M on the Bund
Lan Ni Du, Shanghai
Restaurant in Shanghai, China
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
M on the Bund is the practical Bund-area choice when location, easy scheduling, a composed room matter more than a chef-led tasting format. Book it for a first-night Shanghai dinner, a special-occasion plan with low friction, or a group meal near Waitan; cross-shop Meet the Bund or Jean Georges Shanghai for a clearer cuisine-led brief.
About M on the Bund
Book M on the Bund if you are planning a meal in Shanghai and want a smart-casual restaurant with lunch and dinner hours from Monday through Saturday.
If you are comparing other options, Meet the Bund, Bo Shanghai, La Bourriche 133, Three on the Bund, Three on the Bund - Jean Georges Shanghai are natural names to cross-shop.
A Shanghai table that makes sense when logistics matter
The most useful detail is the schedule. From Monday through Saturday, listed hours are 11:30 AM–2:30 PM and 5:30–10:30 PM, giving both lunch and dinner windows on those days. Sunday hours should be confirmed directly before planning around a Sunday meal.
The dress code is smart casual. For diners building a broader Shanghai shortlist, start with our full Shanghai restaurants guide, then coordinate the meal with Shanghai hotels, Shanghai bars, other Shanghai experiences if it is part of a larger itinerary.
Who should choose it, who should cross-shop
Choose M on the Bund if its Shanghai location, smart-casual dress code, Monday-to-Saturday lunch and dinner hours fit your plan. Cross-shop Bo Shanghai, Three on the Bund, La Bourriche 133, Meet the Bund, Three on the Bund - Jean Georges Shanghai if you want to compare other Shanghai dining options before deciding.
For broader planning, M on the Bund can be considered alongside other Shanghai restaurants, but confirm menu style, awards, prices, ownership, chef names, seating, service format directly if they matter to your booking.
Planning details
- Location
- 20 Guangdong Rd, Waitan, Huangpu, Shanghai, China, 200002
- Website
- m-restaurantgroup.com
- Phone
- +862163509988
The take
The Take
The Vibe
M on the Bund reads like a piece of Shanghai dining history preserved in amber. The room leans into the building's 1920s bones, with Art Deco references and warm tones that contrast with the city's more recent minimalist fine-dining aesthetic. Tablecloths and a deliberate, weighty dining room presence underline its formal lineage, while the lift that opens directly onto the river-facing room frames the Pudong skyline as part of the décor. The result is a hospitable, quietly authoritative dining room that feels both rooted in the past and very much part of the Bund's identity.
Best For
This is a dinner address built for milestone evenings and considered business meals. The combination of a river-facing dining room, photographed terrace and a formal service style make it well suited to date nights, special occasions and business dinners where atmosphere matters as much as the food. Reservations for evening service are advisable if you want to secure the terrace or a table with direct views of the Pudong skyline; the room’s tone favors composed conversation over rowdy, late-night energy.
Ordering Tips
Signature items identify the menu’s strengths—highlights to look for include the Crispy Suckling Pig, Salt Crusted Leg of Lamb and Pavlova. Given the restaurant’s formal service and focus on the dining-room experience, plan for a classic, multi-course dinner and consider requesting terrace seating when making a reservation to take full advantage of the waterfront skyline. The menu and setting reward a measured, sit-down evening rather than a quick meal.
Venue details
Ambiance
Contemporary, airy, stylish decor with classic glamour, heavy silver cutlery, and relaxing Jiangnan garden-inspired atmosphere.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Crispy Suckling Pig
- Salt Crusted Leg of Lamb
- Pavlova
Planning details
Location
20 Guangdong Rd, Waitan, Huangpu, Shanghai, China, 200002 · Directions
Also consider
If M on the Bund is not the right fit
Book Meet the Bund if the group wants Fujian cooking and a clearer regional reason to choose the restaurant. Choose Three on the Bund - Jean Georges Shanghai if the occasion calls for a more cuisine-led Bund dinner with a French-Cantonese angle.
Restaurant context
How it compares on the Bund
M on the Bund is the easier, location-led choice in this set. Bo Shanghai reads more like the destination-driven booking, so choose that when the meal itself needs to be the focus. Choose M on the Bund when the evening needs a central Bund address, an easier booking, a room suited to conversation.
Three on the Bund competes most directly on location and Bund-building appeal. Meet the Bund is the better fit for diners who specifically want Fujian cooking, while Three on the Bund - Jean Georges Shanghai gives a clearer French-Cantonese frame for a more cuisine-led night.
La Bourriche 133 is the cross-shop when the group wants a different Shanghai room before settling on the Bund. For value, M on the Bund's advantage is planning certainty rather than a listed price tier: it is the sensible pick when timing and location reduce stress, while the peers are stronger when a specific culinary identity is the deciding factor.
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Compare M on the Bund
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| M on the Bund | Shanghai | ; | No published awards |
| Bo Shanghai | Shanghai | ; | No published awards |
| Three on the Bund | Shanghai | ; | No published awards |
| Meet the Bund | Shanghai | Fujian | 2026 Asia's 50 Best Restaurants · #62026 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Ranked · #312026 Black Pearl 3 Diamond2026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 Chinese Restaurant Awards — Elite 15 Asia · #42025 Asia's 50 Best Restaurants · #142025 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Ranked · #782025 World's 50 Best Restaurants · #942025 Michelin Plate |
| Three on the Bund - Jean Georges Shanghai | Shanghai | French Cantonese | 2026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 La Liste Top Restaurants |
| La Bourriche 133 | Shanghai | ; | 2026 Asia's 50 Best Restaurants · #482026 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Recommended2025 Asia's 50 Best Restaurants · #96Tatler Best Restaurants Asia-Pacific 2025 |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to M on the Bund?
The dress code is smart casual. Choose polished, comfortable clothing rather than very casual attire.
What should a first-timer know about M on the Bund?
M on the Bund is in Shanghai, has a smart-casual dress code, lists lunch and dinner hours from Monday through Saturday. Confirm cuisine, price, menu format, or awards directly if those details matter to you.
Is M on the Bund good for solo dining?
What are alternatives to M on the Bund in Shanghai?
Other Shanghai options to compare include Three on the Bund, Meet the Bund, Bo Shanghai, La Bourriche 133, Three on the Bund - Jean Georges Shanghai.
Is M on the Bund good for a special occasion?
It may fit an occasion if the Shanghai location, smart-casual dress code, available service times suit your plan, but confirm any event needs directly.
Is lunch or dinner better at M on the Bund?
From Monday through Saturday, hours are 11:30 AM–2:30 PM and 5:30–10:30 PM. Choose lunch or dinner based on your schedule, confirm directly before planning around Sunday.
