2023 Shanghai Villa Cafes Guide
When Blue Bottle Coffee opened, many people queued for five hours to seat in the villa by the Suzhou River for a drink.
If you are looking for a villa cafe to visit, Shanghai has many options available.
Blue Bottle Coffee (Yutong)
The brand's first store in Chinese Mainland is located in a two-floor building by the Suzhou River. It has a minimalist aesthetic design combined with history and modernity.
Blue Bottle Coffee has a unique taste on picking location. Washington Railway Station, 100-year-old Machiya house, Deoksugung Palace in Seoul... Every site features cultural characteristics.
The Blue Bottle logo featured on the red brick house has a distinctive style.
Materials such as stainless steel, glass, and concrete are used in the ground floor décor, creating a contemporary space. The second floor has a much warmer look. The wooden windows match the antique furniture, tables, and chairs.
Location: No. 908, Chang'an Road, Jing'an District (near Hanzhong Road metro station)
Opening Hours: 8:00-19:00
Telephone: 4008676680
The Harrods Tea Rooms
The Harrods Tea Rooms is located in Cha House. Cha House was the old residence of leading businessmen in Shanghai's dye industry. It was also a school which has produced many literary talents.
Visitors will get absorbed in the beautiful interior decoration of Cha House.
Luxurious tea sets and high quality services give you the British Royal experience.
Harrods has been serving afternoon tea to London guests since 1911. Today, the Shanghai store replicates the London experience and serves a one-of-a-kind afternoon tea experience.
The best choices are their scones, Lobster Roll Sandwich and Soft Crab Sandwich eating with coffee and Earl Grey.
Location: No. 420, Weihai Road, Jing'an District
Opening Hours: 10:00-19:00
Telephone: 021-62276857
One Step Garden (Anhe Garden Hotel)
The One Step Garden building was designed by the well-known architect Hudec and has been around for centuries.
The three-floor building looks like an idyllic cottage from a fairy tale.
The interior is decorated with green plants; outside, there is a wide-open field.
The signature drink, Lake Shore Coffee, adds mint syrup to the coffee to give a refreshing taste.
Location: No. 179, Xinhua Road, Changning District
Opening Hours: 10:00-21:00
Telephone: 182 1716 6688
WS SPACE
WS SPACE is an art experience space that integrates coffee, art, and home furniture.
It also houses art exhibitions. Last year, an exhibition called Barcode presented works by Rembrandt, Goya, Cezanne, Miró, Picasso, Yayoi Kusama, and other masters here.
The semi-circular open corridor on the second floor provides the best views in the house, and the outdoor lawn can be seen through the window.
At its busiest, the place only accepts eight reservations daily to ensure a private and quiet dining experience for diners. The building is pet-friendly, so feel free to bring your furry friends.
Location: No. 1298, Middle Huaihai Road, Xuhui District
Telephone: 021-64718001
PAIN CHAUD (Dongping Road)
PAIN CHAUD is one of the first boutique bakeries in Shanghai, and it now has eight branches.
Located in the villa at the corner of the original French Concession, enjoy a meal by the window with lovely street views and a good cup of coffee.
The must-tries are their Galette Des Rois, pistachios chouxs, and almond croissants.
Location: Room 101, No. 2, Yueyang Road, Xuhui District
Opening Hours: 07:00-21:00
Telephone: 021-54610260
Luneurs (Hengfu Art Center)
The three-floor small western building was formerly the American Freemasonry Hall, built in 1929.
It is now home to the French dessert brand Luneurs which has well-utilized the space. The first floor is the dining area.
The second floor is a shopping area where local designer products, household products, tables, chairs, dinner plates, and other utensils are displayed. The third floor is a terrace for visitors to relax.
Luneurs is famous for its ice cream, and the coffee is also worth a try.
Location: No. 178, South Wulumuqi Road, Xuhui District
Opening hours: 09:00-20:00
Telephone: 173 2112 0261
Todos los dias
Todos los dias is the most historical cafe among the list of villa cafes opened in Shanghai last two years.
The western-style building, where it is located, has two floors. The back door is directly connected to the courtyard and the famous historical Jin Mansion.
Flowers, coffee, cakes, and illustrations can be seen throughout, painting a harmonious sight.
The cafe serves a variety of cakes, which are well-loved and popular. The signature drinks recommended are the peanut latte and cinnamon latte.
Location: No. 549, North Shaanxi Road, Jing'an District
Opening Hours: Monday-Friday, 08:00-20:00; Saturday-Sunday, 09:00-20:00
Telephone: 186 2193 9216
HUGO HUSKY HOUSE
The three-floor small western-style building has been transformed into a French cafe.
The white color blocks in the store complement the fresh patterned tablecloths and various paintings to create a vibrant space.
The cafe has a full menu comprising dessert, coffee, all-day brunch, and mains.
It is a pet-friendly space as well.
