Vegan
Chinese
Delivery
Take-out
Fusion

Plant-based eatery serving Chinese fusion dishes in a sophisticated yet casual setting. Est. 2020. Relocated from
38 Donghu Rd. Address in Chinese: 延平路227号. Open Mon-Sun 11:00am-10:00pm.


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35 Reviews

First Review by YanaSable

Seeayesix

Points +111

Vegetarian
22 Jul 2024

High expectations met

One of the places I scouted out before coming to Shanghai as a place I wanted to go to, but it took me a while since it wasn't super close to where I'm staying.
Visited on a warm day and I wanted to have a cold dish but the Lime-Almond Risotto sounded too good to miss so I went for it. It was great, but it was a bit too heavy for what I needed. I hope I'll be a blt to make it back during my stay here.

Went there at three in the afternoon on a Saturday, lots of empty table and I got 'told' that the Risotto would take 15 min. Great service, and ordering in English was not an issue

They probably bave very good coffe but right next doors was a place with great coffee, Mobys. Worth checking out as well. (There's an 8pints and a Goose Island close by for more beer)

Updated from previous review on 2024-06-30

Pros: Awesome food, Great service, Cozy Atmosphere

Cons: Beer selection was slim

CtfuVegan

Points +417

Vegan
12 Jun 2024

Perfect

I’ve been eating here a couple of times and I am always satisfied. Great ambiance and great variety of food.
Only thin I wouldn’t recommend is the tiramisu if you are looking for a perfect vegan substitute to an Italian classic.

Pricey tho

Ingie

Points +175

Vegetarian
25 May 2024

Yummy. Will be coming back

Cozy little place. Due to limited seating, better to make a reservation. Nice menu. Had the mapu tofu humus and really liked it!! For me the portion was ok, but for a bigger eater, it might be too small. Had a taste of their homemade granola, and also excellent. Already deciding what to take next visit 😋

Updated from previous review on 2024-05-25

sumitsharma

Points +82

Vegetarian
19 May 2024

Small place, Big Appetite for Taste

This was the smallest place in terms of size we went to, but they excelled exceptionally in every department. The quality, speed, taste, especially service, ambience and the range of offers on menu, was all bang on. No faults.

Fl0ooW

Points +233

Vegan
10 May 2024

Cool place!

Good food, nice atmosphere, great drinks :)

alexandrephiev

Points +33

Vegetarian
22 Apr 2024

Excellent mais un peu cher

Great pesto pasta, teriyaki miso burger a bit dry.

Pros: Many original recipes

TobiasSchindler

Points +31

Vegetarian
08 Dec 2023

Creative and delicious

Great fusion kitchen with delicious flavors. To accompany the desert, I also had an amazing Christmas flavored cocktail.

Pros: Delicious food, Friendly and English speaking staff

drewclarke

Points +26

Vegan
22 Nov 2023

Wow, just wow…

One of the most exceptional vegan meals I have ever had. A truly wonderful experience whilst on a solo business trip.

I know where I’m coming tomorrow night.

The food and service is top notch. 👍👍

Pros: Bao Buns, Tempeh Curry, Ambiance

MichaelRobinson

Points +3259

Vegan
10 Nov 2023

Classy

A late evening supper we had the amazing baos & the most incredible gnocchi followed by the pancakes, the food here is really incredible.
I've been here a few times now & at first there were a few teething problems like being out of an option even though it was lunch time and their menu is pretty small, or the time we reserved a table and arrived to find they hadn't checked their bookings so had given away the table for four to walk ins, they sorted it. Moving on to the restaurant itself, the place is tastefully decorated but it is not a large place so booking is recommended. As I said the menu is simple, they've not over extended themselves. Everything we had was delicious especially the buns, they've also added a gnocchi dish now. The cakes were a little too fancy for me but that's just my particular taste. The price is high but the quality is good.

Updated from previous review on 2021-01-23

Pros: Something different for vegans, Central location

Brycew

Points +509

Vegan
31 Oct 2023

Innovative and exquisite fusion food

This is the kind of place that could only exist in Shanghai. Each dish is inspired by perfect 50/50 balance of Chinese and western influences. Unbelievable that it’s vegan and so trendy! Notable dishes include mapo tofu hummus and dandan gnocchi.

Pros: Delicious, Unique, Fun

KevinX01

Points +61

Vegan
20 Aug 2023

Creative, Delicious, Unique!

This restaurant is a bit on the pricier side (rather small Pizza, 95 Yuan), but the dishes are very well-made, creative fusion kitchen. Definitely recommend to try it out!

VeganSoapDude

Points +7507

Vegan
17 Aug 2023

The best spot in Shanghai

Extremely good. A perfect combination of flavours and great espresso as well. The bao were so good. They were packed when I arrived, but happily found me a spot. I'm glad I didn't miss it.

Lilanna

Points +29

Vegan
15 Aug 2023

It was my favorite vegan restaurant in Shanghai. Amazing food. Miss it so much.

The special taste of their salad sauce.

Pros: Lots of vegan savory dishes, Lots of vegan dessert, Creativity in all the dishes they create.

HungryWelshMan

Points +27

Vegetarian
13 Aug 2023

The pizza!!!!!

Must visit little restaurant! I tried the Gongbao Pizza and it was amazing. Very friendly service and a good vibe.

