A roundup of coffee shops in Shanghai you just can’t miss

Here are reviews of 6 cafes in Shanghai, arranged by our style, covering sweet lovers, coffee enthusiasts, and homemade dessert fans alike 🥐☕🍰 ⸻ 1. Book a Cat A super chill coffee shop in the heart of Shanghai, simply decorated with few corners but a cozy atmosphere. Despite the name, there are no real cats, it’s just the brand name. The menu focuses on quality fresh coffee with great taste. If you just want a quiet spot to sip coffee and read, this place is perfect. ⸻ 2. Butterful & Creamuous Premium bakery lovers will fall for this place. Croissants baked daily, crispy outside, soft inside, with a buttery aroma in every bite. The latte we tried was “very good” — warm, smooth, perfectly balancing the sweetness of the croissant. The warm earth-tone decor makes it ideal for long stays. ⸻ 3. AMAM Lonbakery Town A London-style bakery cafe featuring a cute puppy logo. The shop proudly showcases a variety of items including chocolate croissants, bagels, egg tarts, and colorful cakes right in the heart of Xintiandi. The popular items are the chocolate croissant — fragrant, crispy, with rich chocolate filling — and the egg tart, which looks great and tastes mellow. During special themed events, the storefront is vibrantly decorated, making it super fun for photos. ⸻ 4. CHAGEE A Thai tea brand flourishing in Shanghai. The jasmine tea we tried was fragrant and smooth, not overly sweet. The shop is decorated in a modern, clean style using quality ingredients. Despite having many branches, it still delivers a “premium Thai tea” experience that’s incomparable to Starbucks, perfect for tea lovers. ⸻ 5. KoKo Coffee (under Mike Apartment Hotel) A hidden coffee shop beneath a small hotel, with a quiet atmosphere and simple minimalist decor. Content creators will likely love it. We tried a lightly sweetened Americano and found their coffee game impressive — strong yet smooth, not too bitter, truly excellent. ⸻ 6. Luckin Coffee A hugely popular Chinese brand known for speed, convenience, and quality coffee taste. Their iced Americano is distinct and enjoyable, perfect for busy days or just when you want a good cup of coffee while strolling around the city.