Location: No. 227, Yongjia Road, Xuhui District
Opening Hours: Monday-Friday, 10:00-19:00; Saturday-Sunday, 09:00-19:30
Telephone: 181 1627 6126
Mianbao Kafei Haotianqi
Mianbao Kafei Haotianqi adds a Japanese touch to the street it is located on.
The Japanese-style decor and the wood-colored tables and chairs with wooden floors give a warm homely ambience.
Their Japanese milk toast is made to order, and don't forget to try out their signature Osmanthus latte when visiting.
Location: No. 331, Yongjia Road, Xuhui District
Opening Hours: Monday-Friday, 09:00-19:00; Saturday-Sunday, 09:00-20:00
Telephone: 131 6630 2130
Metal Hands
Metal Hands first became popular when it opened its main store in Beijing and was shortlisted as one of the top 50 cafes worldwide.
The Shanghai store has two floors. The space is furnished with leather seats, old thermos, and old-fashioned sewing machines to provide a cozy ambience.
The signature drink is Ginger Latte. The top layer of it is a fondant made of pumpkin powder and fine milk foam.
Location: No. 37, Yongjia Road, Xuhui District
Opening Hours: Monday-Friday, 08:30-19:00, Saturday-Sunday, 08:30-19:30
Telephone: 186 0168 4827
Antique Garden Shanghai
Antique Garden Shanghai is part of the memories of countless Shanghainese, and it is also the film site for many Chinese TV dramas.
Old antiques such as vintage cashier counters, old magazines, wine glasses, toys, and piano scores give the space a vintage ambience.
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The second floor looks like an old furniture showroom.
The cafe serves Pour-over Coffee, Cappuccino, Flat White, and more. Try out the RooiBoss Latte as a non-caffeinated option as well.
Location: No. 44, Sinan Road, Huangpu District
Opening Hours: 11:00-02:00
Telephone: 021-53821055
EAST SEA COFFEE
The history of EAST SEA COFFEE can be traced back to 1934, as it was formerly the Mars Cafe opened by Jews.
EAST SEA COFFEE is located in a western style building which is more dated than the cafe itself.
The interior is decorated with mosaic floors, old-fashioned fireplaces, carved furniture, old chandeliers, and gramophones to bring visitors back to the golden days of old Shanghai.
Their signature is the Freshly brewed coffee and Ice cream coffee. Traditional delights such as German-style Pork Trotters, Pork Chop, and Roast Portuguese Chicken with Cheese are also not to be missed.
Location: No. 110, Dianchi Road, Huangpu District
Opening Hours: 08:00-21:00
Telephone: 021-63333816
Yi He 1915 Coffee
Yi He 1915 Coffee is located away from the downtown area. Before the founding of the People's Republic of China, this was the villa of the No.1 Chief of Yangshupu Cotton Mill.
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The interior retains the original Republic of China style and displays antiques.
All three baristas have obtained special certificates, and the classic Americano and latte are consistent and great.
Location: No. 1056, Yangshupu Road, Yangpu District
Opening Hours: Monday-Friday, 10:00-17:00; Saturday-Sunday, 10:00-18:00
Telephone: 021-5091777, 135 2485 7221
Cafe de Jardin
Cafe de Jardin is housed in a small western-style building and opened by the proprietress who runs her private antique shop next door.
The European-themed space has a spiral staircase, vintage paintings, silver utensils, French lace curtains, and more.
Every tree in the outdoor garden is carefully taken care of by the owner. From the second-floor terrace, visitors can enjoy views of the busy city from afar.
An antique shop opened by the owner next door is also open for visitors.
Location: No. 627, Pingliang Road, Yangpu District
Opening Hours: 10:00-18:00
Telephone: 199 4564 4325
MODI COFFEE (Waitanyuan)
As a cafe with 360° river views, MODI COFFEE (Waitanyuan) has always been very popular.
The mansion where the cafe is located was originally a famous rowing club in Shanghai.
Sitting in the courtyard, enjoy panoramic views of the Waibaidu Bridge and Broadway Mansions.
MODI's baristas have won a latte art contest and serve beautiful drinks for guests.
Location: No. 76, Nansuzhou Road, Huangpu District
Opening Hours: 08:00-20:00
Telephone: 133 1190 3805
PUYEE
PUYEE is hidden in a white two-floor western-style building on West Fuxing Road.
Head to the garden on a good weather day to soak in the sun.
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Their specialty coffee beans from Laos are a popular product here, and for iced coffee lovers, their Dirty is a must-try.
Location: No. 59, West Fuxing Road, Huangpu District
Opening Hours: Monday-Friday, 09:00-18:00; Saturday-Sunday, 10:00-18:00
Telephone: 021-54250875
Money Shops
Money Shops is located on Yuyuan Road, and there is a large open space and several small vegetable garden plots right at the entrance.
The first floor is a bakery and dessert area, and the second is a western restaurant.
Pudding Francais is one of the most popular and recommended items here. The cafe also recommends Seafood, Salmon Benedict, and Quesadilla with Duck Breast.
Location: No. 1381-2, Yuyuan Road, Changning District
Opening Hours: 08:00-21:00
Telephone: 021-62125002
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