Updated from previous review on 2023-08-13

Pros: Pizza, Service, Free water refills

brycie

Points +154

Vegan
13 Aug 2023

Innovative and delicious fusion food in Shanghai’s French Concession

Amazingly yummy food. Restaurant opened in 2020. It’s small but chic and comfortable. The menu is extremely creative. This is the kind of vegan restaurant that could only exist in Shanghai. I ordered mapo tofu hummus, gnocchi with dandan sauce, and Duli Breeze. The mapo tofu hummus tastes just like the best mapo tofu you could find in Chengdu. Combining it with hummus, pine nuts, cherry tomatoes, and sautéed greens is genius. It was served with warm bread. The gnocchis are made in house and pan-fried to give them a nice crispy exterior, a nice touch that would be good for any gnocchi dish. The dandan peanut sauce was nice and light. This dish could have had more veggies in it. The Duli Breeze is their signature mock tail. It combines freshly made kombucha with pineapple juice and coconut cream. I can’t wait to come back and try more!

Pros: Unique combination of Chinese/Western dishes, Sichuan-inspired flavors, Nice owner and friendly staff

Cons: Some dishes use Beyond and Daiya. Prefer homemade, Does not accept credit cards

mtravel

Points +611

Vegan
14 Jul 2023

Loved it

It is a cute little place and the food was super yummy 😍

Pros: all vegan, cute place , nice stuff

Grigsby

Points +53

Vegan
25 Jun 2023

Very good food

This is a cool little restaurant in a nice area for walking around. The food was very good, the atmosphere was casual and warm. Would definitely go back.

PattiLain

Points +73

Vegan
29 May 2023

Unmissable

I eat here every time I'm in Shanghai. It offers fun twists on Chinese and western food, and also makes tasty cocktails and coffee.

FieldRoaster🌱

Points +335

Vegan
14 May 2023

Exquisite casual

One of Shanghai’s famous vegan spots. Good quality fushion fare. Went today with family of four - 600 RMB for dinner (no drinks or desert). Cuisine is a bit fancy for some kids’ palate. I’d recommend the Bao and hummus for sure. All other dishes were good. Would probably skip the pizza next time though it was fine.

I’ve also had their burgers for delivery - very good.

Pros: Exquisite dishes

Cons: Limited seating , Limited menu

Dariush

Points +792

Vegan
09 Feb 2023

Gem in the French Concession

A friend found this place for me. The food was wonderful- I can recommend the gnocchi, mapo tofu hummus (yes!) and bao- oh, and don’t forget snacks like roasted chickpeas and fried lotus root. The ambience of the restaurant was nice, but note it was packed so I’d recommend trying to book a reservation. If I was to point to one thing to make this restaurant even better, it would be to beef up their wine menu.

FieldRoaster🌱

09 Feb 2023

Good insights on a Shanghai classic.
Nothing needs beefing up, believe that, but yes to more wines!

WaterRabbit

Points +32

Vegan
19 Feb 2022

Tasteful Treat

Great service. Cozy space. Creative flavors with just enough Sichuan heat to take the experience to a higher level. We’ll go back soon.

Pros: Thoughtful menu choices, Creative flavor combos, Veg cheese is impressive

Cons: Thoughtful but limited variety , Reserve your place or plan to wait , Vaping allowed inside

OrientEspresso

Points +67

Vegan
19 Feb 2022

Fusion that’s well executed

Nice environment with excellent quality food. #Veganuary

Pros: Creative and tasty , Disciplined menu with great choices

Cons: Limited seating , Allowing vaping in otherwise great environment

lunaluna

Points +34

Vegan
04 Feb 2022

Happiest cow ever

The food was good, I cleared off every plate that was ordered in a matter of minutes. Favorite meal off their menu tonight was the cauliflower curry as it provided multiple textures along with its complex aroma and flavors. Enjoyed tonight.

Pros: Fully vegan

Cons: A bit pricey

reneeatss

Points +28

Vegan
04 Feb 2022

One of the best in shanghai

this was my first time going to DuLi and it was absolutely amazing. the second u set foot into the restaurant it feels like you get greeted with aromas and scents from all their delicious food. the cauliflower fritter bun is ny favorite by far, i could eat it everyday. the vegan cheese used to make their vegan pizza tasted JUST like real cheese unlike other fake cheese. #Veganuary

Pros: all main meals tasted wonderous , cute interior design and space, kind staffs

Cons: the chocolate cake tasted like store brownies

AtalantaTobon

Points +23

Vegetarian
21 Nov 2021

good and fast attention

nice small but cozy restaurant

breanasimone

Points +207

Vegan
01 Aug 2021

Will be back to try the rest of the menu

Update 31st July 2021:
Amazing! Still love this restaurant. Loved the gnocchi and the gongbao pizza especially 🙌🏽 the wontons were a little plain tasting but still nice.

Beautiful food. We loved everything except for the scallion pesto pasta, because it had seaweed in it, so tasted a bit too fishy for the 4 of us at the table.

Updated from previous review on 2021-06-29

Pros: All vegan

Cons: Have to book to get a seat - small space

LucasWeiss

Points +331

Vegan
30 Jul 2021

Excellent International Vegan Food

Conveniently located in the Former French Concession this place offers a bomb selection of international food varieties. All vegan of course.




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