Enjoy leisure time in Shanghai's Xintiandi ! An amazing lakeside restaurant where you can dine while admiring the lake :: Lakeview Restaurant

Shanghai Expo is in full swing, and many people have long been planning when to fly to Shanghai to join in the excitement. The Expo venues span both banks of the Huangpu River, covering five zones and a total area of 5.28 square kilometers, with over a hundred pavilions and tens of thousands of performances and events. To fully explore and enjoy everything in detail, you would need at least ten days to half a month. However, while in Shanghai, you absolutely cannot miss out on “eating” and “shopping”. As an international metropolis, Shanghai is home to numerous globally renowned brands, offering a full range of styles for many brands that are not available in Taiwan or Hong Kong. Especially around the Bund and Xintiandi—where old buildings have been given a new lease on life—the blend of historic architecture with today’s fashionable style creates a retro yet modern atmosphere that is even more charming.

Shanghai locals are often seen as stylish, luxurious, and sophisticated. So while enjoying the Expo craze, why not learn how Shanghainese indulge in luxury, elegance, and leisurely enjoyment of life and food? Especially for foodies, you definitely shouldn't miss Shanghai cuisine—you must take the time to savor the unique local “Hu cuisine” that blends flavors from all over. With so many delicious, scenic, and entertaining restaurants in Shanghai, if you're short on time, I sincerely recommend Lakeview Restaurant (Villa du Lac). This Chinese restaurant located in Xintiandi by Taiping Lake is quite well-known—not only because of its classic, top-tier, and luxurious environment, ambiance, and dishes, but also because it’s the only lakeside restaurant in the Xintiandi area. Imagine being able to enjoy authentic cuisine and expansive views in the high-priced real estate district of Shanghai’s Xintiandi—that alone perfectly embodies “luxury.”

The interior of the restaurant is mainly white, complemented by rose windows made of geometric patterns and stained glass, as well as carved doors, creating a space full of refined tranquility. The elegant environment, tasteful decoration, and exquisite dishes make it a favorite spot for locals seeking a refined dining experience. The private dining rooms are also a hit among businesspeople and hotel guests. The chef combines traditional Chinese cuisine with Western presentation techniques, resulting in a unique fusion that’s exquisitely plated. Moreover, the dishes here are not just about fine cooking—they incorporate local ingredients and seasonal specialties, setting them apart from other restaurants. That’s why the dishes served here are not available elsewhere, and you won’t find them even after nine return visits. To ensure customer privacy, although Lakeview has three floors, it only offers private room service, allowing guests to enjoy high-end Chinese dining with a Western-style presentation in an exclusive and elegant setting...Click to view the full attraction introduction for Lakeview Restaurant in Shanghai
 

★★★ Further Reading =2010 Shanghai Expo, A Dazzling Debut :: Opening Ceremony Highlights and Travel Guide Roundup


★★★ Further Reading =taiwanmickey's blog :: Shanghai Winter Travel Fun - Willow Trees & Xintiandi


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