Shanghai for Regular Tourists: My Real Take & What to AVOID (Seriously!)
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It really just comes down to personal preference. For instance, Zhen Lao Da Fang is pretty reliable for its meat quality, whereas I'm aware that smaller, lesser-known places can be quite risky. Shen Da Cheng on Nanjing East Road is decent, but their 'shuangniangtuan' (double-stuffed glutinous rice balls) are their real star. Shanghai's performing arts are undoubtedly good, but what truly sets the city apart are its beautiful and distinctive Western-style villa districts from the former concession era – something other cities largely lack or have on a much smaller scale. Shanghai boasts nearly 10,000 outstanding historical buildings; perhaps you just don't appreciate them yet.
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If you're easily offended, please don't bother commenting. I've already made it abundantly clear multiple times that these are my personal feelings. What's there to argue about? Some people genuinely dislike crowded places and being packed in. The beautiful photos I shared? I just snapped them while casually wandering the streets of Shanghai, and I think they're lovely. Don't try to force your preferences onto others.
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Excuse me, where was picture 4 taken?
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Try searching 'Shanghai Carb Street' (上海碳水一条街) on this platform; you should find relevant posts. I can't recall the exact street name myself, as a friend took me there.
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Wukang Road is just a sea of people; it's inexplicably trendy.
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When it gets too crowded, those little street-side shops start to feel odd. For instance, many restaurants and cafes are designed with small windows, which is a nice touch in itself – customers can sit inside and enjoy the street view. But once the crowds swell, the customers inside end up looking like exhibits on display, with throngs of tourists peering in at them.
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Shen Da Cheng and San Yang Nan Huo Dian have always been popular spots for locals, particularly the older generation. Perhaps when it comes to fresh meat mooncakes, you could argue that even more locals frequent places like Xi Qu Lao Da Fang or Guang Ming Cun.
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If you find it delicious, by all means, enjoy more of it. As a tourist, I have the right to share my honest experiences. Just as I'd praise Shanghai if they did a great job with, say, their smoking ban.
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Among the time-honored brands, I personally prefer Wang Jia Sha. Their vegetable buns, 'qingtuan' (green glutinous rice balls), and other items are all delicious.
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Please post more like this! I love reading people's genuine expressions and authentic thoughts.