Mr & Mrs Bund French Restaurant at No.18 The Bund with a Direct View of the Romantic Oriental Pearl
A Foodie Guide to Mr & Mrs Bund French Restaurant at No.18 The Bund! Enjoy the Romance of the Oriental Pearl in Full View
Hidden in No.18 The Bund is a super stylish French restaurant—Mr & Mrs Bund by Paul Pairet, led by renowned French chef Paul Pairet. Rooted here for nearly 20 years, it has witnessed the changes of the Huangpu River, is a Black Pearl one-diamond and a veteran Michelin star holder. It also earned the Elite Star Restaurant title in the 2024 Spring Restaurant Week. Come here to enjoy delicious French cuisine and explore the Bund citywalk at the same time. Here’s the guide👇
🌆 Pre-Meal Stroll: No.18 The Bund
The restaurant is on the 6th floor. Don’t rush upstairs before your meal—take a walk around this century-old building first! With vintage corridors and exquisite floor tiles, it’s full of old Shanghai charm and European luxury. Every photo you take looks like a vintage masterpiece, blending history and modernity to create a romantic dining atmosphere~
🍽️ Must-Try Signature Dishes
1. Pre-meal Bread: Toast with a smoky aroma and delicate air pockets, the baguette is elegantly pointed, crispy and delicious. After being torched, the wheat fragrance bursts out, pairing amazingly with butter.
2. Truffle Toast: Layers of lemon foam + black truffle + crispy bread, the texture transitions from crunchy to creamy to fresh, with a uniquely intertwined aroma.
3. Charcoal Grilled Octopus: Slightly charred on the outside, the meat is chewy and springy, paired with a refreshing sauce that balances the fishiness—unforgettable on the first bite.
4. Lemon Ginger Scallops: Scallops pan-seared crispy outside and tender inside, preserving their freshness, served with creamy mashed potatoes—perfect match of buttery and fresh flavors.
5. Chef’s Signature Braised Beef Short Ribs: Slow-cooked in beef broth for 12 hours and pan-seared with teriyaki sauce, the fat seeps through, tender and falling off the bone, melting in your mouth with rich meaty aroma.
6. Angus Beef: Firm and chewy texture, served with special black pepper beef sauce, butter sauce, and more, full of flavor.
7. Golden Waffle Soufflé: The flaming presentation is full of ceremony, fluffy and light, melts in your mouth with a hint of liquor aroma.
8. Chef’s Signature Lemon Tart: Takes three days to prepare, with bitterness removed from the lemon, filled with sorbet, buttercream, and grapefruit pulp, perfectly balanced sweet and sour—super impressive.
9. French Baked Escargot: Celery fennel green sauce + ham garlic toast slices, the escargot meat is softer than snails, with a fantastic blend of aromas.
10. French Country Meat Pie: Duck liver and pork filling, seasoned with black pepper and lemon salt, crispy crust with savory filling.
📸 Romantic View of the Oriental Pearl
While dining, don’t forget to enjoy the view outside the window! The restaurant’s windows face the Oriental Pearl Tower directly, with the Lujiazui landmark fully in sight. When the lights come on at night, the sparkling night view of the Huangpu River collides with the vintage environment, making every snap a moody masterpiece (photos taken on April 10, the Oriental Pearl looks dreamy in the night).
🌃 Post-Meal Stroll: The Bund’s International Architecture + East Nanjing Road
After eating, take a walk along the Bund to admire the international architecture styles like Gothic and Romanesque. The Peace Hotel and Customs House shine under the lights, telling Shanghai’s stories. Then head to East Nanjing Road to feel the lively pedestrian street atmosphere, extending the Bund’s romance to the fullest✨
💡 Useful Tips
• There’s a 385 RMB three-course lunch including service charge on Dianping, offering good value. If you want to try something new, consider it~
• Scenic seats are recommended to be reserved in advance. Enjoy your meal while admiring the Huangpu River and the Lujiazui trio skyline for an immersive experience!
Come to Mr & Mrs Bund for exquisite French dining, enjoy the night view of the Oriental Pearl, and connect your Bund citywalk—double the pleasure of food and scenery. Quickly plan your romantic food and stroll journey~
Sophia Harris42 Tranquility