case for considering 500 Weihai Road is simplicity. Lacking specific details on cuisine, chef, awards, price range, hours, seating capacity, or signature dishes, keep expectations practical: choose it when a direct Shanghai plan matters more than a heavily signposted venue identity. That makes it better for flexible plans than for travelers building an itinerary around one highly specific experience.
If seating format, group capacity, dietary accommodations, or service details matter, confirm them directly with the venue before you go. Solo visitors, pairs, groups should avoid assuming a particular layout or experience in advance.
Where to place it in a dining shortlist
If the goal is a clearer decision point, compare 500 Weihai Road with other named options such as Chic 1699, Imperial Treasure (Shanghai), Ruth's Chris Steak House Shanghai, Top Pot, or Narisawa, depending on the kind of outing you are planning. For a broader scan of dining in the city, use Shanghai restaurants guide, then cross-check current details directly before you go.
Planning details
- Location
- 500 Weihai Road, Jing’an District, Shanghai (Lobby Level)
- Phone
- +86 21 2218 0668
Venue details
Ambiance
Modern, intimate setting with ambient lighting and a calm, sophisticated atmosphere reflecting the hotel's urban resort design aesthetic.
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Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Sautéed osmanthus egg with crabmeat and shredded shrimp
- Deep-fried pork
- Australian Abalone
Planning details
Location
500 Weihai Road, Jing’an District, Shanghai (Lobby Level) · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Chic 1699, Fujian, ¥¥
- Narisawa, ¥¥¥¥ · Innovative, ¥¥¥¥ · Innovative
- Imperial Treasure (Shanghai), Notable alternative
- Ruth's Chris Steak House Shanghai, Notable alternative
- Top Pot, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in Shanghai
500 Weihai Road is the easiest choice when location and flexibility matter more than a clearly defined dining category. Chic 1699 is the stronger pick if cuisine clarity matters, because its Fujian focus and ¥¥ tier give diners a cleaner value signal before committing.
For a splurge, Narisawa sits in a different lane: ¥¥¥¥ and innovative, so it makes more sense for travelers seeking a destination meal. 500 Weihai Road should not be treated as a substitute for that style of booking; it is more practical as a low-pressure central option.
If the group wants a more familiar format, compare against Imperial Treasure (Shanghai), Ruth's Chris Steak House Shanghai, or Top Pot. Those names are better for diners who want the meal category to be obvious before arrival; 500 Weihai Road is the more flexible but less defined choice.
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Compare 500 Weihai Road
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 Weihai Road | Shanghai | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Chic 1699 | Shanghai | Fujian | ¥¥ | 2026 Black Pearl 1 Diamond2026 Bib Gourmand2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2025 Black Diamond 1 Diamond2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand |
| Narisawa | Shanghai | ¥¥¥¥ · Innovative | ; | 2026 Asia's 50 Best Restaurants · #372026 Tabelog Silver · #872026 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #1152026 Michelin 2 Stars2026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 Asia's 50 Best Restaurants · #122025 World's 50 Best Restaurants · #21Tabelog 100 - Innovative / Creative cuisine - 2025 · #302025 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #97 |
| Imperial Treasure (Shanghai) | Shanghai | ; | ; | 2026 La Liste Top Restaurants |
| Ruth's Chris Steak House Shanghai | Shanghai | ; | ; | 2025 Black Diamond 1 Diamond |
| Top Pot | Shanghai | ; | ; | 2026 Black Pearl 2 Diamond2025 Black Diamond 1 Diamond |
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How 500 Weihai Road Shanghai compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to 500 Weihai Road?
If you want a clearer decision point, compare 500 Weihai Road with Chic 1699, Imperial Treasure (Shanghai), Ruth's Chris Steak House Shanghai, Top Pot, or Narisawa. The right alternative depends on the kind of outing you want, so check current details directly before choosing.
What should a first-timer know about 500 Weihai Road?
500 Weihai Road is in Shanghai, the dress code is smart casual. Treat it as a venue with limited public detail rather than one defined by a published chef, awards list, menu format, or fixed price bracket.
Can 500 Weihai Road accommodate groups?
Group capacity details are not available. If you are planning for several people, confirm availability, layout, any group arrangements directly with the venue before you go.
Is 500 Weihai Road good for a special occasion?
It can work if the occasion suits a smart-casual Shanghai venue and you are comfortable confirming the details yourself. If the plan depends on a specific cuisine, chef, format, or service style, compare it with Chic 1699, Imperial Treasure (Shanghai), Ruth's Chris Steak House Shanghai, Top Pot, or Narisawa before deciding.
