Fu 1088

Cuisine

Shanghainese

Michelin

1

Price

¥¥¥

Description

A beautiful tiled entrance, wood panelling and striking light fittings are just some of the original features of this 1920s townhouse. Its 16 traditionally furnished private rooms evoke old Shanghai charm. The food is equally sophisticated: river shrimp are made to order; the smoked mackerel belly dressed in a mildly sweet glaze is crisp but juicy. No meal here is complete without the cashew praline puff pastry.

Review score

4.1

Review count

88

Review summary

Fu 1088 is a Shanghainese restaurant housed in a historic building, praised for its high-quality traditional dishes such as drunken crab and smoked fish. Many guests appreciate the excellent service standards and staff proficiency in English. However, negative reviews highlight issues with the dim or sterile atmosphere, particularly in private rooms where service pacing can be flawed, such as delayed courses or self-service wine pouring. Value is a contentious point, with some diners citing unexpected minimum spending requirements and high tea costs as detractors from the overall experience. While the food often exceeds expectations, the ambiance and service consistency vary, leading to mixed reviews regarding the restaurant's worth.

Best for

Suitable for diners seeking authentic Shanghainese cuisine who can tolerate historic ambiance and potential service inconsistencies.

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