Dragon Phoenix
Lan Ni Du, Shanghai
Restaurant in Shanghai, China
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Dragon Phoenix is a location-led Huangpu option near the Bund-side Nanjing Road East corridor, but it is not the safest choice for diners who need confirmed cuisine, pricing, or counter seating before committing. Consider it for flexible Shanghai plans; cross-shop Phénix or Ultraviolet by Paul Pairet for clearer premium dining formats.
About Dragon Phoenix
Dragon Phoenix is a Shanghai restaurant with a smart-casual dress code. It can be a cautious pick for diners who are comfortable confirming practical details directly before booking.
Use it as a Shanghai option, not a counter-dining bet
No counter or bar seating format is confirmed for Dragon Phoenix. That matters for diners who specifically want chef-facing seats, paced counter service, or a clearly defined dining format. If those details are essential, choose a venue with more transparent published information; if you are comfortable confirming details directly, Dragon Phoenix can remain on the shortlist.
Who should book, who should cross-shop
Book if a smart-casual Shanghai restaurant still fits your needs, confirm practical questions directly before committing. Skip it for milestone meals, dietary-sensitive dinners, or anyone comparing reservations on food format, price, or service style alone. For comparison, see Phénix or Ultraviolet by Paul Pairet. For broader planning, use Shanghai restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Location
- China, Shanghai, Huangpu, Waitan, Nanjing Rd (E), 20号, Yuandong 1st Building 邮政编码: 200002
- Website
- fairmont.cn/peace-hotel-shanghai/dining/dragonphoenix
- Phone
- +86 21 6138 6880
Venue details
Ambiance
Classic 1930s Art Deco luxury with red pillars, carved dragon-and-phoenix ceiling, white tablecloths and attentive formal service, creating a refined, nostalgic atmosphere suited to business and special-occasion dining.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Peking duck
- Eight Treasures duck / gourd duck
- Shanghai soup dumplings
- Pan-fried buns
- Stir-fried eel
Planning details
Location
China, Shanghai, Huangpu, Waitan, Nanjing Rd (E), 20号, Yuandong 1st Building 邮政编码: 200002 · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Phénix, French, ¥¥¥¥
- The Cathay Room, Notable alternative
- Victor's Café, Notable alternative
- Ultraviolet by Paul Pairet, Creative Cuisine, Innovative, ¥¥¥¥
- Ginza Onodera, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Dragon Phoenix compares in Shanghai
Dragon Phoenix is the lower-certainty choice in this set: its price tier and dining format are not clearly defined, so it suits diners prioritising location over a fully signposted experience. Phénix is the cleaner comparison for a known French splurge at ¥¥¥¥, while Ultraviolet by Paul Pairet is the stronger pick when the goal is a high-concept creative-cuisine night rather than a flexible Bund-area meal.
The Cathay Room and Victor's Café are better cross-shops for readers who want hotel-style context around the Bund without committing to the more experimental end of Shanghai dining. Ginza Onodera is the one to check if the priority is a more format-driven Japanese meal. Choose Dragon Phoenix only when convenience and flexibility beat certainty on cuisine, spend, ambiance.
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Compare Dragon Phoenix
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon Phoenix | Shanghai | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Phénix | Shanghai | French | ¥¥¥¥ | 2026 Black Pearl 1 Diamond2025 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Ranked · #4362025 Michelin 1 Star2025 Black Diamond 1 Diamond2025 La Liste Top Restaurants2024 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Ranked · #4022024 Michelin 1 Star2023 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Recommended |
| The Cathay Room | Shanghai | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Victor's Café | Shanghai | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Ultraviolet by Paul Pairet | Shanghai | Creative Cuisine, Innovative | ¥¥¥¥ | 2024 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Ranked · #32024 Michelin 3 Stars2023 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Ranked · #12021 World's 50 Best Restaurants · #352019 World's 50 Best Restaurants · #482018 World's 50 Best Restaurants · #242017 World's 50 Best Restaurants · #412016 World's 50 Best Restaurants · #422015 World's 50 Best Restaurants · #24 |
| Ginza Onodera | Shanghai | ; | ; | No published awards |
How Dragon Phoenix Shanghai compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Dragon Phoenix handle dietary restrictions?
Can I eat at the bar at Dragon Phoenix?
Can Dragon Phoenix accommodate groups?
For a larger party, ask Dragon Phoenix directly about availability, seating, reservation requirements.
Is Dragon Phoenix good for a special occasion?
It may work if you are comfortable with a lower-information Shanghai booking and the smart-casual dress code suits the occasion. For a milestone dinner, consider whether you need more confirmed detail on menu, price, service style, timing before reserving.
What are alternatives to Dragon Phoenix?
For comparison, consider Phénix, The Cathay Room, Ultraviolet by Paul Pairet, Ginza Onodera, or Victor's Café, depending on the kind of meal you want and the details each venue confirms.
How far ahead should I book Dragon Phoenix?
If your timing is fixed, contact Dragon Phoenix directly and book as early as practical.
