Best Da Zha Xie in Shanghai, CN

Seasonal steamed hairy crab prized for its rich, creamy roe.

Cheng Long Hang (Xie Wang Fu)

The Bund / East Nanjing Road
4.7 / 5

The gold standard for a full crab feast; the staff even de-shells the crab for you with surgical precision.

Local LegendClassicMichelin StarService Excellence
9.8Flavor
8.2Value
9.6Vibe

Cejerdary (Xie Jia Yuan)

The Bund
4.5 / 5

A ridiculous but delicious luxury; each bowl contains the essence of 12 hairy crabs without a single fleck of shell.

InstagrammableLuxuryModernTrendsetter
9.4Flavor
6.5Value
9.2Vibe

Xie Zun Yuan

Jing'an Temple
4.6 / 5

The crab meat quality here is the best in the city. Mixing the roe platter with rice is pure decadence.

Hidden GemLocal LegendAuthentic
9.5Flavor
7.8Value
8.4Vibe

Wang Bao He

People's Square
4.3 / 5

The 'Ancestor of Crabs' in Shanghai. Established in 1744, it’s where you go for the most traditional experience.

ClassicTime-Honored BrandHistorical
9.1Flavor
8.5Value
8Vibe
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